No Cheesy Games: 10 Fun Activities for a Co-Ed Baby Shower Everyone Will Love

One of the best ways to engage guests is with activities that have a tangible, heartfelt outcome. These stations allow guests to channel their creativity into making something special and useful for the baby, providing a beautiful alternative to a guest book and a lasting reminder of the love that surrounded them before their arrival.

1. The Onesie & Bib Decorating Station

This is a classic for a reason—it’s creative, practical, and fun for all skill levels. Instead of a blank canvas, you’re giving guests a tiny, adorable canvas.

• The Setup: Set up a table with pre-washed, plain white onesies and bibs in various sizes (newborn, 0-3 months, 3-6 months). Provide non-toxic fabric markers, fabric paint pens, and simple stencils (think animals, letters, and shapes). Crucially, place a piece of cardboard inside each onesie to prevent bleed-through.
• Why It Works: It’s a low-pressure creative outlet. Guests can draw, write a funny quote, or simply sign their name. The parents-to-be leave with a collection of unique, custom-made outfits for their little one, each attached to a memory of a friend or family member. It’s a fantastic icebreaker as guests gather around the table and chat while they create.

2. Alphabet & Art Blocks Station

Help build the baby’s first toy collection with a set of personalized wooden blocks. This activity has a beautiful, heirloom quality that parents will treasure for years.

• The Setup: Purchase a set of plain, unfinished wooden blocks online. Ensure they are sanded smooth and safe for a baby. Provide non-toxic, water-based acrylic paints or permanent markers in a variety of colors. Guests can decorate a block with a letter of the alphabet, a number, or a simple drawing (a star, a heart, an animal).
• Why It Works: It’s a collaborative project that results in a beautiful, one-of-a-kind toy. It doesn’t require immense artistic talent, and seeing the full set come together at the end is incredibly satisfying for everyone. These blocks are not just toys; they are tiny pieces of art from the family’s ‘village’.

3. A Library of Love: Book Instead of a Card

This isn’t a game, but an overarching theme that creates a beautiful, interactive moment. Instead of a traditional greeting card, ask each guest to bring their favorite children’s book and write a personal inscription on the inside cover.

• The Setup: Include the request in the invitation: ‘One small request that won’t be hard, please bring a book instead of a card. By signing your name, we’ll remember and share your special gift, even when you’re not there.’ Set up a designated table or bookshelf at the shower for guests to place their books.
• Why It Works: This activity builds the baby’s first library with meaningful stories chosen by loved ones. It’s a gift that keeps on giving through years of bedtime stories. During the shower, guests can enjoy looking through the different books and reading the heartfelt messages left by others.

The key to successful co-ed shower games is to make them about connection and shared laughter, not awkwardness. These activities encourage mingling and friendly competition in a way that feels natural and genuinely entertaining.

4. ‘Who Knows the Parents Best?’ Trivia

This game puts the focus squarely on the guests of honor. It’s a fantastic way for different friend groups and family members to learn more about the couple they’re celebrating.

• The Setup: Before the shower, prepare a list of 15-20 trivia questions about the parents-to-be. Include questions about their childhoods, how they met, their pet peeves, pregnancy cravings, and funny anecdotes. You can create printed quizzes or use a free online tool like Kahoot! for a modern, interactive game show feel.
• Why It Works: It’s personal, engaging, and sparks conversation. Guests will love sharing stories related to the answers, and the couple will enjoy seeing who really knows them best. Award a small, fun prize to the winner or winning team.

5. The Diaper Raffle: The Only ‘Diaper Game’ You Need

This is less of a game and more of a brilliantly practical incentive. It’s a win-win: guests have a chance to win a great prize, and the parents-to-be receive a stockpile of one of their most-needed items.

• The Setup: Mention the raffle on the invitation: ‘Bring a pack of diapers (any size) to be entered into a raffle for a fabulous prize!’ Have a designated table for the diapers and a bowl for guests to drop their names in.
• Why It Works: It’s incredibly low-effort for guests and immensely helpful for the parents. It bypasses the ‘game’ feeling entirely, framing it as a simple, optional contribution with a fun reward. The prize should be something desirable for any adult, like a nice bottle of wine, a gift certificate to a local restaurant, or a curated coffee basket.

6. Baby Predictions & Advice Coasters

Combine a fun guessing game with heartfelt advice. This activity provides a space for guests to share wisdom and make fun predictions about the new arrival.

• The Setup: Design and print simple cards or purchase pre-made ones that have prompts like: ‘I hope you learn…’, ‘I hope you love…’, ‘My advice for your parents is…’. Include spaces for guests to guess the baby’s date of birth, weight, length, and eye color. You can even use plain drink coasters and sharpies for a more casual feel.
• Why It Works: It’s a quiet, individual activity that guests can complete at their leisure. The parents-to-be get a wonderful keepsake filled with loving words and funny guesses to read after the party. You can announce the ‘winner’ after the baby is born, sending them a small prize in the mail.

A little action can liven up any party. These hands-on activities are hilarious to watch and participate in, providing fantastic photo opportunities and breaking up the flow of conversation and gift-opening.

7. Blindfolded Diaper Changing Challenge

This is a classic that, when done right, is hilarious for a co-ed crowd. The key is to use baby dolls, keep it fast-paced, and lean into the absurdity.

• The Setup: You’ll need two baby dolls, two blindfolds, and a stack of newborn diapers. Have two contestants (or two teams of two) race against each other to see who can successfully diaper the doll first while blindfolded.
• Why It Works: It’s a great equalizer—no one is good at this at first! It’s especially funny watching overconfident friends or the dad-to-be fumble with the diaper tabs. The short, high-energy rounds keep everyone entertained and cheering for their favorite contestant.

8. Baby Food ‘Gourmet’ Tasting

Instead of the gross-out version, elevate this game. Challenge your guests to identify the ingredients in gourmet, organic baby food pouches. It’s more of a ‘palate challenge’ than a dare.

• The Setup: Purchase 5-7 interesting baby food purées (e.g., pear & spinach, banana & pumpkin, sweet potato & rosemary). Squeeze a small amount of each into a numbered cup. Provide tasting spoons and answer sheets where guests can write down their guesses for the primary ingredients.
• Why It Works: It’s surprisingly difficult and leads to funny discussions about flavors. By using high-quality, interesting blends, it feels more like a wine or cheese tasting than a punishment. It’s a sensory game that engages guests in a unique way.

9. Don’t Say ‘Baby’!

This is a simple, all-day game that keeps guests on their toes. It encourages them to get creative with their language and adds a light layer of competition throughout the event.

• The Setup: As each guest arrives, give them a clothespin or a diaper pin to wear on their shirt. Explain that they are not allowed to say the word ‘baby’. If anyone hears another guest say the forbidden word, they can steal that person’s pin.
• Why It Works: It’s an easy, passive game that runs in the background of the party. The person with the most pins at the end of the shower wins a prize. It’s amusing to watch people try to talk around the word, leading to some very creative sentences.

10. The Price is Right: Baby Edition

Tap into a bit of nostalgic game show fun. This activity is practical, informative (especially for non-parents), and sparks some fun debate.

• The Setup: Purchase 8-10 common baby items (e.g., a package of diapers, diaper cream, a pacifier, a bottle, baby shampoo, gripe water). Display them on a table. Guests must write down their best guess for the retail price of each item. The person who guesses the closest to the actual total retail cost without going over wins.
• Why It Works: It’s a reality check for many guests on the cost of baby supplies and a fun way to ‘gift’ the parents-to-be a basket of essential items. The reveal of the prices always gets a big reaction from the crowd.