Spotlighting Both Mothers: 5 Wedding Reception Ideas with Mom's Help ❤️
2020.10.01 published
I Want to Create a Moment for Moms ♡
When asked, "Who do you want to thank the most at your wedding?" many brides would likely answer, "My mom."
More than anyone, mothers are genuinely happy for their daughters and sons getting married, yet they also feel a sense of loss at their departure. On the wedding day, I want the mothers to create many wonderful memories too! ♡
However, the moments where both mothers are in the spotlight are quite limited during the ceremony or reception.
The standard is something like the veil down moment.
In the past, there was a mood where both families as hosts should not stand out too much, but nowadays, more receptions are adopting a free atmosphere that doesn’t cling to traditional forms.
I want to incorporate performances that shine a spotlight on mothers and create lasting memories for families at the wedding!
In this article, I've gathered wonderful performance ideas that fulfill such wishes.
Brides thinking about creating moments for both mothers during the wedding and reception might find this helpful.
Moms as the Stars! Wedding Performance Idea ① Unity Candle Ceremony
The Unity Candle Ceremony is a traditional ritual in Christian weddings.
Three candles are placed at the altar, and the mothers from both families come forward to light the candles on each side. The bride and groom then take each candle and light the large central candle.
The merging of the two flames represents "the union of two families."
➡ Read detailed article about the Unity Candle Ceremony*
Moms as the Stars! Wedding Performance Idea ② Words of Vow
A wonderful idea to ask the mothers from both families to deliver the vows during a ceremony.
In this instance, the bride asked the mothers to pass the final two roses in a dozen roses ceremony, and they also posed the vows to the bride and groom.
Responding to the questions from each mother becomes the wedding vow.
It's really lovely to have parents involved in the wedding vows! ♡
Moms as the Stars! Wedding Performance Idea ③ Letters from Mothers
The bride and groom incorporated a reading of letters from their mothers during the ceremony.
Each mother spoke about their child from the time they were born until this day, acknowledging their marriage and expressing their wish for the couple's happiness.
It became a memorable moment during the wedding. Guests even commented, "The letters were really nice!" ♡
There is also the option to have mothers read letters during the reception. It's recommended to incorporate this at each of your mid-ceremony pauses. ♡
While a bride's letter is a common tradition, letters from both mothers are quite rare.
Guests can gain a deeper understanding of the couple from the mothers' perspectives.
Moms as the Stars! Wedding Performance Idea ④ Introduction of the Bride and Groom
Next, there’s an idea where the mothers introduce the bride and groom’s profiles at the beginning of the reception.
Usually, a host reads the couple’s backgrounds and hobbies, but…
The mothers can share insights from their perspective about how their children have grown and what kind of personalities they have! ♡
Because they've seen the couple up close, mothers can definitely provide a genuine introduction to the two! ♡
It’s likely to be a fun profile introduction that makes the couple smile!
Moms as the Stars! Wedding Performance Idea ⑤ Last Bite
Finally, we’ll introduce the popular wedding cake performance known as the Last Bite!
The mothers will feed the bride and groom a final “ahh~” moment! ♡ Mothers might reminisce about when they used to feed their children baby food with a spoon, possibly getting a little teary-eyed.
After the Last Bite, it’s also recommended for the bride and groom to perform a Thanks Bite as a way to express gratitude.
Let’s Create Memories with Our Moms at the Wedding ♡
I’ve introduced performances that shine a spotlight on mothers during the wedding and reception.
Performances that showcase family bonds are truly touching for the guests as well.
By incorporating the performances mentioned, please create wonderful wedding memories with parents! ♡