Wedding day backlash leaves bride questioning her ‘no kids’ rule: ‘Be just as rude’

An engaged woman took to Reddit for advice after she told wedding guests there would be no children on the big day and received serious pushback.

On the r/wedding subreddit page, a user posted a request to other social media users asking for advice regarding a sensitive situation surrounding a couple’s wedding.

“We are having a childless wedding, but when telling people about it, one couple… said it was normal for the ceremony, but they would bring their children (two) to the reception without asking (if) about it. Everything is fine,” the person wrote.

The user added: “(They) told us they would do it. What should I do in this situation?

Reddit users took to the comments section and advised the woman to fight back and pass the law.

One user wrote: “I would respond and say, “Sorry if you misunderstood. The entire event is 18+ (or 21+) or adults only. We understand this will be a challenge for you and look forward to celebrating with you at a later date if you are unable to attend.”

Another user said: “You will have to be as rude as they are and tell them in no uncertain terms that children will not be allowed at the wedding or reception.”

Rosalind Randall, a California-based etiquette expert, told Fox News Digital via email that the “no children rule” must be fully respected if it is put in place.

“For guests who make demands or require special treatment, you and your groom need to decide where you draw the line,” she said to the bride.

Randall suggested to the Reddit user that they try to resolve the situation one-on-one with the invited guests, if possible, after they decide whether children will be allowed at the wedding or not.

The etiquette expert added: “Are you following this? Or do you make allowances for your nieces and nephews or your best friend’s three-year-old? If so, you can expect grievances, questions and insightful comments from guests whose children were not included.”

Florida etiquette expert Jacqueline Whitmore suggested a Reddit user respond: “We love your kids! But we decided to keep it “adults only” so that it would be the same for everyone. We really hope you can still join us!”

Allison Kallman, a wedding expert at Zola, told Fox News Digital that “child-free” weddings are becoming increasingly popular these days.

Zola data shows that 47% of couples still invite children, and 35% ask guests to find a babysitter for the evening.

“Even if a couple welcomes children to their wedding, many couples often make provisions at the event to ensure the wedding is enjoyable for both children and adults,” she said.

For example, Kallman said some couples will set aside play areas for children during the event.

She also said that some couples will set age restrictions for children attending the wedding.