A baby shower is a great way to celebrate the impending arrival of a new baby. It lasts only two to three hours, but its memory lasts a lifetime for everyone. Baby shower games are the most fun part of this highly awaited event — not only are they an ideal way to break the ice, but they inspire a whole lot of laughter, excitement, and fun.
There are many baby shower game ideas to choose from, but we have gathered only the best ones to make your party lively and fun. Scroll down for a roundup of the best baby shower games that will have your guests talking and laughing in no time, even if they have not met before or have nothing in common.
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Coed Baby Shower Games for Couples
If you're hosting a coed baby shower for men, women, or couples, try these games to get everyone mingling and laughing. These baby shower games for couples and coeds are a hit with mixed crowds.
1. Baby Shower Piggy Bank Game
A baby shower party gives guests a great opportunity to learn each other's names, but this game does the opposite. People are penalized every time they call someone by their real name.
You'll need:
- A piggy bank.
- A marker.
- A name tag for each guest.
Before the shower:
- Have each name tag marked with a baby-related word, like formula, diaper, bib, crib, stroller, etc.
How to play:
- Give each guest a name tag to wear when they arrive.
- During the shower, everyone must call guests by their name tag name.
- Whoever is caught calling someone by their real name must put some money into a piggy bank for the baby.
- At the end of the shower, the amount will be given to the mom-to-be to start the baby's first savings account.
2. Left Right Baby Shower Game
This is one of the most ice-breaker games to play at your baby shower function. It is a fast-paced, adventuring game where the lucky winner gets a fun prize. This game is also known as the Baby Shower Story Game, Mr and Mrs right game, and Pass the Gift Baby Shower Game.
You'll need:
- A wrapped prize and a story heavily featuring the words Left and Right.
Before the shower:
- Either write or print out the story.
- Prepare a wrapped prize that's lightweight and small enough to pass around.
How to play:
- Ask everyone to sit in a circle.
- Give one of the guests the wrapped prize and start reading the story aloud.
- Every time you say the word Right, guests have to pass the prize to the person on their right.
- Likewise, they have to pass the prize to their left when you read the word Left.
- The guest left holding the prize at the end of the story will be the winner!
3. Mommy or Daddy Baby Shower Game
Looking for fun baby shower games for mom and dad? This one might be your pick. Guests ask fun Mom vs. Dad questions, and parents-to-be give their responses.
You'll need:
- A printable with Mom vs. Dad questions.
- A pen.
- A paper for each guest.
Before the shower:
- Make a list of 10-20 questions that can be answered with Mom or Dad.
- Print enough copies for all guests.
How to play:
- Pass out the list of questions to each guest and instruct them not to share their answers.
- When the time's up, invite the mom- and dad-to-be to reveal the correct answers and allow the guests to grade themselves.
- Whoever has the higher number of correct answers gets a prize.
4. Baby Shower Bottle Game
Whether it's a daring couple's party or a baby shower party for all ages, you can't go wrong with this hilarious game, also known as Bottle Race, Bottle Chugging, and Baby Bottle Drink Off. You can use any beverage to play this game, but beer is the most popular choice.
You'll need:
- Baby bottles for all of your guests and beverages like milk, juice, water, champagne, beer, or wine.
Before the shower:
- Fill the bottles with the beverage.
How to play:
- Give each guest a filled baby bottle.
- Set a timer and ask your guests to drink the liquid as quickly as possible.
- Whoever chugs the bottle down first is the winner.
- You can also divide your guests into competing teams, and whichever team finishes their bottles first wins.
5. Ice, Ice Baby!
This game is a total crowd-pleaser, especially at coed showers! It’s funny, easy, and gets everyone watching their drinks a little more closely than usual.
You'll need:
- An ice cube tray
- Small plastic baby toys (one for each guest)
- Drinks for your guests
Before the shower:
The night before, place a plastic baby in each section of the ice tray, fill with water, and freeze. Keep them in the freezer until party time.
How to play:
Drop one frozen baby cube into each guest’s drink when they arrive. Here’s the challenge: when the ice melts and the baby is free, the guest must shout “My water broke!” The first one to say it wins a prize! Fun twist: If someone forgets to shout it and another guest notices, they can say “Look, their water broke!” and steal the prize. So keep your eyes (and drinks) open!
6. Super Parent in Training
Looking for a hilarious, action-packed game? Super Parent in Training is a fun way to test your guests’ multitasking skills — just like real parenting!
