70+ DIY Baby Shower Games on a Budget

Planning a baby shower should be exciting, not stressful—and definitely not expensive! 🎊 With the right DIY baby shower games, you can create a memorable, laughter-filled event without spending a fortune. Whether you’re hosting a traditional ladies’ luncheon, a co-ed celebration, or even a virtual shower, these budget-friendly ideas will keep guests entertained while adding a personal touch to the party.

70+ Adorable DIY Baby Shower Games That Won’t Break the Bank

From classic favorites to unique twists, we’ve compiled 70+ affordable baby shower games that require minimal supplies, are easy to organize, and guarantee loads of fun. Plus, many of these games double as keepsakes for the mom-to-be, making them extra special. Ready to plan the perfect baby shower on a budget? Let’s dive in! 💝

🎯 Classic Baby Shower Games (Timeless & Easy!)

These traditional games are always a hit and require little to no preparation.

1. Guess the Baby Food – Remove labels from baby food jars; guests taste and guess the flavors.
2. Diaper Derby – Teams race to diaper a doll the fastest (bonus points for creativity!).
3. Baby Bingo – Customize bingo cards with baby-related terms like “pacifier” or “onesie.”
4. Don’t Say “Baby” – Give guests clothespins; if someone says “baby,” they lose one.
5. The Price Is Right (Baby Edition) – Guess the cost of diapers, bottles, and other baby essentials.
6. Baby Word Scramble – Unscramble jumbled baby-related words (e.g., “fipacire” = “pacifier”).

   

7. Baby Trivia – Fun facts about babies, parenting, or the mom-to-be’s pregnancy.
8. Baby Charades – Act out baby-related phrases like “midnight diaper change.”
9. Baby Bottle Chug – Guests race to drink juice from a baby bottle—hilarious to watch!
10. Baby Name Race – Who can list the most baby names in 1 minute?

🎨 Creative & Crafty Games (Perfect for Keepsakes!)

These activities double as adorable mementos for the parents-to-be.

11. Decorate a Onesie – Provide plain onesies and fabric markers for guests to design.
12. DIY Baby Block Painting – Wooden blocks + paint = a cute nursery decoration.
13. Wishes for Baby – Guests write sweet notes in a scrapbook for the baby to read later.
14. Design a Baby Bib – Fabric paint + plain bibs = personalized keepsakes.
15. Memory Jar – Guests jot down parenting advice or funny memories for the parents.

    

16. Baby Time Capsule – Notes, small trinkets, and predictions to open on baby’s 1st birthday.
17. Guess the Baby Photo – Guests bring childhood photos; others guess who’s who.
18. Baby Handprint Art – Non-toxic ink for tiny handprints on a canvas.
19. Diaper Raffle – Guests bring diapers for a chance to win a prize (great for stockpiling!).
20. Baby Story Chain – Each guest adds a sentence to create a funny, collaborative baby tale.

🎲 Interactive & Hilarious Games (Guaranteed Laughs!)

These games will have everyone laughing and bonding.

21. Baby Pictionary – Draw baby-related items (like “stroller” or “binky”) against the clock.
22. Baby Karaoke – Sing nursery rhymes with a funny twist (opera style, perhaps?).
23. Baby Emoji Quiz – Guess phrases like “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” from emojis. 🌟🎶
24. Pacifier Pass – Pass a pacifier using only straws (no hands allowed—chaos ensues!).
25. Baby Bottle Bowling – Fill plastic bottles with rice; use a small ball to knock them down.
26. Melt the Ice Baby – Freeze tiny toys in ice cubes; first to free them wins.
27. Baby Scavenger Hunt – Hide baby items around the house for guests to find.

    

28. Blindfolded Diaper Change – Guests diaper a doll while blindfolded (hysterical results!).
29. Baby Song Lyrics – Fill in the blanks of popular lullabies.
30. Baby Toss – Toss rolled-up diapers into a laundry basket for points.

🍼 Budget-Friendly Minute-to-Win-It Games (Fast & Fun!)

Quick, high-energy games that keep the party lively.

