A baby’s arrival always brings so much joy and excitement for friends and family members, especially if the woman expecting is having her first child. As the due date nears and your baby shower invitation arrives in the mail, you’ll want to start looking for the perfect baby shower gift and baby shower card to bring to the upcoming celebration. To help you write a great message for your baby shower card, we put together a list of our 50 favorite things to get you started with your message for the mommy-to-be sure to prepare her for motherhood and keep her inspired to be the best mom she can be.
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Traditional Baby Shower Messages
If the mom-to-be is expecting her first baby, add one of these traditional baby shower wishes to tug at her heartstrings. Becoming a mom for the first time is one of the most exciting times in her life and can be a little bit scary as she is going to be experiencing new things with a child. That's why its so important to reassure, and encourage her and her partner that they will be amazing parents and do a great job raising their son or daughter. Choose a cute design, personalize it with her name and add it to the card goes along with her gift, or use one of these quotes to write a card for her well-wishes box.
• Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! Can’t wait to see their beautiful smile.
• May you have a safe delivery and a speedy recovery. Best wishes to your growing family.
• Many congrats to the new parents-to-be! Wishing you a lifetime of happiness with your new baby.
• Your baby will be so loved and cherished! Can’t wait to meet the little one.
• Wishing you lots of love and happiness to you and your little miracle.
• Congratulations on this new adventure! It’s sure to be a great one.
• May your journey be one filled with love, happiness, and adventure.
• Welcome to the world, little one! You’re already so loved.
• May your life as parents bring you many blessings and joy.
• Best wishes on the arrival of your first baby!
Funny Baby Shower Wishes
Everyone enjoys a good laugh every now and then, especially if one is feeling anxious about a life-changing event. Having a child for the very first time, or expecting another one on the way comes with many adjustments and changes. If the parents-to-be enjoy a bit of humor, a funny baby shower message may be the way to go. A funny saying can help ease their nerves and get them excited about their new journey as parents, especially if it is their first child. But, even if the baby isn't their first (third!) addition to the family, these funny baby shower messages will ring true while adding some fun and delight.• Parenting: when hard labor and sleepless nights are paid in smiles.
• Life just got real! Buckle up, it’s sure to be a bumpy ride.
• I see scattered toys, tons of diapers, and sleepless nights in your future. Let the fun begin!
• The greatest gifts really do come in small packages. Congrats on your little one!
• Cheers to the new appreciation for the words "me time" you will soon have!
• Hope you enjoy your baby shower! It’s the last party you’ll be going to in a long time.
• Excited to see you’re having a baby, and even more that I’m not. I’ll drink to that!
• A baby makes love stronger, days shorter, savings smaller, and a home happier.
• Having a baby means you’ll finally feel excited about having your in-laws over.
• So you decided to have a baby? Great, can’t wait to meet your new master.
Baby Shower Wishes For Girls
The mommy-to-be is having a beautiful baby girl. Make the parents and their bundle of joy feel special with inspiring quotes on endearing baby shower messages for the new baby girl to come. When thinking about what to wish for the new mother, let her know that she will be a great parent and raise a charming young lady who will grow up to be just as intelligent and strong as she is. Or, you can simply wish for health and happiness, as those are two of the most important things any parent could ask for. Add these baby shower messages for girls if the gender reveal already happened.• Can’t wait to meet your beautiful daughter and best wishes to you both.
• May your baby girl have your grace, beauty, and strength.
• A precious baby girl will fill your heart and home with love and joy.
• Can’t wait to see your baby girl’s smile. She’s going to be one lucky princess.
• Wishing you a safe delivery. Know that your baby girl is already so loved by many.
• Boss ladies raise boss babies. Can’t wait to see you be the most amazing mom to your baby girl.
• God bless you and your sweet baby girl.
• A baby girl is the world’s most beautiful miracle. Cherish every second of it and best wishes to you both.
• May your little warrior be as fierce and sassy as her mama.
• Your daughter will now hold your hearts for the rest of your life. I’m excited to see you be the most wonderful parents to your little angel.
Baby Shower Messages for Boys
Choose one of these baby shower messages to celebrate the happy couple on the arrival of their little guy. Hype the parents up by expressing your excitement to meet and get to know their son, or add a little bit of humor to your wish by joking that trouble is on the way. These baby shower messages for boys are also perfect to use as an encouraging message on their guestbook or their baby’s first photo book bound to be filled with precious memories and moments to come.• We’re excited to meet your ray of sunshine. Best wishes on your baby boy’s arrival.
• Can’t wait to meet the new handsome man in your life. I’m sure he’s a keeper!
• Your little prince is so lucky to have you as parents. Wishing your family lots of happiness and health.