You'll need:
- A cordless phone or cell phone
- About 8 pairs of unmatched baby socks
- A small stack of diapers
- A baby spoon
- A baby doll or plush toy
- A timer or stopwatch
Before the shower:
Set up a little “parenting station” with all the supplies. Mix up the socks to make it extra tricky!
How to play:
Each guest will take a turn being a “super parent.” When you say “Go!”, they must: ️ Hold the phone between their ear and shoulder ️ Match all the baby socks ️ “Feed” the baby with the spoon ️ Change the baby’s diaper All of this must be done at the same time — no setting the phone down! Time each guest, and whoever finishes the tasks the fastest (without any mix-ups!) wins a prize.
Fun Baby Shower Games
Want guests to mingle and laugh during the celebration? Here are the funniest baby shower games ever that will bring a lot of laughter to your party.
7. Would She Rather Baby Shower Game
This game puts the new mother-to-be in the spotlight without much effort. It is the perfect way to see how well guests know the mom-to-be. In this game, guests answer questions about the mom-to-be by checking one of the two options they think she would choose.
You'll need:
- A printed questionnaire about the would-to-be mom's preferences. For example, would she rather read a book or watch a movie? Use Snapchat or Instagram? Drink coffee or sip tea? Sleep in late or get up early? Have a dog or a cat?
Before the shower:
- Ask the mom-to-be to fill out the questionnaire in advance as the answer guide.
How to play:
- Ask guests to guess the answers and check the options.
- Once done, have the mom-to-be reveal her answers.
- The person with the higher number of correct answers wins.
8. Dirty Diaper Baby Shower Game
This is undoubtedly one of the best baby shower games for kids. No one likes a smelly, dirty diaper, but what if it has something edible. Though it sounds nasty, this classic game creates a lot of laughter.
You'll need:
- Disposable diapers, each assigned a number.
- Melted chocolates, fruit juices, sweets, jams, and candies.
- Spoon and bowl.
Before the shower:
- Smudge some diapers with melted chocolates, candies, sweets, jams, and fruit slushes.
How to play:
- Ask everyone to sit in a circle.
- Pass the dirty diaper around and ask your guests to smell and guess what the diaper is stained with.
- Whoever guesses correctly is the winner.
9. Baby in Other Languages Shower Game
Do you know how to say baby in Chinese, French, or Japanese? Probably not, but with Baby Around The World Baby Shower Game, you can learn to say baby in different languages. Isn't it a fun and informative game?
You'll need:
- Free printable Baby Around the World Language Game.
- A pencil for each guest.
Before the shower:
- Print as many copies as you have guests.
How to play:
- Give each guest a copy of the game.
- Ask them to match each Baby to its corresponding language within a set time frame.
- Whoever has the higher number of correct answers wins.
10. Baby Shower Alphabet Game
Also known as Baby's First Alphabet Book, this is an interactive ice-breaker game for those who don't want to play traditional games. The best thing about this activity is that parents-to-be can keep the personalized book as a gift after the shower.
You'll need:
- Paper.
- Pens.
- Markers.
- Crayons.
- Colored pencils.
- Stickers.
Before the shower:
- Write one alphabet on each sheet of paper.
How to play:
- Hand out a sheet to each guest and ask them to decorate the page with things that start with that alphabet. For example, A is for aspirators, apples, and ants.
- Your guests could also write a sweet note for the baby with their name on the page somewhere.
- After the shower, get the pages laminated and bound. It will be your baby's first alphabet book.
11. Baby Shower Nursery Rhyme Game
If you're looking for a classic game for your baby shower, this one is for you. This game gives your guests a good dose of nostalgia while testing their knowledge of popular nursery rhymes.
You'll need:
- Pens.
- Printable nursery rhyme trivia game.
Before the shower:
- Make or download the game online.
- Have enough copies for all the guests.
How to play:
- Give a copy to each of your guests.
- Set a timer. Ask your guests to fill in the blanks.
- Whoever guesses the most in the given time is the winner.
12. Baby Shower Calendar Game
The baby shower calendar game can be a great ice breaker activity and a keepsake to look back on after the baby is born. It is also known as Place Your Bets baby shower game and involves guessing the baby's due date on a calendar.
You'll need:
- Pen, marker, or pencil.
- Printable due month's calendar.
Before the shower:
- Print the calendar.
How to play:
- Ask your guests to guess the exact due date and write their names in the corresponding date column.
