Announcing your baby's arrival is one of the sweetest to-dos on the new-parent list — and also one of the most surprisingly tricky. What do you actually write? How formal should it be? Who needs to get one? Take a breath. We've got birth announcement wording ideas for every style, plus three printable birth announcement designs that make the whole thing take minutes.
Birth Announcement Wording for Our 3 Printable Designs
Each of our printable designs comes with a classic sentiment built in. Here are wording examples to pair with each one:
1. “Hello World” — casual and modern:
“Baby girl, meet the world! Hello, I'm Olivia Grace. Born September 14, 2026 · 7 lbs 4 oz · 19 inches. Loved beyond measure by Emma & James.”
2. “Our Little Miracle Has Arrived” — heartfelt and traditional:
“Our little miracle has arrived! We are overjoyed to announce the birth of our son, Noah Alexander. September 14, 2026 · 8 lbs 1 oz · 20 inches. With love, the Carter family.”
3. “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” — sweet and whimsical:
“Twinkle, twinkle, little star — our wishes have come true! Welcome, Mia Rose. Born under a lucky star on September 14, 2026, weighing 6 lbs 12 oz. Love, proud parents Sarah & Michael.”
What to Include on Any Birth Announcement
No matter which design you choose, most announcements include:
- Baby's full name
- Birth date (and time, if you like)
- Weight and length
- Parents' names
- A favorite newborn photo
- Optional: siblings' names, a short thank-you, or your family name
Who to Send Birth Announcements To
Send them to grandparents and great-grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins, close friends, your birth team (midwife, doula, or OB), close coworkers, and anyone who sent a gift or a meal. Pro tip: there's no required order — but try to send them within the first month or two while the news is fresh. Keep a list of recipients so writing thank-you notes later is easy.
Printing Tips for Perfect Announcements
Print at home on white or cream cardstock (65–80 lb) for a sturdy, keepsake feel — choose “Actual size” and your printer's best-quality setting. Or upload the files to a drugstore photo center for professional 5x7 prints in about an hour. Trim with a paper trimmer for crisp edges, and pair with kraft or white envelopes for a finished look.
Announce Your Little One Today
The Birth Announcements set — all 3 printable designs — is just $7.99. Get the printable birth announcements here: download tonight, print tomorrow, and share your happy news with everyone you love.