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My 9 year old is going to be a bridesmaid

I’m having a junior bridesmaid in my wedding party. She will be wearing the same dress and have the same duties as the older bridesmaid. For the Bach party we will have a big fancy brunch with her and then go to the parts she can’t be apart of as she’ll be 14/15 at the time. My other bridesmaids are super inclusive so there won’t be any issues. Treat her like any other bridesmaid. I feel like if you have her just running around doing errands for you she is just a glorified personal assistant.

View Quoted Comment This is such a great idea!!! This is what I'm doing with my 13 year old (14 by the wedding) younger sister. When I asked I just took her to get ice cream and told her I needed a go-to person for the wedding day. Someone to make sure the guys get ready on time, the cater knows where to go, I don't forget any thing just little things she can do. I am also letting her zip up my dress 🙂

I asked my FH’s 15 year old niece to be a bridesmaid. Sent her an “ask” box in the mail and everything. She is super excited. I don’t think she knows the whole typical protocol of who-attends-what wedding event, so I don’t think she will feel left out about not attending a bachelorette. (plus mine happens to live of state anyway...) BUT, If they do understand that the bridal party is technically always invited to the bachelorette, just tell them the truth. It’s not age appropriate for her to attend. There’s so many other special events that she will be major a part of. ... and you can plan a special outing with just her- like mani’s and Pedi’s and a lunch or special dinner together if she’s feeling out of the loop. I’m a teacher so I’ve had to deal with many a child that felt left out/hurt feelings... kids appreciate honesty and definitely know when you’ve put forth a genuine effort to include them or when you’ve done something to make them feel special and appreciated.