31. Pacifier Suction Challenge – Stick pacifiers to a plate using only suction.

    

32. Baby Sock Match-Up – Pair tiny socks while blindfolded (easier said than done!).
33. Bubble Wrap “Labor Pains” – Who can pop a sheet of bubble wrap the fastest?
34. Diaper Stacking Challenge – Build the tallest diaper tower in 60 seconds.
35. Baby Block Jenga – Stack and topple wooden blocks without knocking them over.
36. Clothespin Drop – Drop clothespins into a bottle one-handed.
37. Baby Spoon Relay – Balance a small ball on a spoon while speed-walking.
38. Ping Pong Baby Toss – Bounce ping pong balls into cups.
39. Baby Food Guessing Game – Smell unlabeled baby food and guess the flavor.
40. Quick-Draw Diapering – Fastest to put a diaper on a balloon without popping it wins!

💡 Unique & Themed Games (Stand Out from the Crowd!)

These creative twists on classic games add a fresh vibe to the shower.

41. “What’s in Your Purse?” Baby Edition – Award points for baby items (pacifiers, wipes, etc.).
42. “Name That Lullaby” – Play short clips of nursery rhymes; first to guess wins.
43. “Baby Movie Quotes” – Guess films with famous baby scenes (e.g., Three Men and a Baby).
44. “Baby Animal Match” – Link baby animals (calf, foal) to their parents (cow, horse).
45. “Celebrity Baby Names” – Guess which stars named their kids Apple, North, or Bear.

    

46. “Baby Item Memory Test” – Display 10 baby items, then have guests recall them.
47. “Baby ABCs” – Name baby-related items for each letter (A = apple sauce, B = bib).
48. “Guess the Baby Item” – Feel objects inside a bag and guess what they are.
49. “Baby Mad Libs” – Fill in the blanks of a funny parenting story.
50. “Baby Emoji Story” – Create a story using only emojis (👶 + 🛁 = “baby bath time”).

🎁 Prize-Worthy Games (With Cheap but Fun Rewards!)

51. Best Baby Advice – Vote for the most useful parenting tip.
    
52. Most Creative Onesie Design – Award a small prize for the best artwork.
53. Fastest Diaper Changer – Crown the speediest guest (stopwatch required!).
54. Funniest Baby Face – Who can make the silliest baby expression?
55. Best Baby Dance – Nursery rhyme dance-off (think “Itsy Bitsy Spider” with flair!).
56. Guess the Baby’s Birth Stats – Closest to weight, length, and birth time wins.
57. Baby Karaoke Champion – Best performance of a lullaby gets a prize.
58. Scavenger Hunt Winner – First to complete the list gets a gift card.
59. Best Baby Photo Recreation – Guests mimic childhood pics—most accurate wins!
60. Most Accurate Baby Food Guesser – Reward the top taster with candy or a small gift.

🎉 Virtual Baby Shower Games (Perfect for Online Parties!)

61. Baby-Themed Kahoot Quiz – Interactive trivia with custom questions.
62. Virtual Baby Scavenger Hunt – Find baby items at home (bottles, diapers, etc.).
63. Zoom Background Contest – Best baby-themed virtual background wins.
64. Online Baby Pictionary – Use drawing apps like Skribbl.io.
65. Guess the Baby Poll – Vote on potential baby names.
66. Emoji Baby Story – Collaborative storytelling using only emojis.
67. Virtual Diaper Raffle – E-gift cards for winners who donate diapers.
68. Baby Song Name That Tune – Play short clips of lullabies.
69. Digital Memory Book – Shared Google Doc for guests to leave wishes.
70. Online Baby Bingo – Virtual bingo cards with baby terms.

Bonus: Extra Fun Add-Ons!

71. Baby Bottle Ring Toss – Toss rings onto bottle nipples.
72. Baby Photo Booth Props – DIY mustaches, pacifiers, and baby-themed signs.
73. “Rock the Baby” Musical Chairs – Hold a doll instead of sitting.
74. Baby Word Search – Printable puzzles with baby-related words.
75. Baby-Themed Would You Rather – Funny dilemmas (“Would you rather change 10 poopy diapers or get no sleep for a week?”).

With these 70+ budget-friendly DIY baby shower games, you can host an unforgettable celebration without overspending! 🎀 Here are a few extra tips to make your party even better:

✅ Repurpose Household Items – Use empty bottles, diapers, and baby socks for games.
✅ Thrift Store Finds – Grab cheap baby items (bottles, toys) for game props.
✅ Digital Invites – Save money on paper invites with free e-vites.
✅ Potluck Style – Ask guests to bring a dish to share.
✅ DIY Decor – Use balloons, streamers, and printable banners for cheap decor.

Which game are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments! 👇💬