Weddings can be complicated. And they can be even more complicated when there are children from previous relationships involved?either yours or your partners? kids. With videos of brides saying vows to their stepchildren or family sand ceremonies being all the rage on social media, it can be tricky to figure out what?s the best option for your family when it comes to including children in your wedding. Here are some questions to consider as you make this important decision.
What Do You and Your Partner Want for Your Wedding"
The very first thing to consider is, of course, what you and your partner would like to do. How important is it that the children are involved or not involved with the wedding" For some people, the wedding should be strictly about the union of the couple. For others, the joining of the entire family is a key component of the day. Neither way is right or wrong, but it?s important to have a conversation with your partner and see where each of you stand on the issue. If you?re not on the same page, take some time to really think it through and talk about it?there may be a compromise you can come to that will make you both happy. At the end of the day, what you and your partner want is the highest priority here, so really take the time to consider your options and listen to your partner?s feelings on this matter.
What Do the Children Want"
The other really important factor to consider is how the children feel about the issue. You may feel v...