"They say the most wonderful time of the year falls in the festive wintery months. And for all parents, that means the most wonderful time is also when they get to bring a new bundle of joy home. If that happens to fall during the frigid winter months, consider it even merrier!
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If you find yourself planning a baby shower for a loved one this winter, you may be on the hunt for winter baby shower themes. The good news is, there’s a perfect theme for every mom-to-be. From fun twists on classic holiday music to cozy havens to NYE party-level celebrations, all winter baby shower themes are one of a kind—just like mom-to-be!
Whether looking for snowy scenes, Christmas music, or all the cozy vibes, read on for a dozen winter baby shower themes and ideas for plenty of party-planning inspo.
“Baked with Love” Cookie Baby Shower
Who doesn’t love cookies? This winter baby shower theme is perfect for the mom-to-be who never goes a year without an annual Christmas cookie-baking extravaganza. The menu practically takes care of itself. Along with the classic sharables, have plenty of cookies and sweet treats available. As a fun activity, consider having guests decorate sugar cookies to take home as a party favor.
“Baby It’s Cold Outside” Baby Shower
For the mom who plays holiday music before Halloween, this “Baby It’s Cold Outside” theme will be a hit. Deck the halls of the baby shower space with extra cozy elements. Think garland, a hot chocolate bar, and plenty of white for a snowy effect. Play holiday music in the background, and everyone will be feeling ready to welcome baby along with the chilly months.
“Ice Ice Baby” Baby Shower
An ’80s or ’90s mama will love this theme that nods to the iconic Vanilla Ice song. Not only that, but the decor will be adorable. You’ll want to incorporate plenty of whites, silvers, and glittery elements to mimic the look of ice and snow. Get extra creative and play around with mirrors as serving trays and display pieces to add to the glistening effect. For a pop of color, throw in an icy blue.
Polar Animals Baby Shower
Take inspiration from the Arctic by focusing on polar animals for the baby shower. Think adorable polar bears, penguins, and narwhals. Or go all-in on a “We Can ‘Bearly’ Wait” polar bear baby shower (look how cute this winter baby shower invitation is!). Lean into whites and light blues in the decor that emulate the chilly temperatures of the frigid Arctic. Then, incorporate some adorable cutouts of the sweet animals. You can even purchase or try your hand at making a cake or cupcakes in the shape of a cute animal.
“It Takes a Village” Winter Village Baby Shower
As they like to say, it takes a village to raise a baby! Celebrate mom and her village with this baby shower theme that plays into the darling winter village houses and figurines. The perfect hint of nostalgia, hunt down your very own winter village pieces (or borrow from someone you know!) and decorate your space with the pieces throughout. Include soft-colored tablecloths topped with fake snow and the sweet building figurines. Consider serving an assortment of comfort foods and including a meal train sign-up for after the baby comes.
Apres Ski Baby Shower
Everybody knows one of the best parts of skiing is warming up on the lodge afterward. Apres Ski is all about cozying up by the fireplace with a hot toddy after a long day on the slopes. Play into the chic and cozy ski lodge vibes with this winter baby shower theme. White tablecloths, colorful and cozy touches, and all of the snowy mountain motifs. Get your hands on some skis and cute ski passes for an added decor touch. For food, go all out with things like fondue, French onion soup, and poutine. Cable knit sweaters encouraged!
“Winter Wonderland” Snowflake Baby Shower
In the words of wedding planning assistant Howard Weinstein from the ‘90s movie Father of the Bride, “All I can say is, thank God snow is white. It works. Know what I mean?” Snowflakes and sparkles can complement any baby shower color scheme, from deep evergreen shades to frosty baby blues. If the parents know the sex of the baby, consider incorporating traditionally gender-specific colors like shades of pink or blue.
Winter Woodland Baby Shower
Transform your space into a wintery forest! Think woodland features like trees, green and brown hues, and some cute woodland animals. Use plenty of garland, wood pieces, mini trees, and even pine cones throughout for extra special touches. Don’t forget some frosty touches like whites and light blues.
Cozy Plaid Baby Shower
Don’t worry—not all winter baby shower themes have to include whites and blues. In fact, this theme will do quite the opposite. Instead, you can be inspired by your favorite cozy flannel. Simply fill the space with plaid in either classic buffalo black and red check or chic deep blue and green Ralph Lauren vibes.
“Goodbye Silent Nights” Baby Shower
Expecting parents can kiss those silent nights goodbye for a while (it’s all worth it though!). Celebrate accordingly with a dreamy baby shower. Think decor in the shape of clouds and moons, as well as candles. Keep it light, or make it a little moody like the night sky with deep blues throughout.
A Merry Little Baby Shower
For a well-rounded list of winter baby shower themes, a Christmas-themed party had to be included! Perfect for a gender-neutral baby shower, fill the space with reds and greens, as well as traditional holiday decor. Make all of your Christmastime menu favorites with a finger food twist, like ham sandwich sliders and tasty holiday drinks like cranberry Moscow mules (don’t forget to make it virgin for mama!). You can even go all out with the winter baby shower decorations by putting up a Christmas tree and hanging baby sock “stockings.”
“Poppin’ Bottles of a Different Kind” NYE Baby Shower
If mama-to-be is more partial to the other winter holiday, celebrate until the clock strikes midnight! Take all of the best elements of a New Year’s Eve party and make them into the baby shower of the year. Glitter, noisemakers, confetti, and plenty of champagne (plus non-alcoholic options) are a must. Don the space with plenty of black and silver, and serve NYE favorite finger foods like deviled eggs, shrimp cocktails, stuffed mushrooms, and more.
Brett Nicole Hayden, Assistant Editor
As the Assistant Editor, Brett works with the editors of The Everymom on the content creation process by updating stories, sourcing images and graphics, and pitching and contributing her own articles. Her favorite topics to write about are culture, relationships, and living. She’s also The Everymom’s resident baby names and family movies expert!