• I hope your baby boy’s life is filled with happiness, love and adventure.
• Oh boy! Let the adventure begin. Congrats on your little crusader.
• Sending lots of love to your little man. May he always be healthy and safe.
• Congrats on your new baby boy. With you as parents, he’s sure to be one handsome and kind little boy.
• Sorry dad, this little boy is about to steal mom’s heart.
• This baby boy is going to be the greatest blessing. Excited to see how much joy and laughter he’s sure to bring to your home.
• You’re having a boy! I’m sure it’ll be endless sticky fingers, plenty of cardio, and a home filled with laughter.
Best Baby Shower Quotes
• “And though she be but little, she is fierce.” –Shakespeare
• “A baby is as pure as an angel and as fresh as a blooming flower.” —Debasish Mridha
• “Making the decision to have a child––it’s momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking outside your body” —Elizabeth Stone
• “Every child born into the world is a new thought of God, an ever-fresh and radiant possibility.” —Kate Douglas Wiggin
• “Children reinvent your world for you.” —Susan Sarandon
• “A baby is something you carry inside you for nine months, in your arms for three years, and in your heart till the day you die.” —Mary Mason
• “A new baby is like the beginning of all things—wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.” —Eda J. Le Shan
• “A baby is born with a need to be loved—and never outgrows it.” —Frank A. Clark
• “You know what the great thing about babies is? They are like little bundles of hope. Like the future in a basket.” —Lish McBride
• “If evolution really works, how come mothers only have two hands?” —Milton Berle
Baby Sprinkle Messages
While a first child changes the parents' world, a second or third kid will do just the same. The baby sprinkle is a new twist on the the baby shower, and it's for the younger siblings and parents. Use one of these messages below to describe the unconditional love the parents-to-be are sure to feel upon the arrival of their second or third baby. Baby shower messages for second or third children can still hold the same beautiful wishes, but might might add a dose of humor.• You’re already such wonderful parents. Can’t wait to see you raise another amazing child.
• What could be more wonderful than having a baby? Having a second baby, congrats!
• Your family is about to get even more awesome! Can’t wait to meet your little one.
• Now that you’re pros, it’ll be easier, right? Congrats on your newest addition.
• You’re having a new baby? What’s wrong with the old one?
• Here comes more trouble! Excited to meet your newest little one.
• May you continue to raise wonderful children that fill your home with joy, fun, and laughter.
• Excited to see [NAME] become the most amazing brother/sister. Congratulations on your growing family.
• Can’t wait to witness the wonder that will come with your newest little one.
• So happy to know that there will be yet another mini you. I’m sure you’ll do just as good at raising your little bundle as the first time around.
Tips For Hosting a Baby Shower
Consult The Mom-To-Be
The easiest way to plan a successful baby shower is to ask what the mom wants. (It's always that way, isn't it?) To make sure this happens, create an organized list you can check off as you plan to make sure you don't forget any of the important details she mentions. If she doesn’t like being the center of attention, you might want to plan some non-traditional baby shower activities. Consider creating a fun baby-shower themed word find for everyone to complete or a matching game.
Send Invites Early
Sending your baby shower invitations at the right time will give your guests enough time to plan, RSVP, and go out and buy the perfect gift for the mommy-to-be. This will also help you when booking your caterer and making party favors. We usually recommend mailing them 4- to 6-weeks before the baby shower. Be sure to use one of our custom envelopes in addition to our personalized address labels featuring beautiful floral designs and classic styles to add a nice touch to the invite.
Keep Food And Drinks Simple
A baby shower doesn’t have to be extravagant to be memorable. Find a few tasty yet simple food and drink options and put together a beautiful table setup or snack bar. Consider creating a taco stand for everyone to create their own and serve light refreshments such as water, lemonade, and iced-tea. For some budget-friendly decor, consider searching for a few baby shower printables.
Create A Checklist
Planning a baby shower or big event of any kind needs to be organized, especially if there are many guests attending. Put together a checklist to stay on track of all those small baby shower details. If you’re co-hosting, be sure to split up the tasks by category such as food and utensils, decorations, and party favors to make your party planning a breeze.
Ask For Help
Event planning is a lot of work so be sure to ask for help from close friends and family of the mom-to-be who know her the very best. Keep in mind that many items such as creating a guest list, choosing the theme, and writing thank you cards can be left to the future parents. As the mother opens her gifts, be sure that you or someone else takes care to write down the name of the person that bought her a gift. This way, when it's time to write and send out thank you cards, it's easier for the mother to write them out.
