What should a birth announcement include?
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Quick answer: Full name, date and time, weight, length, place and the parents' names. Kemuva’s birth announcement poster is $12, with a preview in about 24 hours and one round of revisions, then a print-ready file.
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Short answer: include the baby’s full name, date and time of birth, weight, length, place and the parents’ names, plus a photo if you like. Kemuva’s birth announcement poster puts them on one print for $12.
The six details to include, a wording example, and answers to common questions.
6 things to put on a birth announcement
1. Full name
First, middle and last name, spelled exactly as on the birth certificate.
2. Date and time of birth
“October 20, 2026 at 8:15 a.m.”
3. Weight and length
“7 lb 2 oz, 20 inches.”
4. Place of birth
The city, or the hospital if you like.
5. Parents’ names
“With love, Sarah and David.”
6. A photo or a short line
“Small in size, big in love,” or a favorite newborn photo.
Wording example
More ideas for new families: gifts for new parents.
Enter the baby’s details after checkout. Preview in about 24 hours, one round of revisions included.
Birth announcement poster · $12FAQs
What should a birth announcement include?
The baby’s full name, date of birth and the parents’ names. Most also add the time, weight, length, place of birth and a photo.
When should you send a birth announcement?
Usually within the first few months. A digital announcement can go out the same week.
Can I add siblings or pets?
Yes. “Welcomed by big sister Mia” or the dog’s name is a sweet touch.
How much is a birth announcement poster at Kemuva?
The birth announcement poster is $12, a print-ready file with the baby’s details, previewed in about 24 hours with one round of revisions.
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