Everyone always says babies grow so fast and when you’re a parent, you soon learn how true that is. One second you’re holding your tiny newborn in your arms at the hospital and then the next, they’re taking those wobbly first steps.
Baby milestone cards have grown in popularity over the years, offering a chance for parents to capture a photo of a certain 'first' in their child’s life, with the card explaining what that moment was. These usually come in a big pack and range from age milestone cards to ones such as ‘Today I smiled for the first time’ or ‘I sat up today.’ They're especially a cute way to share the experience with friends and family and they're always a hit on social media.
How do you use baby milestone cards?
All you need to do is place the relevant baby milestone card next to your little one and get ready to snap a photo! When your child is a bit older you can attempt to get your baby to hold the card themselves but this doesn’t always go to plan so it’s easier just to place or prop the milestone card nearby.
What do you write on a baby milestone card?
Many milestone cards will have a space on the front for you to write the date that the special moment has occurred but if not, just flip the card over and write it on the back instead. You can also note down any fun facts about the memory too so you can read them back in the future and reminisce.
Baby milestone cards to buy
There are so many adorable options to buy, here are just a few of our favourites…

www.jojomamanbebe.co.uk
Gift packaged in a box, this set includes 30 beautiful cards, each representing a different milestone in your baby's development.
Review: "These cards are a great way to mark the key milestones your baby makes in their first year. They are colourful and make a great photo opportunity!"
Pros
- Suitable for both boys and girls
- Comes gift packaged with thirty cards, each representing a different milestone
Cons
- Does not come with storage box
Size: | 15 x 10 x 1cm |

www.etsy.com
With a gentle, gender neutral safari design, this pack of 30 cards are A6 in size and professionally printed on 350gsm card, giving them a luxurious feel. You can even add on a personalised storage bag with your child's name on to keep them safe in.
Review: "Even more perfect in person, I can’t wait to use them. Such a precious idea, I love anything like
Pros
- Gender neutral, making these milestone cards a perfect gift when the baby's gender is unknown
- Printed on quality card for a luxurious feel and longer lasting
Cons
- Storage bag is at extra cost
Size: | A6 (10.5 x 14.85 cm) |

If the usual milestone cards aren't your cup of tea, what about these humorous ones an alternative? Printed on matt card to minimise glare in photos, instead of the usual milestones, the pack celebrates the funny moments that happen with a new baby. Cards include: 'Today I did a poo in the bath' and 'Today I took my first steps - now I can escape.'
Review: "These were great fun, and the person they were purchased for was delighted upon opening them."
Pros
- Pack of thirty unisex design cards with fun messages
- Comes in a keepsake box
Cons
- Not for everyone as some may prefer more traditional milestone cards
Size: | 29.01 x 21.01 x 2.49cm |

www.bigyoulittleyou.com
Bold black-and-white images stimulate the development of the optic nerves and encourage small baby's cognitive development. That's why these monochrome cards are perfect for catching your child's attention. There are 37 cards and space on the back to fill out the date and notes.
Review: "Great for black and white keepsake photos. Love the index at the front - so helpful!"
Pros
- Simple black-and-white design makes these cards modern and stylish
- Printed on quality FSC approved Cards
Cons
- Some parents may prefer more colourful ones

Peter Rabbit is loved by both young and old and this set of beautiful milestone cards with illustrations of Peter and friends makes for a lovely gift.
Review: "I got these for my youngest daughter and she loved them, they really are gorgeous you get 30 beautiful cards for every milestone in your new babies life, they are really well made and not at all flimsy, suitable for both boys and girls, fantastic little present and brilliant value for money."
Pros
- The set includes 30 beautifully illustrated Peter Rabbit cards, perfect for capturing all your babys' special moments
- Classic Peter Rabbit design suitable for both boys and girls
- Comes with a sturdy box for safekeeping
Cons
- The cards jump from one week to one month, which may not suit parents who wish to capture every week of their baby’s early development
Size: | 11 x 2.34 x 16.61cm |

www.etsy.com
For something a little different, what about these stylish milestone discs? The set includes 12 wooden discs that contain 24 different milestones featuring a variety of different leaves and flowers alongside easy-to-read text.
Review: "Perfect quality and will be great to show off our new little one when they arrive. Love that these will be usable for years to come if we have more."
Pros
- Made of wood so it's long lasting
- 12 disc, each with 2 different milestones
Cons
- Some might find it a bit plain

With 40 different memory cards to choose from, you'll be spoilt for choice with this set which comes in a sturdy keepsake box. The corners are rounded for safety and the cards are uncoated on the reverse so you can write in pen or pencil, with lots of space for notes.
Review: "Purchased as a gift for daughter-in-law; loved that you can write the date on the front and a memory on the back. As my son works away quite a lot thought this would be lovely way for his wife to keep him updated with all the little milestones in her and baby's day. Super gift."
Pros
- 40 double-side card, each with space at the back for you to write your personal note about yuor babys' milestone
- Printed on high-quality card stock
Cons
- Some card may not include enough variety to capture all the unique milestones that parents want to document
Size: | 14.8 x 10.5 x 0.2cm |

This huge box includes 15 key age milestone cards, 27 baby first cards, 7 cards you can personalise yourself and 5 mid-pregnancy cards, so you'll be able to make use of them before baby even makes an appearance. All featuring a cute panda design, there's space on the front to write the date.
Review: "This product truly is such a lovely way to signify and remember key milestones in my baby's life.
Using these cards I have been able to mark down incredible memories which I will be able to keep for life. The cards are of excellent quality and will withstand the test of time! The design is lovely and really cute."
Pros
- 55 adorable Panda print card that comes in a keepsake box
- Printed on quality 100% recycled FSC accredited paper
Cons
- None that we can thik of
Size: | 15.9 x 11.7 x 3.3cm |