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by: Snehal | last updated: August 14, 2009
Category: Just for Mom: Baby Showers | Tags: baby shower, baby shower cake, diaper cake, baby shower party, baby shower party invitations, baby shower games, buying a diaper cake, diaper cake for baby

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Tips On Buying A Diaper Cake For A Baby Shower

One more attraction of the baby shower party is the diaper cake! It is either prepared by the host or may be presented to the new mom from any other member! Diaper cakes can be made at home or they may be purchased too. As the name suggests, it is a cake made of diapers! No its not something to eat- its a 2,3,4 or even 5 tier cake like a wedding one made of essential items for a baby, the main of which are diapers. Other items include toys, pacifiers, baby care items, and so on. They are used to decorate the cake. This cake is a practical gift for the mom as she can use every part of it. If you are planning to buy it, here are a few tips.

The diaper cakes may occur gender specific like exclusive designs for boys or girls or they may be gender neutral. Hence you can select the design accordingly.

The price of the cake depends on the tiers and the items and of course on your budget. If your group is organizing the party, you can put up a contribution to gift the best quality cake.

While buying the cake go in for the quality. Check the brands of the diapers, the number of diapers and the brand of the other items that are used. They are to be used for the baby and do not compromise on them for the cost. Also be sure that the items are safely packed in the ribbons or similar material as they are to be exposed for considerable time.

Check out the items that are used for decorations. There may be repetitions of the toys or it may be the same items. Go in for cakes with variety of decorative items and those that can really be useful for the baby.

As stated above, good quality ensures hygiene as well. Make sure the cake is not lying prepared in advance. Prefer to get it made to order as normally the branded dealers do. You may get it done personally if the dealer is a local one. Also be sure that it is packed properly to avoid being exposed and get affected by dust.

Advise the new mom to dissemble it and keep all the items properly packed to ensure hygiene and sanitation