36: Why child-free weddings are so controversial + adults-only wedding wording

Aaaah, kids; on one hand, they can be cute, while on the other hand, they can be a massive distraction. So how are you going to work out which children (if any) are invited to your wedding? If you’re planning an adults-only wedding, you might be shocked at how some parents will take your decision as a personal affront. It’s best to be prepared with some strategies to communicate your decision as early and clearly as possible to minimise hurt feelings and damaged relationships. Today you’ll learn: The pros and cons of inviting children to your wedding,why parents might get upset when their kids aren’t invited,  how to word your wedding invitations for an adult-only wedding, and how to respond when your guest says they won’t attend your wedding unless their kid is invited. Resources Mentioned:Why Child-free Weddings Are Totally InsultingSend Unbridely a 90-second audio message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/unbridelypodcast*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*------This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by WedSites.com, Unbridely's recommended all-in-one wedding website builder, guest management platform & wedding planning tool.Visit WedSites.com to get started on your FREE wedding website and use code UNBRIDELYPOD to get 10% off any of their paid plans.-----Unbridely acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we record this podcast on, the Kaurna People. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcast, you’re assisting over 177 community-based organizations in six countries that provide education, job training, and vital life skills that contribute to advancing girls’ rights and raise awareness to help end child marriage through Vow for Girls. Find out more about how YOU can help: https://vowforgirls.org/get-involved/Support the showFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unbridely/or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unbridelyEmail the Unbridely Podcast:[email protected]