What to write in a baby shower card
Emily Gulla
WriterFind ideas for what to write in a baby shower card, whether you want to write something funny or more serious, as well as inspiration for different family members.
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Knowing what to write in a baby shower card can be tricky – especially if you're a bit of a baby shower novice! Just like with any other card, a baby shower card doesn't need to contain anything elaborate; you're simply congratulating the parents-to-be on their imminent arrival, and perhaps taking the time to spend the day celebrating their unborn baby with them.
As for what to actually write in the card, this might differ depending on your relationship to the new parents, and what kind of vibe you want to give off.
Do you want to go for something funny or something a bit more serious like a religious message? Would you prefer a short and simple line, or a longer poem or quote? When it comes to relation, are you a soon-to-be grandparent, or an auntie or uncle to the new baby? Or maybe you're the new parent's BFF! Plus, you might want to tailor your message to parents expecting twins or triplets, or parents welcoming their second or third (or more!) baby.
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Whatever kind of message you want to write, we've got tonnes of inspiration below, so scroll through for 55 ready-made baby shower card messages. Easy!
Once you've written your baby shower card, the next thing on your list will be to arrange a gift! Take a look at our picks for the best baby shower gifts for mums-to-be here, and find tips on how to buy the perfect baby shower gift here. Plus, if you want to find a more unique gift, check out some baby shower gifts you never even knew existed here.
Now, time to get ready for those baby shower games... But first, take a look at what to write in your card:
Baby shower messages from grandparents
- It brings us so much joy to welcome our baby’s very own baby.
- Babies don’t come with instruction manuals. That’s why they come with grandparents!
- A new grandchild to spoil rotten! Congratulations – we can't wait to meet them.
- It feels like yesterday that you were a little baby in my arms, and now you're going to have a baby of your own! Congratulations.
- We know you will be a wonderful parent, and we can't wait to watch your little one grow up!
Funny baby shower messages
- A toast to the bun in your oven!
- Enjoy the shower today – it might be the last one you get for a while!
- Hello, baby. Goodbye, sleep!
- Sleep now or forever hold your peace.
- We looked up “amazing parents” on Google, and your photos popped up. Congrats and have fun with your new arrival.
- Babies are like a maths equation. They’re an addition to the household, they subtract the time you use to sleep, and they divide your patience in half! Good thing they add a whole lot of love. Congrats!
- I hope you are prepared for parenting's busy schedule of posting baby photos on Facebook.
- Congratulations on your bundle of poop! Oops… joy!
Baby shower messages from aunties and uncles
- Dear baby, welcome to the family!
- I can't wait for [insert name] to have a little cousin, and to watch them grow up together like we did!
- I'm fully prepared for my role as the fun aunt/uncle. Here's to ice cream dates and movie nights!
- Your gift: a voucher for a lifetime of free babysitting. You're welcome.
- Dear sister/brother, I love you so much and can't wait for the birth of your baby! Know that I'll always be by your side. Congrats!
Baby shower messages from friends
- What a lucky baby to have you as a mum!
- Here’s to new adventures! Wishing you luck and love.
- I’m so happy I could be here to share this exciting time with you.
- I'm excited for our babies to grow up together – just like we did!
- Thanks for making me part of your special day. Let the shower games begin!
- They say it takes a village. Remember that we're all here for you!
Baby shower verses and poems
- Twinkle twinkle little toes,
Perfect lips and perfect nose,
Whatever date and time it may be,
Can’t wait to meet your brand new baby!
- We can't wait to meet you (by Kelly Roper)
We can't wait to meet you
So we're gathered here today,
To shower you with presents
That you're going to need someday.
Until the day that you arrive
And we all get to see you,
We'll give your mom the support she needs
And eagerly wait to greet you.
- Congratulations, lovely mum
It’s great to see your growing tum!
Your baby will be such a treat,
And make your little family complete.
- Welcome to your little one
We know that you’ll all have such fun
May baby’s birth be safe and sound
And bring great joy to all around.
- Maybe a girl, or maybe a boy?
Here’s something to welcome your bundle of joy,
With lots of love for both of you
And blessings for your baby too.
Religious baby shower messages
- Congratulations on your pregnancy! God bless you and your beautiful new baby.
- Of all the blessings God sends from above, the one most precious is a new baby to love!
- There is no greater blessing than a new baby. God is trusting you with a precious gift. May he always guide you as you embark on this fantastic journey.
- A blessing from heaven becomes your miracle on earth.
- May the Lord bless your newborn baby and keep them safe. Guide your baby on their way. Take their hand when need be and fill your little one's heart with his love.
Short and simple baby shower messages
- Wishing all the best for you and your baby-to-be.
- Congratulations on your growing family!
- I’m so honoured to spend today with you, and to shower your little one with love!
- Wishing you a healthy pregnancy and an easy delivery.
- Can’t wait to meet baby!
- We couldn’t be happier for you. Congratulations on your pregnancy.
Baby shower messages for twins and multiples
- Double trouble! Sending you tons of love on the new additions to your family!
- Nappies and bottles times two! Congrats!
- Double the giggles and double the grins, double the trouble if you’re blessed with twins!
- You had to have [two/three] babies? Overachiever! Congrats!
- Good things come in threes! Congratulations on your pregnancy!
Baby shower messages for second baby and beyond
- Now the stork knows where you live! May your second child bring as many blessings as your first.
- For the older sibling: We know you’re going to be the best big brother/sister and have lots of fun with your new baby brother/sister.
- Babies are wonders, babies are fun, congratulations on adding another one.
- Roses are red, violets are blue, congratulations on baby number two!
- Your family is growing! Congratulations on your newest addition.
Baby shower card quotes
- “Children bring us a piece of heaven on earth.” —Roland Leonhardt.
- “A new baby is like the beginning of all things: wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.” –Eda J. LeShan.
- “It is a smile of a baby that makes life worth living.” —Debasish Mridha.
- “Motherhood: All love begins and ends there.” –Robert Browning.
- “Babies are bits of stardust, blown from the hand of God.” - Larry Barretto.
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