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If you are organizing a baby shower for a friend there is an entire list of points you must nail down before the celebration. A shower may seem to be a simple affair, however if expect the party to be a big success there are certain points you must be sure to plan for.

Determine a fitting party location.

If the event is to be a shock you shouldn't plan to have it at the residence of the mom to be. You will have to be certain that the location is large enough to accommodate all the guests, without being too formal. Mostly these celebrations are just a group of friends assembling, so it is often nicer to be able to unwind in someone's house or yard than have to be on your best behavior in a restaurant. It's cheaper too. Of course, you may need extra supplies or seating.

Get the centrepieces organized.

You can have pink or blue themed centerpieces if you know which sex the baby is going to be, or you can also pick other neutral colors that can still work within a baby topic. You can get ceiling streamers with baby or animal shapes cut out of them, or balloons with storks printed on them or a whole host of other arrangements ranging from humorous and tacky to classy and pricey.

Supply some nosh.

Be sure that there is some kind of meal for your guests. Even if you are doing the party on a tight budget you will need to organize some snacks. Make sure you check if anyone has food allergies, and if children are attending you will require child pleasant foods as well. You will also need drinks. Determine if you feel it is right to serve alcohol when the mom to be won't be able to partake.

Be certain there is a safe area for infants to play, if parents with youngsters are on the guest list.

If you don't do this then you will have to be eternally checking that the kids aren't' getting in to trouble or toying with things they shouldn't be.

Put together a gift list.

If you circulate a present list, once you determine which people are coming, then you will be certain that the mother to be won't get lots of related gifts. If you know there are things she needs, then make sure you have these on the list. Or, recommend that she organize a registry. Do your best to make sure there are low-cost options as well so some guests don't feel that they have to purchase something that is more expensive than they want or can afford.

Don't forget to mail out the invitations well in advance!

If you don't let people know when the party is then all your efforts will be for nothing! Or, some may have already made other plans. If you send composed invites guests are considerably more likely to remember to come to the event than if you just mention it in person or make a call. They will have a penned reminder that they can put in a memorable place in their home so that they don't forget to come!

Lastly, have a good time! A baby shower is a joyous occasion so be prepared, but don't stress!