FH and I are trying to decide whether we want kids to attend or not. I think that an adult only reception is a great idea. We do have kids on both sides of the family but i feel its less stressful without them there. Don't get me wrong i love all the kids to death but a wedding is a party for adults. there's going to be drinking and our families are full of big partiers. I just don't feel that its a good atmosphere for children. It would also give the parents a chance to enjoy a night out without having to worry as well. We attended FH's cousin's wedding a couple months ago and there was a child crying the entire ceremony through the vows and all. At the reception they were running everywhere on a sugar high and screaming. It ruined the first dance as well as the cake cutting moment. we are also on a tight budget and paying for everything ourselves.. Having children attend would DEFINITELY boost our costs. (because there are so many) FH is still on the fence and i'm trying to help him understand that this is a good decision. help!
thank you ladies!