25 Creative Ideas for Your Baby Shower Card in 2024

After finding an awesome baby shower gift, your final task is to find the perfect baby shower card, and write a heartfelt message inside it.

So, what exactly should a baby shower card look like, and what should you say?

The best baby shower cards tend to be brief and sweet, with a few personal touches. You can share a favorite memory with the parents-to-be, a special quote or poem, or a little advice to help them on their parenthood journey. Whatever you end up writing, make sure to sign the card with your name and well-wishes.

Now let’s go through the different types of baby shower cards, card-writing etiquette, and message ideas to help you master the art of writing the perfect baby shower card.

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Types of Baby Shower Cards You Can Send

Baby shower cards vary widely, depending on your relationship with the parents-to-be, your personality, and other factors. Some of the most common types you can choose from include:

  • Traditional baby shower cards. These are the classic, run-of-the-mill baby shower cards you are most likely familiar with, featuring cute designs and sweet messages.
  • Funny baby shower cards. Do you want to provide the parents-to-be with some comic relief? Then, consider choosing a funny baby shower card featuring a witty joke or pun. These can be a great stress-reliever!
  • Personalized baby shower cards. Make your baby shower card extra special by adding personalizations, such as the parents-to-be’s names, a personal message, or a special photo.
  • Handmade baby shower cards. If you are an arts and crafts aficionado, consider making your own card. All you’ll need are some basic materials – like paper, scissors, and glue – to create an adorable card.
  • E-cards. If you’re on a tight budget, virtual baby shower cards may be the way to go. E-cards are convenient, super easy to send, and many of them are free, saving you time and money.
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How to Write a Baby Shower Card – The Etiquette

When writing a baby shower card, you want to ensure your message is thoughtful and appropriate. Here are some handy etiquette guidelines to help you write the perfect card:

  • Keep it brief. The parents-to-be will likely have plenty of sweet cards to read at their baby shower. So, it’s nice to keep your message brief and to the point so they can get through all of their cards.
  • Be positive and upbeat. Baby showers are happy occasions, celebrating a new life entering the world. So, try to keep your message happy, upbeat, and free from negativity. Focus on the joy and excitement of the new arrival.
  • Be personal. Baby shower cards are more meaningful for the parents-to-be when you include a personal touch. You can write your favorite memory of the future parents, a special quote or poem, or some helpful advice.
  • Sign the card. Don’t forget to sign the card with your name and well-wishes. Include a sweet send-off message, demonstrating your love and support.

Following these guidelines will help ensure your card is thoughtful, appropriate, and well-received. Hopefully it’ll also bring a smile to the future parents’ faces!

Baby Shower Card Ideas

There’s nothing worse than being paralysed by choice – and when it comes to baby shower card ideas, there are many to choose from! That’s why we’ve given a brief overview of some creative baby shower card ideas, to help you narrow down your search and give you a little inspiration.


Boy Baby Shower Card Ideas and Inspiration

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What better way to celebrate a bouncing baby boy than with an adorable baby shower card?

One idea is to write a message related to the baby shower theme. For example, if the parents-to-be have a dinosaur baby shower, you could say, “Your little boy is going to be dino-mite!”

Another option is to write a simple message congratulating them on having a son. Or, write a funny truism about baby boys, such as how they are always getting into something. 

As for the card, you can choose a traditional blue card featuring cars, dinosaurs, superheroes, or other classic boy themes. If you know the baby shower’s color scheme, you can choose a card in the same colors for an aesthetic touch. 

Here are a couple of sweet boy baby shower card ideas you can use: 

  1. Your little prince has arrived! We can’t wait to meet him. 
  2. We hope your bumbling baby boy provides you with a lifetime of laughter, cuddles, and smiles. 
  3. Sending you all of our love as you welcome a beautiful baby boy into the world. 
  4. Your little angel is almost here! We can’t wait to meet your newest blessing. 
  5. Baby boys are so much fun! Wishing you happiness on this new and great adventure. 

Girl Baby Shower Card Message Ideas

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Having a baby girl is an exciting time for many parents, deserving of an adorable (and meaningful) baby shower card. 

Like for boys, you can write a message relating to the baby shower theme. For example, if the baby shower is princess themed, you could say “We are so excited to meet your little princess.” 

If you’d prefer to keep it simple, write something about how special it is to have a daughter or how lucky their baby girl will be to have such amazing parents. 

