If you’ve been to a baby shower or hosted one in the past, you’ll know that gifts are traditionally opened at the end of the shower. However, if you’re hosting a virtual baby shower, you might need to handle this part of the event differently.
Opening gifts at a virtual baby shower is a little trickier than during an in-person event. As a guest, watching someone open gifts on camera might get a bit boring, especially if there are a lot of guests and many presents to open.
So how do you navigate opening gifts at a virtual baby shower? Keep reading below to find some easy solutions and keep everyone entertained.
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Opening Gifts in Large Groups
If you have a lot of shower attendees and you’re planning to open all of your gifts during your event, we have some great tips for you. Read below to find out how to show off your gifts, while also keeping the party moving.
Go for a Nursery Tour
If you have a big group of guests at your virtual shower, you might find guests losing interest if you open each and every gift on camera. Instead, use a nursery tour to thank guests for the wonderful gifts you’ve received.
For a nursery tour, you will open your gifts before the baby shower and find a place for each in the nursery. Your guests will be delighted to see the swaddle blankets they gifted folded neatly near the crib, or the stuffed elephant they purchased sitting in a rocking chair.
We personally love this idea. Not only do guests get to see their gifts ready and waiting for baby, but they also get a tour of your lovely nursery.
If your nursery isn’t quite set up yet, you can still unwrap the gifts ahead of time, and quickly show them off during the shower.
Break Groups into Different Video Calls
You may prefer to open your gifts in front of your guests so they can see your reaction. If you have lots of gifts to open and a lot of guests on the video chat, you can opt to break into separate calls.
One way to do this is by having multiple virtual baby showers and keeping each group small. This is a great way to engage with your guests during your baby shower, without taking up a lot of time opening your gifts.
You also have the option to skip opening gifts altogether and simply spend time thanking each guest for their gift during your shower. You can still show your appreciation without opening the gifts during the event.
Opening Gifts in Small Groups
As we mentioned above, a small group lets you engage with each of your guests during your virtual baby shower. With a group of 10 or fewer, you can spend time opening gifts at a virtual baby shower. This allows you to do the one-at-a-time opening ritual without your guests getting bored.
You can also skip the gift opening portion altogether. Ultimately, it’s up to you and what you envision for your shower. Although it is seen as tradition, we promote inclusive baby shower etiquette, that supports the mom-to-be.
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When it comes to opening gifts at a virtual baby shower, you have many options, whether you’re hosting a large shower, or a more intimate gathering. Choose the idea that works best for your event, and that will keep your guests entertained and engaged.
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