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10 things to consider before you have a kid-friendly wedding, according to an expert

Samantha GrindellFeb 10, 2022, 00:06 IST

Insider spoke to Kimberly Matir, the founder of My Fair Nanny, about kid-friendly weddings.Cavan Images/Getty Images

Kimberly Martir is the founder of My Fair Nanny, a business that provides childcare at weddings.
Martir spoke to Insider about choosing between a kid-friendly and kid-free wedding.

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Engaged couples are often faced with a big question when planning their weddings: kid-free or kid-friendly?

Some people have kid-free weddings.QT_Wedding_14/Getty Images

Martir says you should think about the timing of your wedding when it comes to kids.

Kids go to bed early.Ryan McGinnis/Getty Images

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You may also want to consider how many members of the bridal party have children.

Your bridal party may benefit from kids attending.All rights reserved by Oscar Wong/Getty Images

If you're having a destination wedding, your friends with children might not be able to come if you make it kid-free.

Childcare for destination weddings can be stressful.Cavan Images/Getty Images

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Your wedding celebration might be too loud for small children.

Children can't be in some party environments.Cavan Images/Getty Images

You'll have to pay to accommodate the kids in attendance.

Kids count towards the wedding budget.SolStock/Getty Images

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You should remember that kids can cause a bit of mayhem.

Kids don't know how to follow wedding rules.martinedoucet/Getty Images

You also can't predict what mood kids are going to be in on the wedding day.

They might get emotional.Todd Pearson/Getty Images

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Your venue might not be safe for children.

Wedding venues aren't designed for kids.Lisa5201/Getty Images

Food setups can also be dangerous with kids in attendance.

Buffets can be dangerous for little hands.dotshock/Shutterstock

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Your younger guests probably won't find typical wedding activities entertaining.

Kids won't have as much fun at a wedding.DGLimages/Getty Images

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