What to Write in a Baby Shower Thank You Note

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Example wording of heartfelt messages plus thank-you card etiquette

Co-authored by Annabelle Reyes Reviewed by Seth Hall

Last Updated: September 2, 2024 Fact Checked

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How to Write a Thank You Card

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Messages for Friends & Family

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For Coworkers

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For People Who Sent Gifts

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Belated Messages

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When to Send a Thank You Card

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Tips for Writing Thank You Cards

A baby shower is a beautiful way to celebrate your little one before they arrive. Once the party's over, it’s time to write heartfelt thank-you notes to attendees and everyone who sent or brought a gift. But what if you’re not quite sure what to say to adequately thank your guests? Have no fear! In this article, we’ll go over what to write in a baby shower thank you card, including dozens of examples to inspire you. If you’re ready to let your baby shower guests know just how much their love and support means to you at this very special time, keep reading!

Thank You Baby Shower Messages

“Thank you so much for the adorable onesies. I can’t wait to dress baby Harper up in them!”
“You made my baby shower so special and memorable! Thank you for being there.”
“It was so wonderful to see you at the shower, and I’m so grateful for your generous gift.”
“Thank you for the hand-crocheted baby blanket! It looks so lovely in our nursery.”
“Our baby is so lucky to have someone as kind and generous as you in their life.”
“Thank you for coming to the shower, and for your beautiful gift!”

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How to Write a Baby Shower Thank You Card

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Start with a personal greeting. Since you’ll likely be writing several thank you cards, you may be tempted to simply write the recipient’s name at the top of the note to save time. Try to resist this impulse! It’s best to open your card with a warm, personal greeting to show the recipient how much you appreciated their attendance at your baby shower. ^{[1]
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- For example, instead of simply writing “Erica,” at the top of the card, write “Dear Erica,” or even “To my dear friend Erica.”
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Thank them for attending the shower or sending a gift. After greeting the recipient, thank them for taking the time to come to your baby shower. If they couldn’t make it to the shower but mailed you a gift, thank them for this, as well.
- “Thank you so much for coming to my shower and celebrating with me. It meant so much that you were there!”
- “Thank you for sending such a generous gift! I can’t wait to see you and thank you in person sometime soon.”
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Express your appreciation for their specific gift. Whether the recipient got your baby an adorable onesie, a cuddly stuffed toy, or a generous gift card to a baby store, be sure to mention how much you appreciate the gift, and how excited you are to use it. ^{[2]
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- “I’m absolutely in love with the baby blanket. It’s going to keep Emma so snuggly and warm this winter!”
- “Thank you so much for the adorable tummy time mat! I just know that baby Jack is going to love it.”
- “The stuffed giraffe you picked out is the cutest. I have a feeling it’s going to be Ava’s first best friend!”
- “Thank you so much for the gift card! It’s helping us create our dream nursery, and we’re so grateful for your generosity.”
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Close with another statement of appreciation. Reiterate how thankful you are for their attendance at the baby shower and their gift, and let them know that you appreciate their friendship and support. If you’re close to this person, you can also throw in something about how excited you are for them to meet your new baby. ^{[3]
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- “We appreciate your gift, and we’re so glad you could make it to the shower. Baby Diego is so lucky to have you in his life, and so are we!”
- “Thank you so much again for being there last Saturday, and for your generous gift. Best friends are like sisters you choose, and I absolutely can’t wait for Stella to meet her bonus aunt!”

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Baby Shower Thank You Messages for Friends & Family

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Fill your thank you card with a warm, personal message. Tell them how much you appreciate their love and support at this special time, and let them know how excited you are for them to be in your baby’s life. Here are some examples:
- “Dear Caitlyn,
 Thank you so much for coming to the shower last week, and thank you for the gorgeous hand-crocheted baby blanket! It’s going to look so lovely in our little one’s nursery. I’m so grateful to be your sister-in-law, and I can’t wait for our baby to meet their amazing aunt and adorable cousins.”
- “To my very best friend,
 Thank you so much for making my baby shower so special, and thank you for the beautiful picture books you picked out for our little nursery library! I’m so lucky to have someone like you in my life, and so is baby Liam.”
- “Dear Jessica,
 It was so lovely to see you at my baby shower this past weekend! Thank you so much for coming, and thank you for the adorable onesies—I absolutely can’t wait to dress Arthur up in them.”
- “Dear Jade,
 thank you so much for being there on my special day. It was so lovely to celebrate baby Rosie with you, and I know she’s going to love the adorable block set you got her. I’m so thankful Rosie is going to have someone as wonderful as you in her life!”
- “To my kind and generous friend, thank you for celebrating baby Bella with me, and thank you so much for contributing to our nursery fund! Your gift is helping us create the perfect nursery, and we could not be more grateful for you.”

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Baby Shower Thank You Messages for Coworkers

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Thank your coworker for taking the time to come to your shower. Be sure to thank them for being there for you, and let them know you appreciate their gift. In general, it’s best to send each individual coworker a personalized thank you card, but if they pooled their resources together to get you one present, you can write a single thank you message and send it in a group email or text, if you prefer. Here are some examples:
- “Dear Elio,
 Thank you so much for coming to my baby shower, and thank you for your beautiful gift! I had no idea diaper bags could be so stylish and fashionable. You’re the best work bestie I could ask for, and I can’t wait for you and baby Jackson to meet!”
- “Dear Jasmine,
 I’m so thankful for your support and wise advice as I welcome my first child. It was so great to see you at the baby shower, and I’m in awe of the beautiful hand-knitted boots you made for the baby. I’ll miss you during my maternity leave!”
- “Dear Casey,
 Thank you for making my baby shower so special, and thank you for the adorable pajamas you picked out for Mason. The little bears are so cute, and I know he's going to love them. I’m so grateful to work with such a thoughtful, generous person!”
- “To the best coworkers I could ask for,
 Thank you all for coming to my baby shower! I feel so lucky to have such a kind and supportive community surrounding me at work, and I’m so excited to read the set of picture books to Lily.”
- “To my wonderful coworkers,
 Thank you for the generous gift card—you made it possible for us to get our dream stroller! I’ll miss you all during my maternity leave, but I can’t wait to bring baby Gabriel to the office to meet you.”