132 short lines for the back of the card, 47 short poems and 12 ready-to-send emails, sorted by kind of shower: girl, boy, gender-neutral, virtual, couples, twins and more. Every short line can go straight onto one of the free invitation designs: pick it here and the maker opens with it on the back.
A baby shower invitation does two jobs. The front says whose shower it is; the back carries the date, the place, the RSVP and one practical sentence. That sentence is where most of the lines below belong: the registry, a book instead of a card, the diaper raffle, couples welcome, or how to join online. For timing, guest lists and asking for gift cards, see the baby shower invitation etiquette guide.
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Baby girl shower wording wording
Sweet baby girl shower invitation wording: bows, blooms, tea parties and brunches, with lines that work for a first daughter or a long-awaited one.
Tiny toes and a button nose,Soft pink blankets and ribbon bows;A baby girl will soon be here,So come and shower [Mom's Name] with cheer.
Waiting for a daughter
The nursery's painted, the dresser is fullOf socks that are smaller than a ball of wool;Our daughter is coming, and we can hardly wait,So please come and celebrate with us on [Date].
Formal baby girl shower wording
Please join us for a baby shower honoring [Mom's Name],who is expecting a little girl this [Month].[Day], [Date], at [Time][Place], [Address]
Baby girl tea party
Pour the tea and pass the cake,And bring your stories for baby's sake;A little girl is almost here,So join our tea and share the cheer.
A little flower
Something small is about to bloom:a baby girl, and a brand-new room.Join us for a shower honoring [Mom's Name] on [Date] at [Time].
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Baby boy shower wording wording
Baby boy shower invitation wording for every kind of little guy — adventurers, rookies, dinosaurs and stars — from classic "Oh boy!" openers to simple, formal lines.
Oh boy, oh boy, the news is out:A little guy is what it's all about!Come shower [Mom's Name] with love and cheerBefore her baby boy is here.
Little sneakers rhyme
Little sneakers, little shirts,Little knees with grass-stained dirt;A baby boy is on his way,So come and shower him on [Day]!
Formal baby boy shower wording
You are warmly invited to a baby showerhonoring [Mom's Name] and [Partner's Name],who are welcoming a baby boy.[Date] at [Time], [Place], [Address]
A new adventurer
A brand-new adventurer is on his way.Help us pack his bags (mostly diapers) at a baby shower honoring [Mom's Name] on [Date].
New player on the team
Our team is adding a brand-new player.Rookie season starts in [Month]; the shower kicks off on [Date] at [Time].
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Gender neutral & surprise wording
Gender neutral baby shower invitation wording for parents waiting to find out, plus lines for adoption showers, drop-in open houses, adults-only afternoons and a gentle welcome for a rainbow baby.
Pink or blue? We haven't a clue,And honestly, we're happy to wait;Whoever arrives will be loved through and through,So come shower our baby on [Date].
A little one is on the way
A little one is on the way,With tiny hands and a lot to say;Join us as we shower [Parents' Names]With love, laughter and a few silly games.
Simple baby shower invitation wording
Please join us for a baby shower honoring [Name][Day], [Date], at [Time][Place], [Address]Kindly reply to [Host Name] by [RSVP Date].
Twinkle twinkle little star shower
A little star is on the wayTo brighten every night and day;Come shower [Mom's Name] with love and lightBefore our little star shines bright.
Adoption shower
Our family grew in a way all its own,And our little one is finally coming home.Join us for a shower welcoming [Baby's Name] on [Date] at [Time].
A rainbow baby, gently
After a long season of hoping,we are so grateful to share that a rainbow baby is on the way.Please join us to celebrate [Name] on [Date].
Adults only, said kindly
We love your little ones, and this shower is just for grown-ups.Thank you for understanding; we hope you enjoy an afternoon out with us.
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Registry, gift cards & no gifts wording
How to mention the registry, ask for gift cards or a baby fund, or say "no gifts, please" on a baby shower invitation — gracious lines that never sound like a demand.
If you're wondering what to bring,Our registry lists most everything;But your hugs and your laughter and simply being hereAre the gifts we'll remember year after year.
Asking for gift cards, gracefully
If you'd like to bring a gift, [Mom's Name] would be grateful for gift cardsto help with the things baby will need in the months ahead.
A fund for baby's first year
Babies outgrow things so quickly that we've set up a small fund for the first year.If you'd like to give, details are on our baby website. Truly, your company is the best gift.
No gifts, please
Your love and good wishes are all we need.Please, no gifts; just come and celebrate with us.
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Bring a book instead of a card wording
Wording that asks guests to bring a book instead of a card, signed inside with a wish, so the shower builds baby's first library.
