How to be FABULOUS as a Pregnant Bridesmaid!

Pregnancy is very attractive and there's no reason for any expectant mother not to be a bridesmaid (except where there are medical issues) It just takes some extra thought, on top of all the usual wedding planning that takes place.

Top Issues for a Pregnant Bridesmaid

How advanced will your pregnancy be on the wedding day?

• It will tough to be on your feet all day ... so look for workarounds. Weddings can be long and tiring at the best of times and pregnant women get very tired ... especially in the first and third trimester of pregnancy! Think about when you will be able to get some rest breaks.
  
• Take your time to find the perfect maternity bridesmaid dress. It will need to be comfortable, attractive AND complement the style of the rest of the wedding party.
• Check that the wedding menu has options suitable for a pregnant bridesmaid and that there will be plenty of soft drinks on hand.
• Know when you can take comfort breaks! When you're pregnant you need to pee often!
• Find out if you can sit down through the wedding ceremony and work out where to sit.
• Make sure your wedding shoes won't be torture by the end of the day!
  Whether you're going to be the only bridesmaid or not, you'll be able to find a low heeled or ballerina style that's pretty, comfortable and fits in with the wedding theme.
• Where will the wedding be taking place? Will you need to travel for a long time and will you be far away from your regular doctor? Find out about travel during pregnancy.
• Pretty accessories will draw the eye away from your pregnant tum, so talk to the bride-to-be about jewellery, hairstyles and hair accessories

Your Duties As A Pregnant Bridesmaid

Find out what your bridesmaid duties are likely to be, so you can decide if you will be able to manage them!

If you work with the bride-to-be ... you may be able to change her expectations of the bridesmaid duties she would like you to help with.

Working together from Day 1 you'll find a solution that works for both of you.

It's such a huge compliment to be asked to be a bridesmaid ... don't say 'No' before working through the options. After all ... you've been asked because you're special!

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