Do you buy a pregnancy congratulations card?

Question

My friend recently told me she was pregnant after trying for a year. I'm wondering whether to send her a congratulations card? Is there any etiquette around this (eg. in case there is a complication later...) - she is past 3 months.

Answer 1

Best not to. Some people are superstitious and dont think ANYTHING should be bought till baby arrives safely.

Answer 2

I wouldn't do no. Save the cards & gifts

until the baby is born safe & sound  

Answer 3

I'm sure card shops'll do them?

If not go on moonpig.com and make your own :)

Answer 4

It's really up to you. If you can afford it why not.

Answer 5

send it try looking for one is superstore

Answer 6

nah send her one she'll like it :)

Answer 7

I think that's what you give at the baby shower.

Answer 8

Safer not to.

Answer 9

Yes you are right. I would not send a card..  just in case something goes wrong.  one sends a card and probably a suitable toy which is safe for the baby to play with you should ask in a toy shop which toys are not dangerous for newborn babies.. as some are..  and when the child is born send that and a nice card with congratulations.. but not until the baby is there.. x*x

Answer 10

Go ahead and send her one.  People are superstitious, but if she told everyone she is pregnant, she is past the super superstitious part herself.  I mean, unfortunately any number of things could happen to a baby AFTER it is born.  It could develop leukemia in it's 6th month of life or could die from SIDS.  Start sending the happy vibes NOW.

All these people saying wait until the baby comes to send a card.  If superstition is the case, why do we throw baby showers while the mother is still pregnant... complete with cards?

Answer 11

sure, go to Hallmark, they have cards that would work, a 'congratulations, you're expecting' type of card. your friend will appreciate how happy you are for her.

Answer 12

There are cards for expecting parents. Go ahead and congratulate her. She would wonder why you hesitated or didn't do so now. And if there are complications, she will probably look back on your kind wishes with appreciation. If there are complications and you hadn't sent her a card, she may wonder why you didn't wish her well.

I dunno, just a guess, you now your friend and your best bet is to follow your heartfelt feelings.

Answer 13

a sorry to hear  card would be better

Answer 14

It is really optional and I know after 3 months things are looking good. My personal opinion is it is just another profit making scheme for the card companies who churn these out.  Again we are suckers for buying cards so you must decided. Myself, I wouldn't but would not think it wrong for anyone who did send such a card.

Answer 15

Tell her congratulations in person...no card until after the baby comes.

Answer 16

no, it is not practical.....

Answer 17

no, just say "congratulations"

Answer 18

I got congratulations cards when i told people, i thought it was lovely and thoughtful, made me feel really special lol :)

They also threw me a little party :)

Which was so thoughtful and kind too