Obsessed with the “We Can Bearly Wait” baby shower theme? Us too! I mean, is there anything cuter than tiny teddy bears and cozy decor to celebrate a little one on the way? Whether you’re all about the snacks, the sweet treats, or those swoon-worthy decorations, we’ve got all the We Can Bearly Wait Baby Shower ideas you need to pull off the cutest bear-themed baby shower ever. Let’s dive in!
Balloons
1) Teddy Bear Balloon Arch
There are so many parts of this photo from @sayit_withballoons that make it PERFECT! The dried floral arrangement on top of the arches, the teddy bears incorporated into their stunning balloon arrangement and oversized teddy make it all come together so nicely. A display like this is a cute idea for your entry way to welcome your guests, or add as a photo location for your guests to take pictures with the mama-to-be!
2) Pastel Blue Balloon Arch
This pastel blue matte balloon display is larger than life! Giant letter blocks spelling out ‘BABY’ and an oversized teddy bear give this scene a surreal look. If you add a chair for the mom-to-be, she can sit near this display while she’s opening gifts for a great photo op, or as a photo station so she can get some professional pics with each of her guests.
3) Gender Neutral We Can Bearly Wait Balloon Arch
Making your event memorable can be as simple as putting together the right decorations! The ‘we can bearly wait’ baby shower theme is a great baby shower theme for boys, but you can easily make it gender neutral by using both pink and blue balloons like you can see in the photo above.
Mix together blue, white, pink and a touch of gold to add some refinement! You can even incorporate some greenery into your balloon display to liven things up.
4) Brown and Cream Teddy Bear Balloon Display
You can place large teddy bears holding helium balloons throughout your event as part of your decorations. Or use smaller teddy bear and balloon displays on your tables as centerpieces. Cream, white and brown balloons are another nice way to keep your teddy bear baby shower theme gender neutral.
5) Small Teddy & Balloons Centerpiece Display
Using a pillar with a base is a great way to create a centerpiece. A smaller teddy bear with cream, brown and beige balloons looks chic
‘We Can Bearly Wait’ Printables
6) We Can Bearly Wait Invitations
Your invitation is the first glimpse your guests will get into your teddy bear baby shower theme! You can get printable templates to download and edit at home from Etsy. This example from ZakrevaArt on Etsy is simple, chic and un-bear-ably cute!
7) Teddy Bear Word Scramble Game
Every good baby shower needs some game ideas right?! You can get this printable baby shower game from ZakrevaArt on Etsy. Pass it out to your guests, set a timer and see who can solve the most scrambled words first to win a prize!
8) Guess How Many Bears Game
Grab this printable sign from StrawberryPartyPrint on Etsy and fill a jar with teddy grahams! It’s a simple game that guests can enjoy while they’re chatting with other guests to help break the ice and keep them entertained. Plus, it’s totally on-theme for your We Can Bearly Wait shower theme.
Desserts
9) Teddy Bear Themed Cake
If you’re using neutral colors like beige, brown and cream for your teddy bear themed shower, carry over those colors into your cake! This is such a refined and modern look for your baby shower cake that guests will adore.
10) Blue & Gold Teddy Bear Cake
You can keep your cake simple and still manage to steal the show with the right cake toppers! The sleek, rounded shape of the cake keeps the look modern and elegant, while the adorable teddy bear topper adds a playful, personal touch that ties in perfectly with the theme.
11) We Can Bearly Wait Cake Pops & Treats
Ready to go all-out with your dessert table? Try an assortment of cake pops, chocolate covered rice krispy treats, pretzel sticks and oreos to compliment your theme. These treats are *almost* too cute to eat. Follow along with It’s A Sweet Thing By Mel on Facebook here: itsasweetthingbymel or on Instagram (@itsasweetthingbymel) for more sweet party inspiration!
12)Elegant Custom Sugar Cookies
These adorable teddy bear-shaped sugar cookies are just too cool! Each cookie is carefully crafted with soft brown icing to give the bears that sweet, cuddly look, complete with little details like heart shaped noses. These cookies would look perfect on a dessert table or even wrapped as party favors, bringing a elegant and cozy vibe to the shower.
13) Cute Teddy Bear Sugar Cookies
Another adorable option are cookies shaped like baby bottles, onesies, and bears that add variety to the teddy bear theme while keeping the color palette soft and baby-friendly. Delicate piping work in neutrals like beige, white and brown keeps the cookies looking elegant and polished. These themed cookies are the perfect accent to a “We Can Bearly Wait” baby shower, blending the sweet anticipation of a new arrival with the comforting feel of teddy bears.
14) Buttercream Teddy Bear Patterned Cake
Want a We Can Bearly Wait teddy bear cake that’s more minimalist and simple? Try a tall cylindrical cake with buttercream frosting. The added teddy bear frosting decorations on the sides of this cake are just enough detail to match your theme without becoming overwhelming.
