Congratulations Messages for New Dads: Example Messages and Quotes

By Billie •  Updated: 04/21/23 •  11 min read

Becoming a new dad is a life-changing experience. Whether it’s their first child or their fifth, every new dad deserves to be congratulated on this special occasion. But what should you say to a new dad to express your congratulations and support? In this article, we’ve put together a variety of example messages and quotes to help you congratulate the new dad in your life.

Congratulations Messages for Father-to-Be

  1. Congratulations on your upcoming bundle of joy! You’re going to be an amazing dad.
  2. Get ready for the best adventure of your life! Congrats on becoming a father-to-be.
  3. A new chapter in your life is about to begin, and I know you’re going to rock it. Congratulations on becoming a dad-to-be!
  4. Wishing you all the best as you prepare to welcome your little one. Congratulations on becoming a father-to-be!

Messages for The First-Time Father

  1. Congratulations on becoming a dad! Your little one is lucky to have such a wonderful father.
  2. I’m so happy for you and your family. Congratulations on your new role as a father!
  3. Welcome to the world of fatherhood! It’s going to be a wild ride, but I know you’re up for the challenge.
  4. Your life will never be the same again, but trust me, it’s all worth it. Congratulations on becoming a first-time dad!

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Messages from Father to New-Dad Son

  1. I’m so proud of the father you’ve become. Congrats on your new bundle of joy!
  2. You’re going to be an amazing dad, just like your old man. Congrats on becoming a new dad!
  3. Watching you become a father has been one of the greatest joys of my life. Congrats on your new addition!
  4. You’ve always made me proud, and now you’re a dad too. Congratulations, son!
  5. Congratulations son, I’m proud of the father you’ve become. Your little one is lucky to have you as their dad.
  6. Seeing you become a father makes me realize how far we’ve come as a family. You’re doing an amazing job, keep it up.
  7. Watching you hold your baby for the first time was a moment I’ll never forget. You have so much love to give and it’s beautiful to see.
  8. Son, you’re embarking on the greatest journey of your life. It won’t always be easy, but I know you’ll be an incredible dad.
  9. It’s amazing to see the bond you already have with your baby. You’re a natural dad and I couldn’t be more proud.
father child hands

Funny New Dad Messages

Becoming a father is a life-changing experience, and it deserves to be celebrated! If you want to congratulate the new dad in a humorous way, here are some messages to consider:

  1. Congratulations on your new baby! Say goodbye to sleep and hello to poop!
  2. Welcome to the club of never-ending diaper changes and sleepless nights. Congrats on becoming a new dad!
  3. Congrats on becoming a dad! Just remember, the baby’s not the boss. You are… until they’re a teenager.
  4. Now that you’re a dad, you’ll never have a boring moment again. Congratulations!
  5. Congrats on joining the world of sleepless nights and dirty diapers! It’s a wild ride, but totally worth it.
  6. From one dad to another, get ready for a lifetime of dad jokes and embarrassing your kid in public.
  7. You may have thought you were tired before, but just wait until the baby arrives. Congrats on your new sleep-deprived life!
  8. Welcome to the “dad bod” club. We have snacks and naps, but no gym membership.
  9. Congrats on becoming a dad! Don’t worry, nobody knows what they’re doing at first. Just fake it ’til you make it.

How to Congratulate a New Father

  1. Congratulate them in person or with a phone call to express your excitement and support.
  2. Write a heartfelt message in a card or text message to let them know how happy you are for them.
  3. Offer to lend a helping hand or be there for them if they need anything during this transition.
  4. Give them a thoughtful gift, such as a personalized onesie or a book on parenting.
  5. Share a personal anecdote or piece of advice about fatherhood that you think would be helpful or meaningful to them.
  6. Finish with another congratulatory message and let them know how much you admire and respect them for taking on this new challenge.
father and baby

What to Say to a New Dad (Funny)

  1. Congrats on becoming a dad! Your life will never be the same again… in a good way, we promise.
  2. Now you’re a real-life superhero. Congratulations on your new superpowers!
  3. Congrats on becoming a new dad! Get ready for your baby’s first words… “dada”!
  4. Your life is about to become a never-ending game of “guess that smell”. Congratulations on becoming a new dad!
  5. Congrats on your new title of “Daddy”! Don’t worry, it comes with a cape and everything.
  6. They say kids grow up so fast, but don’t worry, you have at least 18 years until they move out. Enjoy the ride!
  7. Welcome to the club of perpetually tired and always covered in some sort of bodily fluid. It’s a badge of honor.
  8. Congrats on becoming a dad! I can’t wait to see all the dad jokes you’ll come up with.
  9. You’re now officially outnumbered in your household. Good luck, soldier.

Best Wishes for Fatherhood

Becoming a father is a new adventure, full of love, joy, and challenges. Here are some messages to wish the new dad all the best for his journey:

  1. Wishing you and your family all the best as you embark on this new journey of fatherhood.
  2. May your little one bring you endless joy and love. Congratulations on becoming a dad!
  3. Sending you warm wishes as you start this exciting new chapter
  4. May your new role as a father bring you endless joy and fulfillment. Congratulations!
  5. Wishing you and your family a lifetime of love, happiness, and cherished memories as you embark on this new journey together.
  6. Becoming a father is one of the greatest gifts in life. I have no doubt that you will be an amazing one.
  7. Here’s to a future filled with laughter, love, and precious moments with your little one. Congrats on becoming a dad!
  8. Congratulations on becoming a father! May this new chapter of your life be filled with love, joy, and lots of snuggles.
  9. Wishing you all the best on your journey into fatherhood. May your days be filled with laughter and your heart with love.
  10. Congratulations on your bundle of joy! May you always find happiness in being a dad and watching your little one grow.
  11. As you start this new journey into fatherhood, I wish you patience, understanding, and endless love. Congratulations!
  12. Wishing you all the happiness in the world as you embark on this incredible adventure called fatherhood. Congratulations!

Warm Wishes for the New Dad

Becoming a dad for the first time is a milestone that should be celebrated with warmth and kindness. Here are some messages to send your warmest wishes to the new dad:

father and daughter at ocean

Becoming a Father For the First Time Quotes

If you want to add a little inspiration to your congratulations message for the new dad, here are some quotes about fatherhood to consider:

Congratulations, Father of Baby Girl

Congratulations on Being Father of Baby Boy

Wishes for Becoming Father Second (or Third..) Time

Birthday Wishes for New Father

Congratulations on Becoming Parents

When a couple becomes parents for the first time, it’s a big moment for both the mom and dad. Here are some messages to congratulate the new parents on their bundle of joy:

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Billie

I like to climb mountains, read Nietzsche, and explore the West Coast. I have a BA from York University (2003) in Toronto, Canada, and yet on this site I sometimes spell like an American (know your audience). Thank you. Thank you very much.

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