Baby Shower Invitation Wording Examples
Baby shower wording is usually hosted by someone other than the parents-to-be, traditionally a close friend or family member, which changes the phrasing slightly from a party you're hosting yourself. Here's wording for the most common formats.
Traditional (hosted by a friend or family member)
Traditional
Please join us for a
Baby Shower honoring
Sarah Mitchell
Sunday, April 26 · 2:00 PM
The Conservatory
Hosted by Emily Carter
Kindly RSVP by April 19
Gender-neutral wording
Gender-neutral
A little one is on the way!
Join us to celebrate Baby Reyes
Saturday, May 10 · 1:00 PM
Willow Tea Garden
Registry: [link]
Co-ed and "diaper party" wording
Co-ed
It's a Baby-Q! 🍼🔥
Join us to celebrate Mike & Priya's baby boy
Grilling, drinks, and diapers welcome
Saturday, May 10 · 3:00 PM
Backyard BBQ at the Sharma House
Bring your favorite size diapers if you're able. All sizes needed!
"Diaper party" wording, asking guests to bring diapers instead of or alongside registry gifts, has become common for co-ed and casual showers. It's considered practical rather than presumptuous, as long as it's phrased as a suggestion ("if you're able") rather than a requirement.
What to include beyond the core details
- Registry link: a tappable link is standard on digital invitations. On paper it traditionally goes on a separate insert, not the invitation itself.
- Theme, if there is one, such as safari, storybook, or "sprinkle" for a second baby: helps guests coordinate gifts and, if relevant, outfits.
- Dietary note prompt: if you're serving a meal, a simple RSVP field for allergies or preferences avoids last-minute surprises.
- Who's invited: "ladies only," "co-ed," or open. Stating it explicitly avoids an awkward guess for invited guests.
One practical note for showers specifically: because showers are often planned six to ten weeks before a due date that can shift, a digital invitation's ability to update the date or venue after sending, without needing to re-mail anything, is genuinely useful, not just a nice-to-have.
Frequently asked
Who should be listed as the host on a baby shower invitation?
Traditionally, someone other than the parents-to-be, usually a close friend or family member, is listed as the host, since it's considered impolite for expecting parents to host their own shower. This convention has relaxed for co-ed and casual showers, where parents-to-be co-hosting is now common.
Is it okay to put a registry link directly on the invitation?
On a digital invitation, yes. A tappable registry link is standard and expected. On a printed invitation, traditional etiquette still prefers a separate insert card rather than printing registry details on the invitation itself.