The Great Wedding Conundrum

The age-old question: should kids be invited to your wedding? Well, it's not exactly a question of "to be or not to be," but more like "to tantrum or not to tantrum." Let's dive into the pros and cons of inviting tiny humans to your big day.

Pro-Kids:

• They're adorable, and who doesn't love a good flower girl or ring bearer?

• It's a family affair, and excluding kids might hurt some feelings.

• You might get some great dance party material out of it (think: toddler busting a move to "watch me whip").

Anti-Kids:

• Let's face it, kids can be loud, messy, and unpredictable. Do you really want to risk a mid-ceremony meltdown?

• Your wedding day is supposed to be about you, not refereeing arguments over who ate the last chicken tender.

• Adult-only weddings can be a great excuse for parents to get a much-needed break

So, how do you word the invitation to avoid any confusion?

If you're inviting kids:

• "We're thrilled to share our special day with the whole family! Children of all ages are welcome to join in the celebration."

• "Kids are encouraged to come and get their party on! We'll have plenty of activities to keep them entertained."

If you're not inviting kids:

• "We love kids, but we've decided to make this a grown-ups only affair. We can't wait to celebrate with you!"

• "Please note that this is an adult-only wedding. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to catching up with you soon."

And if you're feeling extra fancy, you could always add a clever phrase like: "We're going old-school and making this a kid-free zone. Think: no diapers, no tantrums, and no tiny humans doing the cha cha slide."

Ultimately, the decision to invite kids or not is up to you and your partner. Just remember, it's your wedding day, and you should do what makes you happy.