You’ve got your positive pregnancy test, but are you ready to share the most exciting news of your life with your family?
With so many pregnancy announcement ideas out there, it can be overwhelming to choose.
That’s why we’ve put together this ultimate guide of the best pregnancy reveal ideas for family that will make your heart burst with joy.
To help you narrow down your ideas for telling your loved ones, we talked to hundreds of parents, scoured the internet & social media feeds, and came up with our own fun ideas, too.
The result is this thoughtfully curated list. Now all of the best ideas are in one place.
Pregnancy Announcement Games
Family Game Night
Turn your family game night into a memorable pregnancy announcement! Play classic games like Charades to act out your exciting news, or use Pictionary to draw baby-related clues. Another great option is spelling out “We’re Expecting!” with Scrabble tiles. Don’t forget to capture everyone’s surprised reactions on video—these moments will be cherished forever!
Lottery Tickets
Bring excitement to your pregnancy reveal with custom scratch-off lottery tickets! These personalized cards look just like real lottery tickets but reveal your big news when scratched. Each family member can scratch their ticket to discover, “You’re going to be a grandparent!” or “We’re expecting!” It’s a unique and interactive way to share the joy.
Pregnancy Reveal Puzzle
If your family has been noticing you acting differently, surprise them with a custom pregnancy reveal puzzle! As they piece together the puzzle, they’ll unveil the exciting news. Personalize the design on platforms like Zazzle or Shutterfly to create a keepsake your family will treasure forever. This is one of the most interactive pregnancy reveal ideas for family gatherings.
Food-Themed Pregnancy Announcements
Fortune Cookies
Delight your family with custom fortune cookies filled with your special pregnancy announcement. Imagine their surprise when they crack open a cookie to find messages like “You’re going to be a grandparent!” or “We’re adding a little one to our family this year!” This sweet idea is perfect for a family dinner or holiday gathering.
Ice Cream Social (With Personalized M&M’s!)
Host an ice cream social and surprise your family with personalized M&M’s as toppings! Choose custom colors and messages like “We’re expecting!” or “Baby arriving soon” to add a sweet touch to the event. This is a fun and delicious way to share your pregnancy news with family and friends. Find custom options on the M&M’s website or check out baby shower M&M’s at Party City.
Custom Cookies
Who can resist a cookie? Make your pregnancy announcement even sweeter with custom cookies featuring designs like “Bun in the Oven” or baby-themed messages. Contact a local bakery to create these tasty treats, or get inspired by designs from @michikocookiecompany.
For a playful twist, try cookies with bold phrases like “Shit Just Got Real!” from @azucarrococo—perfect for a fun family reveal.
Custom Wine Label
Toast to your exciting news with custom wine labels! Serve a bottle at your family dinner that says, “I Can’t Drink This But You Can” or “Pairs Well With… becoming a grandparent” This elegant and fun idea is sure to make your pregnancy announcement memorable.
Box of Chocolates
Share your pregnancy news with a custom box of chocolates, each piece revealing a part of your message like “We’re having a baby!” or “It’s a girl!” This sweet surprise is a perfect way to announce your pregnancy to family, and it makes a delicious gift they’ll remember.
Stork Cake
Celebrate your pregnancy announcement with a custom stork-themed cake! This whimsical design features an adorable stork carrying a baby, making it a delightful centerpiece for any family gathering. Choose colors and decorations that match your reveal theme to create a cake that’s as special as your announcement.
Custom “Brews”
Announce your pregnancy with a clever twist by serving custom beer or coffee labels that read, “Something’s brewing… and it’s not just this drink!” It’s a fun way to share your news with family during casual get-togethers or BBQs. Watch their faces light up when they realize there’s a new baby on the way!
Personalized Gifts for Revealing Pregnancy
Pregnancy Test Keepsake Box
For a special reveal with a touch of rustic charm, consider a pregnancy test box that reads “Our Next Adventure.” This charming keepsake lets you place your positive pregnancy test inside and present it to your partner!
Custom Book
Your family will treasure this adorable custom book from Etsy, a sweet way to reveal your news to grandparents, aunts, and uncles. It highlights all the exciting changes to come and can be personalized in multiple ways.
Sonogram on Acrylic.
This Hand-painted Sonogram Keepsake is the perfect way to celebrate you or your friend having a baby. It makes a great gift but it can also double up as a nursery display that can be on display in your baby’s room for now and for years to come.
