Congratulate the parents, welcome the baby, and offer help only if you mean it.
Congratulations on your new baby
- Welcome to the world, little one. You are already so loved.
- Congratulations! Wishing you a home full of tiny socks and big laughs.
- So happy for you both. Enjoy every sleepy cuddle.
- Congratulations on your beautiful new arrival.
- What wonderful news. Welcome to the family, little one.
For a baby boy or girl
- Congratulations on your baby boy! He is lucky to have you.
- Welcome, little man. Everyone is so happy you are here.
- Congratulations on your baby girl! She is already surrounded by love.
- Welcome to the world, little lady. Your family is so happy you are here.
For the parents
- This kid is lucky to have such amazing parents 🤩
- Rest when you can, ask for help when you need it, and enjoy.
- You two are wonderful at this already.
- I am one message away if you need a meal or a nap. Congratulations!
From coworkers
- Congratulations from all of us! Enjoy this time together.
- The whole team is thrilled for you. Welcome to the world, little one.
Funny new baby messages
- Congratulations! Sleep well tonight... it might be the last time for a while.
- Welcome to the parents club. The dress code is pajamas and the meetings are at 3 a.m.
- A new boss has joined the house. Good luck in negotiations.
How to write a new baby message
- Use the baby's name if the parents have shared it.
- Make offers specific. "Can I bring dinner on Thursday?" helps more than "let me know if you need anything".
- Keep jokes about sleep gentle. New parents hear them a lot.
Celebrating before the birth? See baby shower messages.