You will need to think about what decorations you want for the party. You will also need to consider a timetable for what you have planned, games to play,baby shower favors, and what food you will serve.

The baby shower cake will probably be in the center of the table. You cannot just go get any cake from the local store and expect to use it as the baby shower cake.

A finer choice would be for one of your friends to bake the baby shower cake. If you do this then you will be assured that the cake can be used as a table centerpiece which matches the theme that you have created.

It is ok to preorder the cake only if you discuss and give them ample time to prepare the cake. You need to let them know the theme of the baby shower party and what you want your cake to look like.

If you know how to bake and have used cookbooks before, it is better to create the cake yourself. Have fun and create your own design. Your friends will probably be glad to help. Remember, it is also less expensive.

Look for trusted recipes when preparing or designing the baby shower cake. You need to consider what flavor you want for the baby shower cake.

Nursery items are usually the main theme of baby shower cakes. These are baby-shaped, flowers, animals, toys, butterflies and other kid things. The icing colors that most people prefer are blue, pink, yellow, green and white.

If you have setup the baby shower after the baby was born, you can request for the baby’s picture and have an experienced cake decorator use the baby’s picture to make an edible cake design.

You can use diapers in your baby shower cake design. You heard that right – diapers. Now you know the guests are not meant to enjoy this cake. Of Course, the mom will most surely appreciate it if there is already diapers ready for the baby.

If you want to create a diaper cake, then you will need to carefully stack rolled diapers into a few layers (a good idea is three layers). To keep the diapers together you may use ribbons and laces. However, the diapers can get distorted if you tie them too securely so be careful. If that happens the diapers will be no good and will just be thrown in the trash.

You can put the diaper cake as the table centerpiece. If you still like a real cake for the baby shower, you can have a simple cake made at the bakeshop.

After you setup the table centerpiece, have some great baby shower food ready for your guests. Snacks, desserts, punches and tea are what is usually served. Some grilled foods is a good suggestion, if you have invited some male guests. The dads can talk and have a good time while grilling. By doing this you can get everyone involved in welcoming the new member of the family.