Start with the sealed envelope
Almost every memorable reveal begins the same way: not knowing yet. After your gender reveal ultrasound, simply ask our sonographer to place the result in a sealed envelope rather than telling you in the studio.
You can then hand that envelope to a trusted friend, a baker or a balloon supplier — so the moment you discover boy or girl is also the moment you've planned and dreamed of.
Intimate, low-key ideas
Not everyone wants a big party, and the quietest reveals are often the most moving:
- 1. The morning coffee. Open the envelope together over breakfast, just the two of you.
- 2. A letter to your baby. Write a note to your little one, then open the envelope and add their pronoun.
- 3. Scratch-card surprise. Have a custom scratch card made and reveal it side by side.
- 4. Cosy candlelight. A pink or blue candle that burns to reveal a coloured core.
Ideas for a celebration
If you love a celebration, these crowd-pleasers never disappoint:
- 5. The confetti cannon. A classic burst of pink or blue.
- 6. Cut the cake. A baker hides the colour inside a plain-iced cake.
- 7. Balloon box. Open a large box and release coloured balloons.
- 8. Paint toss. An outdoor splash of coloured (baby-safe) powder.
- 9. Silly string showdown. Everyone sprays at once for a joyful reveal.
Including far-away family
Distance shouldn't keep loved ones out of the moment:
- 10. The video call countdown. Gather family on screen and reveal together, live.
- 11. Matching parcels. Post identical sealed boxes to relatives to open at the same agreed time.
- 12. A reveal photo. Share one beautifully styled photo as your announcement to everyone at once.
At PeekABaby, live video streaming of your session can be arranged so far-away grandparents feel right there with you.
A few gentle planning tips
Whatever you choose, a few small things make reveals run smoothly:
- Double-check the envelope handover — keep it sealed until the big moment.
- Tell your helper clearly which colour means which.
- Have a camera or phone ready to capture genuine reactions.
- Most of all, choose an idea that feels like you — there's no wrong way.
Frequently asked questions
How do I keep my baby's gender a secret for a reveal?
Ask your sonographer to seal the result in an envelope instead of telling you. Hand it to a trusted friend, baker or balloon supplier so the surprise stays intact until your reveal.
When can I find out my baby's gender for a reveal?
Gender can usually be determined by ultrasound from 15-16 weeks. An optional DNA blood test can indicate gender even earlier, from around 7 weeks.
Can far-away family be part of a gender reveal?
Yes — live video streaming of your session can be arranged, and ideas like synchronised parcels or video-call countdowns help distant relatives share the moment.
