Planning a February baby shower? What better way to celebrate your upcoming bundle of joy than with a Valentine themed celebration!
A valentine baby shower theme combines the romance of Valentine’s Day with the excitement of welcoming a new baby, creating a memorable event filled with love, joy, and adorable decorations.
Whether you’re expecting a little lovebug in February or simply love the hearts and flowers aesthetic, these Valentine baby shower ideas will help you create the perfect celebration.
Why Choose a Valentine Baby Shower Theme?
A February baby shower with a Valentine’s twist offers several wonderful advantages:
- February timing means Valentine’s decorations are readily available and often on sale.
- The romantic color palette of pinks, reds, and whites creates a sweet, love-filled atmosphere.
- Heart motifs and love-themed elements naturally complement baby celebrations, making it a unique alternative to traditional baby shower themes.
Valentine Baby Shower Theme Ideas
A Sweetheart is On the Way
This classic Valentine baby shower theme is perfect for celebrating your little sweetheart’s arrival. The phrase “a sweetheart is on the way” becomes the centerpiece of your celebration.
Create an ombre balloon garland flowing from white to blush to vibrant red as your backdrop. Use a red tulle table skirt with a custom “little sweetheart” banner.
Stack white letter blocks spelling “BABY” and showcase a red ombre rosette cake alongside red and white cake pops, heart-shaped cookies, and conversation heart candies in clear containers.
Create a dessert table with heart-shaped cookies, cupcakes with pink frosting, and a red ombre rosette cake with a themed cake topper.
Little Lovebug
Combine the cuteness of ladybugs with Valentine’s Day for an adorable “little lovebug” celebration. For more ladybug inspiration, check out our Little Ladybug Baby Shower theme idea.
This playful theme works beautifully with red and black accents mixed with traditional Valentine colors.
Decorate with red balloons with black polka dots to create the perfect ladybug look. Create centerpieces with red roses and ladybug figurines. Set tables with polka dot tablecloth in red and black.
For food, serve creative ladybug appetizers like cherry tomato and mozzarella crackers topped with black olive halves, making adorable edible ladybugs. Create a stunning dessert display with layered chocolate and vanilla pudding cups in clear containers, and cupcakes with red frosting and black candy spots.
Give guests wildflower seed packets with “Thanks for celebrating our little lovebug” tags or candy-filled jars with polka dot ribbon.
I Love You a Latte
Perfect for coffee-loving parents-to-be, this charming theme combines Valentine’s Day with a cozy coffee shop atmosphere. It’s an excellent choice for a February-themed baby shower brunch.
Display a “I Love You a Latte” sign as your backdrop with ribbon banner garlands. Decorate with fresh floral arrangements and keep the color palette sophisticated with blush, cream, and gold accents.
Set up an elegant dessert table featuring a white coffee cake decorated with pearl details and ribbon bows, alongside croissants and pastries on tiered stands.
Set up a coffee bar with various flavored syrups, whipped cream, and Valentine’s sprinkles. Serve espresso martinis for an upscale touch.
Create signs with puns like “Love You a Latte” and “Thanks a Latte for Coming.” Give guests small bags of gourmet coffee with custom labels.
For more coffee-themed inspiration, see my Baby is Brewing baby shower theme.
I Love You Cherry Much
This sweet and playful theme incorporates cherries with Valentine’s Day for a fresh, fruity twist on traditional February-themed baby shower idea.
Use cherry red as your primary color with pops of pink and white. Create centerpieces with fresh cherries in glass bowls or cherry-printed fabrics. Display “I Love You Cherry Much” signage and banners.
Set tables with cherry-patterned plates, gold flatware, and woven chargers. Serve cherry-themed treats like cherry pie, cherry cheesecake, and cherry lemonade.
Give guests small jars of cherry preserves as favors with custom “Cherry Much” labels.
Love You to the Moon and Back
This celestial romance theme combines stars, moons, and hearts for a dreamy Valentine baby shower. It’s particularly beautiful for evening celebrations or gender-neutral baby showers.
Hang moon and star decorations from the ceiling with cream and gold colors. Create a backdrop with a large moon cutout surrounded by hearts and stars baloons.
Display “Love You to the Moon and Back” banner in elegant calligraphy. Create a unique moon and stars guest book where guests can sign wooden star-shaped pieces that hang on a crescent moon stand.
Set tables with white plates, gold glitter moon “Thank You” cards, and delicate dried baby’s breath. Serve moon and star-shaped cookies dusted with edible glitter.
Give guests celestial-themed favors like star and moon shaped soaps or moon keychains.
Our Little Valentine is On the Way
This straightforward Valentine-themed baby shower embraces all the traditional elements of the holiday while celebrating the new arrival. It’s perfect for parents who want a clearly Valentine’s atmosphere.
Decorate with classic red roses and baby’s breath arrangements. Use traditional Valentine’s Day cards as part of your decor. Add a large red heart cutout decoration as a focal point.
Create a candy bar with Valentine’s treats including chocolate hearts, red and pink M&Ms, and strawberry treats.
