What to Write in a Baby Shower Card
Who to Address
Does the baby shower invitation mention if both parents will be in attendance? Or maybe your gift is meant for both of them. In that case, address your card to the couple. Of course, if you are close friends with the mom-to-be, you can decide to focus on your special bond with her as you write your message.
Baby’s Gender
Is a little girl or a little boy on the way? You can tailor your message to reflect the baby’s gender. Or if the parents are keeping it a secret, stick to a gender-neutral message that can work in any situation.
How Close You Are to the Parents
Whether you’re a sibling, parent, or childhood friend, you likely have a special bond with one or both of the parents-to-be. Include an inside joke or fond memory as your write your baby shower wishes. A personal message always resonates the most.
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Gender-Neutral Messages
With a gender-neutral message, you can keep it simple and sweet. These baby shower card ideas are great if the parents-to-be don’t know (or aren’t telling) the gender of their baby. They also work for a gender reveal baby shower.
• Wishing you many blessings and joy your sweet baby with bring.
• Congratulations on the adorable new addition joining your family.
• Amazing people make amazing babies. We can’t wait to meet your little one.
• Your bundle of joy is already loved by so many.
• Congrats on this new adventure into parenthood.
• The days are long, but the years are short. Here’s wishing you many precious moments with your little one.
• Best wishes on the arrival of your first baby!
• You’ll both be incredible parents. Congratulations!
• Get ready to feel love like never before. Best wishes on your new journey.
• This sweet baby is already so blessed to have you as parents.
Baby Shower Card Messages Focusing on the Gift
• This crocheted bunny is like the one you had as a little girl. We hope she loves it just as much.
• Wishing you lots of sweet bathtime moments with this lavender bath set.
• Don’t let spit up get you down! These bibs and burp cloths should help.
• I hope this handmade blanket keeps you and your bundle of joy cozy and warm for many years to come.
• Who knew babies went through so many diapers? This diaper pail will help keep the stinky smells away.
• We loved this book as kids and hope your little one loves it too. Wishing you lots of precious storytime memories.
• I love your jungle nursery theme! These crib sheets will match perfectly with your decor.
• Here’s hoping these swaddle blankets will comfort your little one for nights of peaceful sleep.
• Every mama needs a comfy place to snuggle her baby. Please enjoy this relaxing glider.
• He might grow out of them in three months, but we know your little guy will look adorable in these elephant pajamas.
Funny Messages
If the parents-to-be are familiar with and appreciate your style of humor, consider writing something that will make them giggle. Here are a few funny baby shower well-wishes to write inside a baby shower card.
• Enjoy your moments of peace and quiet. They’ll be your last ones for a while.
• Great job creating a mini version of yourselves!
• Hello baby, goodbye sleep! Get your 8+ hours in now while you still can.
• Let’s grab lunch before you’re busy for the next 18 years.
• Here’s to dirty diapers, sticky floors, and a happy baby.
• We’re excited to meet your tiny alarm clock!
• We already know your baby will be cuter than all the other babies.
• Get ready for a new appreciation for the words "me time."
• The new ruler of the house is arriving soon!
• Keep calm and diaper on. You’re going to be a great mom.
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card for a Boy
If you know the mom-to-be is having a baby boy, mention that in your message. Check out a few ideas on what to write in a baby shower card when a little boy is on the way.
• Praying for an easy and safe delivery, and a healthy baby boy.
• A giggle, a toy, and a sweet baby boy!
• Oh boy! We can’t wait to meet your bundle of joy!
• Wishing you lots of energy to keep up with your little boy.
• We’re excited to meet the handsome new man in your life.
• Sending lots of love to you and your little prince.
• Mama, prepare to have your heart stolen. Congratulations on having a boy!
• The end zone is near! Congrats on the arrival of your future quarterback.
• Can’t wait to watch your family grow. Best wishes for you and your baby boy.
• Congratulations on the soon arrival of your darling baby boy.
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card for a Girl
A sweet baby girl is on the way. Take a look at what you can include in your baby shower card to congratulate the parents-to-be.
• Congratulations on your adorable mini-me!
• The princess is arriving soon. Wishing you lots of love and patience.
• We’re tickled pink to hear you’re having a baby girl. Congratulations to your and your growing family!
• Wishing for a baby girl who is as sweet and sassy as her mama.
• You’ll soon be wrapped around the tiny fingers of your baby girl.
• A precious baby girl will fill your heart and home with love.
• May your little girl have beauty, grace, and strength.
