As a baby shower guest, you might be excited to participate in some games on the agenda. Unfortunately, not all baby shower games are enjoyable, and some can be awkward or dull. If you’re planning a party for a special someone, we suggest that you steer clear of the five worst baby shower games worth avoiding.
Guess the Size of the Belly
As the days are dwindling and the mom-to-be is in her third trimester, she may not feel physically and emotionally comfortable. Thus, a game that puts her in the spotlight while guessing how big she is can be a recipe for disaster.
Although the game may seem harmless to celebrate her growing bump, it can be unpleasant for some women and is potentially embarrassing or demeaning. This situation has no real winners, even if you guess it right on the nose. Any baby shower game guide should alert you to keep the tape measure at home will suggest games that are more fun for everyone.
Drink From a Baby Bottle
Back in college, a drinking contest may have been right up your alley. Now, with those days in the rearview mirror, it may be beneath you—particularly if it’s going down the hatch via a baby bottle.
This game involves filling baby bottles with juice or soda and having guests race to finish the drink first. While this game may seem funny or entertaining, it can be uncomfortable for guests who don’t want to look foolish in front of others.
Dirty Diaper Game
Numerous dirty diapers come with having a new baby, especially in the beginning. Thus, seeing and fiddling with a faux dirty diaper beforehand might not be in the mother’s best interest.
This game involves guests trying to identify a smeared candy bar on a diaper to make it look dirty. Even in this context, others may not want to deal with the unpleasant sight mimicking a soiled diaper. If the classic 1980s comedy Caddyshack taught us anything, a candy bar masquerading as feces is still extremely repulsive.
Baby Food Tasting
Taste tests can be a hoot when sampling things that taste delicious and are kind to your palate. Baby food, however, is anything but that. A spoonful of peas is icky enough, but it isn’t very good in baby food form. Instead, keep the baby food away and go with a more optimal brunch setup for tickling your tastebuds.
Pin the Sperm on the Egg
We’re pretty sure all you need to know about this game is its name and why it shouldn’t be at a baby shower. This goofy twist on the classic “Pin the Tail on the Donkey” involves blindfolding guests and having them try to pin a paper sperm onto a poster of an egg. This last entry in our five worst baby shower games to avoid is awkward and inappropriate; everyone wants to think about the new baby but not necessarily how it came into being.
While baby shower games can be entertaining and enjoyable, it’s important to consider everyone’s comfort levels and avoid games that could be potentially embarrassing or uncomfortable. Next time you host a baby shower for a friend or family member, suggest some more inclusive and fun games that celebrate impending parenthood and all the joys that come with it.
