A Christmas pregnancy announcement turns your baby news into the best gift under the tree. If you want the reveal to feel as festive as the season, you are in the right place.
These Christmas pregnancy announcement ideas span every style: cozy photo shoots, personalized ornaments, matching pajamas and sweaters, big-sibling and grandparent reveals, and printable cards you can send in minutes.
Pick the one that fits your family, then decide who gets to find out first.
100 Ways to Announce Your Pregnancy During Christmas
1. Christmas Burn
Delicate wood-burning messages on a wooden tree ornament make a beautiful keepsake announcement. Burn in your due date or a short “Baby loading” note and hang it where family will spot it.
2. Santa Baby
Hang an announcement board with your ultrasound picture tacked to it. Add a Santa hat, and you’ve got the perfect holiday decor. See how long it takes before they notice!
3. Stitched
This cute cross-stitched ornament is another sneaky way to share your news. Hang it on the tree with next year’s date, announcing that your baby will be here for the following year’s festivities.
4. Little Balls
Along with the tree ornament theme, you could decorate your Christmas ornaments with “Mom” and “Dad” and place a little ball between them.
5. Keepsake
Create some pretty ornaments with your ultrasound picture, or have someone make some for you. Share a special moment when you gift them to family and friends.
6. Tree Farm Fun
Have fun with a simple Christmas pregnancy announcement like this. No need to get too creative with this one. Everyone will figure out what it means.
7. Monochrome and Merry
A traditional Christmas photo with a “BABY” banner held between you creates a timeless and classic pregnancy announcement for Christmas.
8. T-Shirt and Toes
Attend those Christmas get-togethers while wearing a t-shirt like this and watch the pregnancy announcement ideas start dancing through everyone’s heads. It may take some longer than others to understand what this shirt means.
9. Rhymes
Use a rhyme like this one in a Christmas card, on your social media profiles, or anywhere you’d like to share your pregnancy news.
10. Ho Ho Oh
Use a play on words, like this announcement does, to get your message across.
11. Recipe for a Sibling
Want your older child to share the news? This is a great photo op you’ll treasure for years. Add some flour for a touch of fun.
12. Drinks on Us
Bring a bottle of your favorite bubbly to your next Christmas party. Add one of these labels as your announcement.
13. Pairs Well
Or gift a bottle of something special with a homemade (or store-bought) bottle wrap like this for family members.
14. PJ Theme
How cute are these PJs? A picture of you two wearing these will do all the talking you need to spread your news.
15. Digital Downloads
Download a printable Christmas announcement template, add your name and due date, then print it for cards or post it straight to social media. It is the fastest option when you are short on time.
16. Teacher’s Big News
If you are a teacher, let your class in on the secret with a festive chalkboard sign or a “Special delivery this spring” ornament on the classroom tree. The students get to be part of the reveal.
17. Smells Like Baby Spirit
This one is great for aunties, uncles, grandparents, or godparents. If you are crafty, make a candle, bath salts, or an air freshener; if not, buy a scented gift and swap the label for one that reads “You are going to be an auntie.” Watch the excitement when they open it.
18. Grinch’s Delight
Got some Grinches on your Christmas list? Expect to see their hearts grow three sizes when they see you in this apparel.
19. Elves’ Surprise
Let the elves break the news for you with this sweet photo shoot. Share the image on social media or send it to friends and family directly.
20. Tis the Season
A jolly cute sweater will make it easy to tell the world you’re expecting. Fa la la!
21. The Gift
Let everyone know you have received the greatest gift ever! Dress your baby belly up with a giant ribbon, bow, and gift tag.
22. Onesie News
Photograph a festive baby onesie under the tree, or mail a onesie to your loved ones as the announcement itself. A design that reads “My first Christmas” makes the timing clear.
23. Card Them
Turn your holiday card into the announcement itself. Print your ultrasound photo or a “Our family is growing” line on the front and mail it to everyone on your list.
24. On The Way
Surprise the family by showing up for Christmas dinner underdressed in a T-shirt and jeans. On this occasion, they won’t mind.
25. Big News From Big Brother
A big brother sign is an excellent way to share your huge news
26. A Family Affair
Get all the kids in on the fun with this “letter to Santa” photo shoot.
27. Check The Tree
If the family is coming to you for the holidays, deck the tree with baubles like these, and see who gets the news first!
