Whether you already knew during pregnancy that your parents were expecting a son or it was a surprise at the birth – you naturally want to send beautiful congratulations on the birth of your boy.
There’s nothing more beautiful than honoring and celebrating new life. Of course, this also applies to the birth of a little girl. The new parents are still completely overwhelmed by the miracle of birth. This resonates even when reading a beautiful greeting card.
If you’re not that close to the parents, a WhatsApp message will suffice. Of course, you should also carefully express your best wishes to acquaintances and wish them luck in this new phase of their lives.
Here you will find beautiful sayings, whether classic, short or funny, as well as rhymes and quotes that are particularly suitable for your congratulations on the birth of a boy.
Congratulations on the birth of a boy that rhyme
Germans seem to have a weakness for rhymes. Many find the right words for congratulations in short poems , be it for a birthday or any other occasion. Of course, rhymes are also great for expressing the great joy of the birth of a child.
In this section, you’ll find verses specifically related to the birth of a heir. Whether by unknown authors or famous German writers and songwriters, all are enchanting in their own way.
The rhymes honor the young parents and the little person who makes them so happy.
1. “A little sparrow welcomes the world!
We’ve ordered happiness for him!
Your dream has come true.
The little one laughs and roars,
soon he’ll be running around the neighborhood,
you can’t buy such happiness!”
– Wolf Dietrich
2. “It’s a miracle, it’s crazy,
your son has been born.
Life is experiencing a major turning point
, and we are overjoyed for you!”
– Unknown
3. “Four feet tall and medium-small walked alone for a while, now two tiny little feet accompany them
at every step .” – Unknown
4. “The new arrival is here! A boy, hooray!
Congratulations on the birth of your baby!”
– Unknown
5. “Your little boy has finally arrived in the world,
we were so happy to hear!
His two young feet are still small,
but that won’t always be the case.
Congratulations on your son!”
– Unknown
6. “A baby is now living in the house,
and the world will look much brighter.
The little one will bring you much joy;
he will be cheerful and laugh a lot.”
– Unknown
7. “Now he lies before you in all his glory,
the little son who makes you so proud.
It is perhaps the greatest happiness on earth
when two lovers become parents.”
– Unknown
8. “He shall become a good boy
and prosper to your joy. May life’s most beautiful sunshine
shine upon him in the undergrowth of the earth .” – Friedrich Hebbel (1813-1863), German playwright and poet
9. “Our wish comes with consideration;
never let yourself be robbed
of what makes life valuable:
hope! love! faith!
– Friedrich Morgenroth (1836-1923)
10. “Cub, this is your planet.
Here is your destination, little package.
Friendly bundle, welcome in.
May life be good to you here.”
– Reinhard Mey (*1942), German singer-songwriter
11. “What a child’s soul
promises with every glance! A whole spring
is not so rich in hope .” – Hoffmann von Fallersleben (1798-1874), German writer
Congratulations on the birth – short text suggestions
Welcoming a new arrival doesn’t necessarily require many words. Even short sayings can convey great happiness! Some of the messages suggested here have already become true classics.
Others are perfect for letting the little family know, without exaggeration, that you’re thinking of them. For example, if they’re good friends you don’t see often, reserved but sweet words and wishes are appropriate.
1. “Some things start big, some things start small. And sometimes the smallest is the biggest!” – Unknown
2. “With your little son, there are now three of you,
we send you lots of luck and health!”
– Unknown
3. “Great things always start small –
We congratulate you on your little son!”
– Unknown
4. “Children’s noise is the most beautiful music of the future!” – Unknown
5. “A little bit of mom, a little bit of dad, and a whole lot of wonder!
Congratulations on the arrival of your son!”
– Unknown
6. “Happiness can’t be bought, it’s born. We wish you all the best on the birth of your son!” – Unknown
7. “Your son has been born, what wonderful news! We congratulate you from the bottom of our hearts!” – Unknown
8. “We send many congratulations on the birth of your son and hope to meet him in person soon!” – Unknown
9. “A childhood full of love is a life full of happiness – you are the best parents a child could wish for. All my love to you and your little son!” – Unknown
Funny sayings as congratulations on the birth of a boy
Humor can’t be out of place when love turns into life. Great happiness comes with heavy responsibility. Big words convey a solemn feeling. And funny sayings bring lightness to the situation!