- Don't forget to write their addresses down so you can send a prize to whoever guesses correctly.
13. Pacifier Hunt
Want a game that gets everyone up and moving? Pacifier Hunt is a super fun and easy game that feels like a mini treasure hunt. It’s great for guests of all ages — even kids will love it!
You'll need:
- Small plastic pacifiers (or any baby-themed items)
- One basket, bag, or container for each player
Before the shower:
Hide the pacifiers all around the party area — behind pillows, under chairs, on shelves, wherever you like! Count how many you hide so you know the total.
How to play:
Hand each guest a basket and tell them to start searching when you say “Go!” Set a timer and let the hunt begin. When time’s up, the person who found the most pacifiers wins a prize!
14. Balloon Baby Twist
Looking for a goofy game that gets everyone moving? Balloon Baby Twist is full of laughs, silly moves, and just the right amount of chaos — a total crowd favourite!
You'll need:
- Balloons (as many as you like)
Before the shower:
Have a few fun challenges ready, like easy exercises or silly poses. Clear a space so guests can move around safely.
How to play:
Each player blows up a balloon and stuffs it under their shirt to create a “baby bump.” Then, challenge them with silly tasks like “Do a jumping jack,” “Strike a yoga pose,” or “Touch your toes!” Give prizes for categories like: Most balloons under a shirt Best (or funniest) pose Least number of balloons popped or dropped Let the mom-to-be sit back, relax, and play judge — she’ll love watching all the belly bouncing fun!
15. How Old Was Mom or Dad?
Looking for a sweet and sentimental game? “How Old Was Mom or Dad?” is a fun way to stroll down memory lane while giving guests a cute challenge!
You'll need:
- Photos of the mom-to-be, dad-to-be, or both at different ages
- Pens and paper for each guest
Before the shower:
Print several childhood photos of the parent(s)-to-be at different ages. Display them on a table or pin them to a board. Number each photo randomly (not by age).
How to play:
Ask each guest to guess how old the mom or dad was in each photo. They’ll write down the number of the photo and the age they think it shows. The person with the most correct guesses wins a prize!
16. Baby Word Unscramble
Want a game that’s simple, fun, and just a little bit challenging? Baby Word Unscramble is the perfect pick for guests who love a quick mental workout — with a baby twist!
You'll need:
- Printed word scramble sheets (one per guest)
- Pens or pencils
- A timer
Before the shower:
Pick 10 to 20 baby-related words — like “bottle,” “crib,” “pacifier,” or “diaper.” Mix up the letters to scramble them (e.g., "elttob" for bottle). Print the list for each guest.
How to play:
Give everyone a copy of the scrambled word list and something to write with. Set a timer for 5 minutes and let the race begin! The guest who unscrambles the most words correctly before time runs out wins a prize.
17. Baby Shower Memory Game
Want to challenge your guests’ memory in a fun and friendly way? This game is perfect for everyone and easy to customize for a baby boy or girl theme!
You'll need:
- A basket or tray
- At least 20 small baby items (like socks, wipes, pacifier, bottle, etc.)
- Pens and paper for each guest
Before the shower:
Fill a tray or basket with baby-related items — you can go gender-neutral or theme it for a baby boy or girl. These items can even double as useful gifts for the parents-to-be!
How to play:
Have the parent(s)-to-be walk around and show the basket to everyone for a few quick moments — no peeking allowed afterward! Once the basket is out of sight, hand each guest a pen and paper and ask them to write down as many items as they can remember. The guest who lists the most correct items wins a prize and earns major memory bragging rights!
18. Baby Animal Names
This sweet and simple game is perfect for animal lovers! “Match the Animal to Its Baby” tests your guests’ knowledge of adorable baby animals — and it’s a fun way to mix learning with laughs.
You'll need:
- A printed matching sheet with animal names in one column and baby names in another (scrambled)
- Pens or pencils
- An answer key with the correct matches
Before the shower:
Create a list of 10–20 animals and find the correct baby name for each one. For example:
- Cat = Kitten
- Swan = Cygnet
- Kangaroo = Joey
- Pig = Piglet
- Deer = Fawn
Then, list the animals in one column and scramble the baby names in a second column next to it for guests to match. Print enough copies for everyone.
How to play:
Give each guest a copy of the matching sheet and a pen. Ask them to draw lines connecting each animal to the correct baby name. Once everyone is finished, read the answers aloud and let guests score themselves — one point for each correct match. The guest with the highest score wins a prize!
