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12 Unique Safari Baby Shower Favors for Your Next Party

12 Safari Baby Shower Favors your Guest will Love

Celebrating an upcoming birth is an exciting time for moms-to-be and their loved ones. If you want a gender-neutral party, or just love the safari theme, WebBabyShower is here to help! We’ve found the 12 best safari baby shower favors for your next big event.

Boho Safari Baby Shower Invitation

Start your party off right with these Boho Safari Baby Shower Invitations! This item is a 5” x 7” digital download that you can uniquely customize to fit your event. You can modify text, add photos or QR codes for a baby registry, and alter the background to your liking.

Editable Jungle Thank You Party Tags

Maintain consistency throughout your event with these Editable Jungle Thank You Party Tags! These customizable safari baby shower favors measure 3.5” x 2.25” and allow you to edit colors, words, fonts, and even move images. It is a digital download available up to 90 days after purchase.

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Jungle Candle Favors

Light up your party with these adorable Jungle Candle Favors for guests! Each 4-ounce soy wax candle includes a custom label and is ready to go right out of the box. Choose from nine different scents and eight ribbon colors to create the perfect safari baby shower favors.

Personalized Baby Blanket

This Personalized Baby Blanket will be a big hit at your baby shower! This one-of-a-kind blanket can act as a centerpiece at your party or hang as a decorative feature for guests to admire. You can select from three sizes to create the ideal ambience for your safari-themed shower.

Safari Animal Shaped Soaps

Your guests will roar when they see these loveable Safari Animal Shaped Soaps! You’ll receive an assortment of giraffe, elephant, and lion soaps made from eco-friendly materials. Choose from three different color combinations. Each soap comes wrapped with a customizable safari-themed tag.

Safari Animal Scented Soaps

Bring the jungle indoors with these Safari Animal Scented Soaps! These unique safari baby shower favors are available in unscented or five other scents. Customize bars with add-ons like dried wheat, oatmeal, eucalyptus, or bunny tail. Each soap is 3.65 ounces and comes wrapped in cellophane with a customizable tag.

Safari Animals Treat Bags Sticker

Wrangle up tasty treats for a baby shower with Safari Animals Treat Bags with Sticker! They have a front-facing window to display playful animal crackers, popcorn, or other treats for guests. These handy safari baby shower favors come in 13 colors to match your event perfectly! Customize the 3” sticker with a heartfelt message.

Safari Baby Shower Favor Water Bottle Labels

Guests to your party will love these Safari Baby Shower Favor Water Bottle Labels! This instant download makes continuing your jungle theme in every element simple. These customizable labels are perfect for adding a unique touch to traditional water bottles. They measure 8”x2” and fit five to a page for printing.

Safari Baby Shower Napkins

Add a touch of class to your event with these Safari Baby Shower Napkins! Each square cream-colored napkin boasts a gold foil design and measures 6.5”. Everyone will love the elegant lion, elephant, and giraffe gold silhouettes. Each package contains 16 napkins.

Safari Baby Shower Cupcake Toppers

Top off your event with these cute Safari Baby Shower Cupcake Toppers! You will receive a 2” round customizable topper in three different designs as a digital download. Save time and stress by printing 15 per sheet for the perfect safari baby shower favors.

Safari Baby Shower Welcome Sign

Greet your guests in style with this Safari Baby Shower Welcome Sign! This item comes in three different sizes and is made with high-quality foam board for durable use without needing a frame. Easily customize your sign with your name and event details.

Safari Baby Shower Favors Sign

Include a Safari Baby Shower Favors Sign for the ideal look at your jungle-themed party! This instant download provides a unique 8”x 10” sign to place at your favors table for guests. There is no customizable option for this safari baby shower favors item.

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By HEATHER LEE | Last Updated: May 17, 2022

A sweet theme for a mom about to embark on a new adventure.

Whether you’re a first-time parent or already have a growing family, welcoming a new baby into the world is a wild ride. So why not channel that spirit with a safari-themed baby shower?

Safari-themed baby showers are a fun twist on the usual soft blue or pink-themed baby showers full of stork and rattle decor. They give you a chance to show some personality and to create a day that will be memorable for all of your guests for years to come.

The safari theme can go a couple of different ways. You can lean into the more dusty, muted tones of the African Savannah: decorating your space with animals like cheetahs, elephants, and giraffes. Or, you can go for a jungle vibe with bold greens, punchy florals, parrots, and monkeys.

