A little boo is on the way: Halloween pregnancy announcements

Halloween Pregnancy Annoucements collage

by Anne Lora Scagliusi |
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Boo! If you’re expecting a little pumpkin and want to announce it in a spooktacular way, you’ve come to the right place! Here are fang-tastic Halloween pregnancy announcement ideas that will have your friends and family screaming with delight. Get ready to celebrate your new boo!

Pumpkin halloween pregnancy announcement

Pumpkin baby
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Pumpkins are in season, and so is your announcement! Nothing says "fall baby" like a pumpkin-themed announcement! Add your little pumpkin to the mix, and you’ve got the perfect setup for sharing the news in style. Get creative with colours and props to suit your vibe.

Suggested caption: We’re adding a little pumpkin to our patch!

Black and white pumpkins

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Switch up the classic orange with some chic black-and-white pumpkins!This elegant take on a pumpkin announcement is perfect if you're looking for a modern, stylish way to share your news. These monochrome pumpkins make a bold statement and add a dash of Halloween charm.

Suggested caption: A new little pumpkin is on the way... stay tuned for spooky surprises!

Matching skeleton costumes

Skeleton Family Shoot
©Photo credit: Allison Cawley

Get the whole family involved with matching skeleton costumes! Allison Cawley, author behind the Peacefully Chic blog nailed it by getting everyone in on the fun with Halloween skeleton overalls and spooky makeup. The perfect combo of fun and fright!

Suggested caption: There’s a tiny skeleton in here!

Carve a creative announcement

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Why carve a jack-o-lantern when you can carve a baby announcement? For a fun DIY project, carve your announcement into a pumpkin. Whether it's the due date, "Baby on Board," or a cute pumpkin face, this is a perfect way to share your Halloween pregnancy announcement.

Suggested caption: No tricks, just a treat! Baby [Due Date]

Don’t eat the pumpkin seeds!

Halloween Pregnancy Annoucement
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Hint at the new addition with a funny twist! This cheeky announcement features a classic Halloween pumpkin with a funny warning—don’t eat those seeds, they might grow into a baby!

Suggested caption: Don’t eat the pumpkin seeds... they grow into something special!

Family pumpkins

Family pumpkin portrait
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Everyone gets their own pumpkin, including the soon-to-be new addition!
This creative idea uses pumpkins to represent each family member, with the last one marking the arrival of your new baby. It’s simple, cute, and festive!

Suggested caption: Our pumpkin patch is growing!

Big sister in training

Big sister witch costume
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Announce your pregnancy with a little witch in the making! This adorable announcement features a future big sister preparing for her magical new role. With a witchy twist, it's the cutest way to share the news of a new sibling.

Suggested caption: Our little witch is getting promoted to big sister!

Pregnant scarecrow

Pregnant scarecrow
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Dress up as an adorable scarecrow with a baby bump twist! A simple and adorable Halloween costume that doubles as a pregnancy announcement! Throw on a scarecrow outfit and let your belly (and baby pumpkin) do the talking.

Suggested caption: A little pumpkin is growing in my scarecrow belly!

Pumpkin photo idea

Pumpkin family
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For this idea, arrange your pumpkins, add a pacifier and a scan photo, and voila! It’s the perfect combination of spooky and sweet for a Halloween baby reveal.

Suggested caption: Our family is getting an extra pumpkin this Halloween!

Skeleton mummy and daddy

Skeleton parents-to-be
©Photo credit: Marissa Merrill Photography

Embrace the spooky season with a skeleton-themed maternity shoot. Dress as a skeleton parent-to-be costumes and take a fun, festive photo to announce your growing family. This is a playful and memorable way to share the news!

Suggested caption: We’re adding a new little skeleton to our family

Pumpkin heads

Get creative with some pumpkin head props! Have fun with painted or carved pumpkin heads. It's a quirky yet spooky way to capture the excitement of your announcement.

Suggested caption: Pumpkin heads for our pumpkin baby on the way!

Baby skeleton tee next to pumpkin

Baby skeleton tee
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Combine cute and creepy with a baby skeleton prop! For an adorable touch, pose a baby skeleton alongside a pumpkin to signify the little one arriving soon. It’s a delightful mix of Halloween spirit and pregnancy joy!

Suggested caption: Can’t wait to meet our little skeleton in the making!

Deady and Mummy

Deadly and mummy
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Throw on some "Deady and Mummy" t-shirts, grab a cute little pumpkin, and place your baby scan for a simple yet creative pregnancy announcement shot! Perfect for Halloween vibes.

Suggested caption: Our little monster is on the way!

Pumpkin belly

Pumpkin belly
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If you’re visiting a pumpkin patch, why not do a mini-photoshoot to flaunt that beautiful baby pumpkin bump? It’s the perfect backdrop for celebrating your little one on the way!

Suggested caption: There’s a baby pumpkin growing in my belly!

Creative steps announcement

Creative pumpkin steps
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Decorate steps with pumpkins representing each family member! Use pumpkins to represent the birth years of each family member, with the last one indicating your due date. It's a clever way to unveil your exciting news at a Halloween gathering!

Suggested caption: Our family tree just got a little more pumpkin spice!

Pumpkin patch proposal

Pumpkin patch proposal
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Capture the magic of your pregnancy announcement in a pumpkin patch proposal! Use vibrant pumpkins as a backdrop for a whimsical photoshoot that highlights your baby bump.

Suggested caption: Our love story is growing, and there’s a little pumpkin on the way!

With these creative Halloween pregnancy announcement ideas, you’ll be sure to surprise your loved ones this spooky season! Which idea are you most excited to use?

About the author

Anne Lora Scagliusi is a Senior Digital Writer at Mother & Baby. She is a Scotland-based journalist with over a decade of international writing experience, specialising in women’s health, maternal mental health, and wellness. Her work has been featured in Vanity Fair, Marie Claire, and Glamour and has appeared on several Vogue global editions. She is mum to a one-year-old bambino and lives between Italy and the UK.

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