Shower Present Etiquette? « Back to Group Discussions

[buko]

So, I registered at Amazon.com and a diaper store (with a mainly online presence).  My shower is not for 2 more weeks, but I have already had some things delivered to my home.  Do I open the packages at the shower, or...?  I had such a small bridal shower, and it was so long ago (15 years!) that I can't remember.

It seems like it might be awkward not to open them at the shower-- people who attend but whose presents were already opened might feel... conspicuous, somehow?  Or like they missed seeing my reaction?  OTOH, if I wait, people who sent presents might be left wondering when their thank you notes are coming...

Any thoughts?

[withlittlelungs]

I guess I would just wait until the shower to see if the people who sent the gifts to your house show up to the shower. I don't think people will get antsy about getting a thank you card. You are pregnant and getting ready for baby. 
That being said, why would they send the gifts to your house if they are planning to attend your shower?

[GranolaMama09]

I agree with WLL. I doubt anyone attending your shower would have the gift shipped to your house unless it was an online /skype type of shower. Personally, I have no patience and I would open them to see what they are and send thank you notes. LOL!

[buko]

Good point!  I do know one of the gifts is from my brother, who is definitely coming, but maybe I should open the others.  Hmmm...

[Melany]

I'd hold off and bring the ones from the people that are attending the shower. Then you can open the rest, later. 

I've mailed gifts, but usually to the host. Can you add the host's name and address to your registry?