Baby showers are about new beginnings, family, and friends. But the rules for hosting a successful event have changed drastically. Today, almost anyone close to the new mother can host the shower, and guests can include men, children, or even pets. So how do you go about throwing a great party and pleasing an assorted crowd?

The Everything Baby Shower Book is the perfect reference for planning a shower. Using clever tricks and tips, shower givers will be able to throw a terrific shower that suits the budget, personality, and schedule, with the minimum of expense and fuss. There are all sorts of great ideas, tips, secrets, helpful hints and planning tools, including dozens of handy checklists—whether it's how to track her gifts or a shopping list for the grocery store. Most important, there are more pre-made sample party ideas than in any other baby shower book on the market. From making all the arrangements, to deciding how much food to serve, and what colors to use in decorating the location, this Everything book really does have it all!