With words like these, you can remind parents to continue not to take life too seriously and to stay relaxed as much as possible. Here are three suggestions for humorous congratulations for the little man:
1. “Congratulations on this extraordinary promotion! You are now parents of a son! All the best and lots of happiness for your future as a family!” – Unknown
2. “Congratulations on your angel,
what a tough little boy he is!
Dad did a great job with him,
and he’s also taken a lot from his mom.
A good mix of the two of you,
but who he gets his character
from remains to be seen.”
– Unknown
3. “Congratulations on the birth of your son!
A little angel now enriches your life.
And even if a B sneaks in every now and then, turning him into a brat, you’ll surely never forget:
children are the greatest blessing!
– Unknown
Classic congratulations on the birth of a son
A beautiful quote from literature or from thoughtful people makes a great opening for a greeting card. Parents also often choose quotes for their birth announcement cards to announce the birth to family and friends.
Or they might be looking for appropriate quotes from their favorite works, such as the world-famous children’s book “Pippi Longstocking.” If you also received such a birth announcement, respond accordingly to its style and tone.
If you add your heartfelt personal words to the classic quotes, your greeting card is sure to delight the proud parents. And perhaps one day it will even be read aloud to the little prince.
1. “There will be hands that will carry you, and arms in which you will be safe, and people who will show you without question that you are welcome.” – Khalil Gibran (1883-1931), Lebanese-American writer, poet, and artist
2. “Parents hold their child’s hand for a certain time. But they hold their child’s heart forever.” – Unknown
3. “Children are like travelers seeking their path. You will surely be wonderful, responsible companions. Congratulations on the birth of your son.” – Unknown
4. “A child makes the house happier, the love stronger, the patience greater, the hands busier, the nights longer, the days shorter, and the future brighter. Happy birth of your son!” – Unknown
5. “Three things remain to us from paradise: the stars of the night, the flowers of the day, and the eyes of children.” – Dante Alighieri (1265-1321), Italian poet and philosopher
6. “You only realize the true meaning of life when you hold your own child in your arms for the first time. With all my heart, love for the birth of your little boy!” – Unknown
7. “Children should get two things from their parents: roots and wings.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832), most important German poet
8. “The jewel of the sky is the sun, the jewel of the house is the child.” – Chinese proverb
9. “Every child I meet awakens in me two feelings: tenderness for what he is and respect for what he could become.” – Louis Pasteur (1822-1895), French chemist and microbiologist
10. “With a childhood full of love, one can endure a whole life.” – Jean Paul (1763-1825), German poet, publicist and educator
11. “I wish your offspring all the best, much joy in life, and above all, good health. I wish you both strength, endurance, and the patience of an angel. Together, you will surely overcome all obstacles. Congratulations on the birth of your little boy!” – Unknown
12. “A baby is a gift from heaven: It still carries the rays of the sun on its face, the sparkle of the stars in its eyes, and the smile of the moon on its lips.” – Barbara Schniebe
13. “A child is love made visible.” – Novalis (1772-1801), German poet
14. “Children refresh life and gladden the heart.” – Friedrich Schleiermacher (1768-1834), German Protestant theologian, philosopher and educator
Final thoughts
The parents waited nine months for the miracle of birth. Their joy is hard to describe, knowing that everything went well and that mom and baby are doing well. A small child, whether a prince or a little princess, is perceived as life’s greatest gift or God’s blessing.
In this post, you’ll find sayings and suggestions for a congratulations card or digital message for proud parents who have welcomed a son. The joy of such a small being is something truly special, even if the responsibility weighs heavily and worries will now accompany their entire lives.
That’s why, in addition to classic and short sayings, rhymes, and quotes, I’ve also included funny congratulations. After all, humor reminds us to take life with a certain lightness.
You can use or edit any of the suggestions in this post. It’s best to add a few personal words to the saying or quote of your choice. Either comment on it or relate it with a short anecdote.
Greeting cards are usually kept. This way, the memory of your congratulations is preserved forever and can delight not only the parents but also the child later on.
Also take a look at congratulations on the 2nd child and how to congratulate on the birth of the third child .
