Birthday
HydrangeasA son's birthday is a chance to say what parents feel every day but rarely say out loud: "I'm proud of you" and "I'm always here". Here are birthday wishes for a son: short ones, from mum and from dad, for a grown-up and a little son, heartfelt messages, wishes for parents on their son's birthday and a couple of poems.
For a daughter, see birthday wishes for a daughter, and for more messages for men, see birthday wishes for a man.
Short birthday wishes for a son
- Happy birthday, son! I'm proud of you.
- Happy birthday, my boy! Health, strength and good luck.
- Happy birthday, son! You are our pride.
- Happy birthday! May all your dreams come true.
- Happy birthday! Be strong, kind and happy.
- Son, I love you. Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday! May every day bring new victories.
- Happy birthday, son! We are always here for you.
- You are the best gift of our lives. Happy birthday!
- Happy birthday! Bold decisions and loyal friends.
From mum
- Happy birthday, my boy! I remember your first steps and your first "mama", and now I look at the grown man you are and can't stop smiling.
- My dear son, wherever you are, my heart is with you. Take care of yourself and be happy.
- Son, you have grown into a real man: kind, reliable and honest. I'm proud of you every day.
- Happy birthday! I wish you people who value you and a love that inspires you.
- You are my greatest achievement and my greatest joy. I love you endlessly.
- May life be generous to you, and I will always pray for you.
From dad
- Happy birthday, son! You have become a man I'm proud of.
- I wish you strength, wisdom and patience. And if things get hard, remember your dad is always here.
- Happy birthday! You exceeded my expectations, and I'm glad you are my son.
- Son, may you have true friends, work you love and a family waiting for you at home.
- Happy birthday! I wish you always keep your word and never lose faith in yourself.
For a grown-up son
- You have been a grown-up for a long time, but to me you are still the boy who ran to meet me after school. Happy birthday!
- We're proud of your choices and the man you have become. May you have luck at work and someone waiting at home.
- Happy birthday! We wish you time both to build your career and to enjoy simple things.
- Thank you for always finding time to call your parents. It's the best gift for us.
- May your family be strong, your friends loyal and your health rock-solid. Happy birthday!
- You are grown-up, wise and strong. But remember: to your parents you will always be a child loved unconditionally.
For a little son
- Happy birthday, our little hero! Grow up healthy, brave and cheerful.
- Happy birthday! May you have lots of friends, fun games and big discoveries!
- Happy birthday to our champion! We love you to the sky and back.
- Happy birthday, sunshine! May every day be an adventure.
- Our boy, grow up clever and kind, and we will always be by your side.
Heartfelt messages
- When you were born, I understood for the first time that you can love someone more than yourself. Happy birthday, son.
- I can't protect you from every hardship, but I will always have your back. Remember that.
- You taught me patience, courage and unconditional love. Thank you for being you.
- Wherever life takes you, there will always be warmth and home cooking waiting for you.
- Son, every one of your victories is our celebration. We are endlessly proud of you.
For parents on their son's birthday
- Congratulations on your son's birthday! May he make you proud and may you always support him.
- Happy birthday to your son! Health and happiness to him and pride to you.
- Congratulations to the parents! You have raised a wonderful young man.
Birthday poems for a son
Our son, you are our pride and joy,
Our hope, our strength, our shining light.
May life be kind to you, our boy,
And all your days be warm and bright!
Grow up brave and grow up kind,
Clever, happy, strong and true,
Leave all your worries far behind,
May every dream come true for you!
Gifts and flowers for a son
For a little son, people give candy bouquets, soft toys and balloons. For a grown-up son, practical gifts, fruit baskets or a restrained bouquet. For ideas on what to add to flowers, see gifts to add to flowers, and on whether flowers suit men, see flowers for a man.
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Ready-made options are in candy bouquets, soft toys, balloons and gift baskets.
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FAQ
How do I write a touching message for a grown-up son?
Tell him what you are proud of, recall a childhood moment and remind him you are always there. Short and sincere.
What should I write to my son in short?
"Happy birthday, son! I'm proud of you."
What can I give my son with my wishes?
For a little son: sweets, a toy, balloons. For a grown-up son: a gift basket, a gadget or an experience.
How do I congratulate parents on their son's birthday?
Wish the son health and happiness and the parents pride in him. Ready-made texts are above.
For an adult brother, see our birthday wishes for a brother.
Godparents may also like our birthday wishes for a godson.
If your son is turning 18, see our 18th birthday wishes.
For a friend's son or your child's friend, see our birthday wishes for a little boy.
To congratulate the birthday boy’s mom and dad, see our wishes for parents on their son’s birthday.
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Author: Maria Svitlovir
Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.
