Mother’s Day is coming — therefore what better time to discuss how to incorporate this special woman in your life on your upcoming wedding day? Whether they’re mothers, grandmothers, aunts, future mothers-in-law, step-mothers, or soon-to-be mothers — there’s room to show appreciation to those you love in some way on your wedding day. We wanted to share a few ways that a bride (or groom) can honor that special mother figure(s) on the big day:
Getting Ready With Mom
Before all the wedding day craziness begins and the guests arrive, it’s important to soak up the precious moments with your loved ones, especially with mom. We will always suggest that you find a private space for the two of you to create some amazing memories. Whether talking about the day or those fun childhood stories, having a few minutes alone with your special person is a great way to start the day. Make sure you have some tissues on hand for the I’m not crying.. you’re crying‘ routine. 🙂
There is Magic in the Details
Wedding days can get a bit overwhelming, so having your mother’s help with the little details is incredibly beneficial. We love capturing photos of the bride’s mother helping with small and intimate details like the placement of the wedding dress, adjusting the train of the dress, helping with jewelry, and placing the shoes on the bride. It’s sweet photos like these that end up in family scrapbooks one day.
Wedding Day Gifts For Mom
Wedding days are full of unexpected surprises — so, your mother’s love and guidance will help soothe your pre-wedding jitters. Gifting a present is a great way to show your appreciation for everything they have done in your life leading up to your big day. Here are a few more fun ideas for gifts we found on theknot.com
Wedding photographer Sirena Singleton told Brides that wedding-day family photos are some of the most treasured family heirlooms. “In the future, the number one thing you’ll want is photos with your important family members,” Singleton says. “When my grandmother died, I looked back on all of our wedding photos together constantly.”
The Send-Off
Finally, before leaving the nest to see your bridal party and start the rest of your life, we will ask for a final shot. These are the moments you will remember most, so capturing that perfect shot is always on our radar.
Wedding Day Ceremony With Mom
Every family has a unique situation, so sometimes mothers walk their daughters down the aisle in lieu of a bride’s father. Even if you plan to have your father walk you down the aisle, it’s nice to consider the possibility of including your mother in that meaningful memory. You could have your father on one arm and your mother on the other — it’s nice to give your mom the recognition that she truly deserves.
Wedding Day Traditions For Mom
Honor Your Mother During The Wedding Ceremony
Firstly, If you plan on following some wedding ceremony traditions like a unity sand ceremony or the lighting of a unity candle, you should consider honoring your mom by asking her to be an active participant in these special moments.
Ceremony Readings
Secondly, whether you have a specific reading in mind or you’d like your mom to choose something to read during the ceremony, asking your mom to read something special during the service will show her that you care about her input. The Knot.com has selected a bunch of great ideas in this link: Wedding Day Readings.
Ask Her To Make A Welcome Speech and Toast
Thirdly, the reception is the perfect time for family members and other loved ones to stand up and give speeches — and our videographers love to capture all of the precious moments! Mothers truly know best, so it’s always lovely to hear their advice to the newlyweds embarking on a new journey together.
Martha Stewart had a few great tips on her blog to help moms find meaningful readings for the wedding day.
Dance With Mom
Whether you want to plan a choreographed dance or have a great time tripping over each other’s feet, planning time to dance with the special ladies in your life is something that you will both remember forever. There’s nothing more special than reflecting on the designated time you took on your wedding day to create fun memories with your mother figure(s)..
Here are a few ideas for music to help you pick the perfect song: Mother-Daughter Dance Songs and Mother Son Dance Songs
We also found this post to share with your mother that offered some amazing insight and advice for the Mother of the Bride!
To Honor Those Mothers Who Have Passed…
– Leave a reserved chair in the front row
– Incorporate a family heirloom
– Place small photos on the bouquet
– Create a memory table
So, how do you honor the mother figures in your life on your wedding day? Include them in the planning process, take lots of photos together, and facilitate intimate moments with just the two of you.
If you’re looking for photographers and videographers in NJ, NY, or CT to capture the special moments you spend with your mother on your wedding day, please contact us here.