Quail Egg
This unique quail egg is an adorably charming way to let your loved ones know you’re pregnant. Put a personalized message inside of the egg and have them crack it open to read it!
Bun in the Oven
What better way to let your long-distance relatives know there’s a bun in the oven than by sending them an actual bun in the oven?
Framed Ultrasound Photo
The framed ultrasound photo is an oldie-but-a-goodie pregnancy reveal method is tried and true.
Find a cute frame, place your sonogram photo inside, and present it to your family members. They’ll be so excited!
Bouquet of Chysanthemums
Let your friends and family in on your secret by sending them a bouquet of Chrysanthemums, baby’s breath, or pink roses or tulips, and a sweeet note.
Chrysanthemums symbolize fidelity, long life, and cheerfulness, and are often thought of as a symbol of pregnancy.
Digital and DIY Announcements
Movie Poster
Make your big debut with a creative movie poster.
This one pokes fun at how crazy life can be with children. The “release date” is the due date, and it’s rated B for Baby. It even lists the “actors” who star in the film and there’s a clever production company name, as well.
Job Announcement
Let your child be the stay of your pregnancy announcement with this clever “I got the job” sign.
What’s the job they procured? Big Brother or Big Sister!
Eviction Notice
If you’ve got an older sibling still sleeping in a crib that will soon be used by a new baby, you can let everyone know your due date by transforming it into a funny eviction notice. You can get an editable template from Etsy or make your own.
IVF Pregnancy Announcement
This family showed just how hard they worked to become pregnant by forming all of the fertility medical equipment they used into the form of a heart. This touching display is a beautiful way to express that the difficulties and challenges were worth the wait.
New Netflix Profile
Surprise your family subtly and see if they notice that you’ve created a new Netflix profile for the new baby.
Dress up your dog
If you’re already a dog parent, then the best way to break the news to everyone is to get your furry friend in on the action. This sign from Etsy says “My parents are getting me a human”.
You can also take a photo of your covering his eyes and saying “Shh! We haven’t told him yet”, with a photo of the ultrasound.
Announcement Video
You can create your very own professional-looking pregnancy reveal video super easily using a program like Design Wizard. They have pregnancy reveal templates ready to go. You just add your own messages, music, photos, etc.
Announcement Card
If you do a pregnancy photo shoot, you can use one of your photos to create a pregnancy announcement card for your extended friends and family and to post on social media. You can use Shutterfly, Zazzle, or another photo service to create these quickly and easily.
You can also create a digital announcement very easily using templates available on Etsy. They have all different themes for holidays throughout the year, sports, seasons, humor, etc
Apparel for Pregnancy Announcement
Big Brother / Big Sister Shirts
For baby number 2 or 3 (or more), there are so many cute ways to get the older siblings in on the fun. Dress them up in some cute Big Brother / Big Sister shirts for a heartwarming pregnancy announcement photo.
Yongest —> Middle (Third Baby!)
If you already have two children, have the current youngest hold a sign with the word “youngest” crossed out and their new “middle” status written for all to see. Or you can have them wear these Oldest, Middle, Youngest t-shirts from a cute Etsy shop.
Get siblings excited about the new arrival with thoughtful presents! For inspiration, check out our list of the 25 BestBig Sister Gift Ideas to make your little one’s transition to big sibling even more special.
Mom & Dad Baseball Hats
Since you’re going to be doing a lot of coaching as a parent, it’s a great idea to look the part. Get ready for the “big game” and surprise your family with these embroidered Mom & Dad baseball hats.
Pregnant AF T-shirt
At your next family gathering, you can wear this hilarious Pregnant AF t-shirt to let everyone know about your current situation!
If this one is not your style, do a quick search and you’ll find so many cute t-shirts to help you spread the good news.
New Player
For parents who are gamers, this is the perfect way to announce a new baby. You can order custom Player 1 and Player 2 t-shirts, and order a baby onesie that says “Player 3 has entered the game”.
I Declare Pregnancy shirt for ‘The Office’ Lovers
When Michael Scott dramatically declared “I declare bankruptcy” on “The Office” series, it was forever etched in fan’s minds. Now, you can re-create it with this I declare pregnancy t-shirt.
Book My Reservation Onesie
The soon-to-be grandparents will get a kick out of this adorable gender neutral onesie announcing your baby’s arrival.
