Birth Announcements: Spreading the News with Style and Ease
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With the seemingly infinite number of "to dos" lined up before baby is born, most expecting parents put off choosing birth announcements until after the precious bundle has arrived.
My advice: although you obviously can't go to print without the vital stats like birth date, weight, etc., try to take care of what you can -- such as the stationery, choosing a printer (or getting the card stock ordered if you'll be printing them at home), and putting together the mailing list beforehand so that once you're home with baby (and have your hands full), you've gotten most of the legwork out of the way.
The most cost-effective option, printing announcements at home with quality stationery and a good printer yields professional results without the hefty price tag. However, buying custom printed announcements eliminates the hassle and takes one thing off your list. Whichever option you choose, below is our guide to our favorite companies to turn to for birth announcements.
A celebrity favorite, Bumper Cards offers low-frills, simple cards that can feature a photo of your newborn. We love the monkey and pig designs - create a package with matching thank you cards and labels for a complete, coordinated set!
With a unique selection of modern announcements, Tiny Prints offers a variety of sophisticated, high-quality cards. Their beautifully designed photo cards are perfect for framing as keepsakes.
FineStationery.com
For a fabulous selection of pre-printed or print at home cards and accessories, FineStationery.com is the place to shop. For $2, you can order sample cards before making a bulk purchase - which is perfect for indecisive moms-to-be!
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