Instead of a card, please bring a book,A story that's worth a second look;Write a wish inside, a word or two,So baby will always know it came from you.
Help build baby's library
We're building baby's first library, one story at a time.In place of a card, please bring a favorite book from your own childhood with a note inside the cover.
Storybook shower
Once upon a time, a little one was on the way,and everyone who loved them gathered to celebrate.Join the next chapter on [Date] at [Time].
Short book request insert
In lieu of a card, we'd love a signed book for baby's shelf.New or well-loved, any book will do.
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Diaper raffle & diaper party wording
Baby shower invitation wording asking for diapers: diaper raffle lines, diaper parties for dads and friends, and polite ways to ask for diapers and wipes in bigger sizes.
Bring a pack of diapers, any size you choose,And earn a raffle ticket; you've nothing to lose!The more packs you bring, the more chances to win,And baby stays dry while the prizes roll in.
Diaper party for dad
Dads, uncles and friends: you're invited to a diaper party for [Dad's Name].Burgers on the grill, games in the yard. Admission: one box of diapers.
Asking for diapers, politely
If you'd like to bring something, [Parents' Names] would be thankful for diapers and wipes in any size.Babies grow quickly, so larger sizes are a big help.
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Co-ed, couples & joint showers wording
Wording for co-ed and couples baby showers, backyard Baby-Qs, showers for two moms, and joint showers honoring two moms-to-be at once.
This shower's for everyone, moms and dads too,For aunties and uncles and friends old and new;We'll eat and play games and talk baby all day,So bring along your plus-one and come out to play.
Baby-Q invitation
A baby's on the way and the burgers are on the grill.Join [Parents' Names] for a Baby-Q, a backyard shower for everyone, on [Date] at [Time].
Joint shower for two moms-to-be
Two friends, two bumps, one big celebration.Please join us for a joint baby shower honoring [Name] and [Name] on [Date] at [Time].
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Virtual, by mail & drive-by wording
Virtual baby shower invitation wording for video-call showers, showers by mail for family out of state, card showers and drive-by celebrations, with the joining details made clear.
Grab a cup and pull up a chair,No need to drive or fix your hair;We're showering baby from near and far,So join us online wherever you are.
Simple virtual shower wording
Please join us for a virtual baby shower honoring [Name][Date] at [Time] ([Time Zone])Join link: [Link]Registry details are on our baby website: [Website].
Baby shower by mail
We're far apart, but baby is close!Instead of a party, we're throwing a shower by mail.Please send a card, a note of advice or a small gift to [Address] by [Date].
Drive-by baby shower
Roll down the window and honk hello;Drop off a gift, then off you go!Drive-by shower for [Name], [Date], [Start Time] to [End Time], [Address].
For family out of state
Grandparents in [State], cousins across the country, friends in every time zone:you're all invited to our online shower on [Date] at [Time].
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Sprinkle & sip and see wording
Lighter wording for a second or third baby, plus sip-and-see invitations and showers held after the baby is born, early arrivals included.
Baby number two is due,And we couldn't wait to tell you;Not a shower, just a sprinkleOf love and fun and a little twinkle.
Sip and see after the birth
Our little one has arrived, and we can't wait for you to meet [Baby's Name].Come sip some lemonade and see the baby on [Date], [Start Time] to [End Time].
Shower after the baby is born
Baby came a little ahead of schedule, so the shower is a little behind.Join us on [Date] to celebrate [Baby's Name] and the new parents in person.
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Twins wording
Twin baby shower invitation wording that celebrates double the joy (and double the diapers), for two boys, two girls or one of each.
Two little cribs and two tiny caps,Two times the cuddles and two times the naps;Twins are coming with double the cheer,So join us to shower them before they're here.
Twins shower wording
Please join us for a baby shower honoring [Mom's Name],who is expecting twins this [Month].[Date] at [Time], [Place]
Two peas in a pod
Two peas in a pod and a very full nest.Help us get ready for double the fun on [Date].
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Funny baby shower wording wording
Clean, funny baby shower invitation wording about buns in ovens, lost sleep and tiny new bosses — playful without embarrassing the mom-to-be.
There's a bun in the oven, and it's nearly done.Come celebrate before [Mom's Name] can no longer see her own feet.
The tiny new boss
Soon there'll be diapers and midnight feeds,And a tiny new boss with a long list of needs;So come to the shower and have cake while you can,Before baby takes over the household plan.
Group text invite
Baby shower for [Name]! Cake: yes. Games: mildly embarrassing. Diapers: please.Reply with a baby bottle emoji if you're in.
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Blessing & church shower wording
Warm, plain wording for blessing showers and church family baby showers, giving thanks for a new little one.