• Best wishes on the arrival of your baby girl.
• Whether your days are filled with tea parties or mud pies, enjoy the precious moments with your darling girl.
• Hip, hip hooray! A sweet little bunny is on her way!
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card for Twins
Is the mom-to-be expecting twins, triplets, or maybe more? Have fun acknowledging this in your written messages and well-wishes. Here are just a few ideas of what to write when multiples are on the way.
• Your home will soon grow by four feet!
• Get ready for double the trouble, double the fun, and double the love.
• You’re having twins! Miracles do come in pairs.
• If there is anything more exciting than having one baby, it’s having two. Congratulations on the arrival of twins.
• Twins means two sets of smiles to fill your day.
• Get your running shoes ready! Twins will keep you on your toes.
• Enjoy those extra snuggles! Congrats on having twins!
• Your family is growing in leaps and bounds. Best wishes on the soon arrival of your darling twins.
• Twins will reinvent your whole world. Enjoy every moment.
• May this new adventure bring days filled with play, hugs, and lots of love. Congratulations on having twins.
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card for a Close Friend
One of your favorite people in the whole world is having a baby, and you want to include a personal message in her card. Check out a few ideas if you’re a close friend or relative of the mom-to-be.
• From swingsets to college and now having children of our own. I’m honored to celebrate this new chapter with you.
• I’m so proud of you, and know you’re going to be an incredible mom
• To the amazing woman who can do anything: You’ve got this!
• Remember those wild nights in our early 20s? That was just mom training!
• I’m lucky to call you friend, and your baby is lucky to call you mom. Congratulations!
• Sending you so much love and blessings for this exciting new chapter. I’m here anytime you need me.
• I can’t wait to meet the mini version of my very best friend!
• You’re already such a fabulous friend, I just know you’re going to be an amazing mom.
• Dear little one, please sleep through the night and nurse gently. Love, your mom’s best friend.
• How lucky are we that we get to be moms together? I can’t wait for many future play dates.
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card From Grandparents
If you’re lucky enough to be one of the grandparents-to-be, you might have something special in mind for your message, especially if the mom-to-be is your daughter. Include a sweet anecdote or heartwarming message in your card. Need a little help getting started? Check out our ideas below.
• We’re proud of the beautiful woman you’ve become. We know you are going to be a wonderful mother.
• Are you ready for us to babysit yet? We’re so excited to meet our darling grandson/granddaughter.
• Babies don’t come with instructions, but they do come with grandparents. We are here for you.
• May you be blessed with a baby who is as sweet as you. You’re both going to be wonderful parents.
• We’re excited to spoil our grandchild and also be there for you for whatever you need.
• We can’t wait to be grandparents and shower you and our darling grandchild with love.
• Little boys/girls grow up so fast (we would know). Wishing you so many precious moments with your sweet baby.
• You can’t return them when they misbehave, but you can always drop them off with us.
• We’re beyond excited to meet our baby’s very own baby. We love you and couldn’t be happier.
• We’ve babyproofed the house and are already memorizing "I Love You to the Moon and Back." We can’t wait to be grandparents.
Be Creative
Don’t be afraid to craft a personal message for the parents-to-be. As you write your baby shower well wishes, you can include a funny story, fond memory, or something positive about the future parents. If you’re a parent yourself, any unique insight is appreciated as well. Have a card, but are still looking for a great present? Don’t forget to check out our list of the best baby shower gift ideas.
Jacqueline Mann is a freelance content writer with more than 10 years of experience in the communications field. In her free time, she enjoys trips to the library with her son, watching anime with her husband, and relaxing with a weekly yoga practice.
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What to Write in a Baby Shower Card
Before delving into specific ideas for the text, here are some factors to consider as you think about what to include in the baby shower card:
Simple Baby Shower Card Messages
If you’re not a wordsmith and just want to write something simple and sweet in the baby shower card, or you’re not super close to the mom-to-be, here are some messages to consider:
"I’m so happy for you."
"I can’t wait to meet your baby."
"Wishing both you and your new baby all the best."
"Your little family is about to get bigger and cuter."
"Wishing you moments of joy with your new little baby."
Baby Shower Card Messages Focusing on the Gift
Since a baby shower involves showering the mom-to-be with gifts as well as love and support, you may consider mentioning the gift you've chosen in your baby shower card message. Here are some ideas:
"Wrapping your gift almost made me keel over with cuteness overload. Just giving you a warning!"