15) Paw Print Cookies
Want to make some DIY desserts that fit your bear baby shower theme? Try these paw print peanut butter cookies and add them to your dessert table or package them as a party favor for your guests. Simple, cute and delicious… what could be better?
16) Teddy Bear Cake Pops
Ever wondered how to serve cake pops without a fancy display to set each skewer in? Making your cake pops upside down means they can rest on a flat platter with the stick pointing in the air for easy grabbing. These teddy bear shaped cake pops are simple and perfect for your We Can Bearly Wait theme!
17) Simple White & Brown Cake Pops
Your desserts don’t have to be extreme to match your theme! Make some simple white cake pops and drizzle more white chocolate over them for some added texture. If you get a bear-shaped candy mold, you can make tiny chocolate bears and stick them to the top of your cake pop or press them onto the stick for a charming treat!
18) Teddy Bear Rice Krispy Treats
If you’ve never tried chocolate with your Rice Krispie treats you’re missing out… Grab a teddy bear shaped candy mold and press them onto the front of your treats for a simple and heartwarming dessert. You can display them on your dessert table, or wrap them up in cellophane bags as a party favor for your guests!
19) Tiered Teddy Bear Cake
Having a large event is a great excuse to go all-out with your cake. Match the color of your cake’s fondant ribbons to the gender of your baby for an extra sweet touch!
20) Chocolate Covered Gummy Bears
Chocolate-covered gummy bears are a sweet and playful treat that’s perfect for a “We Can Bearly Wait” baby shower! These little bites combine the chewy, fruity goodness of gummy bears with a rich chocolate coating, making them as delicious as they are fun. Serve them in mini bowls around the dessert table or in cute cellophane bags as party favors with a tag that says, “Un-Bear-Ably Sweet Treat!” They’re an easy way to add a whimsical touch to the theme while giving guests a tasty surprise they’ll love.
21) Teddy Bear Cake
A cake shaped like a teddy bear face is the ultimate centerpiece for a “We Can Bearly Wait” baby shower! It’s a showstopper that brings a warm, cozy feel to the dessert table while keeping the vibe playful and charming. This adorable cake is not only a treat for guests but also the perfect way to tie the theme together and celebrate the little one on the way!
Centerpieces
22) Teddy Bear Balloon Centerpiece
Looking for a larger centerpiece idea for your teddy bear baby shower? You can create bear balloon centerpieces in just about any size. For larger balloons (and bears), you’ll likely need a rod in the center of your display to attach your balloons and bear to. You can position the bear’s arm up holding ribbons to make it look like it’s about to float away, or sit the bear on top of a small cluster of white balloons that look like clouds for some added fun.
23) Flowers & Plush Bears
Looking for something more simple than balloons? Try adding some small plush teddy bears throughout your tablescape among your tall flower vases for a more refined look. Cream, white and peach flowers pair well with light beige colored teddy bears for a neutral color scheme.
24) Wooden Teddy Bear Centerpiece
A toy wooden teddy bear is another unique item you can place in your tablescape for a We Can Bearly Wait shower. You can find a wooden toy bear like this on tokencollective.com or if you search ‘vintage wooden teddy bear toy’ on Etsy some creators make them too! Set your wooden teddy bear on a white linen table runner and surround it with eucalyptus greens and some large candles for a simple and understated look.
25) Bear Figurine Centerpiece
Want to mix your We Can Bearly Wait theme with real bears instead of teddy bears? Try adding a wooden bear figurine to your centerpieces. This adds a different twist to your shower instead of making it cute and cuddly.
26) Roses and Bears
Want a really simple look for your centerpeices? Try white roses and eucalyptus with a tiny teddy bear. This understated setup brings a soft, natural look to each table, with the white roses adding a touch of sophistication and the eucalyptus bringing in gentle greenery. The little teddy bear completes the “We Can Bearly Wait” theme, adding just the right amount of sweetness without overpowering the arrangement.
Party Favors
27) Bear-Themed Gift Tags
If you have something special in mind to give your guests as a party favor you can easily tie it into your theme with a printable gift tag like this! From sweet treats to spa items, the options are endless and you can dress them up so easily with the right tag and ribbon.
28) Mini Teddy Bear Candle
These individually wrapped handmade teddy bear candles are the perfect idea for a party favor. Each candle brings a cozy warmth to the “We Can Bearly Wait” theme, which guests can enjoy at home as a reminder of the special day.
29) Bear Hug Soap
With this bear hug soap from SistersWeddingFavors, customize the scent of your soap, gift tag design and flowers that come attached with twine! These soaps bring a touch of luxury while fitting perfectly into a small favor bag. They’re a thoughtful, practical gift that adds a little extra charm to a baby shower theme, leaving guests with something they can enjoy long after the celebration.
Wrapping Up
And there you have it—the perfect “We Can Bearly Wait” baby shower! From the adorable teddy bear cookies to the cutest little party favors, this theme has all the heartwarming details to make everyone feel the love. So get ready to shower that mama-to-be in teddy bear cuddles and sweet moments she’ll never forget!
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