Sending Out Of State Invitations

by Marge
(Boston, Ma, USA)

Should you send invitations to out of state people who will not be attending? To me it's like asking for a gift.

Our Answer:

Hi Marge,

Thank you for your etiquette question. If you do not feel comfortable sending invitations to people who live out of state, by all means...don't send them. A birth announcement is a perfect way to help them feel a part of the celebration. Long distance invitations should only be sent to those:

close family and friends in whom you would feel comfortable calling to ask if they would like an invitation.

Otherwise, if it is someone who you are friends with and have not talked to or associated with for a while, a birth announcement is more appropriate. Friends and family that you are not that close to can see it as an invitation for a gift. Everyone's circumstances are a little different, so follow your instincts on this.

Good luck with the baby shower!

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