Due Date Guess
Introduction
Let’s be honest any time someone finds out there’s a baby on the way, the first thing out of their mouth (after the congrats!) is usually: 'So, when’s the baby coming?'
That’s what makes the Due Date Guess game such a natural fit for baby showers. Everyone's already curious, so why not turn it into something fun?
The game’s super simple. Each guest makes their best guess on when the baby will arrive. It’s not serious science just a little friendly guessing that makes for a great memory down the line.
What You’ll Need
- A calendar page of the baby’s expected birth month printed out or written big enough for folks to see.
- Markers or pens (bonus points for colored ones).
- Sticky notes, name tags, or just space to write names on the calendar.
- Optional: A guess card where folks can also jot down baby’s weight, time of birth, eye color go wild.
- And if you want to make it extra fun, have a tiny prize ready for the closest guesser.
How to Play
- Set up the calendar somewhere visible tape it to a wall or prop it on a table.
- Let folks know the actual due date, but remind them: babies tend to do their own thing.
- Guests take turns writing their name on the date they think baby will make their grand appearance. No overthinking, just go with the gut.
- If you’re using guess cards, collect them in a jar or a little basket for safekeeping.
- Once baby’s born, check who came closest! You can mail them a small prize or just give them the glory in the group chat.
- And hey, snap a pic of the filled-in calendar it makes a great keepsake for the baby book later.
Fun Variations
Add More Details: Have guests also guess the time, weight, or even hair color. Some folks love the extra challenge.
Go Digital: Hosting a virtual baby shower? Set up a shared Google Sheet or form where guests can submit their guesses.
Funny Guess Prize: Got someone who wildly guesses the baby will be born at 3 a.m. on Leap Day? Give ‘em a little something for the laugh.
Team Mode: Divide guesses between family and friends. Whoever's closer as a group wins snack privileges or bragging rights.
Countdown Style: Use the remaining days to build suspense every guest claims a day in the countdown, then you tick them off one by one until baby arrives.
Why Guests Love It
- It takes no time to learn literally anyone can join in.
- It feels personal, like you’re part of the baby’s story from the start.
- It’s low-key competitive but in a sweet, light-hearted way.
- There’s always someone who takes it very seriously, and someone who writes in a joke guess both make it more fun.
- People just love saying 'I told you so' if they guessed right.
Conclusion
Guessing the due date isn’t just a cute game it’s one of those little things that gets everyone involved, smiling, and talking.
Plus, it gives you something to look back on when the baby actually arrives: who guessed early, who was way off, and who somehow nailed it.
Whether you’re running a big baby bash or just gathering close friends, this game brings warmth and laughter without needing much prep. Sometimes the simplest ideas stick the hardest.
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