You’ve heard of baby showers, but what about grandma baby showers?
That’s right, as today’s grandparents are more involved with their grandchildren than ever before, some are choosing to stock their own living spaces with baby gear.
Today explains how the ‘grandma shower’ trend is evolving, ranging from full-on showers with the mom-to-be and the grandma to a small gathering to celebrate a new grandparent.
The grandma baby showers can be practical, with gifts and gear actually needed to help parents care for a new baby, like extra car seats or a playpen in their home, to more thoughtful in nature. For instance, a small afternoon tea where a grandma-to-be’s friends gather to present her with a thoughtful book or congratulations.
Some think the trend is sweet (and often helpful if grandma is now fully stocked for sleepovers!), while others are calling it full-on “stupid,” but as with all things parenting, to each their own, right?
If you were curious about the trend or interested in throwing your own grandma shower, we found some products to make it happen!
Kate Aspen Sage Green Eucalyptus Floral Botanical Garden, 62 Piece Party Tableware Set
$22.99
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A grandma baby shower can be tricky — you may not want to do a traditional baby shower theme, so picking up some neutral-yet-pretty tableware can be the perfect in-between solution.
I love this neutral floral set from Kate Aspen that fits the theme beautifully. It’s an online exclusive to Michaels and comes with everything you need to serve 16 guests.
39" White Gold Baby Script Foil Balloon
Of course, a small reminder of why everyone is gathered together can be the perfect touch, even better if it’s in the form of this stylish, scripted ‘baby’ balloon that makes decor easy.
If you buy in-store at Michaels, they’ll also fill the balloon with helium for you, which is so convenient.
50-Pack Welcome Little One Baby Shower Napkins
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$19.36
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These simple, scripted napkins also pay a subtle nod to the new life everyone is celebrating. Because, sure, a grandma baby shower is about honoring the shift from “mom” to “grandma,” but it’s also about the excitement everyone has for that new baby.
3 Pack Beistle Grandma to Be Deluxe Rosette
Maybe you don’t want to throw a full grandma baby shower, but you can still honor a grandma-to-be with a special rosette ribbon that announces her upgraded status. This rosette could also be cute as part of a larger baby shower theme that incorporates bees, nature, or a similar color scheme.
6 Pack Beistle New Grandma Rosette
Purple is a rather specific color, so this 6-pack of rosettes is a much neutral white-and-confetti look.
Even if you don’t happen to have six grandmothers on hand to wear the ribbons, you could incorporate both sides of the family, make up a game using the ribbons, or use the rosettes as part of the grandma baby shower decor.
96-Piece 'Oh Baby' Baby Shower Decorations
Add a tablecloth and pick up this online-exclusive dinnerware set, and you’ve basically got yourself a grandma shower in a box. I love the green Gingham theme because it’s simple yet elegant, and the design is not too over-the-top for a grandma shower.
The set will serve up to 24 guests and includes napkins, dinner plates, dessert plates, and gold forks.
Coffee Bean Theme 'A Baby Is Brewing' Party Supplies
I can’t think of a better reason to embrace the beauty of coffee than a new baby on the way. A coffee-bean-themed shower could be a cute way to celebrate a new grandma — and gather together for a cup of joe!
12-Ounce Paper Disposable Coffee Cups, 50-Count
If you do go the coffee celebration route (and honestly, why wouldn’t you?), don’t forget to pick up some coffee-ready disposable cups for your party.
This 50-pack of paper cups can be used for hot or cold drinks, so they’re ready for any type of partying the grannies may get up to.
108" Plastic Table Cover by Celebrate It
Last but certainly not least, don’t forget to pick up a few packs of disposable tablecloths to make setup and cleanup easy (two things that are key for future moms and grandmas!).
Choose from pink, white, black, or red, and if you want to save even more, consider buying in bulk to bring the price down to just over $1 per tablecloth.
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