After 21 years of helping people plan baby showers, I can tell you that the diapers-and-wipes shower is one of the most practical and most appreciated shower formats out there - especially for second babies or when the family already has the big items covered. The trick is wording your invitation so guests feel invited, not put on the spot. That's exactly what this page is for.
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A diapers and wipes shower is a baby shower (or baby sprinkle) where guests are asked to bring diapers and/or wipes in lieu of - or in addition to - traditional gifts. It's incredibly popular for second babies, when the family already has the big items like a stroller and crib, and just needs the essentials replenished.
The key is letting guests know in a warm, fun way - so they don't feel like they're just handing over a package of Pampers. A cute verse or poem on the invitation makes all the difference. Scroll down and take your pick!
Print your verse on a small card tucked inside the invitation, or add it as a section at the bottom of the invite. Keep it short - 4 to 8 lines is the sweet spot. Guests read it, smile, and know exactly what to bring.
A diaper raffle is when guests bring a pack of diapers to be entered into a prize drawing. It's one of the most effective ways to stock up on diapers - and guests love it because they get a chance to win something too. Include one of these verses in the invitation to explain how it works.
Please bring a pack of diapers, any size,
for a chance to win a special prize!
Babies need clean diapers when they do their doodie.
That's why we give them Pampers to wear on their batootie!
Please bring a pack of diapers, any brand or size,
to enter the diaper raffle and win the grand prize!
We can't wait to see you at the shower,
when [mom's name] will be the woman of the hour!
We have just one request - we hope it isn't too hard:
please bring a pack of diapers instead of a card.
You'll be entered to win a grand prize,
and mom and dad will be ready when the baby arrives!
We hope you can make it to the shower
to celebrate the baby of the hour!
However, we have just one small ask -
please make this your number one task:
To help mom and daddy get ahead,
in lieu of a gift, bring diapers instead!
If you do, we'll enter your name
to win a prize in the diaper raffle game!
If you'd like to help from far away,
a $10 gift card will brighten the day!
You'll be entered in our bonus raffle too -
because stocking up on diapers is something they'll need times two!
As guests arrive with diapers, have them write their name on a slip of paper and drop it in a cute bowl or diaper-themed jar. At the end of the shower, draw a winner for a prize. Check out our baby shower prize ideas for great raffle prize inspiration!
These work beautifully when diapers and wipes are the main gift request - not just a raffle add-on. Perfect for any shower where the family wants to keep it practical.
No gifts are necessary, but if you would like,
mom and dad have a need for their little tyke.
Not more outfits, blankets, and baby booties -
but some diapers and wipes for diaper duty!
To add a little extra glee
and help the parents-to-be,
please bring a little extra from the heart -
an unwrapped pack of diapers and wipes
to give them a great start!
My Mommy and Daddy have a special request.
If you could please bring a bag of diapers, any size will do -
no matter how big I get, I will still need a place to poo!
If you're so kind as to bring one along,
Mommy will have a special gift for one lucky someone!
Pampers, wipes, and diaper cream -
but please, no more booties!
[Mom's name] already has lots of pretty baby things,
so let's help her get ready for diaper duty.
No fancy dresses, no fancy toys -
what Mommy and Daddy need
is help filling their diaper and wipes drawer!
So bring a pack, no matter how small -
it will be greatly appreciated
by this little one most of all.
These are my most-requested verses! When a family already has the nursery set up and the big-ticket items covered, a diapers-and-wipes shower is the most practical gift of all. These verses acknowledge the older sibling(s) in a sweet way.
[First child's name] has been so much fun,
they decided to have another one!
A baby [boy/girl] is on the way -
come help us celebrate this special day!
Please bring a little gift from the heart:
a pack of diapers to give them a good start!
Wipes, diapers, bottles galore -
[Mom] and [Dad] are having one more!
Big [sister/brother] [name] has plenty to share,
so this is a sprinkle to show that we care.
Please join us to celebrate their little cutie
and bring them some diapers to cover that booty!
[Name] and [Name] are filled with joy
to welcome their new little [girl/boy]!
With this being number three,
bring lots of diapers and wipies, please!
Great news from [baby's] father and mother -
in [month] they're giving [sibling name] a new little brother!
They have all they need for comfort and care,
and cousins have little clothes to share.
So if it's a gift that you wish to bring,
please remember this one little thing:
they could use plenty of diapers -
and let's not forget the sweet-smelling wipers!
We think babies are so much fun,
we decided to have another one!
Big [brother/sister] has plenty to share -
this is only a sprinkle to show that we care!
Please join us to celebrate before baby is due.
We still do not know if it will be pink or blue!
My big [brother/sister] [name] is excited to share,
but a few more diapers would show that you care!
We've got the onesies and the crib all set -
diapers and wipes are the best gift yet.
Twins mean double the diapers - and double the fun with these verses!
Double the mouths to feed,
double the changing we will need!
Please bring a pack of diapers to help with the twins -
every pack equals a ticket for a raffle that somebody wins!
Diapers and pins,
buttons and bows -
boy or girl? Nobody knows!
But double the babies means double the need,
so bring some diapers and wipes with speed!
