What Is a Baby Shower?

This tradition, which gained popularity in the 1940s and 1950s during the postwar baby boom, gives you and the expectant parents' community of close friends and family a chance to celebrate new beginnings, exchange parenting tips, and help make a dent in the haul of essentials that they’ll need once baby arrives.

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As you get closer to baby’s arrival, you’re probably starting to think more and more about throwing a baby shower to commemorate this important milestone. Friends, family, and loved ones come together to celebrate the expecting parents and their expanding family during this special time. 　

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Planning the ultimate baby shower comes with lots of boxes to tick. While chances are high that a loved one is planning your shower for you, one thing you'll likely need to do on your own is hunt down the perfect outfit for the event. While it can definitely be fun to shop for a look that's suited for the occasion, it can also be an undertaking. Finding an outfit that’s special enough for your gathering and comfortably fits your growing bump can be tricky.

How to pick the best baby shower dress?

All eyes are on you for your baby shower — and you get to set the tone. Here are some things to consider if you've decided to wear a dress to your celebration:

• Personal style: Are you throwing a casual, backyard shower or opting for a more formal party? Either way, baby shower dresses come in a wide range of styles — from sultry slip dresses to oversized smock dresses, there’s sure to be a style that matches your aesthetic.
• Comfortable material: Choose a dress made of comfy material, such as rayon or cotton, as you may be standing for several hours (or, at the very least, sitting in a chair). You can feel less constrained if they are made of spandex or another elastic material.
• Fitted silhouette: For the day of your baby shower, you should go for the silhouette that makes you feel the most comfortable. While some women lean toward pink or blue hues, others like a summery white or classic black style. If you're looking for more coverage around the arms, opt for a pretty sleeve. Comfortably adding definition and form over your bump is possible with an empire or elastic waist.

Congratulations, Mama-to-be! Celebrate this new chapter in life with your closest loved ones during your baby shower. Sliding out of maternity leggings and into a dress that makes you feel confident and joyful is the ideal approach to start the celebration on your big day.