How to Throw a Virtual Baby Shower + Celebrate Moms-to-Be While Social Distancing

Okay, sharing tips on how to throw a virtual baby shower is definitely not a post we want to write. There is nothing we love more than showering joy, care, hugs and love on mamas-to-be. Pregnant moms are doing the hardest job of all—creating new little people—and we want you all to be spoiled, and we know your friends and family want you too! With expectant parents having to cancel their baby showers, we asked our followers what they’re doing to celebrate moms-to-be while social distancing in lieu of a traditional shower. You all came through big time. Here are some of the ideas that many people source from you!

1. Zoom Baby Shower/Click and Ship Shower. Friends and family gather virtually through an online meeting place. Play games, share advice, even watch the mom-to-be open some gifts that were sent early. Online baby registries make it easy to send gifts directly to parents’ homes, so don’t forget to register! A woman shared that all her friends and family wore pink to celebrate her baby girl. Very sweet.

2. Diaper Dump in Front. Friends and family organize surprise diaper drops for parents. Drop the diapers, knock and go! You can also send diapers directly to your friend’s house.

3. Delivery Meal Train. Instead of the traditional leaving of home-cooked meals for the new parents, friends decided to just send gift cards for food delivery to a local restaurant. It helps new parents and supports local businesses. And if parents don’t feel comfortable delivering right now, they can always save them for later.

4. Regularly Call or Text New Moms. Check in regularly with your new mom friends. The transition to motherhood can be difficult at any time and possibly even more lonely in this time of social distancing. So even if you can’t offer to hold her baby to give her a little break, you can let your friend know you’re there for her just by listening and checking in often.

5. Drop Off Home Essentials. Expectant parents or parents of a newborn may be more hesitant to leave the house to get essential household items at the store. Offering to drop off items that are still difficult to order through delivery, such as toilet paper and cleaning products, can be helpful for those unable to leave their homes.

6. Send a Video Message. The sweet wife of a mama-to-be has curated a compilation of short video messages from their friends and family. What a great idea.

Please comment below with your own experiences with virtual baby showers or your ideas for caring for moms-to-be while social distancing because we’re all figuring it out together! We are thankful that there are ways to celebrate new parents and show your love while still social distancing and keeping everyone safe. Remember to use all recommended safety precautions when receiving packages.