Two by two, so much fun -
yep, [Mom's name] is having two, not one!
Please bring diapers any size or kind -
double the babies means double the behind!
Co-ed showers and dad's diaper parties have become so popular - and I love the idea! Here are some wording ideas that work perfectly for inviting the guys.
Daddy is about to have a new duty,
that's why we need diapers to put on her booty!
So bring wipes and diapers - that's what you can do,
and then we will feed you some great BBQ!
Bottles and booties, diapers and pins -
this is where the love begins!
Mom-to-be will be having her shower,
while the guys enjoy their own Happy Hour.
We can't forget [Dad's name], the dad-to-be -
come celebrate with him at the Diaper Party!
Bring along a pack of diapers, size 1, 2, or 3 -
and for every pack, you'll be entered to win!
You bring the Huggies,
we'll provide the Chuggies!
Join us for [Dad's name]'s Diaper Party -
good food, great friends, and diapers to spare.
Bring a pack in any size and you'll be entered to win a prize!
Have a specific party theme? Here are some fun themed takes on the diapers-and-wipes verse.
Ahoy, Matey!
[Mom] and [Dad] are going to need some help swabbing the poop deck!
Join us for a diapers & wipes shower
and help them get shipshape for the little one's arrival!
Arr, Matey! [Mom] and [Dad] are expecting a cutie!
Bring them some diapers to cover their booty!
Diapers and wipes are in demand galore -
bring a variety of sizes 1, 2, and 3's,
and the parents will be oh so ever pleased!
With ribbons and roses and fine china too,
we gather to celebrate this little one due.
A gift from the heart is all that we ask -
diapers and wipes for this very sweet task!
Any additional gift is a joy and surprise,
but your presence alone is the very best prize.
Happy Diaper Days!
Ask guests to bring a variety of diaper sizes - not just newborn. Babies outgrow newborn size in weeks! Sizes 1, 2, and 3 are the most used. You can add a line to the invite: "Any size welcome - variety appreciated!"
Stack the incoming diaper packs into a pyramid or "diaper wall" as guests arrive - it becomes a fun visual centerpiece and gives the mom-to-be a moment to see just how many she's received. Add a banner that says "Happy Diaper Days!" for extra cuteness.
Even if the shower isn't officially a "diaper raffle shower," I always recommend offering a small prize for guests who bring diapers. It motivates people who might otherwise bring a onesie, and the mom-to-be ends up with a much bigger stash.
If you're giving out party favors, add a cute tag that ties back to the diaper theme. Something like "Thanks for helping with diaper duty!" goes a long way. Check out our free printable favor tags - we have some perfect for this!
A diapers and wipes shower is a baby shower where guests are asked to bring diapers and wipes instead of - or alongside - traditional gifts. It's especially popular for second or third babies when the family already has the big items covered. A cute verse on the invitation lets guests know what to bring without feeling awkward about it.
A diaper raffle insert is a small card tucked into the shower invitation explaining that guests who bring a pack of diapers will be entered to win a prize. Keep it short and rhyming for maximum fun. A simple example: "Please bring a pack of diapers, any size, for a chance to win a special prize!" Print it on card stock, cut to size, and slip it into the envelope alongside the invitation.
The key is acknowledging that this is a second baby and that the family is well-equipped - then making the diaper request feel warm rather than transactional. A verse like "[Name] has been so much fun, they decided to have another one! Please bring a little gift from the heart: a pack of diapers to give them a good start!" works perfectly because it's cheerful, explains the situation, and makes the ask feel natural.
Ask guests to bring a variety of sizes - not just newborn. Most parents are surprised by how quickly babies outgrow newborn diapers (sometimes within weeks!). Sizes 1, 2, and 3 get the most use overall. Add a note to the invitation or the raffle insert: "Any size welcome - variety appreciated!" That simple line means the mom-to-be ends up with a stash that lasts for months rather than weeks.
Absolutely - a diaper raffle works at any baby shower, not just a diapers-and-wipes shower. Simply include a raffle insert in the invitations letting guests know that anyone who brings a pack of diapers will be entered to win a prize. It's one of the most popular baby shower additions because guests get something fun out of it too. See our baby shower prize ideas page for great raffle prize inspiration.
The diaper raffle prize should feel a little more special than a regular game prize since the winner brought an extra gift. Great options include a spa gift basket, a wine set, a movie night basket, or a coffee gift basket. Aim to spend $25-40 and display the prize visibly at the shower so guests can see what they're playing for - it dramatically increases how many people bring diapers.
Free Diaper Raffle Calculator
Planning a diaper raffle for your baby shower? This free calculator takes the guesswork out of the whole game - whether you're the host or a guest. Hosts can plug in their guest count, expected participation rate, and prize budget to instantly find out how many raffle tickets to print, how many diaper packs to expect, and even how many days of diapers that adds up to for the new mama.
Guests can enter their budget and brand preference to see exactly how many packs they can bring - and get their real odds of winning the prize.
Plus, you'll find prize ideas for every budget, ready-to-use ticket wording, and host tips to make the game run smoothly from start to finish.
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