Make a guest list that feels right
Use capacity and relationship groups to make a calm first draft, without collecting or sharing anyone's details.
Build from the inside out
Start with the people who make the parent-to-be feel supported. Capacity is a boundary, not a target.
Include the host, helpers, and children if they will attend.
The people expected to be there
Friends of the parent-to-be
Only if the gathering feels right
Include people serving food or coordinating
24 people in your first draft
6 spaces remain before your comfortable capacity.
Closest family
The people expected to be there
Friends
Friends of the parent-to-be
Coworkers or community
Only if the gathering feels right
Hosts and helpers
Include people serving food or coordinating
Use a two-list decision
Keep this first list for the people you want there most. Put everyone else on a hopeful list until RSVPs, budget, and the parent-to-be's energy make the answer clear. You do not owe an invitation because a relationship looks good on paper.
Turn your list into a simple plan
Use the free planner for a practical budget, timeline, and venue checklist.
Open the baby shower planner