Inside Peek at Molly Mesnick’s Baby Shower!

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Molly Mesnick and hubby Jason, who met on The Bachelor, are expecting a new baby in late March — and last weekend, the mom-to-be was feted in style with a gorgeous baby shower! Molly shared the photos and her favorite moments with us.

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Molly and Jason Mesnick

Molly told family and friends she didn't want a typical baby shower. She wanted a "baby party."
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It's a ? wreath

A pretty wreath decorates the shower's venue (a private home). Are you guessing boy or girl?
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Dessert table

Guests enjoyed sweets from a dessert bar by Jenny's Cookies (yum!).
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Baby welcome sign

The party had an animal theme, with decor, invitations and other stationery by Minted.
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Gender prediction game

Guests took their best guesses at baby's gender and birthday.
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Molly enjoys the games

"I had THE best time!" says Molly.
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Baby bibs

Guests brought bibs for the new baby. Our favorite? "Most Eligible Bachelor."
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Diaper cake

Nope, you can't eat this one. It's made of diapers for the baby-to-be.
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Guests mingle at Molly's baby shower

"My two best friends flew in town for the shower," says Molly. "It was a total surprise!"
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Favor boxes

Guests took home favors with pretty, Minted packaging.
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A sexy favor

What was inside those favor boxes -- Hanky Panky underwear from True & Co.
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Sweet Baby door sign

Molly is looking forward to meeting her sweet baby! "[I'm excited to] snuggle, kiss and hug that little peanut!" she says. "I just can't wait to meet him or her!"
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Horse cookies

To coordinate with the safari theme were animal-themed sugar cookies by Jenny Cookies.
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Pretty hanging confetti

The littlest decor touches can really count! Like these cute hanging confetti pieces.
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Dad makes an entrance!

Toward the end of the bash, hubby Jason arrived to surprise Molly. "[My stepson] Ty and Jason have just been so supportive of me throughout my entire pregnancy," gushes Molly.
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Jason shows off his drawing skills

Guests -- and Dad -- played a Pictionary-style game.
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Jason and Molly open a gift together

"Oh boy, I received so many wonderful gifts!" says Molly. "My best friend hand-knitted the most adorable hoodie sweater for the baby. I just love getting special gifts like that -- gifts with meaning!"
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Lemonade jars

Pretty mason jars wait to be filled with guests' drinks.
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Molly poses by the sweets

We know you want to know -- Molly's Tibi dress is available at Shop It to Me.
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Oh Baby! cupcakes

We can't get enough of these gorgeous sweets!
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Molly and Jason take a break

Aw, aren't they adorable? The happy couple takes five from the festivities for a cute photo op.
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Thank you notes

Animal-themed thank you notes by Minted -- got to love it when your hosts help you out!

What are your favorite baby shower ideas?

Plus, more from The Bump:

Super-Creative Baby Shower Ideas
Nontraditional Baby Showers
Baby Shower Game Ideas

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Elena is deputy editor of TheBump.com and The Bump magazine and mom to Ryan (3). She's expecting her second child in the fall. From Kegels to breastfeeding to baby poop, there’s no topic off-limits (or too gross!) for Elena. She also writes about pretty and nifty things, like fashion, celebs and baby gear. Know the latest -- follow her on twitter @elenamauer. read more