They’ve been there from day one, and during this incredibly special moment of your life, your mom and dad have supported you with love, planning and advice, and maybe even financially. As a thank you for all of their help, both for your pending nuptials and throughout your life, plan to honor your parents with […]

They’ve been there from day one, and during this incredibly special moment of your life, your mom and dad have supported you with love, planning and advice, and maybe even financially. As a thank you for all of their help, both for your pending nuptials and throughout your life, plan to honor your parents with a gift of gratitude. Check out these basics of gift-giving for your parents.

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Choose the right time
It’s tradition to present your gift prior to the wedding, but that doesn’t mean you have to give them your gift on the day of your wedding; after all, the day of could be hectic and you might even have a few jitters that result in forgetting the presents in your bridal room. Many couples decide to honor their parents at the rehearsal dinner, but the right time is all up to you. Whether you publicly present a slideshow of family pictures dedicated to your parents at the rehearsal dinner, or you find a moment later that evening to give them a special token of thanks in private, any time is appropriate and will be well-received by Mom and Dad.
Make it personal

Sure, planning a weekend getaway for your paren...