Top Baby Shower Themes for 2025

​Congratulations on your new bump!
It’s the start of a new year filled with exciting possibilities and milestones, especially for parents-to-be! As a maternity photographer, I’ve had the privilege of capturing the radiant glow of expectant mothers and the joy that fills their journey to parenthood. One event that brings family and friends together during this special time is the baby shower—a celebration of love and anticipation for the little one.

If you’re planning a baby shower in 2025, here are some creative and heart-warming themes to inspire you. These ideas not only set the stage for a memorable event but also provide stunning photo opportunities that you’ll cherish forever.

Winter Wonderland

Perfect for those due in the early months of the year, a Winter Wonderland theme captures the enchantment of the season. Think shimmering whites, icy blues, and plenty of glittery décor. A backdrop of snowflakes and faux fur throws make for cosy and magical photos. Incorporate twinkling fairy lights for an extra touch of warmth. 

Boho Baby Bliss 

Boho themes are always in style, and they’re ideal for spring or summer showers. Soft neutral tones, pampas grass, and macramé accents create a relaxed, earthy vibe. Consider hosting the event outdoors or in a sunlit space with greenery to complement the boho aesthetic. Imagine capturing your joy under a canopy of wildflowers or a dreamy, lace-draped teepee!

Little Starry Night 

For parents dreaming big for their little one, a celestial-themed shower is a perfect fit. Midnight blues, gold accents, and lots of stars set a magical tone. This theme works beautifully indoors, with string lights and glowing lanterns creating an ethereal atmosphere. “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” signs and moon-shaped balloons add whimsical details.

Safari Adventure

For parents-to-be with a love for wildlife and adventure, a safari-themed baby shower adds a fun and vibrant twist. From adorable animal-print decorations to greenery and jungle vibes, this theme is perfect for bold and playful personalities. Complement the decor with safari-inspired treats, like biscuits shaped like lions and giraffes.

Enchanted Forest

Rich jewel tones, rustic wood accents, and fairy lights create a cosy, magical setting. This theme is ideal for intimate gatherings, with plush throws and woodland-inspired decorations to keep guests feeling snug.

Memories That Last Forever

Now you have the ideas, pop over to google or Pinterest and type one of the themes in to show you lots more ideas.
No matter the theme, baby showers are all about celebrating love and connection. As a maternity photographer, I love capturing these moments—the laughter and the glow of anticipation. If you’d like portraits that capture the beauty and excitement of your pregnancy journey, find out more about my maternity sessions here. 

And don't forget to check out Biscuits by Sarah B for amazing baby shower biscuits (as featured in the photo above!)

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So you have had your photography session and  have some beautiful photographs to treasure.
But what now?
All of my sessions come with digital images and if you chose my middle or top package you will already have a beautiful box of prints to treasure, but what now?
Have you printed any of your photographs yet?

If not, did you know that I offer a stunning selection of wall art and books to display and show off your gorgeous memories?

From stunning bamboo wall art to gorgeous photo books, I have a selection of beautiful products available for you to purchase at any time. 
You can even purchase additional loose prints and photo gifts such as keyrings.
You can check out what is available and see the price list here:
​Newborn and Family Photography in Dorset (samanthaprewettphotography.co.uk)

A couple of weeks ago I ventured out into one of my favourite outdoor Autumn locations in Dorset to capture some beautiful natural maternity photographs for this lovely family. 
I don't usually book in outdoor sessions between November and March as the weather can be somewhat unpredictable. But then again we are in the UK, and even in the height of summer we don't know what to expect, so when they got in touch a few months ago to book we scheduled a date in. 

On the day of the session we were very lucky with the weather, it was very mild for January. We met at Wareham forest and found some fun places to stop for photographs. 

This lovely family were amazing during their session, and we had a lovely time and I was really excited about sharing their beautiful photographs. I can't wait to see them again really soon with their new addition. It is such a privilege to be able to capture families journeys for them.

If you are looking for some beautiful natural maternity photographs, I would love to capture this special time for you. You can involve your children as you see here, or if this pregnancy marks the start of your family,  I capture that for you too. If you would like to find out more you can visit the maternity photography section of my website here where you can find prices and then choose to get in touch to book in. 

Well it has been a while since my last blog post, it has been very busy here over the summer , I have hardly had time to catch my breath, what with the kids being off school and me doing more sessions than I usually do. But the children have settled back into school now, so I have a little more time to catch up! I have been desperate to share this beautiful maternity photo session with you all, so here goes! 

I was very excited to see that a lovely lady who I met through networking was looking to get some maternity photographs taken, when I spoke to her she loved my natural style and we both started getting very excited about the session. So much so that she wrote a blog on maternity photo sessions and created a pinboard of ideas! 

She was quite apprehensive about her session at first, the idea can be quite overwhelming  , especially if you are planning to have a photo session just of you and are not used to this. However, she decided to turn it into a bit of a pamper session, some me time, her friend even came over beforehand and did her hair and make up (which looked absolutely stunning) and joined us on Bournemouth beach for her maternity photo session. 

I think that you will agree with me when I say she completely rocked her session and looks absolutely stunning. I am so happy to have captured these special memories for her.  

Maternity photography sessions are best at around 32-36 weeks. There is still time this year to make the most of the beautiful sun, or if you baby is not due for several months, autumn is also a beautiful time of the year for outdoor photo sessions.