Birth Announcements

Design Custom Birth Announcements to Share Your Joy

Celebrate the life-changing moment of welcoming your new baby with custom birth announcements that reflect the joy, love, and excitement of your growing family. Whether you're announcing the birth of a baby boy, baby girl, or twins, Shutterfly’s birth announcement cards are designed to help you share your news in style. Personalize your card with your favorite newborn photos and all the essential details to create a keepsake that family and friends will cherish. 

Why Choose Shutterfly for Your Baby Announcement Cards

Designing your baby’s birth announcement should feel just as special as the moment you’re sharing. Shutterfly offers exclusive card designs, premium cardstock paper, and professional-quality printing to make every detail stand out. Choose from extras like custom envelopes, address printing, and card trim options to create a polished, personal touch from start to finish. Plus, with fast delivery, your announcements can be in loved ones’ hands before you know it.

How to Create a Personalized Birth Announcement Card

Designing a baby arrival card with Shutterfly lets you share your newborn’s arrival in a way that feels truly personal. Start by choosing from a variety of baby birth announcement templates, from simple and elegant designs to playful, whimsical options. Whether you prefer traditional themes like floral designs for baby girls or animal motifs for baby boys, each template is fully customizable. Add your baby’s name, birth date, weight, and any special message you want to share. Don’t forget to select your favorite fonts, colors, and card sizes to make your card truly unique. 

Baby Announcement Ideas for Unique and Memorable Cards

Make your newborn announcement special with creative ideas that reflect your family’s personality. Here are a few ways to make your card stand out:

• Holiday: Combine the joy of your baby’s arrival with holiday cheer by creating Christmas birth announcements or holiday-themed cards. These festive designs allow you to celebrate both milestones in one beautiful card. 
• Rainbow Baby: Celebrate the arrival of a rainbow baby with soft pastel designs, watercolor rainbows, and heartfelt words of hope and love.
• Seasonal: Embrace the time of year your baby was born—think snowflakes for winter or floral elements for spring.
• Pet-Inclusive: Feature your furry friend in your announcement for a fun, heartwarming touch.
• Siblings as Stars: Highlight your growing family by including older siblings in your photo birth announcement.
• Baby Boy Announcements: Explore bold, adventurous designs with vehicles, animals, and other fun elements perfect for a baby boy.
• Baby Girl Announcements: Choose from charming floral patterns, pastel hues, and sweet, whimsical artwork for your baby girl.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I send my birth announcements?
The best time to send your baby announcements is within the first 4-8 weeks after the baby is born. However, don’t worry if life gets busy — your friends and family will be thrilled to receive your beautiful announcement whenever it arrives. 

What should be included in a birth announcement?
A typical baby announcement card includes your newborn’s full name, date of birth, weight, and time of arrival. You can also add a short message, fun quote, or family photo to make it feel more personal.

How can I design a holiday-themed birth announcement?
You can use Shutterfly’s holiday card templates and customize them for your baby’s arrival. This is a great option for families who want to combine a Christmas or New Year greeting with their birth announcement.

What other baby-related products does Shutterfly offer?
Shutterfly has a variety of personalized baby products to celebrate every milestone. You can create baby shower invitations for your special event, design baby photo books to document your little one’s early moments, and even commemorate the holidays with baby's first Christmas ornaments.