50+ Birth Announcement Ideas & What to Write for Friends, Family, and Office

If you’ve just had your own baby – congratulations are in order! But there’s also the matter of announcing the Baby to the world, which can be new and daunting territory, especially for first-time parents. 

How do you let people know that your new bundle of joy has arrived? Is a social media post too informal for work? If so, should you write an email instead? And, most importantly – what should you say?

WebBabyShower is the most recognized of all virtual baby shower brands on the web, so we know our stuff when it comes to all things pregnancy and birth-related. If you’re wondering what to write for your birth announcement – or you’re seeking fun and unique birth announcement ideas – we’re here to help. Looking to announce a pregnancy instead? Check out our pregnancy announcements article.

Read: WebBabyShower makes it pretty easy to share a baby announcement

What to Include in a Birth Announcement: Ideas and Tips

No matter how you choose to announce the child’s birth, you should include a few basics when you do. 

1. Baby pictures: People will want to see baby photos, and you’ve likely taken a million already. Find one or two adorable photos to include. You’ll also want a picture or two of baby and mama or baby and parents.
2. Name: The second thing everyone will wonder about is the baby’s name. It shows personality and allows people to refer to the baby by the name you’ve chosen. If you’re still choosing a name, this part doesn’t need to be included. 
3. Stats and facts: A birth announcement will usually show the time and date of the baby’s birth, as well as how much they weighed when born. 

So, as an example,   you might write something like this:

Ideas to Consider on Birth Notice 

You might add many things to the birth notice, depending on your situation and what your family and friends need to know. It can be a good idea to mention when you’d like people to visit, or if you need some space. 

There are ways to ask for space and privacy,  while still being polite. You could say something like, “We can’t wait for you all to meet the new baby, but at the moment we’re exhausted. Send us a text to see when to stop by!” or “Please give us a call to see when we’re available for visits!”

You’ll probably also want to include the baby’s gender in the birth announcement. This may be something you’ve already shared with family and friends, but if not, now is a great time! 

You can also take this time to answer the question of how everyone is feeling. Are mother and baby healthy? Is everyone recovering well from birth?. People like to hear some details and know that everyone is doing well, so it’s a good idea to include an update if possible. 

It’s also great to include some personal stories or humorous details – like congratulating Mom on “conquering x- hours of labor”, or sharing a funny story about how Dad fell asleep at the hospital. Light-hearted touches like this help to make the announcement more personal. 

Last, be sure to thank your relatives and friends for their well wishes, cards, presents, and care during the pregnancy. If a community of people gathered around you and helped you transition to parenthood, let them know you appreciate it.

You can use the invite maker on WebBabyShower to help you create the perfect birth announcement. It’s a fun way to introduce the baby and say thank you to others! 

How Do You Announce a Baby on Social Media?

This is similar to a regular birth announcement, but you’ll use a social media platform like Facebook, Instagram, or both to introduce the baby to your friends and family. You’ll still add the baby’s name, birthday, gender, and other information such as weight and size if you want to. 

Announcing the baby’s birth on social media platforms is a bit less formal than sending out an actual physical announcement in the form of a card.  It also allows you to let more people know and tell everyone at once with less work on your part (however, it doesn’t have the same personal touch as sending a physical card or note might have). Sending physical cards to your closest friends and family while leaving the social media announcement for everyone else could be a good option. 

Birth Announcement via Text Message

Sometimes you want to quickly make an announcement for those nearest and dearest to you – so if this is the case then check out the examples of text message birth announcements in this article. 

Also, you can quickly tell everyone at once by using a WhatsApp Group to send a group message. Everyone can share their responses and congratulations that way. It doesn’t have to be a long text. Sometimes a photo and a quick note is the perfect thing.

Work Announcements

Sending a birth announcement through your workplace is slightly different and potentially more formal than when announcing to relatives. You’ll want to ask your employer what’s okay to do.

 Can you send an email to the entire department? Would it be better to let the company secretary handle this? 

Also, think about etiquette. It’s best to stick with facts and maybe a bit more formality in a workplace setting. Below, we’ll check out the best ways to tackle this:

How to Announce a Baby Birth in the Office?

The environment you work in and how close you are to your co-workers is going to play a significant role in how you announce the birth at the office. If your company throws work baby showers then you know they will be more than happy for you to send out a birth announcement. You might choose to do so in a casual way if your workplace dynamic calls for it, or be more formal if it does not. 

You might even send out birth announcements to your co-workers through the mail. Some good things to mention when you’re addressing co-workers are if you would like visits after a specific date, and how mother and baby are doing, everyone is healthy, etc. 

Most colleagues will probably be excited about the baby’s birth and be happy to wish you well. Although you can choose any way of announcing the birth, a simple email will probably be best in this case. You can add both parents and the baby’s name, and include the birthday. Although adding more is always an option, chances are this information will be enough for your colleagues. 

Here are a few baby announcement ideas for email wording:

To: All colleagues
Subject: Baby (name)!