The reservation is booked! Time for grandma and grandpa to get the nursery ready.
Plot Twist Twin Announcement
You know the saying: We make plans and God laughs.
But it’s especially rare that parents expect to get news of expecting twins. Celebrate your good fortune with these hilarious “Plot Twist” onesies that share the news in a lighthearted way.
Baby Shoes Theme
Some of the cutest pregnancy reveal announcements use tiny baby shoes to insinuate that a little one is on the way. Whether you choose tiny Doc Martens, hiking boots, winter boots, trendy sneakers, or some other type of shoe, you can show off your family’s personality creatively through baby footwear.
Accessories for Sharing Your Pregnancy News
“Promoted to”Swag
If this is your first baby, there are so many fun ways to let your parents and in-laws know that they’ve been promoted to their new role as future grandparents.
You can also let your brothers and sisters know they’ve been promoted to the role of aunt and uncle.
Always Read the Fine Print Candle
Send your family members a beautifully scented candle with your big news… in very small letters.
That should teach them to always read the fine print!
Grandparents Starter Kit
This adorable gift box from Etsy is the perfect way to announce the pregnancy news to the new grandparents.
The package includes a jumpsuit, bottle, pacifier, baby socks, and a message on top of the lid. This is a great option for when your parents and in-laws who live far away from you, and you want to do more than just a video chat.
Color-changing Mugs
Hide any surprise message on this magical color changing mug. It looks like a regular black mug, but when it gets hot, it turns white and reveals your hidden message!
Surprise Message Coffee Mug
Invite your family member over for coffee or tea. Will you be able to bite your tongue and wait for them to finish every last drop so they can read the surprise message on the bottom of the mug?
Grandma Necklace
This classic 14 karat gold vermeil Mattie bar necklace from Kendra Scott is the perfect gift for the soon-to-be grandmother.
It can be personalized up to 8 letters to fit whatever she wants to be called in her new role as grandma.
Special Event or Occasion-Based Reveals
Picnic with Paper Plates
A great way to tell everyone your big news is to invite them over for a picnic and offer them each one of these funny “Guess What” paper plates with baby fooprints on them. That should get everyone guessing!
Fridge Calendar
Your family will know something’s up when they see this adorable due date calendar on your refrigerator the next time they’re over. You can search online for a template you love. Most of them have a heart around the due date.
Balloons
Not sure what to say? Let your pregnancy announcement balloons do the talking! You can also use them for a baby shower.
Surprise Family Portrait
One of the most funny ways to announce your pregnancy is with a surprise group photo. You’re about to create the most memorable, hilarious family portrait in the history of your family.
- Gather everyone together for a group picture.
- When it’s time to take the photo, say “1, 2, 3, I’m pregnant!”
- Then, take a series of photos of everyone’s reactions. You’ll have the moment they all learned about your special news forever frozen in time.
Sports and Hobbies Themed Reveals
Matching Jerseys
Sports fans can order custom jerseys with their last name and a matching onesie. This is perfect for announcing a first child or adding to your “roster” with older kids. You can also go for a “Batter on Deck” theme with an ultrasound photo or use a baby-sized team jersey with “Future ___ Fan.”
Fishing Buddy Lure
If you have an avid fisherman in your family, this is the one of the most unique ways to tell them about your new baby.
They’ll always treasure this engraved personalized fishing lure. Who knows? Maybe it will bring them good luck on their next fishing trip!
Golfing Accessories
The golf love in your family will appreciate this special message on a golf ball marker, and they’ll be so excited to have a future golfing buddy on the way! It’s sure to be their favorite golf accessory. (At least for awhile!)
A personalized golf ball is another great option for a golf-loving relative.
Feeling overwhelmed? Keep it simple. Share your news with those closest to you in a way that feels right, whether it’s a heartfelt chat over coffee or a quiet phone call. It’s the love and excitement that matter most, not the details.
When to Share Your Pregnancy News
Only you can decide the perfect time to announce your pregnancy. While some choose to wait until the end of the first trimester, sharing the news with your inner circle early on can provide invaluable support and joy.
We hope our creative pregnancy announcement ideas have inspired you and made this special moment a little easier to share. Remember, this is just the beginning of your journey into parenthood!
Our website has plenty more resources to help you along the way, from nursery themes to the best baby gear. Explore our other articles and let us be a part of this exciting chapter in your life.
Wishing you all the health and happiness as you embark on this new journey!
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