For the card itself you can get a classic girly pink card featuring flowers or a cartoon princess. Or, for a more modern take, get a card with rainbows, plants, baby animals, or another gender-neutral theme. 

Here are some sweet baby shower card ideas for a girl: 

  1. Wishing you so much joy as you prepare to welcome your little princess into the world. 
  2. Congratulations on your beautiful baby girl. We hope she brings you tons of laughter, love, and blessings! 
  3. Sending you all of our love and congratulations. Your daughter will be the light of your world. 
  4. May your daughter’s arrival bring laughter, cuddles, and tons of happy memories. 
  5. We hope your baby shower is filled with happiness, love, and tons of gifts for your little princess.

Twin Baby Shower Cards Ideas

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When writing a baby shower card for twins, try to focus on what’s special about having two babies at once. 

For example, twins mean the parents will have twice the fun since they watch two of their children grow up simultaneously. Additionally, twins have a ready-made best friend from the moment they are born. Try to incorporate these ideas into your card’s message. 

As for the card itself, you can buy twin-themed baby shower cards in-person or online. They often feature doubles of things – such as “two peas in a pod” or “two little cuties.” You can choose a card that coincides with the parents-to-be baby shower theme or just pick a cute one that’s twin related. 

Here are some potential baby shower card ideas for twins: 

  1. Double the blessings and double the love. We can’t wait to meet your babies-to-be! 
  2. Congratulations on the arrival of your two bundles of joy. We hope they bring you endless happiness and love.
  3. We are so excited for you to embark on your twin-raising adventure. May your journey be filled with laughter, happiness, and many unforgettable moments. 
  4. Congratulations on your growing family. May your twins provide you with double the blessings! 
  5. Sending you our warmest congratulations for your beautiful twins. We can’t wait to see them grow and blossom. 

Baby Shower Card Messages for a Close Friend

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When writing a baby shower card for a close friend, it’s ok to get a little more personal and focus on the special bond you share. Let them know that you love them, support them, and are excited to be a part of their parenthood journey. Doing so will likely mean a lot to your friend. 

Feel free to write more informally than you would for an acquaintance. Try to write in the way you usually talk to your friend. Writing carefully curated pleasantries won’t be as meaningful as writing a special memory, a meaningful piece of advice, or a private joke in your unique style. Don’t forget to sign off your card with your name and well-wishes for your close friend’s parenthood journey. 

Here are some cute baby shower card ideas you can incorporate into your message for your close friend: 

  1. We are wishing you so much joy, happiness, and love as you begin your parenting journey. Thank you so much for including us in this special time. 
  2. May your baby shower be filled with all of the love, laughter, and joy – you deserve it! We are so excited to celebrate with you. 
  3. Congratulations on the arrival of your sweet little baby. We will be here for you every step of the way. 
  4. Sending all of our love and joy to you and your newest addition. We are so excited to watch your family grow. 
  5. We hope your baby brings you endless amounts of joy. We can’t wait to meet your little blessing!

Funny Baby Shower Card Ideas

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Funny baby shower cards are a great way to relieve some of the future parents’ pre-baby stress. Try to write jokes or puns that are light hearted and fun. You can poke a little fun at normal things parents go through – such as sleepless nights or endlessly changing dirty diapers.

Accompany your message with a funny pre-made baby shower card. Or, if you’re feeling extra creative, try making your own using magazine cutouts or funny photos of the parents to be. Adding funny baby photos of the future parents could be a cute (and hilarious) touch!

Here are some funny baby shower card ideas you can try:

  1. Wishing you luck as you prepare for all of those dirty diapers and long, sleepless nights. Trust me, it’ll all be worth it! 
  2. Congrats on the arrival of your little bundle of joy (and all of the diaper explosions, spit-up, and accidents that come with it)! 
  3. Sending you all of our love and well-wishes as we celebrate your newest blessing. Thanks for giving us another excuse to eat cake. 
  4. Having a baby is just like a rom-com (just with lots more poopy, spit-up messes). We hope parenthood is greater than you could’ve ever imagined. 
  5. Sending you well wishes as you prepare to be outmatched and out-cuted by your newest addition.
webbabyshower team chelsea nelthropp

Chelsea previously worked with special needs children before transitioning to her current passion, freelance writing. She’s written on a plethora of topics and enjoys the diversity of her work. In her free time, Chelsea enjoys hiking, creating artwork, and reading true crime.

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