Baby Coming Soon Sign

Make your happy news personal with a Baby Coming Soon sign, engraved with your surname and the month your little one is due. The wooden balloon shape, flowing script name, small outline heart and natural jute string create a simple detail for the photograph you share with family and friends.

“BABY” sits above your surname, with “coming soon” and your date beneath it. The lettering is engraved into pale birch plywood, keeping the natural wood grain visible. Choose Small or Large, add your details and make a keepsake of the time before your baby's first hello.

Your family name, with news to share

This design puts your surname and expected arrival at the centre of your announcement. You can reveal that a baby is on the way without sharing a first name or whether you are expecting a boy or girl. The example “Baby Jones, coming soon, July 2027” shows the standard layout; your own name and date make it yours.

The plaque has a curved balloon outline that tapers towards a small wooden knot at the bottom, with jute twine tied around the neck. The heart is engraved below the date. All wording is engraved into the surface rather than added as raised letters.

Personalise your coming soon balloon

1. Select a size: choose Small or Large from the size menu.
2. Add your surname or chosen name: enter just the name, for example Jones. “BABY” is included in the standard design.
3. Add your due month and year: for example July 2027. Enter your date exactly as you want it engraved.
4. Optional wording change: leave this field blank to keep “coming soon”, or enter a short replacement such as “arriving”.

Example order: Surname: Jones. Due date: July 2027. Different wording: blank. Your sign will read “BABY / Jones / coming soon / July 2027”, with the outline heart beneath.

Check spelling, capital letters, hyphens and the year before adding your plaque to the basket. The names and dates in the photographs are examples. Longer surnames may be made slightly smaller so the text fits comfortably inside the balloon. If you want a longer message or a different arrangement, contact us before ordering so we can check the layout. Previews are available on request.

Two sizes for your reveal photograph

Measurements refer to the wooden plaque, excluding the loose string. Small works well beside a scan print in a close flat lay. Large gives the wording more presence when held in a couple's photograph or included in a wider arrangement. See the size comparison image to compare the two options.

A little detail for the big reveal

Place the balloon beside your own scan photograph on a plain blanket, add a pair of baby booties, or hold it together for a picture. Keep the front facing the camera and use soft window light so the engraved name and date are easy to read. A neutral background lets the wood and wording stand out.

You can share the photograph privately with loved ones or use it for your social media announcement. Afterwards, keep the plaque with your pregnancy photographs as a reminder of the month you were waiting for. For more ways to share your news, browse our pregnancy announcement signs.

Materials and what you receive

• One balloon-shaped wooden plaque in your selected size.
• Your surname, due date and chosen short wording engraved into the standard design.
• The BABY heading and small engraved outline heart.
• Natural jute string tied at the bottom of the balloon.
• 3 mm birch plywood, with visible grain and darker laser cut edges.
• Made in the United Kingdom.

Natural wood grain and engraving shade vary slightly from piece to piece. Scan prints, booties, blankets, flowers and other styling accessories are not included. The plaque is supplied without a stand.

Caring for your keepsake

Store somewhere dry and wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Avoid soaking the wood or using cleaning sprays. This is a decorative photo prop, not a toy or teether. An adult should hold or position it during photographs. Keep the plaque and its loose string out of children's reach and away from a baby's cot.

Frequently asked questions

What can I personalise?

Add your surname or chosen name and due date. You can also enter a short replacement for “coming soon” in the optional wording field. Contact us before ordering for a larger layout change.

Do I need to type BABY with my surname?

No. BABY is included in the standard design. Enter just your surname or chosen name, such as Jones.

Can I use a double-barrelled surname?

Yes. Include any hyphens and capitals exactly as required. Longer names may need smaller lettering to fit the balloon shape. You can request a preview.

Can I use only a month and year?

Yes. A month and year, such as July 2027, is the usual format. Enter the date exactly as you want it engraved and check the year carefully.

Can I change coming soon to arriving?

Yes. Enter “arriving” in the optional wording field. Leave it blank if you want the standard “coming soon”.

Which size should I choose?

Small is approximately 11 × 13 cm and Large is approximately 15 × 18 cm, measured across the wooden plaque. Small suits a close flat lay; Large gives the text more space in a photograph held by parents.

Is the name raised or engraved?

It is engraved into the birch plywood. This design has no raised name letters or painted name colour options.

Is the string included?

Yes. The natural jute string shown at the small wooden knot is included. Other items in the photographs are styling props.

Can I see a design preview?

Yes, a preview is available on request. Contact us with your surname, date and any wording change before production begins.

Can I change my details after ordering?

Contact us as soon as possible. We can make changes before production starts. Personalised items cannot be returned for a change of mind after dispatch; please contact us with a photograph if your order arrives damaged or with an error.

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