12 Awesomely creative ways to announce your pregnancy (PHOTOS)

Telling your family that you're expecting is so exciting, especially if your loved ones have been not-so-patiently pushing for babies for a long time. And though it can be tempting to just blurt it out, the best announcements I've seen are from couples who got really creative and came up with some truly amazing ways to share the news.

Below, check out 12 of the most awesome ways to tell everyone a little one is on the way!

Big brother/sister

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If you already have one child, you can let everyone know that they're going to be a big brother or sister by posing them with a sign or in this case, a chalkboard. Looks like this little guy is excited about being a sibling!

Traffic sign

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What better way to let everyone there's a "Bump Ahead" than with a traffic-stopping sign?!

Parenting magazines

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Such a creative way to share the big news–and all you need to do is buy some magazines!

Balloons

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Reveal the sex of the baby by using blue and pink balloons, like this adorable couple did!

Pumpkins

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Aww! I can't think of a cuter way to introduce your own little pumpkin!

For Sale ad

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Ha! I couldn't help but giggle when I saw this hilarious announcement offering to sell or trade a bikini and a playstation for a crib!

Math

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Some simple math + a sweet picture = too cute for words.

Spaghetti sauce

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Using food to finish your sentence? Genius!

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How adorable is this?! Bet the cookie eaters were never expecting those fortunes!

Bun in the Oven

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Spread the happy news by putting a bun in the oven … literally!

Parking Sign

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If only there really were parking spots for expectant mothers!

Hello my name is...

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If you've had your baby names picked out for years already, make two announcements at once by revealing that you're expecting and the moniker you've chosen!