Who should I invite?

by karen
(Orange County, California)

I have some friends and family that live far away in other states. I really doubt that they will make it to my baby shower unless they are able to coordinate it with a trip that they were already planning on making.

Should I send them an invitation or would they take it as if I were just trying to get them to send a gift?

Thank you

Our Answer:

Hi Karen. Thanks for your etiquette question. When you send out invitations to friends and family that live far away, it is a very considerate guesture. It gives them the chance to show up or join in on the celebration and most likely will not be looked upon as a money grab.

On the flip side, some of them might be planning a trip to the area and would love to drop in if the dates match.

Side note: I have made this mistake myself, only to find out my friend who lived a few states away happened to be in town and would of come to the shower if she had known about it.

I hope this helps! Good Luck With Your Baby Shower!