How to Make Your Future Stepchildren Feel Special in the Wedding Planning Process
Getting married is a big, exciting adventure in and of itself, but it becomes even more so when your partner has children?your future stepchildren?and you want to make them feel special as you go through the wedding planning process. Here are some ways to make them feel included, special, and excited about your big day!
Talk to Them About the Future Wedding
When you and your partner get engaged, it?s important to have numerous conversations with the children about the wedding. It?s a good idea to have their parent speak with them alone first, to let them know about the upcoming marriage. This gives them the space to be honest in voicing their concerns, if needed, and it also shields you from hearing those reservations at such an emotional time in your life. After that solo conversation, have your partner bring you into the talk and take some time to chat with the kids about what their expectations are for the big day. What do they think weddings are like" What would they like to see at your wedding" Would they like to be in the wedding itself or would they be more comfortable as a “guest”" Don?t force decision-making right away, but begin asking these questions and let the children start thinking about their ideas and preferences, knowing you?ll reconvene later to discuss specifics. Give Them Space to Process Their Emotions and Thoughts
Even in the happiest and more wonderful circumstances, kids might feel nervous or apprehensive about an upcomi...
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