Whichever type of safari you decide to embark on with your shower guests, this guide to throwing the perfect safari-themed baby shower will have you covered. Read on for everything you need to know to plan the perfect day to celebrate your wild new arrival.

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Planning Checklist

6-weeks before the shower.

• Create a Budget
• Create a Guest List
• Decide on a Venue, Date, and Time
• Order Your Baby Shower Invitations
• Create Your Baby Registry (if applicable)

1-Month Before the Shower

• Send out Your Invitations
• Buy Decorations
• Decide on Your Menu
• Order Your Cake and Catering (if necessary)
• Arrange Entertainment (if necessary)
• Decide on Baby Shower Games and Buy Supplies if Necessary
• Ask Friends/Family to Help with Shower Planning and Preparation

2-Weeks Before the Shower

• Follow up on RSVPs
• Order Thank-You Cards for Guests
• Prepare Shower Favors
• Open and Check Baby Shower Decorations
• Buy Shower Game and Raffle Prizes

1-Week Before the Shower

• Finalize Guest Count
• Create an Agenda for Day-Before and Day-Of Party Prep
• Wrap Prizes and Gifts
• Confirm with any Vendors and Your Venue

2-Days Before the Shower

• Buy Food and Drink
• Clean the Party Space (if hosting at someone’s home)
• Create Playlist
• Begin Decorating

1-Day Before the Shower

• Chill Drinks
• Prepare Gift Station
• Finalize Decorations

Day-Of Shower

• Put out any Shower Direction Signs
• Set out Food and Beverages
• Relax and Have Fun!

Safari Baby Shower Invitation Ideas

Your invitation serves as the first chance for you to show off your safari theme — so go wild! First, pick an invitation that matches your Savannah or Jungle safari theme, then get creative with safari-inspired invitation wording.ar

• Storybook: Channel childhood classics like The Jungle Book in your invitation by going for a design that looks like it could come from the pages of a storybook. Look for invitations with illustrations of safari animals that are full of personality — and remember to select a design that matches either your Savannah or Jungle theme!

Jungle Animal Sketchbook by Alethea and Ruth

• Watercolor: For an unexpected twist on the safari theme, go for a monochrome watercolor invitation. The soft colors and whimsical watercolor animals are sure to catch guests' eyes, and they elevate the invitation into a true keepsake.

New Adventure by Pati Cascino

• Bold: For a more modern take on baby shower invitations, go for a design that swaps out cute cartoon-style illustrations for bold artwork and typography. Go wild with color and large-scale text for an invitation design that is as cool as you are.

Camouflage Warriors by Grae

• Boho: Safari-themed baby showers are perfect for parents-to-be that will be welcoming their baby into a home full of bohemian decor. Channel that aesthetic by looking for an invitation design that features hallmarks of bohemian interior design — like the illustrations of rattan shelves and houseplants that frame this invitation.

Baby Tiger by Vivian Yiwing

• Sweet and Simple: A safari theme can also lend itself to a more minimal aesthetic. If that is the vibe you’re going for, look for a design that keeps things simple by featuring just one illustration of a classic safari animal.

Baby Animal Giraffe by Cass Loh

• Foil-Pressed: Though metallics aren’t often the first thing that comes to mind when you think of a safari, your invitation can be a great way to add a bit of glamor to the nature-focused theme. Look for an invitation that features animal illustrations pressed in foil for a high-design touch.

Animal Parade by Waldo Press

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A safari theme should be full of fun and get guests excited for all of the adventures that a new baby will bring. So get playful with your invitation wording ! Here are a few ideas:

• “The Adventure Begins”
• “A little wild one is on the way!”
• “We’re wild with excitement!”
• “It’s about to get wild!”
• “The Pack is Getting Bigger!”
• “Help Us Welcome a New Baby to the Jungle!”
• “There’s no limit to how much you’ll know, depending how far beyond zebra you go.” - Dr. Seuss
• “Let the wild rumpus start!” - Maurice Sendak, Where the Wild Things Are
• “In the jungle,the mighty jungle, the lion sleeps tonight.” - The Tokens

Etiquette Tips

When to have a baby shower?

It is traditional to hold the baby shower 4 to 6 weeks before the baby is born. This timing means that the pregnancy is far enough along for the mom-to-be to celebrate without fear of a miscarriage, and is early enough to avoid a preemie.

That said, you can always host the shower after the baby arrives as a Sip and See party if you aren’t able to get it planned before the due date. As with all things related to parenthood, do what feels good to you!

