Baby showers are a great way to celebrate that new baby!

White Steel Cupcake Stand
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Welcoming a new baby into the family is very exciting and what better way to celebrate than to throw a baby shower. Whether you are throwing the baby shower for yourself or someone else, it can get very expensive if you don’t budget correctly. 

After following our 5 effective ways to better budget for your next special event, use this baby shower checklist to figure out how to best spend your budget!

 

PARTY PLANNER | 3%

May include:

  • Full-Service Coordination
  • Venue/ Vendor Referrals and Liaison
  • Timeline Creation
  • Budget Coordination
  • Baby Shower Day Setup and Management

INVITES | 1%

May include:

  • Save The Dates
  • Baby Shower Invitations (including inserts like RSVP cards or maps)

DECOR | 10%

May include:

  • Floral 
  • Baby Shower Centerpieces (for guest tables, dessert table, food stations)
  • Chair Covers, Table Covers, Tableware, glassware (or plastic-ware) 
  • Linens 
  • Decor Rentals, Rental Tables and Chairs
  • Lighting

ATTIRE | 3%

May include:

  • Maternity Photoshoot Outfit (including shoes and accessories)
  • Baby Shower Outfit (including shoes and accessories)

BEAUTY | 3%

May include:

  • Waxing, Facial
  • Mani-Pedi
  • Hair grooming
  • Makeup Artist 
  • Hair Stylist 
  • Personal Hygiene Items

FOOD | 25%

May include:

  • Appetizers 
  • Salad Bar
  • Plated or Buffet
  • Dessert Table
  • Service Staff and Service Charge
  • Setup and Cleanup Fees

DRINKS | 10%

May include:

  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Open Bar and Bartender Service 
  • Non-alcoholic Beverages
  • Bartender Tips

CAKE | 3%

May include:

  • Cake and/or Cupcakes 
  • Cake Display 
  • Specialty Design
  • Cake Topper
  • Cake Stand
  • Cake-Cutting Fee
  • Delivery Fee

FAVORS | 2%

May include:

  • Baby Shower Favors
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MUSIC | 10%

May include:

  • Party DJ or Live Band
  • Equipment (microphones, sound system)

PHOTOS / VIDEO | 10%

May include:

  • Maternity Photoshoot
  • Baby Shower Coverage
  • Albums or Prints
  • Feature Film

VENUE | 15%

May include:

  • Room Rental Fee and Deposit
  • Place Cards
  • Menu Cards
  • Liability Insurance
  • Tax and Service Fees
  • Security Fee
  • Parking Fees

EXTRA FEES | 5%

May include:

  • Service Charges
  • Sales Tax
  • Overtime Fees

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