7 creative ways to share a positive pregnancy test with your partner

Announcing your pregnancy to your partner? We’ve got some creative ideas to share the exciting news! 

Sharing the news of your positive pregnancy test is almost as thrilling as seeing two lines, a plus sign or the word PREGNANT on your Clearblue® test. Here are seven fun ideas to reveal a pregnancy to your husband or partner. Several of these ideas could also work for a pregnancy announcement to family or loved ones! Making these cherished memories is just beginning.

When to share your pregnancy announcement

There are a lot of philosophies out there about when to share the news of a pregnancy to your wider circle. Some prefer to wait until after week 12 of pregnancy, because 80% of miscarriages happen in the first trimester.¹ Some want to share the news immediately and are comfortable with their friends and family navigating any unexpected complications with them. The number one rule? You should share when you are comfortable.

Of course, those rules will be completely different with your partner, who is there to support you no matter what pregnancy and parenthood bring. They might be the first person you share with — in which case, planning something special helps make the big moment even more incredible!

Creative ways of announcing your pregnancy to a partner

1. Put it on paper.

Whether you simply write, “I’m pregnant!” or you pen a heartfelt letter to commemorate the moment, sharing the news via paper also creates a keepsake. Search for “pregnancy announcement card” online and you’ll find everything from funny messages to scratch-off reveals to sentimental sayings. If you’re a family of bookworms, pick up one of your childhood favorites from a local bookstore and jot down the big news on the inside cover. Another idea: Look up the current size of your baby in relation to an object you can glue on cardstock, and pair it with a fun message, such as “34 weeks until we meet our sweet pea!” or “We’re adding a pea to our pod!”

2. Don’t throw away your pregnancy test.

Wrap it up and gift it, or hide it where your partner is sure to find it. It could be in the medicine cabinet where he stores his razor or on the top of her makeup bag. Or place it next to the coffee pot or tucked into the pages of their current book — anywhere they’ll find it quickly! If you want a little more pizazz, order a Clearblue® Pregnancy Announcement Keepsake Stick.

3. Expand your wardrobe.

Buy or make a T-shirt with a saying like, “mama in the making” or “grandma in the making.” Have a soon-to-be sibling wear a shirt that says, “promoted to big sister” or “big brother,” dress your pet in a tee or tank that says, “official toy tester” or “I’m getting a human,” which is a fun way to surprise friends and family. You can also gift a onesie with a clever saying printed on it (which you’ll use later!). In fact, using any baby-sized apparel — such as a favorite sports jersey, socks, shoes or a sweater — is an adorable way to share.

4. Play a game.

This could be anything from a scavenger hunt (maybe around your favorite date spots) to spelling out the news during Scrabble (pocket the right letters ahead of time; your opponent likely won’t mind this one-time cheat). Pictionary or charades both have plenty of opportunities to mimic a “bun in the oven” or “dad-to-be.” Or you could simply drop the news that you’re “playing for two.” 

5. Use your kitchen.

Mugs offer lots of fun options with messages on the front (think “world’s best dad” or “world’s best mom”) or cups that reveal a hidden message when hot liquid is added. Buy a bowl or an engraved spoon that says, “eating for two” and wait for your partner, sister or friend to notice. Use icing to decorate a dessert with your good news. Add a handmade label to your partner’s favorite bottled beverage. If you go for a bottle of wine or liquor, you can save it to celebrate together after your baby is born. 

6. Opt for something simple.

“Bun in the oven” is a long-loved metaphor for announcing pregnancy to a partner. The idea, of course, is that a bun in an oven slowly grows as it bakes, similar to a baby growing in a womb. Stick a bun in your oven and tell your loved one to look inside. Easy-peasy.

7. Share a hug and enjoy the moment.

Sometimes the most memorable life events are the simplest. Hug your loved one, look them in the eyes and share the exciting news. Be present and soak up each second. Log each reveal and announcement in a journal or notebook so you can re-live those moments for years to come.

After you’ve shared your good news, it’s also important to tell your ob-gyn that you’re pregnant. (If you don’t have an ob-gyn, your primary care provider can refer you.) Here’s what to expect during your first ob-gyn appointment. And if you’re wondering what symptoms to anticipate now that you’re pregnant, here we share what to expect in the first weeks of your pregnancy.

FAQ

When is the best time to tell your partner you’re pregnant?

• As soon as you want to! While you might wait to tell family or friends that you’re expecting, you should feel comfortable telling your partner right away so they can support you through first trimester symptoms and appointments. 

How can you make a pregnancy reveal feel special and meaningful?

• Be authentic to yourself. It’s easy to see expensive or elaborate pregnancy reveals on social media and overthink your own. But focus on what matters most to you and your growing family.

How can you surprise your partner with a pregnancy test if you’re long distance?

• Mail the surprise to them, if you can wait! Many of the cards, ideas and keepsakes above could be easily shipped. Sharing via video call also allows you to record their real-time reaction. 

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