No baby shower would be complete without a classic baby shower game or two (especially when it comes with some sweet prizes).
If you’re looking for an activity that can get all of your guests involved and leave everyone’s “Baby Factoid IQ” a little higher by the end of the party, baby shower trivia games are a no-brainer (or maybe an all-brainer? Anyway, I digress.)
Baby trivia games are also a perfect pick for virtual baby showers. Whatever the setting of your upcoming party may be, here are some baby trivia questions, organized by topic, to stump your close friends and relatives.
I've also included a free blank answer sheet printable at the bottom of the post that can be used for any 10 questions you read out.
Trivia Questions About The Guest Of Honor
Here are ten trivia questions to test your guests’ knowledge of the parent and baby you’re celebrating!
1. What is the baby’s due date?
2. What is the baby’s nursery theme?
3. What is one potential name for the baby?
4. Where will the baby be born? Bonus points for the specific name of the hospital (if applicable)
5. What is mom’s birthday?
6. Where was mom born?
7. How much did mom weigh when she was born? (Closest guess wins)
8. What cravings has mom had during pregnancy?
9. When is the baby’s other parent’s birthday (if applicable)?
10. Which parent is the most nervous about the baby’s arrival?
Trivia Questions About Celebrity Babies
Celebrity babies: they’re just like us! Here are ten questions to give your guests all the celeb infant trivia facts they’ll ever need to know.
1. What was the theme of Khloe Kardashian’s baby shower for her son who was born via surrogate in 2022?
A: Lions
2. What is the term used for the children of celebrities who have succeeded in careers similar to their parents:
A: Nepo babies
3. Which celebrity couple is often credited for kicking off the “unique baby name” trend by naming their daughter Apple in 2004?
A: Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin
4. Which celebrity dad welcomed a baby girl in 2023 at the age of 80 years?
A: Robert De Niro
5. Which celebrity mommy welcomed baby twins in 2023 at the age of 48 years?
A: Hillary Swank
6. How many children does Nick Cannon have as of 2023?
A: 12
7. Which celebrity founded Honest - a health and wellness brand offering diapering supplies, clean skincare, baby clothing and more?
A: Jessica Alba
8. Which actress co-founded Once Upon a Farm - a company specializing in farm-fresh snacks and meals for babies and big kids?
A: Jennifer Garner
9: Beyonce and Jay-Z reportedly gave their daughter Blu Ivy a special gift of an $80,000 diamond encrusted _____ for her 1st birthday.
A: Barbie
10. Which celebrity requested that their own live album be played in the delivery room so her babies would be born to the sound of her music and the ensuing applause?
A: Mariah Carey
Trivia Questions About Baby Food And Eating
Here are 11 questions to beef up your knowledge about babies, their food, and feeding habits!
1. At around what age do most professionals agree that babies can begin to try solid food?
A: 6 months
2. What food are babies not supposed to eat until they’re at least a year old?
A: Honey (unpasteurized honey can put a baby at risk for botulism.)
3. What is the recommended age for introducing cow's milk to a baby's diet?
A: 12 months
4. What is the feeding method called where babies are allowed to feed themselves by using their hands?
A: Baby-led weaning
5. At what age do many babies show interest in trying to feed themselves?
A: 8 months
6. At what age are many babies ready to try to drink from a sippy cup or regular cup?
A: 9 months
7. What is the primary carbohydrate source in most infant formulas?
A: Lactose
8: How long can breast milk be stored in the refrigerator?
A: Up to 4 days
9. How long can breast milk be stored in the freezer?
A: Up to 12 months
10. How many ounces of milk does a typical newborn (0-4 months) drink in one feeding?
A: About 1.5-3 ounces
11. How big is a newborn baby’s stomach?
A: About the size of a cherry
Trivia Questions About Baby Development
How much do your shower guests know about some of the milestones that new baby’s going to be hitting? Find out with these ten questions about baby development!
1. At what age do most babies start teething?
A: 6 months
2. What is the name of the reflex that causes a baby to turn its head toward a touch on the cheek?
A: The Rooting Reflex
3. What is the name of the reflex that causes a baby to fling out their arms when they are startled?
A: The Moro Reflex
4. What body part are babies born without that doesn’t develop until about 6 months of age?
A: Kneecaps
5. When does a baby start to smile?
A: Around 6 weeks
6. What is the name of the soft spots on a newborn baby's head where the skull bones haven't yet fused?
A: Fontanelles
7. How many bones does a newborn baby typically have?
A: 300
8. When does a baby begin to recognize its father’s voice (and other significant voices)?
A: The third trimester
9. When do babies often begin to show signs of “stranger danger” and get anxious around unfamiliar people?
A: 6 months
10. How many weeks are considered full-term pregnancy?
A: 39 weeks
Trivia Questions About Animals
Here’s a list of animals and the names for their offspring. There are definitely a few that might leave your party guests stumped!
