Baby showers are great for expectant parents – and with the party comes a beautiful celebration, gorgeous gifts and thoughtful words in cards. Bringing a baby into the world can be a truly magical time, so you want your card to strike the right note.
Knowing what to write in a newborn card for a baby shower can be tricky on such a momentous occasion. And planning what to write in the card can be especially difficult if the shower includes a gender reveal, for example.
Finding the right card can also prove difficult – so give designing your own card a try with Adobe Express. We’re on hand with some inspiration and examples for both design and messaging to help you pen something perfect – whether for a family member, friend or colleague.
Things to remember when writing your baby shower card.
If you’re struggling with what to write in a baby shower card, it might be best to go back to basics. How you approach writing the card may come down to how well you know the recipient(s) – your note for your sister will likely be very different to the note for your colleague, for instance.
Here are some things you might need to remember:
- Who you should address, and how? If you know both parents, and it’s a joint baby shower, you will likely want to write the card to them both. If your colleague is expecting, you’ll probably only write the card to them. You will need to consider the circumstances here, of course. The mum-to-be may be a single parent by choice, for instance.
- First child? If this isn’t their first little one, you won’t need to impart any parental wisdom – they’ve been there, done that. But if it’s their first and you have any insights to share, this could be your opportunity. If you know them well, your parenting experiences may feel appropriate and helpful. Alternatively, a more general note on embracing parenthood might add a nice touch.
- Gender? If you know the baby’s gender, you can write a bespoke message in the newborn card. However, some people choose to wait until birth to find out the gender or will reveal it at the shower. Opt for cards and gifts in earthy tones, neutral palettes or colours such as yellow, green, orange and grey. If you’re worried about what to write in the baby shower card without knowing the gender, keep it neutral. Instead of boy or girl, simply say baby. ‘Can’t wait to meet baby (surname)’ is perfect.
- One baby or a litter? If the baby shower is for someone expecting twins or triplets, what you write in the card will be slightly different. Keep it positive – something like ‘may they bring you double the joy’ or ‘triple the cuddles/love’ sends a lovely message.
- What about sign offs? You might choose love, lots of love, best wishes, all the best, hugs and kisses – choose what you feel is most appropriate. Then the final sign-off will depend on how well you know the parents – send from just you or your whole family accordingly.
Editable examples of what to write in a baby shower card.
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Traditional baby shower messages.
Getting the tone right and knowing what to write in a baby shower card for a colleague or your partner’s cousin you’ve only met briefly can be difficult. Finding the right traditional message might help. Think Hallmark cards or things your grandma might say.
Keeping it simple could be the key – see if any of these hit the mark:
- ‘I’m/we’re so happy and excited for you.’
- ‘You’re going to be amazing parents.’
- ‘Wishing your new family health and happiness.’
- ‘All the best to you and your baby as you start this new journey together.’
- ‘I/we can’t wait to meet your baby.’
Baby shower messages for a boy.
If the parents have chosen to do a gender reveal, this might help you know what to write in the card. You may even want to design a card – remember that blue may be traditional for a boy, but many people have moved away from gendered colours or themes. Teddy bears, jungles and cute baby animals are all great options for babies of both genders.
You can have fun with the card message – try any of these:
- ‘Hoping your little boy brings lots of love and joy.’
- ‘I/we can’t wait to meet your little boy.’
- ‘Wishing you health, happiness and joy for the arrival of your baby boy.’
- ‘Your baby boy is super lucky to have such fantastic parents.’
- ‘So happy to see your lovely family grow with the addition of your little boy.’
Baby shower messages for a girl.
This is a great opportunity to tailor your message if you know the parent(s) are expecting a baby girl. Again, you don’t have to subscribe to the traditional pink hues in your card design. You might want to go for flowers, plants, animals such as giraffes or elephants, rainbows or a jungle theme.
Here’s some inspiration for what to write in the baby shower card:
- ‘I’m/we’re so excited to meet your beautiful baby girl.’
- ‘Here’s to your little one being as wonderful as her mum.’
- ‘May your little girl be showered with love, health and happiness.’
- ‘I/we’re so happy to see your beautiful family grow with the arrival of your little girl.’
- ‘How lucky she is to have wonderful parents who will love her very much.’
Free baby shower card ideas.
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Funny UK baby shower messages.
How close you are to the parent(s) will dictate how you frame your humour and how willing you are to be risqué with the joke. In-jokes with the recipient(s) might also be a great way to add humour to the card. When you want to write a funny baby shower card, you could try puns and wordplay – you could even include the card design in the joke you want to make.
Try one of these:
- ‘Our partying days were all rehearsals for nights with a newborn!’
- ‘I’m always on hand for baby cuddles while you nap. We’ll discuss my fees later!’
- ‘You’re so kind to name the baby after me!’
- ‘Payment for your new job comes in the form of smiles and cuddles!’
- ‘Just know the sleep improves and the nappies get worse – but you’ve got this!’
Baby shower messages for a coworker.
A coworker baby shower card could be for someone you don’t know well, someone you’re very close to and consider a good friend, an employer or an employee. Therefore, the nature of your relationship will likely affect what you choose to write in the baby shower card. The message should be work-appropriate, especially if it’s a communal card others will see.
Try to get the tone right depending on your relationship with the colleague – one of these might help:
- ‘Sending you the best wishes for your new role as mum/dad.’
- ‘Wishing health, happiness and joy for your new family.’
- Congratulations and best wishes for your greatest project yet.’
- ‘Good luck with meeting your new boss!’
- ‘Huge congratulations on your promotion to parent, you’re going to do a brilliant job.’