"I’m overjoyed to shower you with this special gift I know you’ll love."
"When I was raising my little ones, I couldn’t survive without this item. I think you’ll find it valuable too."
"So happy to be attending your baby shower, and excited to be helping you load up on some goodies for the baby!"
Funny Baby Shower Card Messages
Being a parent can be a challenging job, and sometimes it’s nice to just have a laugh about it. If you’re absolutely sure the recipient of your baby shower card appreciates your style of humor, try one of these messages:
"Hope you have a nice baby!"
"In just a few months you’ll become a stain removal expert!"
"Say hello to your bundle of joy, and goodbye to sleeping in ever again."
"Thanks in advance for naming the baby after me!"
"Congratulations on being so creative! Can’t wait to see your latest project!"
"Don’t worry. After they turn 18, you can kick them out!"
"I can’t wait to see who the baby resembles more!"
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card for a Boy
If you know the mom-to-be is having a baby boy, you could choose one of these messages for the baby shower card:
"Oh boy! We can’t wait to meet your little guy."
"We hope your little boy is just as handsome as his dad."
"Snips and snails, and puppy dogs' tails — get ready for boyhood!"
"Your little boy is lucky to have two amazing parents who love him. Congratulations!"
"Here’s to lots of fun and joy with your little boy!"
"May your baby boy bring you loads of joy and troublemaking."
"It’s beautiful seeing your family grow. Cheers to a baby boy."
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card for a Girl
If you know the mom-to-be is have a little girl, here are some sweet wishes you can include in the baby shower card:
"Here’s to a bubbly baby girl to love and spoil. Congratulations!"
"Sugar and spice. May your new baby girl bring you everything nice!
"We’re all tickled pink to hear you’re having a baby girl. Congratulations!"
"Little girls grow up so fast. One minute you’re dressing her in princess outfits, and the next minute she’s trying on bridal gowns. Enjoy every minute."
"We hope your little girl will be beautiful inside and out, just like her mother."
"May your pink bundle be showered with everything splendid."
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card for Twins
If the mom-to-be has revealed she’s having twins or triplets (or even more), you could acknowledge this in the card. Here are some ideas of what to say:
"Double the baby, double the excitement, and double the trouble!"
"Sometimes the best things come in pairs."
"One baby is special, but two babies are super special."
"Now you have two reasons to smile!"
"Cheers to your babies!"
"Wishing you double the congratulations."
"Could there be anything better than two babies? Oh, maybe three!"
"Let me know if you need help counting all those fingers and toes."
"We can’t wait to see double the cuteness."
"Now you can look forward to four arms hugging you!"
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card for a Close Friend
If you’re a close friend or relative of the mom-to-be and would like to send a personal message of support, here are some ideas:
"Congratulations on your baby’s arrival! I know that you’ll be a terrific mom."
"From one mother to another, the moment you set eyes on your little one, you’ll be smitten forever."
"The unconditional love you’ll feel for your new baby will be something you’ve never felt before."
"After reading books and articles on motherhood, you’ll think you’ve prepared for everything, but the best lessons come with time — and I’ll be there for you whenever you need me."
"Congratulations! Mommyhood looks so good on you."
What to Write in a Baby Shower Card From Grandparents
If you’re one of the grandparents-to-be, you may have something special in mind for your message, especially if the mom-to-be is your daughter. Here are some phrases for welcoming a new grandson or granddaughter:
"We are overjoyed to welcome our baby’s very own baby into the world."
"Don’t you worry — we’ve babyproofed the house and have been practicing singing lullabies. Grandparenthood, here we come!"
"Babies don’t come with instruction manuals. But that’s what grandparents are for!"
"Grandbabies are always welcome in our home!"
"Remember, you can’t return them when they misbehave, but you can always drop them off with us!"
The Bottom Line
Composing the perfect message for a baby shower card won’t seem difficult once you start, especially if you think about the relationship you have with the mom-to-be and/or the dad-to-be. Also, if you have any details about whether the mom-to-be is having a boy or girl, these can provide inspiration for the message. Don’t be afraid to craft a truly personalized message, adding a funny story, a personal anecdote, something positive about the mom-to-be, or a unique insight from your own experience as a parent. This time can be both exciting and scary for new parents — and a little humor or a kind message of encouragement may mean a lot to them. If you want to call attention to a special gift you’ve purchased, feel free to tailor your message to include that in the baby shower card. If you’re still hunting for a present, check out our massive list of great baby shower gift ideas.