New parents are always very excited about letting the world know about the birth of their little bundle of joy. However, the exhaustion that comes with having a baby may prevent you from rushing to the store to get your birth announcements to send immediately. Etiquette dictates to send a birth announcement as soon as possible preferably within the first month or two. If the time passes you by then consider making photo cards for the next holiday after your baby is born. You will find that some rules of etiquette will state it is acceptable to send out announcements in the first six months.
What should be on a birth announcement?
Introduction
First give a brief introduction or a sweet saying to set off the theme of your announcement and your home.
Baby and Parent’s Names
Give your baby’s first, middle and last name. You can choose the level of formality by how you address yourselves. For instance you can address your announcement from, “Mr. and Mrs. John Smith” or “John and Anna Smith” or “John and Anna” depending on your personality and style.
Baby’s Stats
Include your baby’s weight, length and birth date on the announcement. You may want to include the name of the hospital but it is not necessary.
Announcement for Each Baby
You are welcome to send birth announcements for each baby you are blessed with.
Adoption Announcements
Design an adoption announcement in the same way as a birth announcement. No matter the child’s age you can send an announcement. Let the announcement reflect the child’s interests or likes if he or she is old enough. If the child was adopted internationally you may want to include where the child is from on the announcement. Please do not forget this important announcement as your friends and family would love to be introduced to your new addition.