19. Ring Pop Pacifier
Get ready for some giggles! In this silly and sugary game, guests compete to see who can “pacify” their ring pop the fastest — no biting allowed!
You'll need:
- One ring pop for each guest
- A timer
Before the shower:
Unwrap the ring pops and hand one to each player. Get your timer ready!
How to play:
Set the timer for one minute (or two if you want a longer challenge). Everyone must suck on their ring pop — no biting or chewing allowed! When time’s up, check to see who has the smallest ring pop left. The guest with the tiniest candy wins a prize!
Outdoor Baby Shower Games
Planning to throw an outdoor baby shower party? These games work particularly well in a yard or an open space.
20. Pregnant Relay Races
This game might require a little more work, but it is fun and competitive for your guests. It is one of the funniest baby shower games ever, as it makes your guests realize what pregnancy feels like.
You'll need:
- Fake Baby Weight. For example, you can make an Empathy Bump using a baby doll, a backpack, water, weights, etc.
Before the shower:
- Have one fake baby weight for every team.
- Set up a relay race track outdoors.
How to play:
- Split your guests into equal teams.
- Shout Go! and have your guests run a relay race in which not only do they have to run after each other, but they also have to transfer the Baby Weight between teammates.
- The fastest team wins!
21. Don't Drop The Baby Race
Don't Drop The Baby is a hilarious baby shower game for outdoor baby shower parties, especially in the summer. It is an adult take on the Don't Drop The Egg game played by children. It brings a lot of laughter while creating a spirit of competition between guests.
You'll need:
- An egg and a spoon for each guest.
- Pens or markers to decorate the eggs.
- Ribbon or rope for start and finish lines.
- Some large objects like lawn chairs, logs, and traffic cones to use as obstacles.
- A stopwatch.
Before the shower:
- Decorate the egg to make it look like a baby.
- Create start and finish lines.
- Add in obstacles along the way for fun.
How to play:
- Ask everyone to stand at the starting point and hand out an egg on the spoon to each guest.
- Instruct all guests not to touch the egg with their other hand once the race starts.
- Then, shout Go! and everyone will begin the race.
- Whoever crosses the finish line with the perfect egg first is the winner.
22. Baby Stroller Olympics
This active baby shower game makes for a great time at an outdoor party. Suitable for couples with athletic and competitive friends, it's a funny take on the summer Olympic games.
You'll need:
- Baby stroller.
- A baby doll.
- A stopwatch.
- Ribbon or rope for start and finish lines.
- Objects that you can use as obstacles.
Before the shower:
- Add in obstacles along the way.
- Mark the starting and ending points clearly.
How to play:
- Ask each guest to stand behind the start line with the baby doll in hand.
- When the parents-to-be shout Go!, the guest must put the baby in the stroller, strap it in and head for the finish line.
- One second is deducted from the final tally every time they bump into an object.
- The guest is disqualified if the doll falls out of the stroller.
- Whoever reaches the finish line in the shortest time wins.
23. Hang the Diaper
Test your guests' speed and focus with this fun and active baby shower game. It will keep your guest moving, and they will surely get a few laughs in the process.
You'll need:
- Mini clothespins.
- 1-2 packs of newborn diapers.
- Pieces of string 2-3 yards long.
Before the shower:
- Make two or three little clotheslines.
How to play:
- Divide your guests into teams.
- Set a timer and ask them to hang up as many diapers as possible.
- The team with the most diapers on the clothesline wins.
Group Baby Shower Games
Having a large group gathering at your shower? Try these fun baby shower games for large groups that everyone can play simultaneously. A large, lively, and active crowd will surely add more fun to the party.
24. Baby Shower Diaper Game Toilet Paper
Creating a diaper with toilet paper sounds crazy, but the toilet paper baby shower game adds loads of fun and excitement to your party.
You'll need:
- Several rolls of toilet paper, depending on the number of guests.
Before the shower:
- No prep is required.
How to play:
- Divide your guests into teams of three or four members and give each group a roll of toilet paper.
- Ask each team to make a makeshift diaper using only the roll in five minutes.
- The team that creates the best diaper wins!
25. Baby Shower Word Search Game
This traditional game is an excellent time filler. It keeps your guests busy and entertains them to the fullest.
You'll need:
- Pens.
- Printable baby shower word search cards.
Before the shower:
- No prep is required.