Whom should I invite to the baby shower?

The best rule of thumb here is to invite your nearest and dearest. Traditionally, baby showers were women-only events, though that has changed in recent years. So if the mom-to-be wants the dad-to-be or her own father at the shower, definitely invite them!

Whom should I not invite to the baby shower?

The people you leave off of the guest list can be an intensely personal choice — and can depend on the size of shower you’re hoping to have. If you’re having a more intimate party, don’t feel obliged to invite casual friends or acquaintances like coworkers and distant cousins. We also recommend only inviting people who you know will be happy to shower the new baby in love. Remember that it is OK to leave family members that don’t support you off your guest list.

When should I send out the baby shower invitations?

We suggest sending your invitations at least a month before the date of your shower. This gives guests enough time to put the date on their schedule, and will give you the best chance to have all of your loved ones join you.

That said, if you plan to invite many people from out of state, we’d suggest sending invitations as early as possible to give them time to plan travel and accommodations.

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Safari Baby Shower Decoration Ideas

Your safari shower decor can be as wild or as simple as you’d like it to be! No matter what level of decor you decide to include, be sure to tie in shades of greens, browns, and tans throughout your venue to keep things festive and on theme.

Safari Baby Shower Centerpieces

Diy centerpiece.

If you are going to be DIYing the decor of your safari-themed baby shower, go for something simple and striking like this centerpiece. Simply fill glass vases (or mason jars) with rocks to anchor leaf clippings that look like they could’ve come straight from the jungle. Accenting a simple white tablecloth with a burlap runner reminiscent of classic safari tents is another great way to further nod to the theme.

Photo by Sarah McKenzie Photography

Safari-Goes-Glam

For something a bit more opulent, go for a big, bold centerpiece like the one pictured here. The mix of florals, gold, and sweet animal figurines perfectly captures the theme and makes for an epic backdrop to your photos. Just remember, if you are going to go for big, bold monstera leaves in a centerpiece, make sure to place them above eye line so your guests can still see and connect with each other!

Gilded Animal Figurines

To give your safari theme a sophisticated feel, go for gilded accents like these golden giraffes. This is another budget-friendly DIY, as you can simply spray paint animal toys in gold, rose gold, or silver. Placing them inside a large vase like this adds a bit of interest to a simple floral arrangement, or you can use them as stand-alone centerpiece decor.

Photo by Gabriel Veit Photography

Foliage Runner

For a more low-profile centerpiece, swap out a traditional fabric runner for a bit of greenery. If you are going for more of a lush, jungle theme look for leaves (real or faux) in deep greens and mossy tones like the ones pictured here. For a centerpiece inspired by the Great Plains, line the center of your table with soft grasses. The gilded animal figurines make a nice touch here, but you could skip them in favor of decor like candles or to leave room for shared dishes of food.

Subtly Sophisticated

For an unexpected and on-trend take on balloons, go for a half balloon arch in neutral colors. Then, tie in the theme by weaving in large faux leaves and accenting the arch with oversized safari stuffed animals.

Playful Messages

To have a bit of fun with a more neutral color palette, go for gold balloons that spell out phrases like “Oh Baby” or even “Wild Child” for something on-theme. You could keep things simple and have these balloons stand on their own, or pair them with a balloon arch like the one shown here.

Photo by The Wooz Craft

Simply Festive

If you don’t have the budget for a balloon arch, go for smaller bouquets of balloons. Pick clusters of balloons in colors that nod to safaris — think neutrals like the ones shown here for a Savannah-themed shower, or deeper greens and browns for a jungle safari look.

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Photo Backdrops

Blooming balloons.

For a glamorous safari-themed photo backdrop, go big and bold with your balloon choice. The mix of cascading neutral-colored balloons and pampas grass offers a bit of sophistication that will look great in photos, as will a sign with the new baby’s name!

DIY Photo Booth

If you don’t have a ton of space to create a photo backdrop for your safari-themed shower, go for something like this. You can hang gold streamers from a rig as seen here, or simply take over a blank wall. The sweet paper pom-poms, green leaves, and balloons are a nice way to further tie in the theme, and add a bit of visual interest to photos.

Repurpose the boho decor you already have at home by using it to create a sweet photo backdrop that doubles as the seat of honor during gift time for the mom-to-be. Accent the area behind the chair with a balloon arch, woven baskets, and animal-inspired decor to connect everything back to the safari theme.

