They’re the sweetest treat for mums to be, but with just one catch: they’re not edible!

<p><a href="https://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml#/listing/New_IM_ListingPage_Top_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Middle_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Bottom_promo_1/1215663907563/New_IM_ListingPage_ProductModule_promo_1" target="_blank">Baby</a> showers might be an American invention but they&rsquo;re a huge deal in the UK now too. They&rsquo;re the perfect chance for mums-to-be to relax with loved ones before their lives changes forever. We love the numerous quirky and personal touches found at <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml#/listing/New_IM_ListingPage_Top_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Middle_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Bottom_promo_1/1215663907563/New_IM_ListingPage_ProductModule_promo_1" target="_blank">baby</a> showers, and there&rsquo;s none quirkier than the nappy cake. Don&rsquo;t be fooled by the name: you can&rsquo;t actually eat these so-called cakes. Instead, they&rsquo;re a feast for the eyes, often incorporating <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml#/listing/New_IM_ListingPage_Top_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Middle_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Bottom_promo_1/1215663907563/New_IM_ListingPage_ProductModule_promo_1" target="_blank">baby</a> clothes, muslins, cute toys and other essentials as well as stacks of rolled-up nappies. </p><p>Naturally, Pampers know a thing or two about nappies, so we&rsquo;re not surprised to see that their creation is one of the prettiest of the lot, but we&rsquo;ve found plenty more gorgeous designs to inspire you too…</p><h2>The best way to pamper your mum-to-be</h2><p>If the pregnant pal in your life knows she&rsquo;s having a girl, she&rsquo;ll love Pampers&rsquo; pretty pink and yellow design, incorporating some seriously cute booties.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/378724649892446512/"></a></p><h2>He&rsquo;s a cool rider…</h2><p>If you know some parents-to-be who love getting round on two wheels (which might be challenging when baby comes along!), this is the nappy cake for them.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/329185053995770282/"></a></p><p><script async defer src="//assets.pinterest.com/js/pinit.js"></script></p><h2>Fun for footie fans</h2><p>It&rsquo;s a bit early for the baby in question to have picked a team, but if you&rsquo;re planning a cake for a family who love football, this has got to be the one.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/499829258618216439/"></a></p><h2>A caterpillar cake with a difference</h2><p>The Very Hungry Caterpillar is a truly classic bedtime story, largely thanks to its fantastic, colourful illustrations. We love this vibrant take on the nappy cake.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/329185053993249099/"></a></p><h2>Bitesize goodies are so cute</h2><p>What&rsquo;s better than one big nappy cake? Loads of little tiny ones! These mini baby pampering kits are cute and practical.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/547891110892911604/"></a></p><h2>You might need professional help for this one…</h2><p>This Star Wars themed nappy cake is truly spectacular. You wouldn&rsquo;t even know there were nappies in there!</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/518265869599503860/"></a></p><h2>Trains aren&rsquo;t just for boys…</h2><p>There&rsquo;s no need for gender stereotyping when it comes to baby showers. How cute are these colourful engines?</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/388083692871247579/"></a></p><h2>Calling all future rock stars</h2><p>Here&rsquo;s another clever design that you wouldn&rsquo;t know contained dozens of nappies. The one time bum notes are encouraged!</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/349169777340127381/"></a></p><h2>Nautical but nice</h2><p>This nautical design is neat and stylish &ndash; but there&rsquo;s room for heaps of nappies and blankets.</p><p><a data-pin-do="embedPin" data-pin-width="large" data-pin-terse="true" href="https://uk.pinterest.com/pin/202873158188771473/"></a></p><p><em>If you&rsquo;re planning a baby shower for a mum to be or expecting a little one yourself (congratulations!), <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/asda-webstore/landing/home.shtml#/listing/New_IM_ListingPage_Top_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Middle_promo_1/New_IM_ListingPage_Bottom_promo_1/1215663907563/New_IM_ListingPage_ProductModule_promo_1" target="_blank">Asda</a> have got your newborn essentials covered. Planning to make a nappy cake? You'll need a good supply so we recommend you buy a <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/search/pampers%20giga" target="_blank">giga pack</a> next time you shop.</em></p>

The new baby shower craze: Spectacular nappy cakes!

By Asda Good Living,19th August 2016

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