28. Play (With) A Song
Create a Christmas scene and caption it with a Christmas song title.
29. Puzzle Them
Give your family a puzzle like this as your Christmas pregnancy announcement.
30. Elfish News
Bring the Elf on the Shelf out early with a tiny sign or ultrasound photo to announce the news to your kids and the rest of the family. It works any time of year, not just December.
31. On the Nice List
This photo shoot is another unique way to have your older child announce their excitement.
32. By the Chimney With Care
Hang this set of stockings by the fire, and let your loved ones figure it out.
33. Onesie and a Song
Use a favorite Christmas song and a cute onesie to make your announcement for you.
34. Favorite Christmas Movie
Fans of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation will love this one. Borrow the movie’s famous line and call your baby “the gift that keeps on giving the whole year,” then add your due date and share it with family.
35. Cutie PJs
A super cute Christmas pregnancy announcement that you’ll look back on and love for years.
36. How’d That Happen?
If cute is not your thing, try funny.
37. Dinky Decor
How sweet is this Christmas pregnancy announcement? And it’s a keepsake your parents will love.
38. It’s A Sign
A play on words and a chalkboard sign may be all you need.
39. Pretty as a Picture
Your announcement could double as your Christmas card and an opportunity to share the latest photos of your little one.
40. Christmas Cookies
Share the news with a tasty treat this Christmas. If you’re not a cookie baker, talk to your local bakery. Most are happy to help you make the perfect announcement.
41. Cookies for Two
Skip sharing the cookies; you could eat them yourself! You are eating for two now, after all.
42. It’s Behind You
Sneak your pregnancy announcement into another Christmas photo. You’ll find out who is observant in your family and who isn’t.
43. Beautiful Ugly Announcement
Wear these ugly Christmas sweaters to your next festive event, and watch the shocked expressions as people realize you’re not just dressing matchy-matchy for fun.
44. Wrap it Up
If you are announcing in gift form, skip the usual Christmas paper and wrap the present in baby-themed paper instead. The mismatched wrapping gives a moment of confusion before the reveal lands.
45. Tableau
Create a stylish stack of baby items and a cute sign to drive home your message.
46. Share the News
If you’re holding out until Christmas to share the news with your partner in gift form, wrap your announcement in a Christmas-themed swaddle blanket.
47. Paint It
This painted sign goes above and beyond the typical baby announcement.
48. Count Them Closely
Add an extra stocking to your lineup. See if anyone notices! You can make it a little more obvious by clipping an ultrasound photo on the newest stocking.
49. Tiny Toes
A simple photo of some holiday baby booties should make the message clear.
50. Finally!
This announcement is perfect for those who had to take extra measures to get pregnant. Edit the digital image with your family’s details and share it on social media. You could also print copies and include them in your Christmas cards for family and friends.
51. Joyful Chest
Make your announcement a forever gift with a onesie in a keepsake chest.
52. A Gift
Create these table announcement gifts — they’ll be an elegant way to spill your news.
53. Santa Says
Get Santa to share your big news for you. You can either do this in person (add yourselves or your other kids to make it a family photo) or purchase an editable digital image like this one.
54. Sweet Surprise
Surprise your guests with a beautiful cake as the final touch to Christmas dinner. Or bring it along to a family gathering as your contribution to the meal.
55. Tiny Baby Fun
Purchase some tiny plastic babies, and hide them in desserts, wine glasses, or napkins for your family meal. You could also attach them to Christmas cards or gifts for a surprising touch.
56. Photo Keepsake
Have your ultrasound photo added to an acrylic ornament and gift it to your closest family members as a long-standing reminder of that exciting holiday announcement.
57. Poor Puppy
Funny puppy thoughts can share the big news.
58. Double the Presents
If you’re expecting twins, this adorable ornament is the perfect way to make your double blessing known.
59. Rhyme Time
Let everyone know there’s a baby on the way with a little poetry.
60. Grandparents-To-Be
One up the rest of the family and give the grandparents the best gift this year.
61. Sweet Sweater
Share your news with this cozy but ugly Christmas sweater.
62. Trading Silence for Joy
This cozy holiday pregnancy announcement will be your favorite apparel this winter.
63. Decorate
Hang a baby-themed ornament, like a tiny “Coming soon” bauble or a dated “Baby’s first Christmas” ball, on a family member’s tree and see how long it takes them to notice.