Safari-themed Personalized Art Prints

In addition to traditional party decor, it is a great idea to use multi-purpose decorations like on-theme art prints that the parents can use to decorate the baby’s room once the shower is over. Minted offers a huge selection of safari- and animal-themed prints from independent artists around the world, many of which can be personalized to feature the baby’s name or birthdate. Here are a few of our favorites.

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Safari Baby Shower Signs

Whether you’re going full-out with safari decorations or are keeping things more simple at your shower, use signs to tie in the theme. From welcome signs, menus, and chair signs to game instructions and more , there are plenty of ways to weave your safari aesthetic across the celebration.

Welcome Signs

Minted’s selection of baby shower welcome signs all offer the perfect mix of design and readability. For a safari-inspired shower, look for welcome signs that feature illustrations of flora and fauna, and don’t be afraid to take a jungle-inspired twist on what the sign says. “Welcome Party Animals” or “Welcome to the Jungle” are cute, safari-inspired options.

• Sweet Illustrations: If you went for a storybook-inspired invitation, keep the whimsical vibe going with a welcome sign that features sweet illustrations of elephants, giraffes, and crocodiles.

Jungle shower by Jennifer Wick

• Abstract: You can still capture the safari spirit without going over the top on animal iconography. This abstract design calls to mind the colors of a safari and the shapes of nature. Just be sure to pick a colorway that matches your decor!

Rainbow Shapes by Morgan Kendall

• Jungle Greens: If you’re inspired by the lush ferns and trees of jungle safaris, pick a sign that puts them front and center. This particular style is a nice way to highlight vibrant foliage, while still keeping a minimal and clean look.

jungle edge by Amy Kross

• Cute & Playful: For another take on an abstract style, look for a sign design that features a playful take on the shapes of safari animals. This particular one is super fun — and calls to mind some of the toys the new baby is sure to receive.

Safari by Lori Wemple

Table & Menu Signs

Minted offers suites of safari and jungle-look baby shower signs featuring the same design for a cohesive look. Or, if you prefer to switch things up, you can mix and match your table and menu signs for a more eclectic vibe.

• Vibrant Floral Menu: If you’re looking to add a bit of variety to your day-of signs, go for a menu that calls to mind the bright flowers found in jungles and other tropical climates. Safaris aren’t all grasses and ferns, after all!

Watercolor Blossoms by Shannon Chen

• Classic Safari: Or, you can keep things cohesive and classic with this sweet take on the sights of a safari. This particular design is available across a range of different signs, and is a great option for a more elegant safari theme.

• Dino Deserts: You don’t have to stick to the Big 5 family of animals if you are hosting a safari-themed baby shower! Channel a safari that is more along the lines of Jurassic Park with this cute dinosaur-themed dessert table card.

Oh Boy! by Michelle Shanaman

• Abstract Watercolor: Going for a simpler sign to mark the cards and gift table is a great way to let the pile of presents the parents-to-be are sure to receive shine. The turtle colorway of this sign calls to mind the colors of the African Savannah with sweeps of khaki green, dusty earth, and sky blue.

Hello Baby Shapes by Pixel and Hank

Chair Signs

Reserve seats for the parents-to-be with sweet chair signs. This is another chance to have some fun with the safari theme, so instead of going for standard text like “Mom to Be” we’d suggest playing with phrases like “Mama Bear” or “Leader of the Pack.”

• Monochrome: If you’re going big and bold with your shower decor, keep the chair signs simple. Opt for a style that is inspired by the colors of a safari to ensure it doesn’t compete with more eye-catching centerpieces.

Whisper by Sara Hicks Malone

• Starry Sky: If “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” is one of mama’s favorite songs, go for a sweet night sky-themed chair sign as a subtle way to nod to the safari theme.

baby balloon ride by peetie design

• Elegant Script: This is another great option if you’re looking for a sign that won’t compete with the themed decor. If you’re going to use gold animal figurines or accents in your decor, go for the Snow colorway of this sign to tie it all together.

Elegant Mom by Carolyn MacLaren

• Gingham: Though gingham isn’t the first print you think of when imagining a safari theme, we think it is a sweet way to nod to the great outdoors. This works best for showers with a Savannah safari theme, and in muted colors.

Charming by Lea Delaveris

Safari Baby Shower Game Ideas

No baby shower is complete without a game or two! You can give any traditional baby shower game a safari twist, especially if you go for a baby shower activity sign with a sweet safari-inspired design. Here are a few game ideas that are sure to be crowd-pleasers.

