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DEVENT planning resources

Baby Shower Checklist and Invitation Wording

A baby shower should reflect the preferences of the person being celebrated. Ask about the guest list, timing, activities and whether they want a shower before making arrangements.

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Agree hosts, budget and guest list

Ask the guest of honour who they would like to invite and what style feels comfortable. Agree who pays for the venue, food and activities, and check accessibility and travel before choosing a location.

Choose a comfortable schedule

Allow time for arrivals, food, conversation and a break, keeping activities optional. Ask the guest of honour about seating, timing and any preferences rather than assuming a particular game or gift-opening format.

Discuss food and practical needs

Ask guests privately about dietary and access requirements, and discuss the menu with the provider. Confirm seating, toilets, a quiet space if needed and an indoor alternative for an outdoor event.

Write a clear invitation

For example: “Please join us to celebrate [name] on [date] at [time], [venue and address]. RSVP to [contact] by [date]. Please let us know privately about any access or food requirements.” Add gift information only if the host wants it.

Prepare a simple event-day plan

Confirm the booking, food, decorations, helper roles and cleanup. Send any changes directly to guests, and nominate a contact so the guest of honour does not have to manage supplier questions during the celebration.

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A relaxed afternoon shower

A friend hosts a two-hour afternoon tea in an accessible room. Guests can chat or join an optional activity, and the invitation includes a private contact for food and access questions.

Your next steps

  1. Ask the guest of honour about preferences.
  2. Agree budget, guest list and venue.
  3. Plan optional activities and suitable food.
  4. Send a clear invitation and confirm the handover.

Common questions

Are games or gift opening required?

No. Ask the guest of honour what they would enjoy.

Who should be invited?

Agree the list with the person being celebrated and the hosts before sending invitations.

Useful next steps

Keep the next step connected

Online invitation builder with RSVPDesign wedding and event invitations with editable wording, colours, Arabic or bilingual layouts and private family RSVP links.Event guest list managerOrganise households, guest names, bride and groom sides, attendance and reserved places in one event guest list.Event budget planner in Australian dollarsPlan event expenses, review supplier quotes and track recorded costs alongside your guests and event tasks.

Continue planning

How Online RSVPs WorkUnderstand the journey from a household’s private invitation link to a saved attendance response.Managing Family RSVPsKeep one household invitation while recording which named family members will attend.Collecting Meal Choices and Dietary NotesCollect useful food information from guests and communicate the relevant requirements to your caterer.Preparing a Guest List for DEVENTClean up an existing spreadsheet before entering households and named guests in DEVENT.

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