64. Put Your Feet Up
How about a cozy socks pregnancy announcement? This one might take a while for people to notice, but at least you get to relax while you’re waiting.
65. The Best Gift
Stage a simple “The best gift is on its way” sign among the presents for an easy photo announcement. Make it your own with a handwritten board, and recreate the shot next year with your baby in place of the sign.
66. Tiny Night
Spread the news with tiny shoes. If you don’t already have a baby girl, there will be no confusion with this one.
67. How Many?
See how many Christmas songs you can work into your pregnancy announcement.
68. Stylish Announcements
You can easily recreate this stylish announcement.
69. Cookies and Hot Cocoa
Recreate this sweet scenario. Post the photo online, or print and share the image and the joy.
70. Baby Belly or Beer Belly?
Why not get coordinating T-shirts?
71. Back Order
They won’t mind their gift being on backorder this year.
72. Circle of Love
You do not have to be crafty for this one. Take a plain Christmas wreath and pin baby items to it with diaper pins or clothespins, tuck an ultrasound photo into the mix, and hang it where everyone will see it.
73. Clip It Up
Print multiple copies of your ultrasound image and clip them onto the Christmas trees of unsuspecting friends and family members. Don’t say a word. Leave it there until they notice, however long it takes.
74. Puppy Love
Stage this sweet photo with your best pal to share your news.
75. Keep It Simple
Mom + dad + Ultrasound + seasonal clothes + Christmas tree = adorable Christmas pregnancy announcement.
76. Holiday Happiness
Share your joy with a simple flat setting that makes for a pretty photo.
77. Say it in Silhouette
It’s easy to create this silhouette image in a dark room with backlighting from your Christmas tree lights.
78. Christmas List
Make the baby part of your little one’s Christmas list.
79. A Family Affair
Or take it a step further and get the whole family in on the act.
80. First Christmas Stocking
Hold up that first Christmas stocking between you and your partner. Bonus points if it doubles as a gender reveal.
81. Serial Announcement
A series of photos of this little one opening a gift makes this an adorable, copy-worthy Christmas pregnancy announcement.
82. Triple the Joy
Expecting triplets? Line up three stockings or three sets of tiny booties under the tree so the count tells the story. It is a simple way to share big news.
83. I Saw A Sign
Share the news by posting a picture of this sign on its own, with your partner, child(ren), or even the fur babies.
84. Personalized
Personalized stockings make a great Christmas pregnancy announcement for guests, and a photo can go online for everyone else.
85. Son of a Nutcracker!
Stage this image however you’d like, but use the fun saying and a festive nutcracker to capture attention.
86. Passed The Test
The Elf, the tests, and some homemade bunting. This makes a cute and unique way of announcing your pregnancy.
87. Bundle of Blessings
Lay out three sets of monogrammed slippers. Add a scripture verse to a onesie, or any onesie that suits your style, and stage this cozy photo announcement.
88. Lit
Download this label and sign set to give your sister the news.
89. Lumberjack Check
A cozy, lumberjack-themed flat lay tells the story on its own. Arrange a monogrammed plaid outfit, a knit hat, and a small “Baby” name tag for a rustic winter announcement.
90. Christmas Morning Coffee
While everyone else is posting pics of presents and family gatherings on Christmas morning, share a cozy scene with you and your hubby with your new Mama and Papa coffee mugs.
91. Under The Tree
A picture of your chalkboard sign may be all you need.
92. Not Only Santa
This onesie lets everyone know that Santa won’t be alone this year.
93. Dated Stockings
As a change from the often-used “years of birth on our shoes” pregnancy announcement, you could use a line of stockings with birth years instead.
94. Hats Off
A beautiful handmade baby hat is a fun Christmas pregnancy announcement idea.
95. Merrier Christmas
A sign to say “the more, the merrier” could be a great way to share your news over the holidays.
96. Hang In There
Gift these, or hang them on your tree. Either way, they are a lovely Christmas pregnancy announcement.
97. Poke Fun
Acknowledge there’ll be no more silent nights for a while.
98. Santa Visits
Share your secret with Santa before you tell the rest of the world.
99. Nap Time
Hang this instead of a Do Not Disturb sign on your door. People will be understanding if you duck out of holiday parties a little earlier than usual to catch more sleep.
100. Bed Shock
This offers a Christmas twist on the “shocked on the bed” pregnancy announcement idea.
