by Tracey Manailescu
Couples stress endlessly about how to make their wedding different
than anyone else's and yet, somehow forget the little things…the
children they invite 🙂
Children can be your worst critics or your biggest cheering squad, depending on how you handle things.
It is really not difficult…
Keep them entertained, keep their hands busy and give them something to look forward to. Really, is it that simple!Children want a children's menu. You could be the "coolest adult ever" with a children's buffet (Pizza, chicken fingers, hamburgers, hot dogs, pasta, jello, ice cream sundae station etc.)
I just love this children's table from Martha Stewart:marthastewart.com
If you want an adults-only reception, why not offer optional childcare for your guests? There are many professional babysitting companies for hire around the world. The cost is usually about $15-25 per hour, per sitter. Check if your wedding venue has a separate room where the kids can hang out with pizza, movies, popcorn, craft stations, X-Box, etc. Or, set them up in a hotel room where some of the guests are staying.
Some registered Canadian companies are:
In A Pinch (Toronto)
GC Nexus (Mississauga)
Please remember, that the child is most likely, the most important person in the entire world to the parents, so ensure that you are getting the best.
For more information, call Safe Kids Canada at 1 800 SAFE TIPS or visit www.safekidscanada.ca.
For more fabulous ideas, I found Kate Parker's amazing website. There are a ton of photos and themes to get inspiration from including a beach table, circus table, and a candy table etc.
There is also http://SOSsitter.ca for a variety of sitters – for all types of needs and with different profiles and rates.
Each sitter has a Mom approved profile and can be contacted directly.
SOSsitter.ca also provides Pet Sitters and Senior Caregivers.
Presently catering for ON, BC, QC.