Announce pregnancy

When you find out that you are expecting a baby, it probably won't take you long to find it difficult to keep your excitement to yourself.
Then it's time to share the wonderful news with your fellow human beings. Announcing your pregnancy is a very special, emotional moment for you and also for your loved ones, and there are many different ways to surprise them.
We have collected the most beautiful and emotional ways to share your pregnancy with friends and family.

When is the right moment to announce your pregnancy to friends and family?

It is often said that you should wait until the end of the first trimester to announce your pregnancy. Ultimately, however, the right moment is always when you feel ready. Some pregnant women prefer to wait until around the around the 12th week of pregnancy to receive confirmation via the that their baby is developing well. Others, on the other hand, want to share the news immediately as soon as they hold the in their hands. This way, they avoid the stress of having to keep the pregnancy and its early signs a secret, and when asked about a glass of wine, they don't have to come up with excuses. ;)

So it's best to listen entirely to your gut feeling. This way, you can initially share your pregnancy only with your closest circle and then gradually inform all the people you want to involve.

And at work?

As an employee, you are not legally required to inform your employer of your pregnancy; you only need to notify them of your parental leave at least two months before it begins. Nevertheless, it is advisable to share your pregnancy with your employer, as only then , which regulates certain protective provisions during pregnancy, comes into effect. The Maternity Protection Act grants you, for example, protection against dismissal, protective periods around the , special arrangements such as breaks at the workplace, and the right to medical appointments during working hours. By announcing your pregnancy in a timely manner, you also enable your employer to find a temporary replacement for you early on.

How do I surprise my partner with the pregnancy?

The first person you share the exciting news with is certainly your partner. Even if you have already consciously planned for the baby, you can also think of something special to tell her/him that you're expecting a baby. The most beautiful options can be found here.

The baby bodysuit

Give your partner a tiny, printed baby bodysuit with the inscription "Hello Mom/Hello Dad". It's incredible to think that your child will be wearing it soon.

The pregnancy test

No question, a positive pregnancy test says more than a thousand words. Give your partner the test as a gift wrapped in a special moment – or simply place it next to their plate and wait for the click to happen.

Held forever

Please ask a person from your friends or family circle to take a photo of both of you. Just before it happens, announce "I'm pregnant" – and the unforgettable look of your partner will be captured forever. If you want to keep the news between the two of you for now, a selfie will work just as well.

How do I announce the pregnancy to the future grandparents?

With the arrival of a new family member, not only does your daily life change, but probably also the lives of the . We have gathered some ideas to let them know in a fun and creative way that they will soon become grandma or grandpa.

The fortune cookie

The probably tastiest way to tell your parents you're expecting a baby. Offer them a personalized fortune cookie with a personal message during your next coffee visit. Now it's time to wait eagerly for their reaction!

The Baby Letter

Write a letter to the future grandparents from the perspective of their grandchild, introducing yourself and announcing your birth. You can place the card together with an ultrasound picture into an envelope and give it to your parents. They will surely never part with this special letter!

The photo album

You were just on vacation? Great, then invite your parents to look at the vacation photos together. As the last picture, add an ultrasound image as a surprise, announcing your pregnancy. If you want, include a note like "Our greatest journey is still ahead of us."

With the help of the older siblings

If you already have one or more children, they will surely be happy to assist you as accomplices. with a sign revealing the news: "I'm going to be a big sister/big brother."

So tell the whole family that you are expecting a baby

The scratch card for the birth

The element of surprise is guaranteed when you tell your family or friends about your pregnancy with a scratch card. Personalized scratch cards are available for the whole family: future grandparents, aunt, uncle, and many more. Bet you they'll be much more excited about that than a million-dollar win?

The Surprise Egg

If DIY is exactly your thing, you'll find countless creative ideas on to share the good news with friends and family. One idea is an emptied egg, which serves as the messenger of the news. To do this, poke small holes in both ends of the egg with a needle to blow it out. After you have emptied the egg, clean it and let it dry. Now you can insert a rolled-up note with the message into the opening, paint or decorate the egg as you like, and hand over the surprise.

T-Shirt with message

With a T-shirt bearing a clear message like „Super Mama“ or „I'm going to be a dad“, the news will not go unnoticed at the next family dinner. ;)

Original ideas to introduce your girlfriends/boyfriends

With the wine label

How about an invitation to dinner to announce your pregnancy to your girlfriends/your friends? For this, you offer them a very special wine, whose label you have personalized beforehand with a message. Let yourself be surprised who discovers it first!

Pizza Party

If a relaxed pizza evening suits you better than a formal dinner, just write the message on the inside wall of a pizza box the next time you invite your friends. Alternatively, you can also glue in an ultrasound image.

Music, baby!

Create a very special playlist for the next evening with girlfriends/boys. What do the songs have in common? The word "Baby" appears in all of them – the selection is large!

If you prefer it simple and without much fuss, of course, a grand gesture is not necessarily needed to share your pregnancy with friends and family. A simple "I'm pregnant" is of course enough, and the joy will surely be just as great. No matter how you announce your pregnancy: we wish you that the moment with your loved ones becomes a very special one that you will all remember for a long time.