Have you ever been hesitant to attend an event, such as a baby shower, because you didn’t know what to wear or bring along? Or worse, have you ever been tasked with hosting such an event but had no clue where to start with the planning? Luckily, the catering and banquet hall professionals at Manoa Grand Ballroom in Honolulu, HI, have seen enough baby showers to advise both hosts and attendees.

No matter what your role may be, you can use the following tips to make your baby shower a blast.

Hosts

The purpose of a shower is for your coworkers, friends, and family to “shower” you with gifts, so try not to plan and host a baby shower for yourself. Usually, a close friend or family member will step up to throw a baby shower for the mother-to-be, planning everything from party favors to refreshments. While the host can select most of the details, it’s perfectly acceptable (and encouraged) to check with the guest of honor before finalizing the guest list, the date, and other essential details.

Moms-to-Be

While you shouldn’t be planning your own baby shower, there are a few things you can still help out with. Mothers-to-be can create a registry at their favorite store to help guide guests through the gift-buying process. You can also help find the perfect banquet hall or catering company. This will take some of the stress off your host and ensure your specific tastes are met.

Attendees

Unlike birthday parties and other casual events, if you received an invitation for a baby shower, the invitation was likely meant just for you—not a plus one. Banquet hall professionals have seen an increase in “Jack and Jill” baby showers, but in general, you shouldn’t bring your boyfriend or husband to an event that was intended to be an all-girls affair.

Whether you’re looking for a banquet hall with a delicious catering service or need some advice on an upcoming event, call the professionals at Manoa Grand Ballroom today at (808) 946-6758. You can also visit them online for more information regarding their services.