Every child is a gift and a blessing.Join us as we pray over [Mom's Name] and welcome her little one with love,[Date] at [Time], [Church or Home].
Church family shower
Our church family is growing by one!All are welcome at a shower for [Parents' Names] in [Hall Name] after the [Day] service.
12 samples
Baby shower invitation emails and letters
For a virtual shower, an office shower, or anyone you invite by email: copy one, replace the words in square brackets, and attach the card as a phone-sized PNG.
Email · Warm, clear
Virtual baby shower invitation email
Subject: You're invited: virtual baby shower for [Mom's Name] on [Date]
Hi [Name],
[Mom's Name] and [Partner's Name] are expecting [a baby girl / a baby boy / a little one] in [Month], and since our favorite people are spread all over the map, we're throwing a virtual baby shower so everyone can be there.
How to join: click the link a few minutes early and it will open in your browser or the video app. If it asks for a meeting code, use [Code]. You can join from a phone, tablet or computer; cameras on if you can, so [Mom's Name] can see your faces.
We'll play a couple of quick games, share advice for the new parents and watch [Mom's Name] open gifts. The registry is on our baby website at [Website], and gifts can ship straight to [Address].
Please reply by [RSVP date] so we can send a reminder with the link the morning of the shower.
Can't wait to see you on screen,
[Host Name]
Letter · Heartfelt, simple
Baby shower by mail note
Subject: A baby shower by mail for [Mom's Name]
Dear [Name],
[Mom's Name] is expecting her baby in [Month], and because her family and friends live so far apart, we're holding her shower by mail.
Here's how it works: by [Date], send a card, a short note of advice for the new parents, or a small gift to [Address]. We'll gather everything and [Mom's Name] will open it all together on [Shower Date], with a video call for anyone who would like to watch at [Time].
If you'd like ideas, the registry is on our baby website at [Website]. A heartfelt note is every bit as welcome as a gift.
Thank you for helping us surround this baby with love from every direction.
Warmly,
[Host Name]
Email · Friendly, inclusive
Office baby shower email to coworkers
Subject: Baby shower for [Name] on [Date], all welcome
Hi everyone,
As many of you know, [Name] is expecting [a baby / twins] in [Month]. Before [he / she / they] heads out on leave, let's celebrate together.
Date: [Date]
Time: [Time] to [End Time]
Place: [Room or Location] (remote teammates can join at [Link])
There will be cake and light snacks, with options for dietary needs. If you'd like to contribute to a group gift, [Collector Name] has a card and envelope at [Desk or Location] until [Date]. Contributions are completely optional, and signing the card is a lovely gift on its own.
Please let me know by [RSVP date] if you can make it so we order enough cake.
Thanks,
[Your Name]
Email · Relaxed, upbeat
Co-ed / couples baby shower invitation
Subject: Co-ed baby shower for [Parents' Names], partners welcome
Hi friends,
[Parents' Names] are expecting their first baby in [Month], and this shower is for everyone: moms, dads, partners, aunties, uncles and friends.
Date: [Date]
Time: [Time]
Place: [Address]
Expect a backyard cookout, lemonade and iced tea, a diaper-changing race and a few games that are more fun than embarrassing. Please bring your partner or a plus-one.
The parents are registered on their baby website at [Website]. If you'd like to bring diapers, we'll have a raffle ticket waiting for every pack.
Please reply by [RSVP date] so we know how many burgers to make.
See you there,
[Host Names]
Email · Joyful, warm
Joint baby shower invitation for two moms-to-be
Subject: A joint baby shower for [Name] and [Name]
Hello,
Two of our favorite people are expecting at the same time! [Name] is due in [Month] and [Name] is due in [Month], so we're celebrating them together at one joint baby shower.
You'll find both registries on their baby websites: [Website] and [Website]. Please don't feel you need to bring two gifts; one gift, a book or a card for either family is more than enough.
We'll have brunch, a game or two, and plenty of time to visit with both moms-to-be.
Kindly reply to [Host Name] by [RSVP date].
With love,
[Host Names]
Email · Gentle, happy
Sip and see invitation after the birth
Subject: Come meet [Baby's Name]: sip and see on [Date]
Dear [Name],
Our little one is here! [Baby's Name] arrived on [Birth Date], and we would love for you to come meet [him / her / them].
Date: [Date]
Time: Come and go between [Start Time] and [End Time]
Place: [Address]
We'll have lemonade, tea, coffee and light bites. Please stay as long or as briefly as you like; the baby may be napping, so we may ask for gentle voices near the nursery.
No gifts are needed, truly. If you're feeling under the weather that day, we'd be grateful if you visit another time instead.
A quick reply by [RSVP date] helps us plan.