How to play:
- Give each of your guests the word search cards and pens.
- Ask them to find out all words related to the baby within the given time frame.
- Whoever finds more words is the winner.
26. Baby Shower Purse Game
A woman's purse is full of surprises, and this baby shower game turns these surprises into fun. Points are given to your guests to reveal what's in their purses. Since you don't need any props to play, it's a perfect game for large groups.
You'll need:
- Game sheets with a list of 15-20 items that a woman might have in her purse.
- Pen for each guest.
Before the shower:
- Assign points to each item. For example, you can assign one point for lipstick, two points for sunglasses, and five for a mirror.
- Make sure you have enough copies for everyone.
How to play:
- Give each guest the game sheet.
- Ask them to check each of the listed items in their purse.
- The person with the highest score will be the winner of the game.
27. Baby ABC Game Baby Shower
This is a classic minute-to-win-it baby shower game to test your guest guessing skills. Perfect for a big crowd, the Baby Shower ABC's game is fast-paced, exciting, and requires little to no prep ahead of time.
You'll need:
- Pen.
- Paper.
- Timer.
- Game sheets.
Before the shower:
- Write down the alphabet vertically on the left side of a sheet of paper and print enough copies for all guests.
How to play:
- Provide each guest a sheet and ask them to write a baby-related word for each letter. For example, B is for a bottle, D is for diapers, W is for wipes, etc.
- The person who writes the most words in a minute wins.
28. Emoji Baby Shower Game
Who doesn't love a guessing game? Give your baby shower a fun twist with the modern baby shower emoji Pictionary game. It works exactly like Pictionary, with the main difference being that it uses cute emoji icons in place of pictures. Don't worry; you won't need to create this game yourself. Instead, you can get this free emoji baby shower game online.
You'll need:
- Pens for all guests.
- Printable emoji anagrams.
Before the shower:
- Have a copy of emoji anagrams for each guest.
How to play:
- Give your guests a pen and a copy of the emoji anagram.
- Ask them to guess and write the baby-related phrases or words hidden in emojis.
- Whoever gets the higher number of correct answers wins.
29. Find the Guest!
Looking for a fun way to get everyone talking and learning a little about each other? “Find the Guest” is the perfect ice-breaker game for your baby shower! It encourages guests to mingle, chat, and uncover some fun surprises about the people around them.
You'll need:
- A printed list of interesting facts
- Pens or pencils
- Paper or pre-made answer sheets
Before the shower:
Reach out to each guest ahead of time and ask them to share a unique fact about themselves—something fun, surprising, or quirky. Compile these facts into a single list, but don’t reveal who each fact belongs to! Print enough copies for all attendees.
How to play:
Hand out the fact sheets when guests arrive and let them know they’ll need to match each fact with the correct person. Encourage them to walk around, mingle, and ask questions to figure it out. The guest who gets the most correct matches wins a prize!
30. Mummy Wrap Race
Get ready for giggles! Mummy Wrap Race is a silly and fast-paced game that turns your guests into goofy mummies. It’s super fun, and everyone will want to join in!
You'll need:
- Rolls of toilet paper or white party streamers
- A timer or stopwatch
Before the shower:
Split your guests into pairs or small teams. Pick a spot with plenty of space for wrapping and moving around.
How to play:
In each group, choose one person to be the “mummy.” When you say “Go!”, the other teammate(s) start wrapping them up with toilet paper or streamers. Set a timer or race to see who finishes first. The team with the best-wrapped mummy (or the fastest one) wins a fun prize!
31. Decorate the T-shirt
This creative game is full of love and color! Guests get to design a special outfit for the new baby — and the results are always adorable (and often hilarious).
You'll need:
- Plain baby T-shirts or bodysuits (one for each guest)
- Fabric markers or non-toxic fabric paint
Before the shower:
Lay out a decorating station with shirts, markers, and paints. Cover the table with a newspaper or a disposable cloth to keep things neat.
How to play:
Give each guest a blank T-shirt or onesie and let them decorate it however they’d like — cute, silly, or full of sweet messages for the baby. If you want to add a twist, have the parents-to-be step out while guests create their masterpieces. When everyone is done, display the outfits and invite the mom or dad to guess who made which one. It’s a heartwarming keepsake and a fun memory for everyone!
32. Make a Baby Quilt
Want a beautiful and meaningful gift for the little one? “Make a Baby Quilt” is a sweet and creative activity where each guest helps design a piece of a cozy keepsake the baby will treasure for years!
