Baby showers mean so much more than giving gifts to an expectant mother; they are a chance to gather a close set of friends to celebrate the imminent arrival of a new life in this world. It is an occasion for rejoicing and fun, laughter and chatter, a few shared hours of anticipation. You want everything to be perfect right down to the party favors!

You′ve probably chosen a theme for the party, mailed out the invitations and decided which games you′ll play at the shower. Now you should pick out some party favors that everyone will enjoy and appreciate in the coming years. There are so many favors for baby showers that you may have a difficult time deciding!

Does the mother to be have a sparkling sense of humor? If so, you may want to get tiny ceramic loaves of bread as favors-as in ′bun in the oven′. Small cinema-style popcorn boxes can be filled with popcorn to signify the baby is about to ′pop′ out, a party favor that inevitably creates an atmosphere of fun.

You may want to choose party favors that are practical as well as fun, something each guest will keep to remember the good times they had. Sterling silver diaper pins, even in this world of disposable diapers, are always a hit and can be engraved with the mother′s name. Votive candle holders are always a big hit, especially when personalized with a design. Personalized ice cream scoops or pedicure sets disguised as tiny diaper bags are fun and useful baby shower favors.

Remember, a baby shower signifies the most important event of a woman′s life after her wedding day. It′s her welcome to motherhood and all the joys that go along with it. Many mothers save their baby shower favors to show their children when they grow up. You′ll want to make the shower memorable with party favors everyone will treasure.