Display Showers: A Thoughtful, Low-Pressure Way to Celebrate Pregnancy
Discover the growing trend of display showers and how to choose meaningful gifts that support the mum-to-be in the third trimester.
In recent years, more parents-to-be have been moving away from the traditional baby shower and opting for something a little more relaxed: the Display Shower. This newer format still brings friends and family together to celebrate, but with a more laid-back atmosphere, less pressure on the mum-to-be, and less waste.
Whether you’re planning a baby shower, attending one, or looking for ideas that reflect modern values and preferences, here’s what you need to know.
What Is a Display Shower?
A Display Shower is a baby shower where guests bring gifts unwrapped, often with a small tag or card attached to show who it’s from. Instead of sitting through a long gift-opening session, the mum-to-be simply walks past a beautifully arranged display table and can take everything in at her own pace.
This small shift in format has a big impact:
- Removes pressure to unwrap gifts in front of a group
- Allows more time for casual connection and conversation
- Reduces waste from wrapping paper and gift bags
Display Showers can be held in any setting — from backyards to cafés — and are particularly well-suited to people who prefer casual, meaningful gatherings over more traditional or structured formats.
Why Display Showers Are Gaining Popularity
- Less stress: Some expecting mums find it overwhelming to unwrap dozens of gifts in front of a group, especially late in pregnancy.
- Better connection: Without the time block needed for unwrapping, guests can spend more time engaging with each other.
- Sustainability: Less packaging means less waste, which many families now prioritise.
- Modern values: Many guests prefer relaxed, low-pressure events that reflect their relationships and lifestyle.
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Choosing Gifts for a Display Shower
If you're attending a baby shower — especially a Display Shower — one of the most helpful starting points is to check whether the parents-to-be have set up a baby registry. Registries help guests choose practical gifts, avoid duplicates, and support the family with exactly what they need.
However, many guests still like to bring something personal or meaningful alongside a registry item — especially if it can be displayed beautifully at the event. Since most baby showers happen in the mid to late third trimester, this is a great time to consider gifts that help the mum-to-be feel supported in the final weeks before birth.
We found these quite popular for gifting during those later stages of pregnancy:
Mother Lover Tea – A calming raspberry leaf blend, traditionally used in the final trimester to support uterine tone as the body prepares for labour. Many women enjoy incorporating it into their birth preparation routine.
Pregnancy Herbal Bath Soak - A bath soak designed to ease tired legs, aching backs, and swollen feet — all common in the third trimester. Our Australian-made, hand-blended soak includes a thoughtful combination of ingredients such as:
- Epsom salts and pink Himalayan salt for muscle relief
- Lavender, frankincense, geranium, and neroli essential oils for relaxation
- Calendula, chamomile, lemon balm, and rose petals to soothe the senses
Final Thoughts
Display Showers are part of a growing trend toward more intentional, less performative celebrations — especially around pregnancy. For many parents-to-be, the focus is shifting away from big, high-pressure gatherings and toward quieter, more meaningful moments with close friends and family.
If you’re planning or attending a baby shower this year, and want to choose something the mum-to-be will actually enjoy and use, consider combining a practical registry item with something personal, lasting, or comforting.
It’s not about how much you spend — it’s about how much thought goes into your gift.