Bringing Gifts to Bridal Shower?

I am having two showers. One thrown by my mom's best friend on LI and one in the city thrown by my bridesmaids. The LI one is my mom's friends and our family and the City one is my friends. My MoH and one of my BMs will be attending both. My BM just emailed me about bringing a gift to the LI shower or if she should have it sent to my parents' house--that's where we are having all of our gifts sent. I have two questions:

1. Do people have to bring gifts to the shower or is it okay if they are sent to the house?

2. Is it okay for me to tell MoH and BM not to bring a gift to the LI one and to wait for the City shower? I don't think they should. They are attending the LI one as my guests.

I need input

Thanks!

It's perfectly fine for gifts to be sent to your house beforehand, if it's more convenient. However, I think someone should take them to where the shower will be. That's what I did with gifts that came to the house for my daughter' shower. When gifts are opened you will want to open those also.

I see no reason why you can't tell them exactly what you just said. They are attending the LI shower just for the fun of the day. No gift is expected or necessary. I think it's very thoughtful of you to think of it.

I hope this helps you a little. Have fun at both. Lucky you!

Thank you very much! Your advice is very helpful

I agree. I think that they can bring it to the city shower. You are very lucky! I hope you enjoy both!