Guess the Birthday

This is one of the most straightforward games in the book. Hang a calendar featuring the birth month up for guests, and provide stickers for them to use to guess when the baby will finally arrive. If you’re comfortable, you can mark the due date on the sign, but you don’t have to. We’d also suggest buying some safari-themed stickers for guests to use as a fun additional nod to the theme.

Tiny Human by Corinne Malesic

Diaper Raffle

Holding a diaper raffle is a fun way to say thank you to the guests who brought what a new parent needs most: diapers, diapers, and more diapers! Simply hand out raffle tickets when guests drop off their package of diapers at the beginning of the shower. Then, when you’re ready to play games, pull a winning ticket or two out of a safari hat. Bonus points if you keep your raffle prize on theme by giving the winning guest something like a potted plant that looks like it could’ve come out of the jungle.

Guess the Sex

If the parents-to-be haven’t revealed the sex of the baby (or if you are hosting a safari-themed reveal party), let guests compete to see who can guess it. If you already know the sex and the couple is comfortable sharing it at the shower, you can give any guest who guesses correctly a small favor. Again, bonus points for keeping the prizes on theme!

Woodland Baby by Vivian Yiwing

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Cakes, Food, and Drink Ideas

Your shower safari doesn’t have to stop at the decor. Your cake, food, and drinks are another opportunity for you to tie in a wild theme. Look for treats that feature animal prints or serve more traditional snacks in safari-inspired vessels.

Safari-Inspired Cakes

Animal tower.

Use a classic three-tier cake as another opportunity to display sweet gilded animal figurines. You can keep things minimal by featuring just the figurines, or add a bit more visual interest with fondant foliage and flowers.

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Bold & Boho

If you are hosting a safari baby shower with a more bohemian flair, go for a cake that is perfectly imperfect. The two-tone effect of this one is a nice way to mimic the look of a traditional tiered cake, and helps balance out a wild topper of animal figurines and leaves.

Image Source: Naked Bakes

Party Animal Cupcakes

Picking up a pack of safari animal cake toppers is a great way to make simple layered cakes or cupcakes on theme for the shower. These toppers can go with nearly any safari-shower style, but we love how they look when paired with funfetti cupcakes.

Image Source: Painted Parade

Cute Cookies

If cake isn’t your thing, opt for cookies instead! Go for a mix of sugar cookies in the shape of safari animals, jungle leaves, onesies and more for a sweet eclectic look.

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Safari snacks.

Serve your snacks in bowls that look like the huge leaves you might see while on a jungle safari. (Another option would be to serve them in bowls that look like the classic safari hat.) If you can’t find safari-inspired snacks like truffles in the shape of monkeys, don’t worry — these festive dishes will ensure everything stays on theme!

Pineapple Palm Tree

For a snack table centerpiece that is easy to DIY, go for a pineapple palm tree. Simply cut the tops off a few similarly-sized pineapples and thread them onto a dowel with a platform at the bottom. Then, top with a few faux fern leaves and a sweet safari-animal figurine!

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Refreshing Mixes

Serve a mixed drink like a virgin mojito or even water infused with fruit in a vintage-looking glass jug for a safari-inspired look. Adding natural decorations like a wooden pedestal and grass-like texture around the top of the jug will help bring the safari theme to life, as will clever puns like “Jungle Juice” or “Mirage Mimosas”

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Safari Baby Shower Favors

Say thank you to your guests in safari style with on-theme favors. As with all party favors, we suggest sticking with something your guests will use long after the due date. Whatever you choose, be sure to attach a safari-inspired gift tag , or wrap them in something like burlap to continue the theme.

Personalized Pouch

If you are hosting a more intimate shower, say thank you to your nearest and dearest by giving them a pouch personalized with their name. Minted offers pouches in a huge range of prints created by independent artists, but look for one that features safari-inspired colors or textures.

Basic by Bethania Lima

Sweet Succulents

Send guests home with something that will grow right alongside the new baby! Go for succulents to keep things easy, or you can opt for something more jungle-inspired like a snake plant or monstera.

Snacks for the Road

Create safari-themed mason jars by spray painting the lids and small animal figurines in silver or gold. Then, hot glue the figurines to the tops of the jars and fill them with treats to send your guests something sweet to snack on for days to come.

