The type of food that is served mainly depends on the time of day. If the party is early, afternoon, snacks, cake, punch and finger foods will be fine. If the party is late afternoon or evening, you should plan on having a more substantial type of food. Whatever food you decide on, make sure it is healthy for the expecting mother. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, undercooked meats, chocolate, and foods that contain raw eggs, like homemade ice cream.
Games can be a great way to have fun but can also be boring.
Pick the games carefully and if you are unsure, ask the mother to be. You should suggest people bring gifts that are useful to the parents or gifts that will help the mother and father remember the first years of their baby's life. If you know the baby's sex, be sure to include this on the invitation, so guests can bring the appropriate gift. As the date of the shower gets closer, you should double check all your arrangements. Check reservations, food and decoration preparations.