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What to Write in a Baby Shower Card

A baby shower celebrates a family about to grow. The best messages are warm, excited, and focused on the parents-to-be as much as the baby on the way.

Top picks

Congratulations, [Name]. So excited for you and this wonderful new adventure.

Wishing you a healthy pregnancy and a lifetime of joy with your little one.

Congratulations on your growing family. That baby is lucky to have you.

So happy for you, [Name]. Wishing you all the best as you prepare to welcome your little one.

Congratulations. Here's to new beginnings and a very full heart.

By recipient

coworker

By tone

warm

Quick etiquette

  • Congratulate the parents-to-be and wish the whole family well, not only the baby.
  • Keep it warm and encouraging; this is a time of joy, not advice.
  • If you are not close, a short, kind, and excited message is perfectly appropriate.

Frequently asked questions

What do you write in a baby shower card?

Congratulate the parents-to-be, express your excitement for them, and wish the whole family health and happiness.

What do you write in a baby shower card for a coworker?

Keep it warm and professional: congratulate them, wish them well, and offer a kind word about this exciting next step.

How do you sign a baby shower card?

Sign with your name or family name and a short closing like 'With love and best wishes' or 'So happy for you.'