1. What are baby alligators called?
A: Hatchlings
2. What is the name used for a baby elephant?
A: A calf
3. What is a baby kangaroo called?
A: A joey
4. What is a baby platypus called?
A: A puggle
5. What is a baby swan called?
A: A cygnet
6. What is a baby fox called?
A: A kit
7. What is a baby beaver called?
A: A kitten
8. What is a baby goat called?
A: A kid
9. What is a baby turtle called?
A: A hatchling
10. What is a baby seal called?
A: A pup
11. What is the gestation period of an elephant?
A: 18-22 months
12. What is the gestation period of an orca?
A: 17 months
13. Do sharks lay eggs?
A: No, sharks develop in an egg which is hatched inside the mother; they then give birth to live young!
14. How long do baby orcas nurse for?
A: Between 1 and 2 years
15. What color are flamingos when they’re born?
A: Gray
16. Name one of the only two mammals on earth that lay eggs.
A: Duck-billed platypus and spiny anteater
Trivia Questions About Old Wives’ Tales
There are so many old wives’ tales about pregnancy that it can be hard to keep them straight. Let’s see how well your guests know about some of the baby lore floating around out there.
1. According to an old wives' tale, what will the baby be born with if you have heartburn frequently during pregnancy?
A: Lots of hair
2. According to an old wives' tale, what does it mean if you're carrying the baby low?
A: The baby will be a boy
3. According to an old wives' tale, what does it mean if you crave sweet foods during pregnancy?
A: The baby will be a girl
4. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if your nose spreads during pregnancy?
A: The baby will be a girl
5. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if you crave salty or savory items during pregnancy?
A: The baby will be a boy
6. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if your hair and nails are healthy and shiny during pregnancy?
A: The baby will be a boy
7. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if you develop acne during pregnancy?
A: The baby will be a girl
8. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if your belly is round in front like a basketball during pregnancy?
A: The baby will be a boy
9. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if the baby’s fetal heart rate is above 140 bpm?
A: The baby will be a girl
10. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if you're pregnant and pee into a cup with 2 tablespoons of baking soda and the mixture begins to fizz?
A: The baby will be a boy
11. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if you're pregnant and eat raw garlic but don’t smell of garlic an hour later?
A: The baby will be a girl
12. According to an old wives’ tale, what does it mean if you prefer to sleep on your left side during pregnancy?
A: The baby will be a boy
Interesting Questions From Around The World
Okay, these questions are upping the ante a little, but will be a true test of who the baby buffs in the room really are.
1. What is the weight of the heaviest baby ever born?
A: 22 pounds
2. What name is used to refer to babies in South Africa?
A: Baba
3. In which European country is it a common practice for babies to take their naps outdoors, even in cold weather?
A: Sweden
4. What is a pacifier commonly called in the United Kingdom?
A: Dummies
5. What are pacifiers commonly called in Canada?
A: Soothers
6. Valentina Vassilyeva holds the world record for the most babies born to one person. How many children did she birth between 1725 and 1765?
A: 69
7. What is the age of the oldest mother to ever give birth?
A: 74 years (Mangayamma Yaramati in India in 2019)
8. What is the world record for the longest time spent in labor, and how many hours did it last?
A: 75 days (Joanna Krzysztonek had to endure 75 days of labor, and stay lying down 24 hours a day in order to save her unborn babies from being born premature)
9. What letter of the alphabet do most names in the US start with?
A: J
10. What month are more babies in the US born in than any other month?
A: September
Why Trivia at a Baby Shower’s the Way to Go
It’s no secret that games are an essential ingredient when it comes to planning a baby shower, but some of the ones many of us have been subjected to can be cringey at best and kinda nasty at worst (I’m looking at you, “eat the melted chocolate out of the diaper” game).
Busting out a game of trivia is an easy way to get everyone at your party engaged, and it’s a fun way to learn a few things you probably never knew, too.
Whether you’re looking for virtual baby shower games, or something to play in the flesh, trivia is a fun activity that’s easy to play and to plan - especially since we’ve got the questions ready for ya!
Also check out: Baby Shower Games That Don't Suck
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