When is it appropriate to send a celebration of a birth card? Of course you would want to send the card as soon as you hear the good news. Certainly if you sent a card within a 30-60 day window, that would be appropriate. And of course, the best way to communicate your feelings is with physical greeting card that the proud new parents can keep in a baby scrapbook of memories. An eCard is not recommended for the celebration of this life event.
Who should you send a congratulations card to? Any close friend, business associate or relative. Cards can be sent to new mothers, the couple, grandparents and even great-grandparents. Celebrating a new life in a family is big news. And, it is just as important to send a birth announcement to a couple that has just welcomed their second or next child as well. Each child is special to the family.
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After selecting just the right card, you will want to add a little personal note. Here are some ideas to choose from:
" Congratulations on the birth of your ____ (son, daughter). We wish you the best."
" We were so thrilled to hear the great news of the birth of your child. Congratulations!"
" We join in you in welcoming a new member of your family. Blessings on you and yours at this special time."
If this is a second child, you might want to reference and acknowledge the first child as well with wording like:
"We welcome your new son to the world and hope that big brother Bob enjoys having a new baby brother."
"Congratulations on your new baby, she will benefit from having her big brother Bob to watch over her."
What if the birth is not a typical situation. Here are some ways to convey your thoughts to friends.
Adoption - This is a big event to the new parents. Sending a congratulations card is welcomed and appropriate.
" We were so happy to hear about the new member of your family. Congratulations on your new son."
" Best wishes to the new mom and dad."
Single parent - Rejoice and focus on the positive.
" Congratulations on birth of your daughter. We celebrate with you."
" Best wishes to you and your child, we are thinking of you."
Child with a birth defect. - The important thing to remember is that God doesn't make mistakes. You should celebrate this child as an important event.
" Congratulations on the birth of your son, Adam. We welcome him into world with love."
" We celebrate with you in the joy of the arrival of a new member of your family."
" God bless you and your family as you celebrate a new life."
A congratulatory card should be simple and heartfelt. This is a big life event and your friends will always remember that you took the time to show that you cared.
If you are having difficulty finding the right words, put yourself in the new mother's shoes and ponder on what she would want to hear. I hope this article was useful and that you will print and save it for future reference.
Send a Card Celebrating a Birth - What Do I Say?
Karen Miller makes it a habit to send at least five cards to friends and family every day. Learn more about how to use greeting cards to connect to one another and enrich lives with positive messages. Create your own personal card