Ahhh baby showers… cute games, the sweetest little decorations, and so many generous baby gifts. But with all the fun comes what can be a daunting task for a new mama: baby shower thank you notes.
Usually you are one of two people: those who love to write handwritten notes, or those who do not. Either way, we all know that being on the receiving end of a thank you card is highly appreciated.
So, if the thought of sitting and writing thank you notes looms in your mind like a dark cloud, fear not! With just a few simple baby shower thank you note tips, you’ll be on your way to crafting an expertly worded card of appreciation.
Read on as we delve into thank you note tips and tricks, as well as a few essential baby shower thank you note wording ideas!
Baby Shower Thank You Card Etiquette
Sending a hand written thank you card after your baby shower is a thoughtful and considerate act that really stands out in our busy world!
You should aim to send out thank you cards between 2 to 3 weeks after your baby shower. This gives you time to enjoy the moment of celebrating new baby, start nesting with all the baby gifts you’ve received, and hopefully time to rest!
Remember to send a thank you card to all guests who brought a gift, the hostess (or hostesses), and anyone who sent a gift but was not able to attend.
Your goal with writing thank you cards for your baby shower is to show gratitude for the love shown for your new baby from the people in your life!
Baby Shower Thank You Card Tips & Tricks
I will be honest, most of these tricks may seem like common sense when you first read them. But after writing a handful of baby shower thank you notes, if you’re anything like me, your brain may start to feel like mush. Keep these simple baby shower wording ideas in mind!
1. Address the recipient by name
Common sense, right? But having been on the receiving end of a thank you note that just picked up mid-sentence without saying my name or any greeting, it came off rather mass produced and extremely impersonal. This is an easy one, address the recipient by name!
2. Thank them for the specific gifts they brought
It is so important to thank your guests for the specific gift they brought you. A blanket “thank you for the gift” statement seems very impersonal and is a dead give away that you have no clue what that person actually gifted you. So, be specific!
If the person gave you an assortment of gifts (ie a gift basket), thank them for the assortment and maybe pick out one or two items to highlight.
3. Tell them how you’ll use the gift they brought
This is a fun way to add a little more thought and character to your thank you note, and maybe even a dash of humor!
Examples:
“Thank you so much for the Diaper Genie gift–I know that it will get plenty of use soon enough!”
“I so appreciate the sweet swaddles you gifted to us. I’m sure those will be the ticket to a good night’s rest for our sweet baby boy–and mom and dad, too!”
4. Add something personal
Say something personal to your guest– if they attended your shower, tell them how good it was to see them. If they weren’t able to make it or you had a virtual shower, mention how you would love to catch up with them soon. A small statement directly to the recipient goes a long way.
Baby shower Thank You Note Wording Ideas
After reading those tips and tricks, you are well on your way to creating an expertly worded baby shower thank you note. However, if you would like more direction, we are here for you.
Thankfully in the world of baby showers, most of us new mama’s are getting similar gifts. Check out these baby shower thank you notes wording ideas for the basic thank you notes every mama will end up writing!
#1 Baby Shower Thank You Gift wording ideas
This one is the most general, but one that you will definitely have to write. Remember to follow the tips and tricks above to craft your beautifully written baby shower thank you note!
Example:
“Dear Kim,
I wanted to reach out and thank you for the sweet baby bibs and rattles you gifted our new little one. It was so generous of you. I know that our baby girl will look precious in those bibs and will love shaking the rattle toys! It was so good seeing you and catching up at the shower. Thank you so much again.”
#2 Thank you note for baby shower host/hostess
If you have hosted a shower before, you know… hosting is hard work! While your host may love to do it, remember that they spent countless hours planning and executing the perfect day for you. So please, PLEASE send a note of appreciation to your host!
Example:
“Lisa,
The shower that you threw for me in honor of my sweet baby boy was breathtaking. I so appreciate all the time and effort that went into pulling off such a beautiful day. The food, the games, the gifts… it was all so lovely and made me anticipate meeting my little one more than ever. Thank you so much.”
#3 Thank you for baby monitor
A baby monitor is something you have probably already added to you registry, and something that most new parents find to be one of their most-used items. You are definitely going to want to thank whoever gifts this to you!
Example:
“Dear Amanda,
Thank you so, so much for gifting us our baby monitor. We have heard that it is one of the things that we will definitely use the most, so we are so thankful to you! It was wonderful catching up at the shower and I cannot wait to introduce you to our little boy in a few short months!”
#4 Thank you note for baby gift at work, thank you note for baby gift from coworkers
Coworker gifts may come from a single person, or a group! Either way, you want to make sure to thank your work pals for showering you with baby gifts.
Example:
“Sandra,
It was so fun seeing you outside of work at the baby shower! Thank you so much for the thoughtful bath essentials that you gifted for our little one. We have heard that bath time can be a sweet bonding experience and I am sure our baby boy will love all the fun toys to play with! Thank you so much again.”
#5 Baby shower thank you wording for outfit
Your new bundle of joy is going to need some sweet new outfits (most likely you will do a few clothing changes every day!), and luckily, people love to gift baby clothes!
Example:
“Samantha,
I hated that you were not able to attend the baby shower last week, but so appreciate the adorable baby gown and bonnet that you sent! It was so thoughtful of you. The outfit is just precious and I cannot wait to see my little girl wearing it. Thank you so much again!”
#6 Thank you wording for high chair
High chairs are definitely an item that you will be sure to find on every new mom’s “must have” list.
Example:
“Dear Katie,
Thank you, thank you, thank you for the high chair you gifted to us! In just a few short months, I know our baby boy will get so much use out of it. We so appreciate your generosity. I loved getting to meet your new little one at the shower!”
#7 Religious baby shower thank you wording
Example:
“Dear Sarah,
Thank you so much for the sweet books that you gifted for my baby girl. I cannot wait to read through the prayer book with her at bedtime. You are so thoughtful and I know these books are something she will always treasure. We are so blessed to have you in our lives!”
#8 Thank you note crochet blanket
I have a soft spot for anything handmade and genuinely think a crocheted blanket is the sweetest gift! Whether handmade or not, be sure to thank your guests for this thoughtful gift!
Example:
“Jeannette,
I wanted to make sure you knew how much I appreciate the precious crocheted blanket that you made for my baby boy. This is an heirloom that we will treasure forever, and someday we hope that it is passed on to grandchildren. It was so thoughtful and kind of you to take the time to do this. Thank you so much.”
#9 Surprise baby shower thank you wording, thank you message for surprise baby shower
People love surprise birthday parties, so how fun would a surprise baby shower be?! Check out this example of a way to thank someone who may have caught you off guard:
Example:
“April,
I am still in shock from the surprise baby shower you threw for me–I genuinely had no idea! It was so much fun and I am so thankful to have a friend like you. Thank you so much for the time and effort (as well as sneaky tactics) you put in to shower and celebrate my new baby girl. I am so grateful!”
#10 Baby Shower Thank You Card for Money
Money is such a helpful gift when you are purchasing large items for your nursery, or saving money for upcoming maternity leave.
Here’s an example of a baby shower thank you for a money gift.
“Dear Jane,
Thank you for your generous gift! We are so grateful for the money you’ve given us, and we are excited to start a college fund for baby Oliver. Thank you!”
Free Printable Baby Shower Thank You Card
You can grab this free printable baby shower thank you card by clicking the pink button below!
Each page comes with 2 cards that can be cut out using scissors or a paper cutter.
