Well, a huge congrats are in order! First of all on your impending marriage and secondly to the fantastic news that you are about to embark on the journey of parenthood.
Both milestones are nerve-wracking enough, never mind at the same time! It’s easy to understand as a pregnant bride that you are feeling stressed out about planning a wedding. Here’s what to expect when you’re expecting.
Dress Stress
Preparation is key when picking out your wedding dress. If you have only just found out the great news that you are expecting, here are our top tips to make the process as stress-free as possible.
- Avoid stiff material and scratchy underskirts. These will be a nightmare to wear on your big day leaving you feeling uncomfortable and annoyed.
- Opt for breathable, light materials such as chiffon and voile. Especially during the hot summer months where you will feel sticky.
- Empire line is the most flattering fit if you are conscious of your bump showing. The fabric will skim over your tummy leaving you more free to move around.
- Aim to buy your dress at least 8-12 weeks before your wedding. Always buy a size bigger as it will be easier for your dressmaker to take in rather than let out.
- Call the bridal shop before your fitting and tell them your news. This will allow time to pull dresses and have them ready for you.
- Leave room in the bust area of your dress to allow for changes in your bra size.
- If you are worried about your bump looking big in your wedding photographs, clever tricks such as a large bouquet or posing straight forward can save the day.
The Virgin Bar
Ask your wedding venue to include virgin cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages at your reception. This way you won’t feel left out of the celebrations during the speeches and toasts. If your pregnancy is early on and you haven’t shared the happy news with guests, this is a great way to hide that you aren’t drinking. Also, if you are feeling nauseous during any stage of the festivities just blame it on your excitement or nerves from the previous months building up.
Include Bump
Gone are the days where you had to hide your bump at your nuptials. Don’t shy away by covering it up, break all the old wedding traditions and embrace your new bundle of joy. Increasingly popular over the last few years is the big baby reveal trend.
Start as you mean to go on by including bump in your special day as you begin life together as a family. If you have already announced your pregnancy to family and friends, use your wedding to also announce the sex of your baby.
We love these super cute baby reveal ideas! Speak with your photographer beforehand to let them in on the big surprise and organise capturing your guests faces during the reveal. These will make some pretty epic wedding pictures.
If The Shoe Fits
Wearing skyscraper heels is a challenge on a normal day. Never mind when there’s a life growing inside of you! Take care of your tootsies by wearing ballet pumps, flip flops or comfortable converse on your wedding day. Your feet will thank you in the long-run. It will also help ease aches and pains in your back.
Remember, just because you are pregnant doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your day. Make sure your partner and bridesmaids rally around to reduce your stress levels, after all that’s what they are for!
It’s also really important to stay hydrated with plenty of water and take a break by sitting down at least every 30 minutes.
Image Credits: Brittany Drosos Photography; Babble, Once Wed; Borrowed & Blue; Style Me Pretty; 100 Layer Cakelet; The French Tangerie; The Perfect Wedding.
