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What is the best message for a friend’s birthday?
The best message for a friend’s birthday is one that reflects your relationship with this person. Do you have a ton of fun together? Then send them something goofy that references a wild time you’ve had with them. Have they changed your life with their friendship? Maybe pen a few examples of how your relationship has changed you for the better. Whatever you write, make sure it comes from the heart!
What do you write on a birthday card?
A birthday card doesn’t need to be complicated but it should contain the following elements:
• A greeting: This can be as simple as stating "Happy birthday!" right up at the top.
• Best wishes: This section should include your key birthday message as well as reflections on your friendship, thoughts about this person, or hopes for their future.
• Closing message: You can end the card with a suggestion to spend time together soon or mention a gift you got them or are sending them in the mail.
30 Classic and short birthday wishes for a friend
Create cards for the people in your life with these thoughtful standards that fit well in any celebration message.
• Thank you for always being a friend I can count on. Happy birthday!
• Wishing my bestie the absolute best on their b-day!
• Cheers to more fun, more memories, and more cake! Happy birthday!
• I can’t think of a better gift than your friendship — happy birthday!
• Cheers to another trip around the sun! Keep on shining, bestie.
• You’re the brightest star in the galaxy! Happy birthday!
• Wishing my favorite partner in crime a very scandalous birthday!
• Happy birthday to my best friend in the whole wide world.
• Cheers to your own personal new year — let’s make it one for the books!
• You make our world a better and brighter place — happy birthday love!
• Enjoy your special day to the fullest, bestie!
• Wishing you a fantastic birthday and a wonderful year ahead.
• Today we celebrate you! Happy birthday to a real one.
• I hope all your wishes come true! Happy birthday!
• Wishing you nothing but love and happiness on your special day!
• I hope your birthday is as special as you are, friend!
• Go bestie, it’s your birthday!
• Get the cake and confetti ready, it’s time to celebrate the best person ever!
• May all your wishes come true today and always.
• Happy cake day, babe!
• It’s your special day — get out there and celebrate!
• Our age is merely the number of years that the world has enjoyed us!
• This day is all yours — have fun!
• Happy birthday to my ride or die! Love you, bestie!
• Wherever the year ahead takes you, I hope it’s somewhere with me.
• Here’s to more life, love, and adventures along the way!
• My best friend was born today! Where would I be without you?!
• Happy birthday to this dime in their prime!
• Happy birthday to my forever-young friend!
• Life is more fun by your side — happy birthday!
30 Funny birthday wishes for best friends
Your friends’ birthday messages will take the cake with this collection of cute and clever sentiments for funny birthday cards and captions.
• However old you are is the new 30. Happy birthday.
• Like a fine wine, we get better with age. Or maybe we just feel better about our age with a little bit of wine.
• Happy birthday to someone who is smart, talented, pretty, creative, and fabulous. I love that we’re so much alike.
• It is scientifically proven that people who have more birthdays live longer. Congrats on your success.
• At least you’re not as old as you will be next year. Happy birthday.
• Just imagine the things you’d want to hear on your birthday and then pretend I said them. Love you, babe!
• Your birthday outshines all the other 364 days of the year. Happy birthday!
• If things really do get better with age, then you’re nearing perfection. I bet it feels as good as it looks. Happy birthday!
• For your birthday, how about a fruit salad instead of cake? A fruit salad with mostly grapes – no, all grapes. Fermented grapes. Wine it is.
• I can barely keep up with everyone’s birthdays these days, but you better believe I’d never forget yours. Happy birthday to the best friend there is.
• A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away, the best person in the world was born. Happy birthday, bud!
• Best friend, we’ve been through it all. We’ve celebrated birthdays together from our diaper days as kids, and I look forward to our diaper days as adults. Let’s live it up while we’re young.
• Your birthday is a painful reminder of how old I’m getting. At least we’re in it together.
• Happy birthday to someone who is smart, talented, pretty, creative, and fabulous. I love that we’re so much alike.
• It is scientifically proven that people who have more birthdays live longer. Congrats on your success.
• Here’s to hoping all your candles this year don’t set off the fire alarm. Your birthday is gonna be lit.
• Another birthday, another year older. Don’t you think it’s about time we started to act our age? Well, I know exactly what you’ll say. Next year. Happy birthday.
• You’re not old. You’re just old enough to know better but not old enough to care. Happy birthday.
• Another year to prove that older doesn’t really mean wiser. Happy birthday.
• When I say, "have a happy birthday," you better freaking do it!
• Wishing you nothing but tacos and champagne on your big day, or whatever else makes it special!
