Wondering whether or not you should invite kids to your special day? Read our latest infographic to learn more about the etiquette of inviting children to your wedding.

kids at wedding 101



There’s no doubt that the topic of children at weddings is one that divides opinions. While some couples think that children add excitement to the day, others see them as an expensive disruption. Whether you’ve decided for or against inviting kids to your big day, or are still on the fence, you should read our latest infographic guide to help you plan your day – with or without children!

If you have decided to invite children to your wedding, you will need to think about how to keep them entertained for the day. Weddings can be a bit of a slog for little guests and they can get bored easily… and bored can become bold very fast. This is easy to prevent with just a little forward-thinking. For example, the kids may get a little bored during the speeches so it’s a good idea to put entertainment packs at tables to keep them occupied.
Many couples are now opting for ‘adults-only’ weddings. This often boils down to budget, however many couples simply want to avoid the disruption that young children can bring to the ceremony, speeches and the meal. Deciding not to invite children is an etiquette minefield and requires a great deal of tact. For example, you should try to tell the guests early as they may need to book a babysitter well in advance.

See the infographic below to learn more tips and tricks about children at weddings. It will highlight the key parts of the day when kids might become difficult and also includes handy advice on how to entertain kids at weddings. For those who have chosen to go with a more adult affair, we have provided some pointers on how to phrase the invites.