What to Write in a Baby Shower Card

September 13, 2022

Estimated read time: 11 minutes

So, your Breast Friend or another awesome mama-to-be in your life is having a baby!

Eeek! That’s so exciting.

Another gorgeous rugrat to add to the crew.

If a baby shower is on the cards, then you’ve probably already hit the store and picked out a few adorable outfits, stuffed animals, or other cute baby gear. Who can resist the call of the baby section?

But now comes the card…hmm…how do you know what to write in a baby shower card? Something funny? Sweet? Sentimental? Words of advice? Is there etiquette for what to write in a baby shower card?

Fear not, Breastie. We’re here to give you all the inspiration you need to fill your pal’s baby shower card with warm wishes and words of sweet love.

How to address a Baby Shower Card

This is something that stumps a lot of people.

Do you address the card to the mama-to-be? The parents-to-be? The baby?

Check the invitation to see if there are any important details such as if the baby shower is just for the mom or for the couple. If you’re not sure, you can always send a quick message to the host to clarify. If it’s for the couple, then adding both their names to the card is the way to go. If it’s just for the mama, address it to her and think about the formality. You can always call her by her nickname or a cute name such as “To the awesome mom-to-be” or “To the mom of my future BFF.”

When in doubt, just writing “Dear (name)” is totally fine.

What to Write on a Baby Shower Card

OK. So what to write for a baby shower card should be easy, right?

You’ve addressed the card. First step done.

Now you need to figure out what to write in the card to show your love and support. Baby shower card messages don’t need to be long. Again, think about your relationship with the mom-to-be. If it’s a sister, daughter, cousin, or close friend, you can have a bit of fun with your message, including shared jokes and memories, and maybe even some heartfelt advice. If the expecting mom is a work colleague or someone you don’t have a lot of history with, then keeping things short, sweet, and caring is ideal.

In general, a baby shower card message should include one or a couple of the following, start by congratulating the parents-to-be:

Congratulations on the upcoming arrival
Your best wishes and love for her labor and delivery
Words of encouragement and support for her parenting journey
Something personal (either heartfelt or funny) that touches on your relationship with her or the couple
Some words of advice from your own experience of parenting (without sounding preachy)

Let’s look at a few baby shower message ideas to get the ball rolling.

Funny Baby Shower Messages

If you and your Breastie have a shared sense of humor then why not write a baby shower message that’ll make her chuckle?

“Hello gorgeous new baby…goodbye boozy nights out!”
“Enjoy every minute of your shower today. It might be the last one you get for a while!”
“I’m so glad you’re used to staying up all night partying with me…it’s great training for staying up all night with your new little party animal.”
“Hello precious new baby. Goodbye, precious sleep!”
“Just think, when you have your baby, you’ll actually be excited for your in-laws to come over! Hello, free babysitting!”
“Of all the people who’ve thrown up on you, your new baby will be your favorite.”
“I’m so excited you’re having a baby I can cuddle and hold…then give back to you when they start crying, puking, or pooping. Thanks so much!”
“Congratulations on your pregnancy! See you in 18 years.”

Sweet Baby Shower Messages

Adding a sweet baby shower message to your card is perfect for any mom-to-be, and is sure to melt her heart. Check out some of these messages for inspiration.

“I am so excited to see you both as parents. You’re going to be amazing!”
“With two loving parents like you guys, your baby is going to have it all.”
“Being a mom is the highest-paid job in the world. The payment is pure, unconditional love.”
“The magical journey of motherhood is getting closer. Enjoy every special moment.”
“I am so excited to celebrate this incredible new chapter of your life and I can’t wait to meet my new little bestie.”
“Wishing you all the best with your bouncing new baby. I can’t wait to shower them with kisses, hugs, gifts, and lots of love.”
“This little one is so lucky to have you as a mom.”
“I’m so happy to spend today with you and shower you and your bump with love.”
“Here’s a toast to the adorable little bun in your oven.”
“I’ve been lucky enough to call you my friend, and now this baby is even luckier to call you mom.”

Classic Baby Shower Messages that Offer Advice or Encouragement

A traditional baby shower message is a great option for co-workers, acquaintances, or pretty much any recipient. Keep the messages simple and heartfelt and you can’t go wrong.

“A huge congratulations and all the best to you and your growing family. I am so happy for you.”
“Wishing you an easy delivery and a lifetime of joy and happiness with your little bundle.”
“Remember, even though the days and nights might seem long, the years are short. Enjoy every minute.”
“Congrats on your well-deserved promotion to New Parent. I know you’ll adore your new boss!”
“Your family is about to get even cuter!”
“Wishing you only fun and sweet times ahead.”
“Congratulations on the bun in the oven. I’m overjoyed and can’t wait to give them all the cuddles.”
“Wishing all the best to you and your precious babe.”
“Sometimes the smallest things can take up the most room in your heart. You’re going to be the best mom ever.”

Baby Shower Messages from Grandparents

If you’re the grandparent to be then you must be SO excited. Here are some ideas of what you can write in your grandchild’s baby shower card.

“Here’s to you being blessed with a child as wonderful as you were for me. I am so proud of you and can’t wait to see you as a mommy.”
“They say that babies don’t come with instruction manuals. But that’s OK. That’s why they come with grandparents! We’re here for you every step of the way.”
“I have never been more excited for anything than becoming a grandparent. Thank you for this incredible gift.”
“It brings us so much happiness to welcome our baby’s very own baby into the world!”
“Thank you for promoting us to ‘Grandparents.’ We’ve already converted the spare room into a nursery.”
“You can’t return them if they misbehave, but you can always drop them off with us.”

Baby Shower Messages for Twins

So, your Breastie is having twins! Wow! Time to have fun writing a card to congratulate her for having double the fun.

“Congrats on your bundles of joy! I’m always here to lend a hand…or two.”
“Amazing things always come in pairs. I’m so excited to meet your adorable twins.”
“Remember, we’re never given more than we can handle. You’ve got this, twin mama.”
“Twins means double the fun, double the trouble, and double the love. I’m so happy for you and your growing family.”
“Twice the cuddles, and twice the kisses!”
“Two is always better than one. Wishing you guys all the best and a safe and healthy delivery.”
“Life just got twice as beautiful.”
“You’ve just been given two more reasons to smile.”

Writing the Perfect Baby Shower Message

When you welcome a new baby into the world, it’s one of the most exciting events, and one of life’s greatest joys.

When writing a baby shower card, writing something emotional with sentimental value will always be appreciated. Whatever you choose to write on a baby shower card, make sure that it comes straight from your heart. That way, it’ll always sound genuine, personal, and full of love.

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