• Can you hear that down the block? That’s me screaming, "HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!"
• We’re both getting old, but who’s counting? Happy birthday!
• If you’re getting old, that means I am too! Happy birthday geezer!
• Don’t think of it as getting older; think of it as becoming a classic.
• You’re older than yesterday but younger than tomorrow — happy birthday!
• Hey, you! It’s your birthday! Candles! Cocktails! Cake! Gifts! Can you tell I’m excited?!
• Don’t forget your real gift: everyone singing "Happy Birthday" to you awkwardly later tonight!
• How many birthdays have we spent together now? I guess it’s official — you’re stuck with me!
• Let’s party like it’s [insert your friend’s birth year]! Happy birthday to a true vintage!
24 Special birthday wishes
No one knows you like your best friends, so remind them of how thoughtful you can be with these tender birthday wishes.
• Today was the best because I got to spend it with you — happy birthday!
• I hope you’re beginning and ending your day with happy thoughts — happy birthday!
• Happy birthday to my favorite secret-keeper! Thanks for always keeping things interesting.
• I can’t imagine life without my best friend, and I’m so grateful for you! Happy birthday!
• Today a true queen was born and I’m so honored to be in your court. Happy birthday my royal highness!
• You are one of a kind and deserve everything good that this special day will bring!
• Happy birthday to my gorgeous, brilliant, and dedicated friend — keep living your best life!
• We’ve made so many wonderful memories together — here’s to a million more!
• Happy birthday to one of the most special people in my life and wishing you many more.
• I’m so grateful for your friendship and all the fun we’ve had together. Happy birthday, I love you!
• Happy birthday, friend! I hope you enjoy your big day to the fullest.
• Today should be a national holiday because it’s the day my best friend was born!
• I know we don’t live together anymore so I’m shipping you an abundance of love this birthday, bestie.
• May this day bring you all the joy you deserve. Happy birthday, friend.
• On this special day, I raise a toast to you and your future. Happy birthday.
• Don’t count the candles but see the light they give. Don’t count your years but see the life you’ve lived. Happy birthday my sweet friend.
• There are friends, and then there are best friends. Happy birthday to the best friend who’s ever lived.
• Today is my annual reminder that there’s no one like you! Happy birthday friend!
• I’m so proud of how much you’ve grown this year. Happy birthday.
• Happy birthday! Thank you for living your life in a way that makes every day worth celebrating.
• Happiness is seeing your best friend grow up with you! Happy birthday!
• Cheers to the nights that turned into mornings and the friend that turned into family. Happy birthday!
• Happy birthday to an inspiring person who is a shining example for all of us!
• Your year ahead is full of promise and potential — may you make it the best one yet!
16 Romantic birthday wishes
Is this the year that your friendship blossomed into romance? Appreciate your love with these soft and romantic statements you can send to your babe. You can also edit these for Valentine’s Day, Galentine’s Day, or Palentine’s Day cards and messages.
• Every day I spend with you is the new best day of my life — happy birthday!
• Taking a moment to feel gratitude for the day that we shared, and I patiently await what tomorrow has in store for us. Happy birthday, my love!
• "You know you’re in love when you can’t fall asleep because reality is finally better than your dreams." — Dr. Seuss
• No matter where you are in the world, I hope you feel my love. Happy birthday, baby.
• "The best way to remember your wife’s birthday is to forget it once." — E. Joseph Cossman
• "To give somebody your time is the biggest gift you can give." — Franka Potente
• Thanks for being my partner in all things, especially in celebrating you!
• I hope your special day bring you all that your heart desires, including me!
• Much like the way you entered my life, I wish you a day of pleasant surprises!
• Sending you birthday wishes wrapped up with all my love!
• Happy birthday to my number one! Here’s to another year of laughing and loving with you.
• I can’t believe how lucky I am to have someone like you. You make every day of my life so special. I can’t wait to celebrate your big day with you!
• The world became a better place when you were born, and I’m so honored to spend this day with you.
• Sending my love to the most wonderful person I know — you always bring out the best in me, and I love you for that.
• Happy birthday babe! You do so much for others, so I’m thrilled you can take time for yourself on your big day.
• You’re my one and only, forever and always. Happy birthday my love!
Free Adobe Express customizable templates for birthday wishes
Is your birthday card in need of some punching up? These free and customizable Adobe Express templates can be used for a variety of cards, signs, and social media content that will boost your loved one’s birthday immediately.
Simple Wishes
Wishing you all the best as you become parents!
Congratulations on this special time in your lives.
So excited for your new little one to arrive!
