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Ready, Set, Draw!

A New Game for the Baby Shower

By Donna Smith

Could you draw "amniocentesis"? How about a bouncy seat? And how in the world would you draw "bonding"? Guests and the mom-to-be will have a ball trying to figure it out when they're playing Baby Draw, a unique new baby shower game.

Similar to Pictionary (only a lot cuter!), each team tries to draw the item on the card they pick before the one-minute timer runs out. Each item has a point value based on the difficulty. All the host needs to provide are pencils and paper – cards, timer and full instructions are all in the box!

What a great way to break the ice and liven up a baby shower. But don't let the fun stop there! The game can be played again and again and can even help get the family more involved. Older children will enjoy learning more about what items are needed for their new brother and sister (though it may be a good idea to remove more technical cards such as "amniocentesis," "epidural" and "contractions"). Can you imagine the giggles when it's their turn to draw a poopy diaper or a burp?

Any mother-to-be would love to have Baby Draw be a part of their important day. And if most of the guests are intimidated because they can't even draw a stick figure, use the cards to play Charades!

For more information or to purchase Baby Draw visit www.babydraw.com.

Want to see more?

• Let the Games Begin
• Showering the Mom-to-be With Love
• Organization for a Memorable Shower
• Talk about it!