Nesting Parties: The Baby Shower Alternative New Mums Love
- thenightfeedpodcast
- Sep 3
- 2 min read
If you’re anything like me, pregnancy comes with a million emotions; excitement, nerves, exhaustion, and that overwhelming feeling that there’s just so much to do before baby arrives.
That’s why I can see how nesting parties are becoming a thing. It's a new trend that’s quickly replacing the traditional baby shower. And honestly? I think it’s exactly what new mums need.
What is a Nesting Party?
A nesting party is basically a modern twist on the baby shower. Instead of just gathering for gifts and games, your closest friends and family come together to help you prepare for life with a newborn. Think:
Putting together the cot and pram
Prepping freezer meals for those hazy first weeks
Washing and folding baby clothes (and maybe even the mountain of muslins!)
Organising nappies, wipes, and all those little essentials
It’s less about balloons and ribbons, and more about real support for mums-to-be.
Why Nesting Parties Make More Sense Than Baby Showers
They're all about practical help:
Less stress, more support: No games, just genuine help that lightens the load.
Community over consumerism: Guests bring a meal, lend a hand, or share advice instead of buying gifts.
Postpartum prep: Knowing you’ve got meals in the freezer and a ready-to-go nursery does wonders for calming those late-night worries.
And the best part? Nesting parties make partners feel included too, since it’s hands-on and practical.
How to Host Your Own Nesting Party
If this sounds like your vibe, here are some tips for planning one:
Keep it small: invite just your closest circle who won’t mind folding laundry or scrubbing bottles.
Make a list: write down the jobs that would actually help you (assembling furniture, cooking, organising). People want to know how to support you!
Share the food love: ask each guest to bring one freezer-friendly meal. Your future sleep-deprived self will thank you.
Mix fun with function: play music, have snacks, laugh together while ticking things off your to-do list. It still feels like a celebration, just with a purpose.
Why Every Mum Deserves a Nesting Party
Motherhood is beautiful, but it’s also messy and hard. Having a village to lean on, even just for an afternoon, makes all the difference. Nesting parties are more than just a trend; they’re a way for friends and family to show up in a way that really matters.
So if you’re expecting (or have a pregnant friend), forget the endless nappy cakes and Pinterest-perfect showers. Try a nesting party instead. I promise your heart (and your postpartum self) will be so grateful 🤍
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