Create an interactive “Share the Love” message board where guests can leave notes on small cards or set up a wishing tree where guests can hang heart-shaped notes with advice for baby.
Display photos of the couple’s love story alongside pregnancy photos.
Love You a Brunch
Combine Valentine’s Day with a sophisticated brunch setting for a “Love You a Brunch” celebration. This theme is ideal for late morning or early afternoon February baby showers.
Set elegant table settings with pink linens, gold flatware, and heart-shaped napkin rings. Display fresh or faux flowers in pink and white tones on each table.
Use pink and white balloons with confetti-filled balloons and hang a “Love You a Brunch” banner. Create a mimosa bar with champagne, various juices, and fresh berries.
Create an abundant spread with pink and red donuts, heart-shaped cookies, croissants, Valentine’s candies, heart-shaped waffles, strawberry pancakes, and chocolate-covered strawberries.
That’s Amore
Bring Italian romance to your Valentine baby shower with a “That’s Amore” theme. This sophisticated option combines Italian elegance with Valentine’s Day charm.
Use a red, white, and green color scheme with gold accents. Create centerpieces with roses in wine bottles wrapped in raffia.
Display Italian-themed signs including “That’s Amore,” “Ciao Bella/o,” and “Dolce Vita.”
Serve Italian treats like tiramisu, cannoli, Italian cookies, and sparkling beverages. Play classic Italian love songs in the background.
Valentine Baby Shower Decoration Ideas
No matter which Valentine baby shower theme you choose, these decoration ideas will help you create a beautiful and cohesive celebration:
Color Palette Options:
- Classic Valentine: Red, pink, and white
- Soft Romance: Blush pink, cream, and gold
- Modern Love: Hot pink, burgundy, and rose gold
- Rustic Valentine: Dusty rose, ivory, and natural wood tones
Essential Decoration Elements:
- Heart-shaped balloons in various sizes (consider a balloon arch or garland)
- Fresh or silk flower arrangements featuring roses, carnations, or tulips
- Conversation heart candies for table scatter and favors
- Paper lanterns or pom-poms in your chosen color scheme
- Banners and signs featuring your chosen theme phrase
- String lights or fairy lights for added ambiance
- Photo booth props with hearts, cupid’s arrows, and love-themed signs
DIY Decoration Tips:
- Create heart garlands using cardstock or felt in your color palette
- Make centerpieces using mason jars, pink spray paint, and fresh flowers
- Make centerpieces of pink flower bouquets in baby bottles
- Design custom water bottle labels with Valentine’s graphics and baby shower details
- Craft a diaper cake decorated with pink and red ribbons and heart embellishments
- Create a memory board where guests can write advice on heart-shaped cards
Table Setting Ideas:
- Use pink or red tablecloths with white or gold runners
- Place heart-shaped plates or Valentine’s-themed napkins at each setting
- Create place cards shaped like hearts with guests’ names
- Fill small vases with single roses as individual table decorations
Making Your February Baby Shower Extra Special
While decorations set the scene, these additional touches will make your Valentine-themed baby shower truly memorable:
Activities and Games: Organize a bingo game with Valentine’s-themed cards, set up a “guess how many heart-shaped candies are in the jar” game using clear jars filled with conversation hearts or pink and red M&Ms, or create a station where guests can decorate onesies with fabric markers and heart stencils. For more game ideas, check out my baby shower games post.
Food and Drinks: Serve pink lemonade or strawberry punch in beverage dispensers, offer a dessert table with Valentine’s treats, and consider heart-shaped sandwiches or cookies.
Party Favors: Send guests home with small bags of conversation hearts, heart-shaped soaps, mini bottles of champagne with custom labels, or homemade cookies in Valentine’s packaging.
Personal Touches: Display the couple’s engagement or wedding photos, create a timeline of the pregnancy journey with monthly photos, or set up an advice station where guests can write love letters to baby.
Final Tips for Your Valentine Baby Shower
When planning your February-themed baby shower, keep these helpful tips in mind:
- Book your venue early, as February is a popular month for events around Valentine’s Day
- Shop for Valentine’s decorations right after the holiday for significant savings if you’re planning ahead
- Don’t feel constrained by traditional pink and red, feel free to adapt the color palette to suit your style
- Consider the comfort of your guests during February weather, ensure adequate heating if your venue tends to be cold
- Mix Valentine’s elements with traditional baby shower decorations for the perfect balance
- Most importantly, personalize your chosen theme to reflect the parents-to-be’s personality and preferences
A Valentine baby shower offers the perfect opportunity to celebrate love in all its forms. The love between partners, the love for a new baby, and the love of family and friends gathering together.
Whether you choose “a sweetheart is on the way” as your theme or opt for something more unique like “love you a latte,” these Valentine baby shower ideas and decoration tips will help you create a beautiful, memorable celebration that honors both the holiday of love and the excitement of welcoming a new little one.
Remember, the best baby shower is one that feels authentic to you and creates lasting memories. So embrace the romance of the season, have fun with your chosen theme, and enjoy celebrating your little sweetheart with the people you love most.
Happy Valentine’s Day!
With love,
Shely
