OUR TOP 10 EXPERT TIPS FOR PLANNING A HENS PARTY FOR A PREGNANT BRIDE-TO-BE

1. Consider The Time Of Day
For our pregnant brides, we always recommend a predominantly day time event so your bride can pack in the fun during the day without missing out on any precious sleep - something you need lots of when pregnant, because let’s be honest…you won’t be getting any once bub arrives!

2. Duration
When deciding how many activities to arrange and choosing the start and end times of your event, duration is important! A moderate duration of a couple of hours is usually a great aim, because standing and mingling for too long can lead to fatigue. When it comes to pregnancy aches - her feet, back and sanity will be thanking you for keeping timing capped!

3. Comfortable Location
Choose a venue that is easily accessible and comfortable for a pregnant guest. Whether this means a venue that doesn't have too many stairs to climb, or a location that doesn't involve too much walking to get to - a little forward planning when it comes to this will play a big part in the success of her day!

4. Seating Options
Ensure there are plenty of comfortable seating options available. This is especially important if there are activities or games planned.

5. Food
Plan a menu that includes a variety of pregnancy-friendly options and be sure to confirm dietary preferences and restrictions with the bride to ensure she’s covered, and that all of the deliciousness provided is totally safe and pregnancy friendly! This way nothing is off limits. And if you want to go above and beyond? Find out if she has any pregnancy cravings and have these available for her at the hens! She will LOVE you for it, trust us!

6. Drink
If you're out and about, choose venues with an amazing mocktail menu so your hen can enjoy all of the fun that comes with sipping cocktails with the girls, minus the alcohol! Part of the fun of being a hen is posing for photos, raising a glass and indulging in lifes little luxuries like impeccably crafted drinks! If you're hosting at home - be sure to provide non-alcoholic beverage alternatives and ensure there's plenty of water available.

7. Activities
Select activities that are enjoyable without being physically demanding. Consider options like spa treatments and creative workshops are so well loved by pregnant brides! Avoid activities that involve strenuous physical exertion or long periods of standing.

8. Make Time For Check Ins & Breaks
Be flexible with the schedule and activities. Allow some extra time for breaks and a bit of breathing room in the agenda to ensure the brides comfort can be accommodated as you celebrate. It’s important to ensure that she doesn’t get too overheated or dehydrated, which is why a few breaks and check ins can ensure she is taken care of throughout! This is especially important if you have numerous experiences planned!

9. Transportation
We're sure your pregnant bride to be is tired of being the designated driver, so give her a break and ensure seamless transportation for the event instead! It's her hens after all! Whether it's arranging a bus service or booking a limousine to get you from A to B - a smooth journey ensures one less logistic for guests and your bride to worry about and sets the tone for an unforgettable day!

10. Capturing The Moment
In the grand scheme of life, the 9 months spent pregnant flys by - so be sure to come prepared with plenty of space in your camera roll, and even consider a photo backdrop or polaroid to provide plenty of opportunities of your bride to be celebrating in style. She will adore looking back on this time in her life with her nearest and dearest, remembering when bub was still just a bun in the oven!

There are two main types of celebrations for our pregnant brides-to-be. We have the bridal shower style celebration with wholesome vibes, or the classic hens celebration fuelled by mocktails while the other guests drink cocktails.

We've got all of the idea inspo you need below

Professionally styled picnic

When you're looking for hens party ideas for a pregnant bride, a professionally styled picnic is a delightful way to celebrate! Leave the styling to the professionals for the ultimate touch of luxury and sophistication, and focus on delicious pregnancy-friendly food, zero-alcohol beverages and amazing memories amid stunning surrounds.

A beautiful hens high tea

Elegant, indulgent and picturesque are just a few of the ways we would describe a hens party high tea - not to mention it's a family friendly, wholesome and crowd pleasing activity that suits a relaxed celebration perfectly. Invite nan, aunties, mum, in laws, sisters and cousins and immerse yourselves in the timeless charm of a hens party high tea!

