If you’ve been nominated to be the hostess of a baby shower, you have many tasks to complete. From the shower theme to the decorations to the food, you have many responsibilities - which also mean many opportunities to be creative. One important component of a baby shower is the games.

Many guests look forward to this part of the event. Games are also a fantastic way to encourage guests to have fun. Baby showers often feature a range of fun games to get the party rolling and encourage guests to mingle.

One eternally popular game is Baby Shower Bingo. It is simple, everyone knows how to play it and it’s a great crowd-pleaser. It is sure to get the competitive guests amped up. Baby shower Bingo is also a perfect option for the host, as it is easy to plan, is inexpensive and will keep guests entertained for quite some time.

Baby Shower Bingo does not require expensive materials or aids. Simply rustle up some cards and some markers. These can be found at party planning stores or you can rent them from an agency. Alternatively, ask around and you may be able to borrow some from friends. Consider the shower’s color scheme or the gender of the baby when choosing marker colors.

Opt for traditional pinks and blues or be different and try browns, greens or yellows. If you’re feeling extra creative, you could even decorate the markers with baby symbols or be totally unique and do away with the traditional markers; why not use baby toys instead? Browse a few different stores to find the best options and prices for materials.

A little creativity goes a long way when thinking about baby shower games. Think back to childhood parties and all of the fun and silly games you played. These would be perfect to add to the baby shower itinerary. Basically any game that is going to get guests laughing is ideal. After all, the baby shower is meant to be a fun celebration. Bingo is the perfect choice to suit everyone and will ensure your guests have a great time.