Hello there lovely ladies! FH and I have opted for a venue that provides childcare during the reception, though kids will be with their families during the ceremony. The venue is an athletic club (sounds weird, I know, but it's actually quite lovely) and has a ton of options for kids of all ages. This means the age limit for childcare is literally whatever we want it to be. They have a Wii and tablets available for older kids and teens and plenty of space for the littles to run around and get their energy out. It's an early afternoon wedding with an hors d'oeuvres only reception and snacks will be provided for the kids.
Because we have a super tight budget and childcare is a thing, kids don't factor into our numbers for catering purposes. We'll be ordering our invitations in the next week or two (basically as soon as we get our engagement photos), so I'm trying to figure out phrasing. We currently don't have an FAQ section on either of our wedding websites and are undecided on if we will add one. I'm very much a verbal processor, so trying to figure out the exact phrasing and where to put it is, well, not one of my strengths. I'm currently stuck at just a simple, "Childcare will be provided for the reception." I personally feel that's a little lackluster and I'd like to give it a bit more oomph. That said, I know I'm also one to prattle on more than necessary. I'm fairly certain this post is evidence of that!
Essentially what I'm looking for is thoughts about that. Would you leave it at that or add a little more? Is there a diplomatic way of saying, "Your kids are welcome at the ceremony, but the reception is adults only and childcare is provided so you don't have to worry about that"? If we choose not to have an FAQ section, should that information be included on the invitation? Perhaps somewhere on the RSVP insert? I believe our venue coordinator (also our DoC) will be making an announcement about it. Or we might have our pastor (officiant) do so at the end of the ceremony. Is that something we should put on the programs (if we have them)? And, super importantly... how in the HECK would you phrase it?
Thank you so much for reading my ramblings and your suggestions. Love you all and hope the planning process is going well for you!
