A card with a sweet message inside is a lovely token to give to a new parent, but knowing what new baby message to write a card can be tricky. Do you go for something funny, cute or inspiring? Or do you get creative with a new baby poem?
If you’re not sure what to put, then keep on reading. We’ve rounded up a collection of meaningful messages, quotes and general tips to help your message go the extra mile.
How to address a new baby card
There are a few different ways you might want to address a new baby card. Typically (and if applicable), most people will address both parents as well as the latest arrival too. Here are a few ways you may wish to address your new baby message:
• Dear [parent 1] and [parent 2]
• Dear little one
• Dear baby [surname]
• To the [surname] family
• To the new mum and dad/mums/dads
We'd also recommend leaving out touchy subjects - if you know the person you’re writing to has had a difficult birth, this is not the time to talk about it. Also, leave out any parenting advice or mention anything about having children in the future.
Simple new baby messages to write in a card
1. Welcoming your new baby with wishes of health, happiness and plenty of sleep.
2. The littlest feet make the biggest footprints in our hearts. Enjoy this love.
3. Congratulations on your beautiful new baby! I’m so happy for you, you will both be amazing parents. (modify if needed)
4. So ecstatic for you both on the arrival of your new baby! He/she is just perfect!
5. Your baby is adorable. Wishing you all the happiness.
6. Get ready to start the magical journey of parenthood.
7. Wishing you many congratulations on your new bundle of joy.
8. Congratulations on your new arrival. Good luck on your greatest adventure yet.
9. Really happy for you both. Bring on the dirty nappies and sleepless nights!
10. Well done on creating a mini-human being. Let the noise begin!
11. A brand new miracle to call your own! Congratulations!
12. So happy for you three. That’s going to be one lucky baby!
Funny new baby messages
1. Congratulations on your new baby – we will do something to celebrate in another 18 years.
2. Welcome to the world of Parenthood – the only place you can experience heaven and hell at the same time!
3. Just wanted to say a massive well done on the new alarm clock you produced.
4. Welcome to the new world little one – tell your parents I’ll see them in 18 years.
5. Congratulations on the arrival of your wonderful new baby and sympathies for your lady parts at this time.
6. Congratulations on your bundle of [poop] joy!
7. Congrats on being [9 months sober] your new baby!
8. Congrats mummy & daddy…let the noise begin!
9. Don’t worry about the difficulty of raising a child. It’s just as easy as running a marathon, doing your taxes, and wrestling an octopus at the same time… every day.
10. Raising kids is part joy and part guerrilla warfare. Have fun and congrats!
11. Now your world is about to change. A new baby will make your love stronger, home happier, days shorter, nights longer and bank account emptier. Best wishes for the future!
12. Your baby has the coolest parents in town, hands down. Congratulations to you both!
New baby messages to write in a baby girl card
1. May your life become colourful and filled with happiness and joy because today your best friend for life has arrived. Congrats on the birth of your baby girl.
2. Wonderful news about your new baby girl! I am sure she will bring tons of joy and happiness in your life. Congratulations and lots of love to the little princess.
3. So happy to hear the arrival of your baby girl, we are excited to be able to watch the little girl grow up and become a remarkable woman. Congratulations once again.
4. Daughters are always special; she will also be a daddy’s little girl and mummy’s best buddy. Congrats on being blessed with such an angel.
5. Get ready for the journey of a lifetime. Becoming parents for a baby girl is the most blessed experience. Congrats to you and your family.
6. Start the magical journey of parenthood with your baby girl, cherish every second with her. Congratulations on becoming parents.
What to write in a new baby boy card
1. The most amazing part of becoming a parent is being blessed to see a little of yourself in your baby boy every day.
2. Congratulations on the arrival of your son! At last, all your wishes came true. May the little guy be blessed with good health, happiness, and prosperity throughout his life.
3. I know you couldn’t wait to see your baby boy, and finally, he is here. Congratulations on becoming a mom to such a cute little boy.
4. Good wishes to you and your family on the birth of your baby boy.
5. Congratulations on becoming parents; he is indeed a cute and healthy boy.
6. Buckle up for those sleepless nights, diaper changes, and the endless joy of parenting. Welcome to the club and congratulations on the arrival of your baby boy.
7. Hooray! It is a baby boy. I am so happy for you guys and cannot wait to see the little guy. Congratulations!
8. Finally, the day has come and your baby boy is in your hands. I am sure you will be extremely happy. Congratulations and hope to see the little prince soon.
What to write for twins
1. Congratulations on the birth of your happy and healthy baby twins! They are going to be so close – it's just wonderful!
2. Double trouble! Congratulations on the safe arrival of your beautiful twins.
3. Congratulations times two!
4. Twice the smiles and twice the love.
5. Two peas in a pod. Here's to your future as a family!
What to write for adoption
1. Your child is truly blessed to have been adopted by two parents as loving as you both. Congratulations!
2. Your little boy/girl is going to grow up in such a warm and caring family. I can't wait to meet him/her!
3. Best wishes and blessings to you and your growing family on this wonderful adoption.
4. Congratulations on this new addition to your beautiful growing family. May the new member fill your home with blessings and happiness.
5. You have dreamt of parenthood for so long and finally, it becomes real. We are so delighted for you. Congratulations!
Quotes for a new baby message
1. Sometimes the littlest things take up the most room in your heart – A.A. Milne
2. Ah, babies! They’re more than just adorable little creatures on whom you can blame your farts - Tina Fey
3. Like stars are to the sky, so are the children to our world. They deserve to shine! – Chinonye J. Chidolue
4. A new baby is like the beginning of all things – wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities – Eda J LeShan
5. A happy baby has shining eyes. It walks open-hearted into the world and spreads magic. – Sigrid Leo
How to sign off your new baby message
Wondering how to conclude your card? There are lots of options you may wish to use to sign off. Here are some of our favourites:
• Best wishes,
• Take care,
• Warmest wishes,
• With love,
• Lots of love,
• Wishing your family all the best,