The day you find out you are pregnant is one of the most exciting, emotional, and at times overwhelming days of your life. It’s one of those special days that you want to share with your husband. And what better way to share your exciting news than by surprising him in a fun and memorable way?
Whether you want to make him laugh, cry tears of joy, or just give him the shock of his life, here are 50 creative and funny ways to tell your husband you’re pregnant.
50 Fun Ways to Tell Your Husband You’re Pregnant
Buy him a “World’s Best Dad” mug, give it to him with his morning coffee, and watch him read the mug and then notice what it really says.
Order a custom baby-themed puzzle for him and see him put it together and realize.
Buy a cute baby onesie with a little message on the front, such as “Mom’s Favorite” or “Daddy’s Little Sidekick,” and surprise him with it.
Set up a scavenger hunt around the house or yard and make the final prize a “We’re Pregnant” sign or a positive pregnancy test.
Order him a custom T-shirt that says “I’m going to be a dad,” and wear it out one day without telling him, then ask him what’s up, and see him work it out.
Cook his favorite meal for him but put a note at the bottom of the plate or under his drink that says, “We’re expecting!”
Leave the pregnancy test on the bathroom counter for him to see, then when he asks, “What’s this?” answer, “I’m pregnant!”
Bake a cake with a pink or blue filling in the middle and surprise him when you cut it and he gets a fun surprise.
Purchase or make a custom book for him called “How to Be a Dad,” and along the way, write little notes and include pictures of the two of you as a family, ending with the big surprise.
Create a pregnancy announcement video for him that asks a question like, “What do you think is coming?” and surprise him at the end with a baby ultrasound or a “We’re Pregnant” sign.
Order a customized fortune cookie with a “You’re going to be a dad!” message inside and surprise him over a nice dinner you make.
Purchase a classic baby book for him, but instead of writing “Dedicated to the most wonderful” or something generic like that, write, “Guess what? I’m pregnant.”
Buy a “Baby on Board” sticker for his car, and surprise him by putting it on his car. Wait for him to spot it, and you know the rest.
Grab a calendar and mark the day you got the positive pregnancy test, then put it out on the kitchen table for him to find. He’ll be in for a big surprise when he notices the date.
Put a pair of baby booties in his shoes while he’s not looking and wait for him to slip them on and get the surprise of his life.
Bake baby-themed cookies with cute sayings on them like, “We’re pregnant!”
Print off an ultrasound picture and frame it for him and surprise him with it.
If you have a dog, get him a “Big Brother” shirt and surprise your husband by putting it on your pooch. Let him notice the sign, then let him work it out!
Write him a fortune in a fortune cookie that says, “A little one will be joining your family soon,” and hand it to him and watch his reaction.
Get a baby name book and casually leave it open on the coffee table with the first page bookmarked.
Stick one tiny baby shoe in the closet and keep an eye on him as he looks for it. When he asks you what it is, tell him he’s going to need a pair soon.
Buy a stuffed animal and write on a note that says, “This is for our baby” and surprise him as the two of you sit on the couch.
Get socks customized with “I’m going to be a Dad!” on them and surprise him with the thoughtful gift.
Plan a surprise date night where everything is baby-themed. Create a baby-themed playlist, then, as you end the date, surprise him by telling him, “You’re going to be a dad.”
Create a countdown to the baby’s due date and put it up on the wall for him to see. When he notices it, tell him what it’s for.
Write a heartfelt or funny poem about your pregnancy and hand it to him.
Purchase a baby bib that says, “Daddy’s Little Buddy” or “I Love Daddy” and let him find it in his laundry pile.
Order a pizza and have the pizza box customized with a “You’re going to be a dad!” message.
Create a “dad-to-be” gift basket and fill it with items that a future dad may need: diapers, baby wipes, baby socks, and a cute outfit.
Write a few baby names on puzzle pieces, let him put the puzzle together, and let him know you are pregnant as he works it out.
Create a fake movie trailer by editing together clips from your life as a family with a title that says “Coming Soon: Baby [Last Name]!”
Have a “baby reveal” photo shoot together, and as you two are posing with props, surprise him by handing him an ultrasound picture or a “We’re Pregnant!” sign.
Create a “We’re Pregnant” newspaper front-page announcement and leave it on the kitchen counter for him to spot.
Play a fun game of Bingo with him, but on the bingo card, fill the spaces with baby items like “diapers,” “crib,” and “baby shoes.” Once he gets bingo, let him know what’s going on.
Take your husband out on a baby-themed date. Decorate the restaurant table with baby stuff and surprise him as he asks.
Create a shopping list of items such as diapers, bottles, and baby clothes and casually give it to him at the next grocery shopping trip.
Fill up a mason jar or some other glass jar with baby items like pacifiers, baby socks, a baby bottle, etc.
Wear a shirt that says “Guess What? We’re Pregnant” and see how long it takes him to notice.
Write and record a custom baby announcement song and surprise him when he least expects it.
Purchase or make some baby-themed scratch cards, and as he scratches each one, he’ll get the surprise.
Change your phone’s lock screen to a picture of your ultrasound or a message that says “We’re Pregnant,” and let him open the phone.
Bake some baby-themed cookies or cupcakes and, as he bites in, he’ll see a sweet message about you being pregnant.
Leave baby shoes in his drawer, and when he finds them, let him know, “Guess who’s going to be a dad.”
Write him a heartfelt letter that you’ll make him read to you, all about how excited you are, how much you love him, and the big news: “I’m pregnant!”
Print a “Baby on Board” sign for his car and wait for him to see it when he goes to drive.
While driving in the car together, just say, “You know, we need to get ready for a little one,” and see how long it takes him to catch on.
Hold up a flashcard to him that reads “Pregnant” when he’s not looking and wait for his reaction.
Make a surprise video call with your close family to announce the pregnancy, and he’s there with you.
Bring him a cake pop that’s decorated with “Dad-to-Be” written on it.
Fill a room with balloons, and as he walks in, casually say, “Looks like we’ll be needing these!”
Final thought
In summary, how you break the news of your pregnancy to your partner should be a memorable moment that you both will cherish.
Consider creating a fun surprise or a sentimental gesture that reflects your unique relationship. The most important thing is to make the announcement personal and special, as it marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in your lives.
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