Choose The Right Date And Time
Baby showers are usually held during the day and weekends. If you’re on a tight budget, we recommend scheduling your baby shower outside of meal times. This way, people won’t be expecting a full meal and you can stick with small treats like finger foods and light refreshments.
Baby showers are also held 6- to 8-weeks before the baby is due. This gives the future parents plenty of time to decorate the nursery with their new gifts and start planning for the baby’s arrival.
Plan Fun Games And Activities
Nothing says baby shower like tons of fun baby games and activities. An important factor to always consider when planning and putting together a baby shower is keeping all the guests who attend happy and entertained. Consult with the mom-to-be on the type of activities she’d like to have and be sure to add them to the day’s itinerary.
Now that you’ve gathered some inspiration, you’re ready to wish the new parents all the joy in the world with their little one. For a unique baby shower gift, print one of these baby shower messages on a canvas to create beautiful hanging wall art for their baby’s nursery. It’s sure to make a gift they’ll treasure for years to come.
Short and Sweet Funny New Baby Quotes
Your friends have welcomed a new baby into their lives and you want to extend a message of congrats to them. Whether you write these short and funny messages on a card, send them with a bouquet of flowers, or attach them to a gift, they are bound to make any new parent smile and giggle when they read them.
• Look who hopped on the baby train!
• You make motherhood look fab!
• Your baby hit the parent jackpot! Congrats you guys.
• Three cheers for your mini human.
• Heard you have a new roomie. Congrats!
• Prayers for your new baby and your sanity.
• Congrats on birthing your bestie!
• Cheers for the new kid on the block.
• This baby is the only person I will share you with.
• Congrats Boss Lady on your boss baby.
• Congrats on birthing the man of your dreams.
Funny New Baby Quotes for First-Time Parents
Being a first-time parent is thrilling and frightening. One of the best ways to send a message of congratulations to first-time parents is with humor. All anxieties will melt away with these funny well wishes.
• Welcome to the coolest club in town!
• Look who traded wine bottles for baby bottles! Congrats mama!
• Congrats on your new job title. Hope the baby boss takes it easy on you.
• We heard you traded sleep for sweet. Congrats on your beautiful snooze-stealer.
• Congrats on being able to pop bottles again, baby bottles of course.
• Hip hip hooray and three cheers! Let's plan something fun in about eighteen years.
• Today we celebrate your new baby and mourn your loss of sleep.
• You sacrifice so much with a new baby, but at least you gained those beautiful milk machines.
• Cheers to a lifetime of doody and memory making.
• Buckle up and let the ride begin, mama!
• Congrats and good luck on surviving parenthood: a scary hood indeed!
• We hope you love a good rollercoaster ride because that is what parenting is!
Funny New Baby Quotes for Parents of Multiples
Strong is the parent who has the willpower and determination to raise multiples! Show your support and humor for this unique undertaking with these funny new baby times two quotes!
• Twice the diapers and twice the fun! Congrats on your beautiful babies.
• Here comes double trouble! Let the fun begin.
• Two babies! Now we get to see what you are really made of.
• Way to give birth to genetic wonders. You are still so extra.
• Now that you have two, can we share?
• Wow! Two babies! I will never complain about my cat again.
• If anyone can handle multiples like a baddie, it's you guys!
• Thanks for the reminder to sleep while I can.
• Call anytime for help with the babies, except between 10 p.m. and 10 a.m. Some of us still like to catch our zzzz's.
• Two babies! We will pray twice as hard for you guys.
• Your kids prove evolution is flawed. Two babies and only two hands! Not fair. Best wishes for your survival.
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Funny New Baby Quotes for Parents Who Have Other Children
If you have pals who have recently added another addition to their family, they are likely busier than ever and running on a steady stream of baby cuddles and coffee. You might not be able to lend them a hand physically, but let them know that you are thinking of them and happy for their latest blessing with these hilarious new baby quotes.
• Looks like the pair of you have found your true talent! Congrats on baby number "x!"
• Whoa, baby! Another bundle of adorable.
• Bottles, loudness, music 24-7. Either you guys are building a family or a dance club. Congrats on the latest party animal.
• Another baby! Time to switch from a man-on-man game plan to zone defense.
• Looks like the inmates are running the jail these days. Send up a smoke signal if you need help.
• Way to get building an army, buddy!
• Cheers to the ringleader of the funniest circus in town.
• Congrats on your newest tax deduction.
Send Messages With Meaning
Having a new baby is a major undertaking, even for experienced parents. The emotions that parents feel when welcoming a new baby into the family can range from elation to trepidation. Sometimes a few simple words from a loved one can brighten a new parent's day, remind them that they are never alone, and help them power through those sleepless nights and busy days. Choose your well wishes carefully, as your words can mean so much to new parents.
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