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If you\u2019re lucky enough to be in charge of planning a <\/span>diaper party<\/span> for a buddy, you\u2019re in for an easy and fun time. <\/span>Diaper parties<\/span> are the <\/span>man shower<\/span> equivalent of <\/span>baby showers<\/span>. The day is all about having a good time, eating and drinking with friends, and enjoying a casual celebration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Here, we\u2019ll show you how to plan a <\/span>diaper party<\/span> \u2014 from designing the menu to selecting the perfect spot to host the party. Plus, you\u2019ll find tips on what to include in your invite and discover invitation designs perfectly suited for a laid-back celebration.<\/span>
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What Is a <\/b>Diaper Party<\/b>?<\/b><\/h2>\n

A <\/span>diaper party<\/span>, aka a <\/span>dadchelor party<\/span> or a <\/span>man shower<\/span>, is a<\/span>\u00a0baby shower<\/a><\/strong> for the <\/span>dad-to-be<\/span>. Instead of baby registry gifts, guests are asked to give diapers and <\/span>baby wipes<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Most hosts skip the giggly <\/span>baby shower games<\/span> and opt for a casual setting of drinking beer and barbecuing. The event is planned by a friend of the <\/span>father-to-be<\/span> or by one of his family members.<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Throw a <\/b>Diaper Party<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Planning a <\/span>diaper party<\/span> is much easier than a <\/span>baby shower<\/span> since it involves fewer details. After all, these events are all about booze and laid-back fun, so there\u2019s not much to fuss about. Here\u2019s a quick guide on throwing a <\/span>diaper party<\/span>, from picking out a location to serving up delicious food.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Decide on a Theme (Or Skip It Altogether!)<\/b><\/h3>\n

With most parties, the first step in the party planning process is to pick a <\/span>party theme<\/span>. Since <\/span>diaper parties<\/span> are no-nonsense and typically all about beer and diapers, there\u2019s no need to choose a <\/span>traditional<\/span> baby shower theme<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. But you can pick fun phrases like \u201c<\/span>baby is brewing<\/span>\u201d or \u201c<\/span>Huggies<\/span> and <\/span>chuggies<\/span>\u201d to headline the event if you want.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you decide to have a theme for the event, consider what the <\/span>dad-to-be<\/span> likes. Is he a big gamer? Plan a <\/span>diaper party<\/span> that features a gaming competition. Is the lucky guy into sports? Celebrate with a diaper and sports-themed party. For the <\/span>father-to-be<\/span> that likes fashion, you can make the day about style, or if he\u2019s into sci-fi, make it a diaper and movie marathon combo.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The options are endless, and you can put as much \u2014 or as little! \u2014 effort into the theme as you\u2019d like.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. Choose a Venue<\/b><\/h3>\n

Now that you know what type of party you\u2019re hosting, it\u2019s time to pick a location. If the <\/span>new dad<\/span> is <\/span>low-key<\/span>, opt for a casual and laid-back spot. His own backyard, garage, or man-cave basement are great options. Or, if the <\/span>new parents<\/span> enjoy going out a lot, consider hosting the <\/span>diaper party<\/span> at a sports bar or brewery.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. Invite the Guests<\/b><\/h3>\n

Generally, <\/span>parents-to-be<\/span> invite male <\/span>coworkers<\/span>, friends, and family to <\/span>diaper parties<\/span>. However, some couples opt to have a joint or <\/span>co-ed baby shower<\/span>. If you\u2019re planning a <\/span>diaper party<\/span> for a friend, ask the <\/span>expecting parents<\/span> how they would like to celebrate and invite guests accordingly. Then, send out<\/span> baby shower invitations<\/a><\/strong> about four weeks before the <\/span>diaper party<\/span> \u2014 more details on what to include in the invite in a minute!<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Serve Food and Drinks<\/b><\/h3>\n

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No <\/span>man shower<\/span> is complete without food and drinks. Celebrate the <\/span>new baby\u2019s<\/span> arrival with a <\/span>BBQ<\/span> featuring hot dogs, burgers, and grilled meats. If the <\/span>dad-to-be<\/span> prefers vegan or vegetarian food, choose options like grilled veggies, smoked tofu, and alternative meats.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For your <\/span>diaper party food<\/span>, you can cook it up yourself or get the event catered by the <\/span>dad-to-be\u2019s<\/span> favorite <\/span>BBQ<\/span> joint. And don\u2019t forget the <\/span>diaper cake<\/span>. You might opt for a joke cake made entirely of diapers, a real cake featuring fun ingredients like maple bacon, or<\/span> poop emoji <\/strong>cupcakes<\/strong><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. Choose Simple <\/b>Diaper Party Decorations <\/b>(Or Don\u2019t!)<\/b><\/h3>\n

Since <\/span>diaper parties<\/span> are laid-back, you can skip decorations entirely and keep the focus on food and fun conversation if you want. After all, most guests will pay more attention to you than how the room looks. For the more creative dads, you can deck out the space with balloons and streamers or things like giant beer steins and poster boards filled with dad jokes.<\/span><\/p>\n

6. Plan Games and Activities<\/b><\/h3>\n

Just because <\/span>dadchelor parties<\/span> tend to skip the giggle-inducing <\/span>baby shower games<\/span> doesn\u2019t mean you can\u2019t have some fun. Many <\/span>baby diaper party games<\/span> are centered around beer or other beverages the <\/span>dad-to-be<\/span> enjoys.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Drinking games involving <\/span>baby bottles<\/span> are right at home at <\/span>diaper parties<\/span>. You can play sports, yard games, and any drinking games with non-alcoholic beverages for a family-friendly celebration. At the end of the day, <\/span>diaper parties<\/span> are all about food and fun.<\/span><\/p>\n

At your <\/span>diaper shower<\/span>, you can also have a <\/span>diaper raffle<\/span>. Guests get a <\/span>raffle ticket<\/span> for each <\/span>pack of diapers<\/span> they bring. The tickets are placed into a bucket, and the winner gets a special prize \u2014 like tickets to a sports game, a premium bottle of alcohol, or a gift card to a restaurant.<\/span><\/p>\n

7. Prepare <\/b>Baby Shower Favors <\/b>(Or Skip Them!)<\/b><\/h3>\n

You can give out <\/span>diaper party gifts<\/span> to show appreciation for guests’ attendance, though this isn\u2019t mandatory. Some popular <\/span>party favors<\/span> include mini bottles of alcohol, hot sauce sample packs, and tickets to local sports events. Personalized bottle openers and mini snack bags filled with treats like jerky and nuts also work well.<\/span><\/p>\n

What to Include In Your <\/b>Diaper Party Invitations<\/b><\/h2>\n

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While a <\/span>diaper party<\/span> is more <\/span>low-key<\/span> than a <\/span>baby shower<\/span>, you still need to send out invitations so that guests know when and where to be. You can tie the invite design into a specific theme or choose a simple option to convey the laid-back vibes of the day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what to include in your<\/span> diaper party invitations<\/a><\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n