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Baby Shower Thank You Cards

In addition to sending your guests off with a favor from your shower, be sure to thank them for supporting you in this next adventure with a thoughtful thank you card. Pick a design that reminds them of the day’s safari theme and be sure to add a personalized note in each before sending them off.

When to Send Thank You Cards

A general rule of thumb is that thank you cards should go out no later than two months after the baby is born. That said, if the shower is before your due date, it’s never a bad idea to write your thank you cards before the baby arrives. That way, you can be sure you don’t let thanking anyone fall through the cracks.

Whom to Send Thank You Cards To

You should send a thank you card to anyone who attended the shower. It is also a nice gesture to send thank you cards to guests that couldn’t attend the shower but still sent your new arrival a gift.

Elephant Shower by Lori Wemple

Tips for Writing the Perfect Thank You Card

Writing the perfect thank you card is all about being thoughtful. Ask a trusted friend to take notes of who gave you what while you open gifts, and then be sure to mention how much you appreciated the specific gift a guest gave you.

• Include a general thanks for coming to the shower or sending a gift.
• Share a specific reaction to their gift or to a memory you made together at the shower.
• Wrap things up with a closing statement of appreciation.

When put all together, this could look like: “Thank you so much for attending my shower, having you celebrate this adventure with us means so much to me. I can’t wait for you to meet our new addition, I’m sure they will look so sweet in the onesie you gave us. I am so thankful to have you in my life!”

Stracciatella by Gerrie

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It's celebration time! There's a bundle of joy or two on the way, and the time is here to start planning a baby shower or sprinkle. What you don't want to forget is the beverages. You certainly don't want to bring cocktails to this party - don't leave the mom-to-be out of the fun. The solution? Mocktails! Baby shower mocktails will be a guaranteed hit. We even offer a few mocktail name suggestions. This is your one-stop-shop for all things baby mocktails. Let's get celebrating!

Cotton Candy Baby Shower Mocktail

Sparkling white grape juice or sparkling apple juice is all you need to make this fizzy and colorful mocktail.

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Ingredients

• ¼ ounce lemon juice
• Sparkling white grape juice to top off
• Cotton candy for garnish , pink or blue

Instructions

• Chill a Champagne flute .
• In the chilled glass, add lemon juice.
• Top off with sparkling white grape juice.
• Garnish with a ball of cotton candy, piercing with a skewer, careful to not let it touch the sparkling juice.

Strawberry Faux-Mojito Baby Shower Mocktail

It's tough celebrating a mom-to-be, and it's even tougher work growing a baby full-time. Rely on a refreshing strawberry fauxjito mocktail for the baby shower that you can whip up several servings of ahead of time. This recipe makes approximately 10 servings.

• 2½ cups strawberry puree
• 1¾ cups cranberry juice
• 1¼ cups ounces lime juice
• 1¼ cups mint simple syrup
• Club soda to top off
• Strawberry and mint sprig for garnish
• In a large pitcher or punch bowl, add ice, strawberry puree, cranberry juice, lime juice, and mint simple syrup.
• Stir to mix .
• Serve in highball glasses over fresh ice.
• Top off each individual serving with club soda.
• Garnish each with a strawberry and mint sprig.

Celebratory Citrus Mule Mocktail for Many

You can mix up several of these tasty mocktail mules at once without breaking a sweat or missing a single game. This recipe makes enough for four servings, but you can easily modify the amount to suit any number of servings you need.

• 1 cup grapefruit juice
• ½ cup lime juice
• ¼ cup simple syrup
• Ginger beer to top off
• Lemon wedge, and a whole strawberry OR several blueberries for garnish
• In a pitcher, add grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
• Stir to mix.
• Add 3½ ounces of mix to a rocks glass or copper mug over fresh ice.
• Top off each serving with ginger beer.
• Garnish with lemon wedges and a strawberries or blueberries.

Momosa Baby Shower Mocktail

Whether the shower falls during the brunch or dinner hour, these mimosa riffs in honor of mom are the perfect touch.

• ½ ounce orange juice
• ½ ounce pineapple juice
• Vanilla club soda to top off
• ¼ ounce grenadine
• Cherry for garnish
• Chil a Champagne flute.
• In the chilled glass, drop in the cherry, then add orange juice and pineapple juice.
• Top off with vanilla club soda.
• Slowly add grenadine, allowing it to sink.
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A Little Shirley Temple

This isn't the sugary Shirley Temple of your youth (oh, thank goodness, who has time for extra dentist appointments?), but it still tickles all the taste buds. Skip the grenadine and use blue food coloring or nonalcoholic blue curaçao syrup.

