Involve The Children In The Wedding: 11 Different Ways

Your wedding day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate the love of the whole family. Surely you want to involve the children in the wedding, which is such an important event for you?

It is not just the wedding itself that gives the children an opportunity to play an important role on this special day. They would probably also be happy to help with all the preparations. Read the tips below and choose the ones that suit you best, to involve the children in the wedding.

Depending on how old your children are, their participation in the wedding and wedding party may vary. Keep that in mind when you ask them what task they want, and then listen to their thoughts.

At the same time, you must give yourself the opportunity to enjoy their help and company on your big day.

11 ways to involve the children in the wedding

1. Walk together down the altar passage

Traditionally, the bride’s father usually takes her to the altar or the couple enters together. But why not change the concept a bit and let the kids hold your hand? Whether they are children or teenagers, they will thus have one of the most important and symbolic roles in the whole ceremony.

2. Write promises to your children

This is an option whether you or your partner have children from a previous relationship, or if you and your future spouse already have children together. Regardless, they would be surprised and moved if you read out promises written especially to them. You and your future spouse can write a commitment to your children, which will be the core of your family. 

3. Symbolic gifts

Children and parents can also give each other a small gift that will symbolize the union you are now to enter into. For example, design a small amulet or bracelet that represents the bond between you as parents and children.

4. A photograph

You will definitely want to preserve the memories of your wedding day. Another way you can involve the children in the wedding is to invite them to your photo session.

5. A choreography or other performance

During the wedding party after the wedding, your children can perform something artistic. Use their talent  and let them be at the center. It is also a good idea for the bride, groom and children to do a show together. It would really strengthen your family feeling.

6. Photographs from the wedding

To involve your teenage children in the wedding, give them a camera or a cell phone. Then ask them to make sure there are photos and videos of all the guests, as well as of you and your partner. In addition to giving them something fun to do , you also get beautiful pictures that will help you remember your special day.

7. Music

Another great way to involve the kids in the wedding is to ask them to choose the music. So give them the freedom to choose music for the wedding party and also involve the guests in some type of game or games. Your children will surely surprise you with their creativity.

8. Bridesmaids and marshals

There is no rule that bridesmaids and marshals must be adults. Why not surprise everyone by giving your children these roles? They then not only get an important role during the wedding, but also in the planning. For example, ask them for help choosing the decorations. 

9. Tal

Is there a better way to welcome guests to the party than to let the children give a speech? Help them prepare heartfelt and happy words to celebrate the memory of your special day. 

10. Cake decorations

Usually you have divr that represents the union between husband and wife on the wedding cake. Why not choose a cake decoration that includes the children as well, in order to celebrate the whole family?

You can ask a pastry chef to make a sprig of sugar paste or acrylic that represents all members of the family. You can certainly find talented bakers in the area where you live or perhaps online, who can recreate your traits.

11. The food and the cake

When you taste the food and the cake, do not forget to let the children be involved and give their opinion. Also give them an opportunity to choose an appetizer, taste the cake and express their opinions about the dinner.

Do you have more ideas or suggestions for someone who is about to get married? Share one of the most important days of your life with the most important people in your life. Make sure the wedding day is a day when you create unforgettable memories for the whole family.

We hope you enjoy our tips for involving your children in the wedding. So get ready to enjoy your amazing day with your loved ones!