Pregnancy can be a tricky time for a lot of reasons, and planning a baby shower is one of them — especially for those of us who aren't necessarily into all the cheesiness that comes with it. Hipster moms, we totally hear you: It's 100% possible to be into all of the pregnancy traditions, including showers, without wanting to participate in the cliché and overdone trends. Some moms-to-be love them, and that's totally fine, but all hope is not lost for those hoping to have a baby shower without succumbing to everything they've seen on Pinterest in the past five years!
Of course, trends are trends for a reason; they usually make sense, and they're popular because many people love them. But there's a way to incorporate what's readily accessible to you while also making your shower unique and personalized to you … and yeah, it will look good on Instagram at the same time (you have permission to care about those things, BTW).
Looking for a little baby shower inspiration, hipster moms? Look no further. Your theme, cake, decor, dessert, and more could be waiting — read on!
Baby Animals
Teddy Bears
Babies and toddlers usually love teddy bears, and this is a total classic — why not borrow from this theme and make it totally your own? Here, the bear, combined with the wood, the balloons, and the feathers, is made new again. No one will ever say that this isn't original!
An Instagram Dream
Looking for a baby shower that includes the perfect backdrop for your guests to take amazing Instagram photos? Look no further than this shower for inspiration! The couch, the flower wall, the lighting — it's all so striking that it would be impossible to choose what we love most!
Take a Hike
Having a baby is most definitely a big adventure … and that's why this theme is so perfect! Incorporating animals and the great outdoors, this could be a perfect theme for parents who are looking for something that represents their love of hiking and all things nature.
Little Honeybee
There's something so sweet about a honeybee themed shower — pun intended. This is so simple and beautiful to pull off, and obviously, it works for parents who have chosen not to find out the gender of their child ahead of the time, too. Winnie the Pooh tie-in totally not necessary!
Into the Jungle
Yet another unique spin on the ever-popular animal theme … and this one includes giant stuffed animals that the baby can keep long after the shower is over! Turn a backyard into a luscious jungle, complete with balloons, greenery, and plenty of vines — and don't forget the monkey.
Space Baby
Baby doesn't have to be a future astronaut for this adorable theme to fit the bill — and no, you're definitely not required to say that your baby is "out of this world" on the invitations. Even without space-related clichés, this theme is actually pretty cool. Imagine all the galaxy prints!