To: All colleagues
Subject: Congratulations are in order!

To: All colleagues
Subject: Announcement!

To: All colleagues
Subject: Welcome baby (name)!

Simple Birth Announcements

• Welcome (baby’s name).  
• Introducing our little one.  
• Hello, I’m (baby’s name). 
• Meet (baby’s first name). 
• Hello world. 

Simple Thank You Birth Announcement 

This aesthetic birth announcement card is perfect for minimalists, with one adorable photo and crisp, black text. This announcement doubles as a thank you card, permitting you to thank your guests for your baby shower gifts while simultaneously sharing a cute picture of your newest addition. 

Simple Hello Magnetic Birth Announcement 

This simple black-and-white birth announcement card contains all the essential information – such as your little one’s name, date/time of birth, birth weight, and size – without any unnecessary fluff. It’s also magnetic, so your loved ones can post your little cutie to their fridge (no additional magnets required). 

Cute Birth Announcements 

• Our hearts are full of love. Welcome to the world (baby’s name). 
• Our little sunshine is here! Welcome (baby’s name). 
• Our newest adventure has arrived. 
• We are over the moon. 
• The wait is finally over! We’re excited to welcome (baby’s name). 

Hello Little One Birth Announcement 

This birth announcement is written in a beautiful calligraphy-style script, adding an elegant touch. You can add four photos of your baby (one on the front and three on the back) to send your loved ones into cuteness overload. 

Sunshine Newborn Birth Announcement

If your baby is as bright and beautiful as sunshine, this may be the birth announcement for you! This card is simple yet cute, with a smiling sun and calligraphy-style script. Perfect for a little one born in the summertime. 

Sentimental Birth Announcements

• They were right. There’s no feeling in the world like this. 
• First came love, then came you. 
• It truly was love at first sight. Welcome baby (baby’s name). 
• Our dream has just arrived. 
• Our greatest joy has finally arrived. We are pleased to welcome (baby’s name) to the world. 

Love at First Sight Birth Announcement

This sentimental birth announcement allows you to add three photos of your baby – a great option if your little one’s too cute to pick just one! The simple yet meaningful phrase, “love at first sight,” shows how much you adore your sweet addition. 

Greatest Gift Birth Announcement 

If you’ve wished for your baby for a while, this “greatest gift” card could show how thankful you are that your little one has finally arrived! You can write a personalized message on the back to make the card even more meaningful. 

Spiritual Birth Announcements

• Our greatest blessing 
• Our gift from above
• For this child, we have prayed
• God has blessed our family. Welcome to the world baby (name). 
• L’Chaim!

Lilac Religious Photo Birth Announcement

This announcement card is perfect for a family who wants a religious option that’s also cute and modern. The phrase “for this child we prayed” is versatile and can be used for various religious beliefs. 

Unto You, A Child Is Born Photo Baby Card

This card has text from the New Testament, appealing to those of the Christian faith. It references the Christmas story, making it especially appropriate for a baby born in December. 

Gender Reveal Birth Announcements

• Oh boy, he’s finally here. 
• There’s no need to be blue. Our little boy is here! 
• Tickled pink 
• We lovingly welcome our daughter (baby’s name) to the world. 
• It’s a (boy/girl)! 

It’s a Boy Full Photo Birth Announcement

Simple and to the point, this adorable “it’s a boy” card quickly reveals your baby’s gender. The card has a spot for your son’s name, birth date, size, and weight to give your friends and family all the details about your bumbling baby boy. 

Petal Baby Girl Birth Announcement Photo Card

This petal birth announcement is a piece of artwork with gorgeous watercolor flowers in pastel pinks and purples surrounding a photo of your daughter. Your friends and family certainly won’t mind putting this lovely card on their fridge (or even in a frame). 

Sibling Birth Announcements

• (Sibling’s name) has something to announce! (Her/his) baby (brother/sister) is here! 
• (Sibling’s name) was just promoted to big (brother/sister). 
• Hey guys. Meet my baby (brother/sister). 
• Little mister has a sister. 
• Every superhero needs a sidekick. (Sibling’s name)’s sidekick has just arrived! 

BBFs New Sibling Birth Announcement Card 

Is your child already BBFs with the new baby? Then, this may be the perfect announcement card for you. Feel free to include a photo of your eldest holding their newborn sibling, so your loved ones can see your kids’ special relationship firsthand. 

Brother Announcing Sister’s Birth Pink Announcement

A perfect card for an older brother with a baby sister! Add a photo of your son holding, hugging, or kissing his baby sis for an adorable touch. On the back, you can include three solo shots of the baby to give your loved ones a good look at your little princess. 

Baby Brother Birth Announcement Card

Let your newborn’s older brother or sister share the big news with this adorable birth announcement. The simple card includes one large photo on the front and crisp white text, making it an appealing option if you want something cute and modern. 

