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Baby Shower Planning Checklist (8-Week Timeline)

Complete planning checklist with 8-week timeline, budget planner, menu ideas, and decor lists. Everything you need to host the perfect baby shower celebration.

By BabyWelcome TeamUpdated 2025-09-13

Complete Planning Checklists

Planning a baby shower doesn't have to be overwhelming! Our comprehensive checklists break down every aspect of planning into manageable steps. From the initial timeline to the final decorations, we've got you covered.

8-Week Planning Timeline
Complete Guide

8-Week Planning Timeline

Timeline

Complete step-by-step timeline for planning the perfect baby shower from 8 weeks out to the big day.

Budget Planner
Free Tool

Budget Planner

Budget

Track expenses and stay within budget with our comprehensive baby shower budget planning worksheet.

Menu Planning Checklist
Menu Guide

Menu Planning Checklist

Food

Plan the perfect menu with our food and drink checklist including dietary restrictions and serving sizes.

Decor Checklist
Decor Guide

Decor Checklist

Decorations

Complete decoration checklist to transform your venue into the perfect baby shower setting.

Virtual Shower Checklist
Virtual

Virtual Shower Checklist

Online

Special checklist for planning virtual baby showers with technology setup and guest engagement.

Personalized Checklist Builder

Create a custom planning checklist tailored to your specific needs, timeline, and celebration style. Get personalized recommendations and never miss a detail!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far in advance should I start planning a baby shower?
Start planning 8-10 weeks in advance. This gives you time to book venues, send invitations, plan decorations, and coordinate with vendors without feeling rushed.
What should be included in a baby shower budget?
Include venue costs, food and drinks, decorations, invitations, games and prizes, favors, and any vendor fees. Our budget planner helps you track all expenses.
How do I plan a virtual baby shower?
Use our virtual shower checklist to plan technology setup, send digital invitations, organize online games, and coordinate gift delivery for remote guests.
What if I need to change the shower date?
Our flexible timeline allows for adjustments. Notify guests as soon as possible and update all vendors. Most venues and services are understanding about date changes.

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