And Then There Were Pregnancy Announcement Plaque

Share the news that your family is growing with a personalised And Then There Were pregnancy announcement plaque. Engraved with your surname and chosen family number, this wooden sign puts your own family at the centre of the reveal. Hold it together for a photograph, style it beside a scan picture or give relatives a moment to read the message themselves.

The design combines “BABY”, your family surname and “…and then there were” with your chosen number. Flowing lettering, leafy sprigs and a small outlined heart finish the announcement against the natural birch grain. It is a simple way to say that someone new is joining your story, and a keepsake to save after the photograph has been shared.

A pregnancy reveal for your growing family

From “and then there were three” for a first baby to “and then there were four” for a second baby, the number makes the message personal. Choose the total you want to celebrate, including your new arrival. The examples in the photographs show possible personalisation; your plaque will use the surname and number you provide.

This design is especially suited to a family pregnancy announcement where the surname and growing family number tell the story. You can keep the news neutral without adding a baby's name, a due date or a gender reveal message.

Personalise your announcement plaque

1. Choose Small, Large or XL from the size menu.
2. Enter your surname and family number in the required personalisation box, for example Johnson, four.
3. Write the number as you would like it engraved and check the spelling of your surname before adding the plaque to your basket.

For a family becoming three, an example is “Taylor, three”. For a family becoming four, you could enter “Johnson, four”. The fixed design wording remains “BABY” and “…and then there were”; the surname and number are the personalised parts. If you need different wording or are unsure whether your request fits the design, please contact us before ordering.

Material and size options

• Material: 3 mm birch plywood with a natural wood finish.
• Small: approximately 11 × 13 cm.
• Large: approximately 15 × 18 cm.
• XL: approximately 22 × 24 cm.
• Design: engraved surname, family number, leafy sprigs and an outlined heart.
• Included: one personalised plaque in your selected size.

Check the measurements against the space where you plan to photograph or display the plaque. For a close-up photograph, a smaller sign can keep the composition simple; for a wider family picture, consider how much of the frame the sign will occupy.

Birch is a natural material, so grain patterns, colour and engraving tone can vary slightly between pieces. These differences give each plaque its own character. Photographs show styling ideas: scan photographs, clothing, blankets, booties and other accessories are not included.

Ideas for your announcement photograph

Hold the plaque at waist height with your partner, place it on a plain blanket beside a scan photograph, or let an older sibling stand beside an adult holding the sign. Soft daylight and a simple background help the engraved surname and number stay easy to read. Take a closer photograph as well as a wider family portrait so you have options for sharing the news.

After the announcement, keep the plaque with your pregnancy photographs or other family mementoes. It marks the moment your family became one person bigger without needing a date added to the design.

Frequently asked questions

What can I personalise?

You can personalise the surname and family number. Enter both in the personalisation box, for example “Johnson, four”. The other wording and decorative design remain as shown.

Which family number should I choose?

Choose the total number you want the plaque to celebrate, including your new baby. For example, two parents expecting their first baby might choose “three”. Use the number that suits your own family.

Should I enter a digit or a word?

Write the number exactly as you would like it engraved. If you want the word “four” as shown in the photographs, enter “four” in your personalisation.

Can I use it for a second baby announcement?

Yes. Choose the family number that reflects your growing family and add your surname. The design works for a first pregnancy reveal or news of another baby joining the family.

Can I choose a number other than three or four?

The family number is personalised, so enter the number you would like. For unusually long wording or a special request, contact us before placing your order.

Does the plaque include a due date?

No. This design focuses on the family surname and number. For a date-led announcement, browse our baby announcement collection.

Is this a gender reveal sign?

This design announces your growing family without revealing a baby's gender. For that moment, see our engraved gender reveal sign.

What is it made from?

The plaque is made from 3 mm birch plywood. The natural wood grain and tone may differ slightly from the photographs.

What sizes are available?

Small is approximately 11 × 13 cm, Large is 15 × 18 cm and XL is 22 × 24 cm. Choose your preferred option before adding your personalisation.

Will my plaque say Johnson?

Only if that is the surname you enter. “Johnson” is an example used in the photographs. Please provide your own surname and chosen family number.

Are the photo accessories included?

No. You receive one personalised wooden plaque in the size you select. Styling accessories shown in the photographs are not included.

Can children hold the plaque?

This is a decorative photo prop and keepsake, not a toy or teether. An adult should supervise any photograph involving children and keep the plaque out of their reach afterwards.

How should I care for it?

Store it somewhere dry and handle it gently. Avoid soaking the wood or using abrasive cleaning products. Keep it protected with your other keepsakes when it is not on display.

What if I am unsure about the personalisation?

Please send us your question before ordering. Check the surname, spelling and family number carefully so the details you submit match the announcement you want to make.

More ways to share your news

Explore our personalised baby announcement signs for other messages, or choose the Here We Grow Again pregnancy announcement sign for a different growing-family reveal. Once your little one arrives, our monthly baby milestone cards help you photograph the next chapter.

Browse more in this collection: Personalised Baby Announcement Plaques.