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Updated Jan 2025\u00a0<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Is a baby on the way? Congrats!! Your life is about to become much more beautiful (and exhausting). Sharing the news of your little bundle’s arrival is probably on your mind; friends and family will be eagerly awaiting the exciting news.<\/p>\n

Parents are planning to make the perfect announcement well ahead of time. But it can be hard to know what to say, when, and how to say it. Especially within a few hours of birth \u2013 you’re feeling overwhelmed and probably exhausted, so you’re probably not feeling very creative. With social media, it has never been easier to announce your baby’s arrival \u2013 but you still need to make it perfect!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The etiquette around birth announcements on social media is a little wishy-washy, so we want to ensure you share the news flawlessly. Here is a list of birth announcement ideas, captions and etiquette.<\/span><\/p>\n

We must keep in mind multi-generations who may not be on social media and respect their role (nobody wants grandma to find out after the neighbours down the street).\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n


\n<\/span>Etiquette Tips for Sharing the News of Your Baby’s Birth:<\/span><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n
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  1. Always announce to immediate family first, with a phone call. This is respectful to the members of your family who will play a key role in babies’ life. If these members aren’t at the birth, it’s a good rule to make sure they receive a phone call \u2013 before ANY other announcements have been made. Some things in life require a call, not a text, and this is one of them.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Dads and partners- never share the news online without talking with your partner and getting their approval.<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. NEVER share a picture of a new mom that she hasn’t approved of!<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
    Birth Announcement Etiquette Tip if you’re not the parents:<\/span><\/u><\/strong><\/h5>\n

    Never<\/b>\u00a0share photos without permission<\/span><\/strong>.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span>With sharing on social media becoming such second nature to everyone, it’s hard to forget that not everyone shares online. Many parents are choosing to keep their kids off social media, which needs to be respected. Parents are being highly cautious about what they share, as well as the privacy settings of their accounts. So, while they may share a photo of their baby online- it isn’t an invitation for you to do the same. Your connections are not their connections, and they don’t know your privacy settings unless you get permission; never share photos online, even if the parents already have.\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    What if things don’t go as planned?<\/span><\/u><\/strong><\/h5>\n

    This can happen, and it’s never planned and always catches parents off-guard. A NICU stay can occur if the baby arrives early or has some complications. It can be a tricky area to navigate when it comes to announcing.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Nobody can tell you the best etiquette here; it’s too personal, and each story differs. Some people post the birth announcement with a note stating they look forward to bringing the baby home. Other families announce the baby’s arrival the day they “graduate” from the NICU. Whatever the situation, you will only know what is best for you and your family. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    What we can stress: If you are not the parents, no matter how excited you are, do not post or share the information. It’s very poor taste. Instead, please speak with the parents, and follow their lead.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    How to Select a Photo For Your Birth Announcement:<\/span><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n

    Another BIG consideration is the photo! It’s the first thing people will see! We LOVE the idea of this Wooden Baby Name Announcement<\/a> \u2013 it’s the perfect and simplistic way to introduce your baby to the world. You can pre-order the plaque and include it into your diaper bag<\/a>. It’s a super simple way of creating a cute welcome photo!<\/span><\/p>\n

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    How to Announce Your Babies Birth Without Sharing Their Image on Social Media:<\/h5>\n

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    In 2025, more parents are opting to keep their newborns’ images private while still finding heartfelt ways to share the big news. Instead of posting baby photos, many are turning to creative alternatives like personalized announcements, sweet illustrations, or capturing tiny details\u2014think a close-up of little toes or a hand holding theirs. This shift reflects a growing desire to celebrate their joy while protecting their child’s digital footprint, ensuring they can share the moment with loved ones while keeping a bit of their baby’s world just for them.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Plan Ahead for Your Birth Announcement:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Planning for your birth announcement is a good idea after birth- you’re probably exhausted and not thinking straight. You don’t want this announcement not to be as perfect as your new bundle of joy! Here are some cute and clever ways to announce your baby’s name or\u00a0gender<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Traditional Birth Announcement Sample:<\/span><\/u><\/strong><\/h5>\n

    Our little bundle of joy has arrived! Sarah & Tim Parker and Big Brother Taylor are ecstatic to welcome little Lincoln Ryan into the world!
    \nBorn on the 12th of April 2023
    \n8 pounds, 4 ounces
    \n20 inches\u00a0\u00a0<\/em>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

    \u00a0<\/span>Social Media Birth Announcement Caption Samples:<\/span><\/u><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n