How should I respond to a text RSVP for a baby shower? (2024)

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How should I respond to a text RSVP for a baby shower? ›

You don't need to respond. Just make a note in the appropriate column as “Yes” or “No”. However it does no harm to text back briefly saying “Thanks for your reply”.

You don't need to respond. Just make a note in the appropriate column as “Yes” or “No”. However it does no harm to text back briefly saying “Thanks for your reply”.

If you received a physical invitation, check the RSVP section for a phone number and keyword in quotes, like “hello” or “party.” Send the keyword in a text message to the phone number to start the automated RSVP chat. The chat will ask you questions like your full name and how many people you're coming with.

You could start by saying, “Thank you for your RSVP confirmation.” Keep it concise and consider including key event details to remind them about the upcoming event. Your response could be as simple as “Thank you for responding to our RSVP invite. We look forward to seeing you at the event!”

If you're attending the event, confirm your attendance clearly and concisely. For example: "Thank you so much for inviting me to your birthday celebration! I'll be delighted to join you on [date]."

For highly traditional RSVP cards, (usually for a wedding hosted by the bride or groom's parents), you can use a formal phrase such as “The favour of a response is requested by…”. Otherwise, keep it simple and casual with phrases such as “Kindly reply by” or “Please respond by”.

Nowadays, RSVP can be used as a verb (Please RSVP) or a noun (Please send your RSVP). If someone asks you to RSVP (sometimes also written as R.S.V.P.) it means that you should respond if you plan to attend. This helps a host or organizer plan the event by knowing how much food to order, etc.

I am pleased to accept your invitation. Please let me know if I can bring something. Thank you for the invitation. Unfortunately, I am away that weekend.

What is the RSVP etiquette for a baby shower? ›

Guests should RSVP with the hostess of the baby shower, not the mom-to-be. The mom-to-be won't be managing invites most likely so if you list a return address on the invite, be sure to list the return address of the hostess, in addition to providing a corresponding contact number.

Your text doesn't have to be complex. You can use this baby shower invitation template as a basis for your invite: A baby [boy] [girl] is on the way; please help us prepare for the very special day! Join us for [mom-to-be's name] baby shower on [date] from [start time] to [end time]. [Address] Hosted by [host's name].

While you're only required to respond if you cannot attend, it's still polite to reach out to your host and let them know you're looking forward to the event. A "regrets only" response is typically reserved for more casual celebrations and should not be used for grander occasions, like a wedding.

It's sort of simple: just say, “Thank you.” If you want to get a little fancier, you could reflect back. “It was nice of you to take the time to recognize me. Thank you.” Or, “Thank you. I appreciate it.” Or “Thank you, that was thoughtful of you to say.” You could acknowledge the team effort.