A new addition to the family is, as the saying goes, a genuine bundle of joy – and sharing the excitement of an imminent new arrival with friends, family, and loved ones is a joy in and of itself.
But for something as huge and life-changing as an actual new human, how do you share the news? Sometimes a call won’t cut it; a text is too traditional, and a WhatsApp just won’t do. Instead, you might want some fun pregnancy announcement ideas – and, well, you’ve landed on this blog, so we guess you probably do!
From photo ideas to what to write on your social media captions, we’ve pulled together some of our favourite ways to shout about your new arrival. Whether you want funny pregnancy reveal ideas or cute and heartfelt ways to share your news with the world, we’ve got you covered. And, of course, make sure that you check out our bestselling new baby cards for some additional inspiration!
When to announce that you’re pregnant
Of course, you can announce your pregnancy whenever you want to – it’s your body, your baby, and your life! – but many parents choose to wait a little while before they announce. It’s entirely your choice; you might want to wait until the first ultrasound, or until you and your partner know the baby’s sex. Here are a few stages where you might want to plan in your pregnancy announcement:
- The end of the first trimester: The first trimester is the first 12 weeks of the pregnancy. Some parents wait until this point for a pregnancy announcement, because unfortunately the risk of miscarriage can be higher before this point.
- The first ultrasound: In the UK, you’ll usually have two scans: one between 11-14 weeks, and one at 18-21 weeks. The first ultrasound (which coincides with the end of your first trimester) is also when you’ll have your first little photo of your baby from the scan, which is a lovely detail to include in your baby announcement!
- The second ultrasound: You might want to wait until your second ultrasound, which is a bit more detailed and checks on your baby’s physical development, to make your happy news public.
- When you know the baby’s sex: You can usually find out the sex of your baby at your second scan, though you’ll need to check with your midwife or sonographer to make sure that this is something they can do. If you’re planning a big reveal, then make sure you’ve read our guide to planning a gender reveal party, too!
Funny pregnancy announcement ideas
Looking for some cute and funny pregnancy announcement ideas? Here are some options!
Pet announcement ideas
Okay, they’re fur babies, not actual babies, but our four-legged friends are a huge part of our lives and our families – so having your pets involved in the announcement is a really sweet way to share your news.
Have your dog pose alongside your scan photo or sign, or (doggie temperament willing) have them cuddle up in a crib or bassinet!
Caption ideas:
- Guard dog duty starting in [x] months…
- [pet name] is going to be a big brother/sister
- My mum and dad are getting me a human!
- What to expect when your humans are expecting
- The cat’s out of the bag… we’re having a baby!
Seasonal pregnancy announcements
Tying your announcement in with the seasons is a super cute way to mark your big news! Here are some of our favourite seasonal pregnancy announcement ideas, complete with captions and cute ways to pose in a photo.
Spring baby announcements
If it’s spring when you find out you’re expecting, then head out and snap a photo of your bump or of your family amongst some bright spring flowers! Cute caption ideas for this one:
- Baby in bloom!
- Spring is in the air, and we have some news to share…
- Roses are red, violets are blue, and we have some news to share with you!
Summer pregnancy announcement ideas
Nothing says summer like the beach – so if you’re announcing a pregnancy during summer, here are some sweet ideas for how to share your news.
- Take your sonogram, baby onesie, and some teeny tiny baby shoes to the beach for a pretty summer-inspired flat lay photo
- Write your little one’s due date in the sand and take a photo
- Pose alongside surfboards with the cute caption ‘Baby on board!’
- Get a custom t-shirt or a sign saying ‘Beach bump’ and pose for a photo
- Take a photo of the two of you lounging on the beach, with the caption ‘Future beach bum, due [date]’
Not a beach kind of person? For a sweet summer-themed announcement idea, you can easily create a pretty flatlay with sunflowers, green grass, and your ultrasound photos.
Autumn pregnancy announcements
Posing with a pumpkin is a super cute way to announce even before you’ve got a bump to show off! You could pose in a pumpkin patch, or a pile of leaves, or take a photo of your scan picture with all of the autumnal accessories.
Here are some announcement and caption ideas for autumn baby announcements:
- A little pumpkin is on the way!
- We’re adding another pumpkin to our patch
- Bonfire snuggles and baby cuddles
- We’re brewing up something new…
- New little boo is due [date]
- It’s not a trick – our little treat is due [date]
Winter pregnancy announcement ideas
Announcing your pregnancy around Christmas, or in the winter seasons? Here are some sweet and seasonally-appropriate ways to announce your bundle of joy!
- Our little snowflake is on the way
- The more the merrier!
- One more reason to be merry
- It’s the most wonderful news of the year
- No more silent nights! Baby [surname] is on the way
- The best gifts don’t come under the Christmas tree
Second baby announcement
If you’re becoming a parent for the second time around, here are some cute options for announcing, whether you add one of these to your social media caption or create signs and pegboards for your first little one to hold in the photo!
- Less sleep, more love – baby number 2 is on the way
- Oops… we did it again
- Only-child expiration date: [due date]
- Here we grow again!
Pregnancy announcement quotes
Sometimes, a quote says it best – and here are some beautiful options for sharing your news with loved ones.
- “As soon as I saw you, I knew a grand adventure was about to happen.” – Winnie the Pooh, A.A. Milne
- “Everything grows rounder and wider and weirder, and I sit here in the middle of it all and wonder who in the world you will turn out to be.” – Carrie Fisher
- “Words cannot express the joy of new life.” – Hermann Hesse
- “Babies are bits of stardust, blown from the hand of God.” – Larry Barretto
- “Babies are such a nice way to start people.” – Don Herold
- “I love you forever. I’ll like you for always. As long as I’m living, my baby you’ll be.” – Robert Munsch
- “A new baby is like the beginning of all things — wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.” – Eda J. Leshan
We hope these pregnancy announcement ideas have given you plenty of inspiration, and that you’ve found the perfect way to tell your loved ones of your happy news!
Of course, this is just the first step in your journey – so soon you might find that you need our guides on what to write in a baby thank you card, or how to plan a baby shower!
