Gender reveal ideas to match your unique beginning

Gender reveal celebrations large and small are happening in communities around the world, as our western traditions of pampering mom and preparing for the little bundle of joy has spread. Gender reveals can be as simple as opening the envelope from the doctor’s office, (which, they have gotten very cute with their cards and congratulations), extravagant as the Kardashian blowouts, or a simple backyard garden party with your closest supporters. 

Are gender reveal parties still a thing?

Absolutely, gender reveal parties are still taking place and are still very much a popular trend that has eclipsed the phase of being something to come in and go out and is cementing itself into our pre-baby traditions like the time honored, and globally dispersed baby shower. Gender reveal parties are as unique and varied as the families that are welcoming a child into the world. For those who prefer a quieter celebration, there are small parties with a cake or cupcake to reveal the gender. For the sporty family, hitting a hockey puck, golfball, or baseball are popular options. The hunter and outdoorsman may opt for a shooting range challenge or shooting an arrow, while the tasty treats option is still a favorite that is neutral to hobbies. Having a trusted bakery prepare cakes, cake pops, cup cakes and other treats. The popper and smoke machine are still trending, and so is the giant box of balloons to be revealed. The party can really be anything in the realm of what your family enjoys doing, we just have a few suggestions to be sure your party goes off without a hitch. 

1. Make sure you address any family concerns before the gender reveal party. Unfortunately we have seen family conflict erupt or make themselves known at a gender reveal party. Just like with weddings, everyone comes out and it is best to resolve any issues beforehand.
2. Make sure someone is designated to have the reveal item purchased ahead of time and that this person is responsible and double checks that the gender is correct
3. A funny one, but be careful which little ones you tell ahead of time or include in the secret. As the old saying goes “from the mouths of babes comes the truth” and a more modern take, “kids say the darndest things” The littles cannot help to share their experiences and excitement so be careful!
4. Have FUN- remember to breathe, not get to caught up on the details, and enjoy the start of your new chapter. Whether it’s the first or you are going from a family of four to a family of five- have fun. Be present and do not be fussing about last minute details, but find time to enjoy yourself and circulate to talk with your guests, for you.

The upgraded gender reveal

You can upgrade any event with a few small tweaks to decors, plan, location and group. We have thought this one over and we found a few things that generally make the day slightly more elegant. To elevate your gender reveal party, we recommend a few things:

1. Have a photographer or videographer 

Just like we recommend a videographer for the wedding, a professional photographer and even a videographer for the milestone moments of your life will take your event- and your keepsake memories to the next level. 

2. Splurge on the sweets table

At the gender reveals, we often spend more time and excitement at the sweets table having little cakes, fruits, sweet drinks, tarts, etc. This is a finger food, small plate of treats event and you want to be remembered for having the most decadent tasting table. 

3. Consider choosing a tea room or brunch place for the reveal

If you truly want to elevate your gender reveal, consider renting a tea room or brunch location for your party. Similar to the baby shower, or even bridal showers, tea rooms and brunch restaurants are great for intimate, elegant gatherings. Think Brigerton vibes and a little splash of class. 

4. Request The Motion Books as a gift for your baby shower to keep all of the memories you make – trust us, your baby will be watching them later.

We are not kidding when we say The Motion Books are the beloved book of children all over the country. We are always receiving videos of babies and children watching wedding videos of their parents on the books. We were surprised to see our own children watching the videos over and over. Just be careful! This is a delicate piece of technology so we suggest letting the kids watch with supervision, or reminding them to be careful. 

The intimate gender reveal

As we mentioned above, the intimate gender reveal is becoming more and more popular, especially after the COVID years. A cake, poppers, and balloons are all wholesome ways to share the gender reveal with your partner. You can also have a video created by the same person you would trust to get the cake baked and have it play. We have seen personal videos made for the gender reveal and to share with a group. You can have the video added to The Motion Books and share it with your partner for a truly cozy reveal. For some, this is a moment as intimate as an engagement, and the secrets shared between the two of you. You found out about the pregnancy just you two, so why not share the gender reveal in an equally intimate way? 

The video recorded gender reveal 

During COVID we saw a surge of gender reveals in a compilation of videos where the gender was shared via Zoom, Facetime and other online chats. The sweet compilations made our hearts smile while we were under difficult conditions of being cut off from others and stuck in doors. Having a baby, especially the first one, is a lifetime milestone that we want to be able to share and celebrate with those we love the most. Since COVID ended, we are able to get together more, but the intimacy of small gatherings, and the convenience of connecting friends and family across the globe was retained. Now we have seen a trend of not inviting EVERYONE we know to a gender reveal, but those we feel the closest too. We see more intimate gatherings and even a return to the couples finding out the gender just the two of them in a small, sweet setting. We have also seen that those who cannot fly in for the reveal are able to take part via Zoom or Facetime, but even moreso, we have seen that recording intimate moments and saving them is more popular than ever before. Whether you are recording the gender reveal for just you and your family, or you are planning the perfect social media post, we are here for you. We HIGHLY suggest keeping the video as a keepsake moment to have and share with your family for a lifetime. The video, whether vertical or horizontal, can be captured and stored on The Motion Books. Our team has managed to create a free, online converter that helps to fit any size video onto the book, and the personalized option allows you to create a memory book that fits your child, your family, or the moment perfectly. 

The gender reveal keepsake

Gender reveal keepsakes are almost more important than creating the moment in our opinion, as the event happens in a flash but the memory of the moment is what you carry with you for a lifetime. We believe in cherishing the moments that made your life feel full, invigorating and worth living and reliving over and over. Keepsakes and heirlooms are headliners when our products are used at The Motion Books, as we developed our books with the idea of sharing memories and keeping your precious moments safe and accessible. Creating a keepsake can be one of our personalized books, the “Always and Forever” or “Memories”. You can also keep a favor or decoration from the reveal for your baby book or a shadow box. You can also create a photo album for the entire pregnancy and the first year of life and include the images from your baby reveal, gender reveal and from the baby shower. Whatever route you go, we highly suggest including the keepsake in your planning for your gender reveal. 

Gender reveal parties are no longer the highlight of your pregnancy, but the gender reveal between you and your partner have taken over. We are seeing a return to intimacy and sharing the early moments of your family surging. However you decide to celebrate, whether it is a big blowout party, a Tiktok trend, or an intimate exchange of the doctor’s results, be sure to make sure you capture the emotions and save them. These are once in a lifetime experiences, as your child is unique and even if you are on your fourth gender reveal, this is a special gift that deserves his or her own moment to shine and share with mom and dad. 

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