You'll need:
- Pre-cut light-colored fabric squares (one per guest)
- Fabric markers or non-toxic fabric paints
- Optional: extra fabric for the quilt backing and borders
Before the shower:
Cut enough fabric squares for each guest and a few extras for balance. You can ask guests to decorate their square at the party, or send the squares out in advance and have them bring them finished.
How to play:
Hand each guest a blank fabric square and let them draw, write sweet messages, or decorate with cute designs. After all the squares are done, lay them out together and have fun arranging them into a quilt pattern. After the party, you can sew the quilt yourself or have someone help put it all together. The finished blanket will be a beautiful memory made by everyone who loves the new baby!
33. Diaper Notes
Looking for a sweet and silly surprise for the parents-to-be? Diaper Notes is a fun, feel-good activity where guests leave messages that’ll bring smiles during those late-night diaper changes!
You'll need:
- A box of newborn diapers
- Permanent markers in different colors
Before the shower:
Set up a little diaper decorating station with markers and a stack of diapers ready to go.
How to play:
Give each guest a diaper and a marker. Ask them to write something fun on the back — it could be a joke, a silly quote, sweet words of encouragement, or even a cheeky message for those 3 a.m. changes. After everyone’s done, pack the diapers back into the box and gift it to the parents-to-be. It’ll be the most entertaining box of diapers they’ve ever seen!
34. Diaper Stack
Love a little friendly competition? Diaper Stack is a fun and simple challenge where guests test their stacking skills — one wobbly diaper at a time!
You'll need:
- A pile of diapers for each group of players
Before the shower:
Divide your guests into small groups of four or five. Make sure each group has a flat surface and a good pile of diapers to work with.
How to play:
Each group takes turns adding one diaper at a time to their stack. The goal? Build the tallest stack possible without it toppling over! Once the stack falls, that team is done. The group that stacks the most diapers before it tumbles wins a prize — and a lot of laughs!
35. Duck-Duck-Prize
Looking for a game of pure luck that’s simple and sweet? Duck-Duck-Prize is a fun surprise for guests — and the parents-to-be get some adorable ducks for bath time later!
You'll need:
- One small rubber duck per guest
- A baby bathtub or large bowl filled with water
- Markers to mark the bottoms of some ducks
Before the shower:
Use a waterproof marker to place a small dot or sticker on the bottom of a few ducks. Fill the baby tub with water and place all the ducks inside.
How to play:
Have each guest choose one duck from the tub. If they grab a duck with a special mark on the bottom, they win a prize! Once the game is over, gift the tub and ducks to the parent(s)-to-be — perfect for future bath time fun.
36. Match the Socks
This fast and fun game is perfect for testing your guests’ speed and memory — plus, all those cute baby socks double as a sweet gift for the parents-to-be!
You'll need:
- Several pairs of baby socks (ask guests to bring a pair if you like)
- A timer
Before the shower:
Mix up all the socks and scatter them randomly on the floor or a table. Make sure the matching pairs are far apart!
How to play:
Set a timer and let guests race to find as many matching sock pairs as they can. The guest who matches the most pairs before time runs out wins a prize! After the game, gather all the socks and gift them to the soon-to-be parents — a cute and useful keepsake from the day.
Virtual Baby Shower Games
Throwing a virtual baby shower? These games will keep your guests engaged and entertained over video conferencing.
37. Guess That Baby Tune
This virtual baby shower game is a modern take on the classic Name That Tune game. You need to create a playlist of popular kids' songs, such as Baby Shark, Hush Little Baby, and Rockabye Baby. To make the game even more engaging, stick to songs with the word Baby or Babe in their title.
Play snippets of each for 5 to 10 seconds during the shower and have your guests try to guess the song's title. Whoever comes up with the higher number of correct answers will win!
38. Don't Say the Word Baby
During a baby shower, everyone wants to talk about the new baby. But with this game, no one can say the word Baby during the event.
This virtual baby shower game is super easy yet pretty challenging to win. A guest needs patience and to be extra attentive to win this game.
If anyone is caught saying Baby, they will lose. The last person saying Baby is the winner.
39. The Price is Right
Having a baby can be really expensive, and this game makes your guests realize what it costs to have a baby. It is one of the most popular virtual baby shower games requiring minimal effort.
Simply create a list of common baby items (like diapers, wipes, stroller, car seat, crib, etc.) and ask your guests to guess the cost of each item. Whoever gets closest to the actual price on the most things wins!