• 2 ounces white cranberry juice
• ¾ ounce grenadine OR nonalcoholic blue curaçao syrup
• ½ ounce lemon juice
• Ginger ale to top off
• In a highball glass, add ice, white cranberry juice, grenadine, and lemon juice.
• Top off with ginger ale.
• Stir gently to mix.
• Garnish with a cherry.

Preggie Punch

Think of this pregnant-friendly baby shower punch as a tropical punch, sans rum, but with plenty of celebration. Quickly make a bigger batch by multiplying how many servings you desire. Easy!

• 3 ounces pineapple juice
• 2 ounces orange juice
• 1 ounce cherry juice
• ½ ounce lime juice
• Mint sprig and orange slice for garnish
• In a cocktail shaker , add ice, pineapple juice, orange juice, cherry juice, and lime juice.
• Shake to chill.
• Strain into a highball glass over fresh ice.
• Garnish with a mint sprig and orange slice.

Sparkling Berry Baby Shower Sangria Mocktail

Sparkling white grape juice goes a long way to make a delicious sangria mocktail that won't take over the palate or stain any dresses at a baby shower.

• 4 ounces sparkling rosé grape juice
• 2 ounces white cranberry-strawberry juice
• ¾ ounce lemon juice
• Lemon slice and strawberry slices for garnish
• In a wine glass, add ice, sparkling rosé grape juice, white cranberry-strawberry juice, and lemon juice.
• Garnish with a lemon slice and strawberry slices.

Baby Shower Mocktail Names

Whether you make a mocktail recipe above, shake up your favorite mocktail recipe, or are looking for inspiration, these will have everyone awing and smiling over the names.

• Baby Moon Mocktail
• Bouncing Boys
• Giggling Girls
• Mama-to-Be-Margarita Mocktail
• Tinker Toys Mocktail
• And Baby Makes Three
• Family Fizz
• Baby Bump Highball Mocktail
• Mama's Mojito Mocktail
• Is Baby a Shirley Temple?
• Is Baby a Rob Roy?
• Baby Bellini
• Rattle and Roll Rickey Mocktail
• Tummy Time Tea
• My Fair Baby
• Million Dollar Baby Mocktail
• Peek-a-Boo Mule Mocktail
• Stork Swizzle
• Special Delivery

Cooing Over Baby Shower Mocktails

Round out the perfect baby shower with the best mocktail to celebrate, toast, and cheers the new baby. Whether you spin the mocktail blue to celebrate a bouncing boy, pink to toast to a giggling girl, or leave it a mystery, these will be the star. Second to mom, of course.

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24 Fun and Delicious Baby Shower Mocktails

While serving a bit of bubbly or wine at a baby shower is totally acceptable, isn't it nice to have some amazingly delicious nonalcoholic cocktails on hand, too? We think so! You can do a themed drink that matches the color and style of the baby shower, or maybe whip up a nonalcoholic take on the mom-to-be’s favorite drink…or simply try something totally new and festive that’ll have everyone cheering! Here, ideas to inspire: 

Cotton Candy Mocktail

These candy-pink concoctions just scream “party” and will be an especially fabulous addition to a pink, sweets, or princess themed baby shower. (PS: There’s actual cotton candy in these beauties!) 

Kombucha Mocktail

All the health benefits of kombucha—like probiotics and antioxidants—but in a fun, fizzy, and citrus-infused drink. Cheers to that!

Vanilla Fauxjito Mocktail

These creamy mocktails are rich and satisfying enough to be served as part of the dessert spread! A vegan and nonalcoholic blend of nutritious ingredients like avocado and coconut milk make it just as health-conscious as it is delish.

The Cinderella Mocktail

Here, lemon, orange, and pineapple juice mix and mingle with ginger ale and grenadine, to make a delightful beverage.

Lemon Blackberry Fizz Mocktail

Festive, pretty, and bubbly? Yes, please! It doesn’t get better than that in the world of mocktails. (Can you guess the secret flowery ingredient?)

Margarita Mocktail

This crowd pleaser of a mocktail pairs perfectly with a “Taco ’Bout a Baby” theme baby shower—and will wow any guest who loves a tart taste.

Lime Rickey Mocktail

Super refreshing, light, and tangy, this vintage-feeling, muddled lime mocktail is a delightful addition to any baby shower.