Seasonal Birth Announcements

• Our little boo is finally here. 
• Introducing our little pumpkin. 
• Dear Santa, is there room on the nice list for one more? 
• Silent nights are a thing of the past. Welcome baby (baby’s name). 
• It’s an especially happy new year with our new little (boy/girl/baby) in our lives. 

Christmas Wishes Newborn Kisses New Baby Announcement 

A Christmas baby announcement card may be perfect for a child born during the holiday season. Consider adding a Christmas-themed photo of your newborn to make this card even more festive. 

Fall Little Pumpkin Baby Birth Announcement Magnet

This cozy announcement card is perfect for a little one born in the autumn. Add a festive photo of your newborn surrounded by pumpkins or orange leaves to really get into the fall spirit.

No More Silent Nights Christmas Birth Announcement

This seasonal birth announcement references the classic Christmas song Silent Night. It could be an excellent option if you want a holiday birth announcement that’ll make your loved ones chuckle. The card comes in dark blue, light blue, red, and green, giving you plenty of festive options. 

Funny Birth Announcements

• I have arrived!
• Made in quarantine. 
• Hi. I’m new here. 
• Worth the morning sickness. 
• OMG we’re parents.

I Have Arrived Baby Birth Announcement

This funny announcement card is the perfect way to let your friends and family know your little one has arrived! The bold text and crisp white background will appeal to those who enjoy cards that are comical yet to the point. 

Hi, I’m New Here Cute Baby Birth Announcement

A perfect birth announcement for the new kid on the block! Add a funny photo of your newborn to send this card into silliness overload. 

Early Baby Announcements

• Ready or not, here I am! 
• Our sweet baby came a little early. But, just in time for us. 
• (baby’s name) couldn’t wait a moment longer – and neither could we! 
• Our baby arrived ahead of schedule, and we couldn’t be happier. 
• The stork came early. 

I’m Here Baby Photo Gold Dots Birth Announcement

This subtle early baby announcement card says, “I’m here,” informing your loved ones that your baby has arrived ahead of schedule. This card allows you to put three additional pictures on the back, so your friends and family will get tons of sweet pics of your new arrival.  

This One’s a Fighter Birth Announcement 

A perfect birth announcement for a preemie, this card demonstrates that your little one has been a fighter from the very start! It allows you to include your baby’s birth weight, length, and date, so your loved ones will know exactly when your little cutie entered the world. 

Late Baby Announcements

• Look who finally made it! Welcome baby (baby’s name). 
• So worth the wait. 
• Already fashionably late. Introducing (baby’s name). 
• Being pregnant for a few extra weeks was totally worth it. Introducing (baby’s name). 
• Baby (baby’s name) finally made (his/her) grand entrance. 

Worth Waiting Baby Birth Announcement

Did your little one want to stay in your belly for an extra week (or two or three)? This “worth the wait” card is the perfect way to poke a little fun at how your baby came well past the due date. You can choose between either pink or blue wording.  

Finally Arrived Baby Birth Announcement

This announcement card is another excellent option for a baby who arrived well past the due date, with the phrase “I have finally arrived” in bold black lettering. The geometric pattern on the back gives it a stylish and modern feel. 

Birth Announcement Quotes

• “Perfection only exists in babies and pastries.” – Gayle Wray
• “A baby is God’s opinion that the world should go on.” – Carl Sandburg
• “A new baby is like the beginning of all things-wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.” – Eda J. Le Shan
• “It’s hard to feel like much is wrong in the world when you’re looking into the eyes of a happy baby.” – Lisa Wingate
• “There are places in the heart you don’t even know exist until you love a child.” – Anne Lamott 

The Day Two Became Three Birth Announcement

For all my rhyme lovers out there, this one’s for you! The card comes with either a pink or white background, so you can go girly or gender-neutral. 

Less Sleep, More Love Birth Announcement

This funny card is perfect for parents who are already losing sleep from their little love bug. This card’s clean aesthetic will appeal to those who don’t like too much text. 

Birth Announcements for Multiples

• Twice the blessings!

• Seeing double
• Surprise! They’re twins. 
• Two cute 
• Everything is twice as nice – because we just had twins!

Twice Blessed Twin Birth Announcement

This adorable twin birth announcement allows you to put both twins’ names, birth weight, and size underneath their photo. On the back, you can post another photo of your little ones and a personalized message about your exciting twin journey! 

Meet the Babies Twin Birth Announcement

This elegant green card is gender-neutral, making it an excellent option for boy-girl twins.  On the back, you can post solo pics of each twin along with their names to give each one a special introduction. 

Final Thoughts about Birth Announcement Ideas

While planning out a birth announcement idea may seem like tons of work, it’s actually very fun, and you can quickly get something together using one of these ideas. If you aren’t sure about wording or are looking for an original idea, we’ve got plenty to help you get started. 

Using WebBabyShower is the perfect way to celebrate the pregnancy, throw a shower, announce the birth, and more! We offer virtual baby showers, a way to email all of your guests even after the event, and opportunities to add photos to your website after the baby’s birth. It’s the perfect way to celebrate with everyone you love from every corner of the globe.

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