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How to plan for a pregnant bridesmaid
MS –Brides-to-be thinking of
asking a pregnant friend or family
member to be in the bridal party
should know such a request is
common. Recent findings indicate
that around half of all weddings now
have at least one member of the
bridal party showing off a baby
bump – sometimes it’s even the
bride herself.
Barring a medical condition, there
is no reason a pregnant woman can’t
be in the wedding and fulfill her
obligations, so feel free to invite that
special someone to be in the
wedding. There are just a few things
to consider to help make it easier on
everyone involved.
• Gowns: One of the things brides
and bridesmaids often fret about is
the gown they will be wearing.
While nonpregnant members of the
bridal party won’t fluctuate much in
weight from the day of their first
fittings to the wedding day, a
pregnant woman is growing with
new life within her from the moment
of conception. This will have to be
taken into consideration. Some
maternity designers create
bridesmaid dresses for pregnant
women, but they may not exactly
match the other gowns in mind. Ask
the bridal store if alterations can be
made to a standard gown, including
ordering a much larger size, adding
elastic panels or another way to
ensure the gown will stretch over a
growing belly. Also, be considerate
and choose a gown in an empire
waist style so that it is flattering for
the pregnant bridesmaid.
• Shoes:While pregnant, some
women’s feet swell. Having strict
restrictions on footwear can make a
pregnant woman uncomfortable.
Low heels or ballerina slippers can
be comfortable and fashionable. The
other members of the bridal party
may also thank you for choosing a
sensible shoe.
• Breaks: Many activities during
the wedding are bound to be tiring.
But someone who is pregnant may
feel it more than others. Ensure your
mama-to-be has ample time to sit
and rest. Also, try to have planning
meetings near a restroom where she
will be comfortable.
• Non-alcoholic drinks: From
bachelorette parties to the wedding
itself, be sure there are plenty of
non-alcoholic and decaffeinated
drinks she can enjoy. Pregnant
women need to have a lot of water to
meet the physical demand of
pregnancy as well.
• Travel:In the latter months of
the pregnancy, many doctors advise
against air travel. Spending long
hours in a car may be uncomfortable
as well. If you were thinking about
having the wedding far away, these
are things that must be taken into
consideration. You may want to
revise your plans if your heart is set
on having this woman in the bridal
party.
• Ceremony:It can be tiring for a
pregnant woman, especially one in
the last trimester, to stand for a long
period of time. If you are having a
long, religious ceremony, see if a
seat can be arranged so your
bridesmaid can sit down when she
needs a rest.
• Declined invitation: Some
pregnant women will jump at the
chance to be in the wedding, while
others may realize their limitations
and prefer to attend only as a guest.
Have another person in mind in case
your bridesmaid invitation is
declined, and do not hold it against
the person if she feels she won’t be
able to commit during her
pregnancy.
• Patience: Although all eyes are
generally on the bride on her special
day, having a pregnant bridesmaid
may garner a share of “oohs and
aahs” and attention for her as well.
It’s a humble bride who can share
her spotlight for a while. And
remember, the “something new” at
your wedding may be that new baby
who is on the way.
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