Strawberry Mojito Mocktail

Any summer or spring baby shower would be enhanced by this “berry” satisfying blast of strawberry and mint goodness. 

Spiced Apple Mocktail

Planning a fall fete ? Then there’s nothing better than this spiced apple mocktail with seasonal garnish for your autumn baby shower. ( Psst: The spicy ginger syrup levels-up this tasty treat!)

Vanilla Plum Shrub Mocktail  

This artisan, alcohol-free flavor-blast can easily compete with the best cocktails around. It takes about 30 minutes to prep and mix, but is well worth the effort. PS: A shrub is cocktail-speak for a drink that gets its kick from vinegar instead of liquor. Sounds crazy, but it’s delicious! 

Honey Roasted Pear Sparkler Mocktail

If boho baby showers had a signature drink, this would be it! From the aesthetic to the blend of flavors, any hipster mama-to-be and her crew will adore these drinks.

Rose Lemon Spritzer Mocktail

Could there be a more perfect mocktail for a Baby in Bloom baby shower? This one features the subtle botanical flavor of rose water, plus fresh blossoms as garnish. Swoon!

Coconut Cooler Mocktail

Coolly coordinated with a winter-white baby shower or a tropical themed shower, this rich, creamy, and coconutty mocktail hits the spot.

Virgin Mary Mocktail

Throwing a breakfast or brunch shower? Well, here’s the drink for you! This nonalcoholic spin on the classic bloody mary is almost effortless…and always pitch-perfect.

Hibiscus Vanilla Mocktail

An ice-cold, sweet and creamy, Thai-style iced tea is just what an afternoon baby shower needs! For this lip-smacking mocktail, you can go ahead and brew and chill the hibiscus tea ahead of time. Just have some cold coconut milk and sprigs of mint on hand day-of to complete this yummy mocktail!

Blueberry Ginger Mockta il

While blueberry and ginger might be a surprising pairing, these flavors work beautifully together. A cinnamon stick garnish makes this mocktail festive for a fall or winter baby shower. But the ginger and berries give off warmer weather vibes, making this the perfect mocktail for any time of year!

Tea Tini Mocktail

If you’re hosting a tea party baby shower or Southern-style baby shower picnic, try this nonalcoholic spin on the tea tini (aka a vodka spiked ice tea), courtesy of Trisha Yearwood. Delicious!

Grapefruit Lime Spritze r Mocktail

Almost too pretty to sip…but you and your baby shower guests won’t be able to resist! This citrusy, bubbly mocktail brimming with grapefruit Italian soda will be a hit at any elegant baby shower.

Orange Moscow Mule Mocktail  

Do you need the signature copper cups to serve Moscow mule mocktails at your baby shower? No. Will this mocktail somehow taste more delicious in one? You bet!  

Grape and Coconut Mocktail

Remember the ultra-purple, stains-your-lips grape juice you loved as a kid? This mocktail is like that…only more sophisticated and more delicious! These are best made in autumn, when Concord grapes are in season.

Lemon Ginger Turmeric Mocktail

Who says shots and baby showers don’t mix? It’s guaranteed that your baby shower guests will love these five-ingredient citrusy, spicy, and (yes!) healthy mocktails.

Rhubarb Shrub Mocktail

This decidedly unique mocktail only requires three ingredients: rhubarb, sugar, and vinegar. Can’t get your hands on rhubarb? No worries. Berries, stone fruit, and tropical fruit all work great, too.

Citrus Sage Tonic Mocktail

If mom-to-be and the shower guests are gin and tonic fans, consider serving up this unique sage and citrus version. They’re chic and refreshing…and sure to be a hit!

Chasing Summer Mocktail

You want to blow your baby shower guests away? Then serve them this delectable mix of passionfruit, chai sun tea, and balsamic vinegar. Can’t imagine how this would taste? Think: Citrus meets carmel…that keeps you wanting more!  

About Jenny Studenroth Gerson

Jenny Studenroth Gerson is an Atlanta-based lifestyle journalist and novelist ( Let Me Let You Go , 2020). Her work can be seen in publications including HuffPost, Cosmo, and WSJ, among many others. Jenny has researched thousands of baby names, combed through hundreds of nursery designs, and curated dozens of baby shower guides, making her absolutely the mom—and writer—you want to talk to when planning for Baby. When not meeting deadlines, she is chasing toddlers or chugging coffee—or both! Find her on Instagram @ourlifeinrosegold for mom hacks and more.

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