Christening Etiquette

Christening etiquette applies to both the parents/family of the child being christened and the guests that attend the christening. Traditionally, all guests do not have to bring gifts for the child. However, it is proper for the godparents to bring a gift or gifts. The parents, in return, should give the godparents a thank you gift as well as send appropriate invitations as well as thank you .

notes to those that attended the event. Most gifts should be keepsakes and can include silver objects and memory items.