Here we go, the baby is on the way! We're guessing you're eager to share this big news with your loved ones. Here are 13 unique ideas that will make this moment unique and unforgettable!
When to announce it?
Some people prefer to wait until they're 3 months old to announce their pregnancy, while others don't. Some tell everyone at once, while others tell their family first, then their friends. In this article, discover fun, moving, and inspiring ideas that will help you create unforgettable memories with your loved ones.
1. Scratch cards
This idea requires a bit of planning, but it allows you to make a personalized announcement to each family member. You can find them at reasonable prices online (Etsy, for example) with a multitude of themes! "You're going to be a dad," "Future aunt," it's up to you to send the message of your choice.
The little extra: your loved ones can keep their card as a souvenir!
2. A surprise screening session
Organize a time with your loved ones to offer them a screening with surprise photos or photos from your last vacation before finishing with an ultrasound or a photo announcing your pregnancy!
The little extra: easy to do and possibility of announcing it to a large number of people at the same time
3. The photo album
Same principle as the screening session, but for old-schoolers who prefer the charm of printed photos and albums. Slip an ultrasound into the end of one of your photo albums and invite your loved ones to delve into your memories. Surprise guaranteed!
You can also put the ultrasound in a new album that you can show to your loved ones after having looked through the old ones.
The little extra: when the baby is born you can complete this album with lots of other photos!
4. A riddle
You can create a riddle or a little puzzle to help your loved ones guess the big news! You can make a riddle like this: "I am small, I grow every day, and I am the best gift you will receive this year. What am I?"
The little extra: The excitement of seeing your loved ones get closer and closer to this big announcement
5. The Mystery Puzzle
Turn your announcement into a fun game by creating a personalized puzzle featuring an image of your baby's ultrasound. Give the puzzle pieces to your loved ones and watch them piece together to discover your big news.
6. The personalized bodysuit
Treat your loved ones to a baby bodysuit with a funny or touching message, like "I'm a fan of my grandmother / my aunt / my big brother."
7. The surprise box
Prepare a box filled with balloons and baby items and invite your loved ones to open it together to reveal the news.
8. The personalized storybook
Create a custom storybook featuring your baby's arrival. Read it to your loved ones and watch their faces light up as they discover the final page, which announces your pregnancy.
9. The family photo shoot
Organize a family photoshoot and prepare cute props, like "Big Brother/Sister/Cousin Coming Soon!" signs to reveal your pregnancy for the camera.
10. The gourmet basket
Create a basket filled with treats and small gifts for your loved ones, with a note that says, "Sweets to celebrate our joyful news: we're soon to be parents!" You can also opt for personalized cookies and bottle or jar labels that mention the news.
11. The special advent calendar
Create a personalized advent calendar with little surprises for each day, and hide a pregnancy announcement behind one of the windows.
12. The treasure hunt
You can organize a little treasure hunt with the ultrasound photo or baby's little shoes as loot, they'll quickly understand!
13. The announcement by the children
If you already have one or more children, you can have them bring the message: a drawing or a "soon to be big brother" or "soon to be big sister" t-shirt.
Announcing your pregnancy is an important and emotional milestone in any parent's life. We hope that by using one of these unique ideas, you can make this moment even more special and unforgettable!