Congratulations on your little bundle of joy!
Congratulations on your baby!
Funny Wishes
Best of luck on surviving parenthood!
Welcome to the world of poopy diapers and sleepless nights.
Congratulations on adding a tiny new boss to your family.
Hello baby! Goodbye sleep!
Quotes to Use
“A baby is a blessing. A gift from heaven above, a precious little angel to cherish and love.”
“Making the decision to have a child is momentous. It is to decide forever to have your heart go walking around outside your body.” – Elizabeth Stone
Baby Boy Wishes
Wishing you lots of love and cuddles with your little boy.
Wishing your family lots of joy as you welcome the newest member of your family, a sweet baby boy.
Baby Girl Wishes
Sending our heartfelt congratulations as you become parents to a beautiful little girl.
May she bring you lots of love and laughter! Congrats on your new little girl!
Sugar and spice and everything nice- that’s what your new baby girl will be made of! Congrats on the arrival of your sweet baby girl.
I’m tickled pink for you! Congrats on your new precious baby!
Cute Wishes
May the stars align and your little one have a smooth journey into this world!
Sending you lots of love and cuddles as you prepare for your new bundle of joy.
Wishing your family all the joy in the world with your newest family member.
Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart. Congratulations on your new baby!
Heartfelt Wishes
What a wonderful blessing for you both!
May your little one bring you an abundance of joy.
Abundant blessings to you and your growing family!
Best wishes to you and your new baby!
Religious Wishes
God bless your little one with a lifetime of joy and love.
May your family grow in faith and togetherness as you welcome this special little one.
Wishing you lots of blessings as you embark on the journey of parenting.
Twins and Multiples
Congratulations on becoming twice as blessed.
Wishing you extra strength, love, and joy as you become parents to two little ones.
Sending our warm wishes for a lifetime of love and happiness with your adorable twins/triplets.
Double the love, double the joy – Congratulations on your new family of four!
Having twins is double the trouble, but it’s also double the fun!
Adoption
Celebrating the beautiful addition to your family.
Welcome to your new little one! Wishing you a lifetime of joy, love and happiness.
Congratulation on the special journey you’re embarking on together as a family.
Second and Third Babies
Wishing you lots of joy and love as your family grows with a new addition.
Congratulations on the newest member of your family! May your little one bring lots of happiness to you all.
Sending our love and wishes for a lifetime of joy for your growing family!
Signing the Card
Once you have your card filled out, it’s time to sign the baby shower card!
It’s best to sign off with your name, followed by your wishes for the parents-to-be.
Here are some examples:
With love and joy,
Wishing you all the best,
Sending hugs and blessings,
Best wishes,
Congratulations on your new baby!
Wishing you an easy delivery,
Hugs and kisses!
We can’t wait to meet your little one!
Congrats!
What to Avoid Writing in a Baby Shower Card
While you really can’t go wrong with you baby shower wishes, there are still a few things you might want to avoid writing.
Avoid being too personal and uncomfortable.
Don’t make jokes that could be misconstrued or offensive.
Stay away from cliches and generic phrases like “you’ll be the best parents!” or “can’t wait to see you!”.
Don’t write anything that might embarrass the expecting parents or their family. You never know if the baby shower card message will be read aloud at the baby shower
If you’re unsure of the gender of the baby, default to a generic phrase like “little one” or “little baby”
Lastly, while it may be tempting to give unsolicited parenting advice – refrain from doing so in a baby shower card.
Baby Shower Card Tips and Tricks
Now that we’ve covered all there is to baby shower card messages, here are our top tips and tricks to
Choose a card that best reflects the parents-to-be. If you know the theme of the baby shower,try to match the theme the best you can!
If you can’t be there in person, send the card a few days before the baby shower so it arrives on time.
Let your words come from the heart and make sure to express your excitement for their new arrival.
Don’t forget to sign off with your name!
Do you write a baby shower card to both parents?
We recommend writing the baby shower card message to whomever is listed on the baby shower invitation.
However, if you know both parents then you could include both on the baby shower card.
What should I write in a baby shower card to a coworker?
If you’re writing a card for a coworker, keep it professional yet personal.
Acknowledge the new chapter they are embarking on and wish them the best in parenting.
You could say “Congratulations on this exciting time! Wishing you all the joys of parenthood as you start this special journey together. ”
Final Thoughts
Sending a baby shower card is a wonderful way to congratulate the parents-to-be on the arrival of their little one.
Make sure to include thoughtful and meaningful messages that express your excitement for them as they embark on this new journey together.
Don’t forget to sign off with your name and best wishes!
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