When I got a job offer in Minnesota, I was like, “Minnesota? Where is that?!?” After consulting my handy dandy road atlas (This was pre-GPS. Give me a break.), I exclaimed, “That state touches Canada! Eesh, that’s far north.” Well, the job was too good to pass up. And even though I only planned to live here for a couple of years to build up my resume, I’ve now lived in Minnesota for 12 years (both of my kids were born here, in fact). I think we’re officially Minnesotans. Needless to say, none of our friends and family followed us up here. So, any of our big life announcements have been made by phone. I would have loved to surprise everyone with a clever Facebook post or a styled Instagram pic, but social media announcements weren’t so big back then. If they would have been, I would have had a hard time narrowing down all the fun, funny, thoughtful ways to tell everyone we were expanding our family.
With more and more jobseekers willing to move for the perfect gig, it’s no wonder that social media shares have become a common way for moms and dads-to-be to surprise their faraway family and friends of a new baby’s impending arrival. Just in time for your pregnancy announcement (or a friend’s), I’ve rounded up fun ways to announce your pregnancy on social media. Get inspired!
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Super Cool Ways to Announce Your Pregnancy on Social Media
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Hats Off
Illinois-based mom, Catie Parrish, announced that baby #2 was on the way with each family member's favorite hat and birth date, including one for the newest addition. Super Cute!
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Confetti Announcement
It's time to celebrate! A baby is on the way. Why not pop the confetti cannon to show your joy. Check out this festive example on Dale Partridge's Instagram feed.
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Backlit Christmas Announcement
Holiday announcements can be especially decked out. Rachel Parcell of Pink Peonies' Instagram feed showcases this dimly-lit share.
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Shoes for Two Lucky
It's never too early to start shopping. Magazine editor Eva Chen's Instagram feed featured her fave kicks and a little set for her daughter-to-be.
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Sunny Surprise
Jessica Simpson's beachy Twitter post was a no-fuss, easy way to include kid #1 in announcing the impending arrival of #2.
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Kids Say the Craziest Things
Share a Facebook video featuring your kids' genuine reaction to the new addition like Ivanka Trump.
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Floating Fun
You're excited, so spell it out for all to see. Chanel's Instagram feed features this golden, balloon announcement.
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Techie Twosome
Show your family that your tech obsession can still make room for baby. Dad-to-be Keith Craig's Instagram feed boasts the best device-centric announcement.
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Less Is More
Say Yes blooger Liz Stanley featured this still, almost contemplative pic of her pregnancy Instagram feed; it strips away the confetti and craziness for a more introspective vibe.
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Candid Kiddo
Keep the planning to a minimum, like actress Jaime King's did when she announced she was pregnant with baby #2 on Instagram. Her little one's relaxed, no-fuss attitude showcases mom's easy, breezy lifestyle.
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Quirky Announcement
What better time to rock some Mom jeans? They're bound to be an integral part of your future. Check out Bachelor alum Ali Fedotowsky's Instagram pic for more inspiration.
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Read My Tee
Tiny tees can hint at the new addition that's on the way. Blogger Chelsea Nicole of Someday I'll Learn shared the news that baby #4 is on the way with this Facebook post.
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The Gang's All Here
Merrick, style blogger and modern sewing whiz, shared her pregnancy on Instagram with this sweet family photo.
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Party Like a Preg Lady
MTV personality and pro-skateboarder Rob Dyrdeck announced his new wife's pregnancy with this balloon bash and smooch on Instagram.
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Daddy Duty
First-time dads are often just as excited as moms. Let him take center stage in sharing the big news. Justin Timberlake planted a kiss on wife Jessica Biel's little baby belly when they announced the pregnancy on Instagram.
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Pregnancy Pun
Get pun-ny with your online announcement. Jessica Simpson featured this mummy-centric pic on her blog to report that she was expecting.
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Puppy Love
Get your fur babies involved, like singer Carrie Underwood did, when she announced that she was pregnant with her first child on Twitter.