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Is it OK to have a child-free wedding?
You shouldn’t feel guilty for keeping your wedding a kid-free zone, but it’s not polite to specify your wishes front and center on the invitations. Having a child-free wedding can be a very sensitive issue for some guests, especially out-of-town family members and close friends with little ones.
What does child-free wedding mean?
It’s important to acknowledge that your decision to plan a child-free destination wedding means that some parents simply may not be able to attend. Travelling with kids, preparing for a holiday and arranging childcare at an unknown location can be a big ask for some families, no matter how much they’d love to be there.
Is it OK not to invite kids to wedding?
Although it may seem tough to exclude, it’s perfectly fine only to invite children who are part of your or your fiance’s family — or those of close family friends. Just because you want your niece at your wedding doesn’t mean you must have everyone else’s niece.
How do kids do free weddings?
“You can ask your bridal party and the family of the bride to help spread the word,” says Swann. So tell your families, wedding party, and other close friends and relatives that you’re going kid-free for your wedding.
How do you include kids in a wedding?
How to Incorporate Stepchildren Into the Wedding
- Give Them a Role. A classic way to include your future children in your ceremony is giving them a role in the wedding.
- Go Twinsies.
- Invite Them to Join the Unity Ceremony.
- Top Off the Cake.
- Rock Out on the Dance Floor.
- Serve a Signature Mocktail.
How can I make my kid friendly wedding?
- Have a lunchtime wedding or invite children to the ceremony only.
- Provide age-appropriate seating for an outdoor ceremony.
- Offer child-friendly and age appropriate food.
- Create an activity pack/booklet.
- Hire a baby sitter or nanny service.
- Get some kid-friendly tunes going early.
How do you say no children please?
Adults only please!” “To give all our guests the opportunity to celebrate without having to worry about little eyes and ears, we politely request no children.” “We hope you will understand our decision to make the wedding children-free, and take the opportunity to let your hair down and celebrate in style!”
Why do people have no kids at weddings?
Often, these young children mean quite a lot to the couple getting married, so they may choose to include them in their big day. There are several reasons for opting for no kids at your wedding. The most common reason is that it often places pressure on an already-tight budget.