With love,
[Parents' Names]
Email · Light, cheerful
Baby sprinkle invitation for a second baby
Subject: A sprinkle for baby number two
Hi [Name],
[Mom's Name] and [Partner's Name] are expecting baby number two in [Month], and [Big Sibling's Name] is about to become a big [brother / sister]! We're hosting a small, relaxed sprinkle to celebrate.
Date: [Date]
Time: [Time]
Place: [Address]
Since they already have most of the big things, a sprinkle is all about the small stuff: diapers in bigger sizes, wipes, a book for the new baby, or a little something for the big sibling.
Kids are welcome, and there will be cupcakes for everyone. Please reply by [RSVP date].
Hope to see you there,
[Host Name]
Letter · Warm, personal
Baby shower invitation asking for a book instead of a card
Subject: Baby shower for [Mom's Name]: bring a book instead of a card
Dear [Name],
Please join us for a baby shower honoring [Mom's Name] on [Date] at [Time], at [Place], [Address].
We have one small request. Instead of a card, please bring a children's book and write a note or wish for baby inside the front cover. It can be a new book or a favorite from your own childhood. We'd love for baby to grow up with a shelf full of stories from the people who love [him / her / them].
The registry is on our baby website at [Website] if you'd like to bring a gift as well, but the book is all we're asking for.
Please reply to [Host Name] by [RSVP date].
With love,
[Host Name]
Email · Fun, friendly
Baby shower invitation with a diaper raffle
Subject: Baby shower for [Mom's Name], plus a diaper raffle
Hi [Name],
You're invited to a baby shower for [Mom's Name], who is expecting in [Month]!
Date: [Date]
Time: [Time]
Place: [Address]
We're holding a diaper raffle. Bring a pack of diapers in any size and you'll get a raffle ticket at the door; bring two packs and you'll get two tickets. We'll draw the winner of [Prize] near the end of the shower. Larger sizes are especially helpful, since newborns outgrow the small ones in a few weeks.
If you'd like to bring a gift, the registry is on our baby website at [Website]. Please don't feel you need to do both; diapers on their own are a wonderful gift.
Please RSVP to [Host Name] by [RSVP date].
See you soon,
[Host Name]
Email · Excited, practical
Surprise baby shower note to guests
Subject: Shh! Surprise baby shower for [Mom's Name]
Hi [Name],
We're planning a surprise baby shower for [Mom's Name], and we'd love for you to be part of it. Please don't tell her, and be careful what you post or text until after the party!
Date: [Date]
Arrive by: [Arrival Time] sharp ([Mom's Name] arrives at [Surprise Time])
Place: [Address]
Parking: [Parking Instructions], so she won't spot your car
When you arrive, we'll gather in [Room] and stay quiet until she walks in. [Partner's Name] is in on it and will bring her over.
The registry is on their baby website at [Website]. Please reply to me directly by [RSVP date], not on any group thread she might see.
Thanks for keeping the secret,
[Host Name]
[Phone]
Reminder · Friendly, brief
Baby shower RSVP reminder email
Subject: Reminder: please RSVP for [Mom's Name]'s shower by [RSVP date]
Hi everyone,
A quick reminder that the baby shower for [Mom's Name] is coming up on [Date] at [Time] at [Place].
If you haven't replied yet, please let [Host Name] know by [RSVP date] whether you can come. We need a final count for food, seating and favors, and we're happy to plan around dietary needs.
If you can't make it, a quick "no" is just as helpful, and you're welcome to send a card or a note for [Mom's Name] instead.
Thank you,
[Host Name]
Chat message · Casual, brief
Quick team chat message: office baby shower
Hi all! We're throwing a small baby shower for [Name] on [Date] at [Time] in [Room]. Cake and snacks are covered, and remote folks can join at [Link].
There's a card going around for everyone to sign; adding to the group gift is totally optional.
React with a thumbs-up if you're coming, and please keep it quiet if it's a surprise!
Who the shower honors, who is hosting, the date and time, the place, and how to RSVP and by when. Then one practical line: the registry, a book instead of a card, the diaper raffle, or whether the shower is co-ed. Everything else is tone.
How do I word a virtual baby shower invitation?
Give the date with a time zone, say how guests join (a link sent later, or on your baby website), how long it runs, and whether to send gifts ahead. The virtual lines and the virtual invitation email below are written that way.
How do I mention the registry without sounding pushy?
One short line on the back is enough, for example "Registry details on our baby website". Guests expect it; a separate insert or a link in the email keeps the card itself about the celebration.
How do I ask for books or diapers?
Make it a small, cheerful request: "Bring your favorite children's book instead of a card" or "Bring a pack of diapers for the diaper raffle". The book and diaper lines below are ready to drop onto the back of a card.