A day of pampering at a day spa

From soothing massages to rejuvenating facials, a day of relaxation at a day spa with your best friends is an experience every pregnant bride to be will adore. Be sure to check how far along she is in her pregnancy and pass this information along to ensure a pregnancy massage can go ahead safely. If not, there's always dreamy facials with organic and pregnancy safe skin products to help her unwind. Pure bliss!

Hair and makeup styling session

Pregnancy and all of its side effects leaves many future mama's craving some pampering to get them feeling their usual confident and beautiful selves. Round up the bride squad for a day of mingling, bonding and pampering together while the hair and makeup pro's work their magic, enhance your beauty and have you feeling a millon dollars!

A cooking class

Hens party ideas for a pregnant hen may involve less, or no alcohol...so what better excuse to make food the focus! A hens party cooking class is equal parts fun, educational, memorable and DELICIOUS! The perfect choice for a foodie mama.

A flower crown making session

When we think about the perfect wholesome hens party, an array of beautiful florals always comes to mind. Whether you have her favourite flowers adorning the table at a lunch or dinner - or whether you weave them into the days activities with a fun loving flower crown making session, you can't go past the beauty of fresh blooms for a truly quaint hens!

A terrarium workshop - cute mini ecosystems!

Your pregnant bride to be is about to be spending a whole lot of time at home, so what better way to brighten up her living space than with her own divine terrarium. Perfect for the nature-loving mum-to-be, a terrariu workshop an is both creative and fun. The perfect recipe for a successful celebration without the need for alcohol!

A nostalgic pyjama party

Think cozy blankets, classic hens party movies, fairy lights and childhood snacks. It's an intimate and sentimental celebration, allowing lots of time to unwind and bond with friends in an environment where she will be completely comfortable too! Alcohol free bubbly & face masks anyone?

A whimsical tarot reading session

A mini hens party tarot reading session adds an element of mystery and amusement to the celebration, making it a perfect choice for your pregnant hens celebration. Her guests will love the enchantment and meaningful conversations that result from this quirky and unique activity.

Rooftop bar

A rooftop bar experience provides a vibrant atmosphere, panoramic views, and the buzz of the city below - and can be enjoyed at any time during the day! It's a perfect choice for our soon-to-be-mama who loves to be amongst the action and a fun crowd without having to hit the town at night time.

Brunch

Hens parties and brunch are a match made in heaven, pregnant bride or not! A hens brunch offers the perfect amount of day time glamour, delicious food and the perfect opportunity for a cheeky mocktail or three, not to mention it allows you to get the festivities started early so you can continue the day with fun activities and treat your pregnant bride-to-be to the exciting celebration she deserves - all at a sensible time of day!

Mocktail Making

No alcohol definitely doesn't equal no fun! You can still raise a glass, no matter the alcohol content of your beverage and the great news is that there is a world of amazing mocktails out there waiting to be enjoyed! If you’re a margarita lover on a 9 month break a mocktail class is the perfect way to shake, stir, and sip on delicious concoctions sans alcohol. Pro tip: be sure to ask your bar tender for the recipe of the alcoholic version for future celebrations once bub is born!

Karaoke

Her back may hurt and her feet may ache, but her voice is just fine! If you have a hen who loves to belt out a tune, karaoke is the lively and entertaining choice that promises laughter, fun and life long memories, sans alcohol!

Drag Queen Bingo

Drag Queen Bingo is nothing like your nans friday night down at the community hall. It's bingo like you've never experienced before – fabulous, flamboyant, and totally private for your hens celebration meaning all of the focus can be on your bride-to-be. This fun loving experience is for the hen as bold and spirited as the Queens themselves.

Boat Cruise

 Whether it's a scenic river cruise or a private yacht, a boat always provides an element of luxury and exhilaration that your hen will adore. Just be sure to check if she gets motion or sea sickness, and rule this one out if she's feeling a little more queasy than usual during her pregnancy journey!

Paint and Sip

Paint and sip is a hens party classic for a reason. It allows you to embrace your inner artist, create a beautiful take home artwork and mingle, laugh and make memories all the way through. For a hen who encourages her guest to do all of the drinking on her behalf - it's a perfect choice allowing guests to bring along their favourite drinks, and for your pregnant bride to join in with some BYO zero alcohol bubbly too!