New Baby Wishes: What to Write in a Baby Card

In life, it just doesn’t get much happier than the arrival of a new baby. One moment, there is simply the dream of this unknown, but already-loved person. The next moment—Waaaaaah! Here he is, old-soul eyes blinking in the sudden light. Here she is, tiny clenched fists still holding tight to the wonder of the place she’s just come from…

What a privilege it is to be on the welcoming committee for that brand-new person. That’s really what you’re doing when you pick out the perfect baby congratulations card and add your personal touch. You are officially greeting the new arrival and adding to the parents’ joy—in a way they can keep, revisit and cherish forever.

If all that joy puts you at a loss for words when you go to sign your card, pull up a pen and relax. This guide offers writing tips and message ideas, shared by Hallmark writers and tailored to a variety of baby-welcoming situations—from baby showers to twins to adoptions. Whether you read the whole guide or go straight to the specific ideas you need, we hope it helps you make that perfect card truly personal.

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