40. True or False
If your guests love trivia, this is a fun baby shower game to play online. Show the guests a list of fun facts about moms and babies, and they have to guess whether it's true or false. The person with a higher number of correct answers will be the winner.
41. Guess the Famous Parent
Love a little celebrity fun or pop culture trivia? This baby shower game challenges your guests to match famous parents with their firstborn children — it's perfect for trivia lovers who enjoy a good guessing game!
You'll need:
- A printed list of famous parents (numbered 1–10)
- A mixed-up list of celebrity children (lettered A–J)
- An answer key for the host
- Pens or pencils
Before the shower:
Choose at least 10 famous parents from movies, music, sports, or royal families. Look up the name of their firstborn child. Number the parent names from 1 to 10 and create a second list with the children's names labeled A to J (in random order). Print this as a matching sheet for your guests. Keep the correct pairings as your answer key.
How to play:
Hand out the matching sheet and a pen to each guest. Ask them to match the number of each parent with the letter of the correct celebrity child. When everyone’s finished, read the correct answers out loud. The guest with the most correct matches wins a prize!
42. Do You Know Your Cartoon Babies?
This throwback game is perfect for guests who grew up on Saturday morning cartoons! It’s a fun and nostalgic challenge that brings out everyone's inner kid.
You'll need:
- Printed trivia sheets with photos of cartoon parents and babies
- Pens or pencils
- A computer and printer (or photocopier)
Before the shower:
Gather pictures of well-known cartoon or animated parent characters along with their babies or kids. On a sheet of paper, place the parent photos on one side and a shuffled list of baby photos on the other. Print one sheet per guest.
How to play:
Hand out the sheets and ask guests to match each cartoon parent to the correct baby by drawing a line between them.
The guest who gets the most correct matches wins a fun prize!
Baby Shower Gift Opening Games
Opening gifts usually takes a massive chunk of time. Play these baby shower games to make present openings fly by while ensuring your guests continue having fun.
43. Baby Shower Bingo
This is one of those super-easy classic baby shower games that's always a hit. It keeps your guests engaged when the mom-to-be is opening up her presents.
You'll need:
- Pens or pencils.
- Baby Shower Bingo cards. You can get them online.
Before the shower:
- Print enough copies of bingo cards for all guests.
How to play:
- Hand out a copy to each guest.
- Every time the mom-to-be opens a shower gift, guests will cross off the received item on the bingo card.
- Whoever gets a straight line of crossed-off squares first calls out Bingo! and wins the prize.
44. Diaper Raffle
This game is a total win-win — guests get a chance to win fun prizes, and the parents-to-be get a mountain of diapers to take home. It’s a baby shower classic for a reason!
You'll need:
- Raffle tickets
- A few small prizes for the winners
Before the shower:
When you send out invitations, include a note asking guests to bring a pack (or more!) of diapers to join the diaper raffle. Let them know that the more they bring, the more chances they have to win!
How to play:
At the shower, hand out one raffle ticket for each pack of diapers a guest brings. Later during the party, draw tickets at random and give away small prizes to the lucky winners. The best part? The parents-to-be head home with tons of diapers!
45. Lucky Giver
This simple baby shower game allows the mom-to-be to give back a gift while she is receiving presents. She selects a number between 1 and the number of shower gifts. For instance, if the mom-to-be picks number 5, the guest who brought the 5th gift wins a prize when she opens their gift.
Baby Shower Game Gift Ideas
The best prizes for baby shower games are things that entice your guests to play the games while also making them a little competitive. Here are some inexpensive baby shower gift ideas to suit every type of guest:
- A basket full of candies
- Chocolate bars
- Seed packets
- A bottle of wine or champagne
- Gift cards
- A beautiful wall décor
- A photo frame or a cardholder
- A box of donuts
- Personal care kit
- Small potted flowers or succulent plants
- Scented candles
How Many Games Should be Played at a Baby Shower?
For an ideal baby shower, it's important to maintain a balance between games and other activities. Considering that a typical baby shower lasts around two to three hours, you should include two to three games in your event. It will provide ample time for socializing and enjoying refreshments, ensuring your guests' well-rounded and enjoyable experience.
Your party is going to fly with these fantastic baby shower games. Just make sure you flaunt your baby bump in style with cute and elegant baby shower dresses. After all, you are the center of attention and deserve to dress up like a beautiful diva.