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Katrina
Curious October 2023 Ontario

Walking down the aisle with your son?

Katrina, on April 16, 2023 at 21:18 Posted in Wedding ceremony 2 35
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Hey all,
I'm just curious about everyone's thoughts on walking down the aisle with someone other than your father. I know it's tradition to have your dad walk you down the aisle but I'm thinking about how special it might be to have my son walk me down the aisle instead.
I've never been married before but I'm mid 30's and I have a 12 year old from a previous relationship. I'm well past the "giving my daughter away" age and I don't think my dad would mind so much. Really my son is the only one I need approval from to marry my FH so he's really the one I need to give 'blessing" or "give away". I think my son would feel special too. Then I'll still have the father daughter dance with my dad so he will have that special moment with me. Thoughts?

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Latest activity by Derek, on October 29, 2023 at 00:29
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    Devoted September 2022 Alberta
    Derek ·
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    My wife's daughter and son are both well into their 20s (her daughter was married 2 weeks before us!), and both were in our wedding party. They walked down the aisle as members of the wedding party and she walked down the aisle with her dad & stepmother (her mother had passed over 30 years ago). She had considered walking down the aisle with her children but decided to do it with her dad/stepmom, as they are getting on in years and her children were part of the wedding party to begin with.
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  • Joy
    Frequent user August 2023 Nova Scotia
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    I was at someone's second wedding who had her oldest son walk her down. It was nice, because even though he was grown up, it was still a way to include him.

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  • MoBoNYC
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    Perfect. I can truly understand your feeling.

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  • Scotia
    Newbie July 2024 Ontario
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    Your wedding your choice, your moment your choice. I think that your son is an amazing choice as that is a relationship that is the most important to you and it seems like you said he would be the one giving you away so it makes sense. TBH my dog is walking me down the aisle at my wedding to avoid drama between deciding which of my parents (they are separated) will do it

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  • Trisha
    Beginner July 2023 Ontario
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    I think it’s a beautiful idea. It’s your wedding, your choice. I’m sure it would make him so proud and feel so special. Do what your heart desires ❤️
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    Newbie November 2023 Ontario
    Carolin ·
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    I agree it is whatever you want. I’m 58, my parents are gone and it’s my second marriage. I was thinking I’d walk down alone but after reading everyone’s comments I’m having second thoughts!!! I have two daughters
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  • J
    Newbie June 2023 Ontario
    Jennifer ·
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    I’m having my 14 year old son and my dad walk me down the aisle. There are no rules. Do what makes you happy! 💕
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  • Laura
    Beginner July 2023 British Columbia
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    My dad passed away in April last year, so my 7 year old son from my first marriage is going to walk me down the aisle. I’m also having my 12 and 10 year old daughters as jr. bridesmaids and they will have a special part in giving me away with my son. I think having your son involved is really special. You could even have your dad walk you halfway down and your son can walk you the rest of the way and they can give you away together!
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  • Belle
    Curious July 2023 Alberta
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    Walk with whom you want... this is YOUR day!!

    I lost my daddy to cancer in 04, so Ive asked my brother to walk me down the isle... its abuot whos important to you and they get to be a part of your day Smiley heart I love kids walking moms down the isle!!

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  • Laura
    Newbie October 2023 Prince Edward Island
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    I am having both my sons walk me down the aisle.
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  • Jackie
    Featured September 2023 Alberta
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    What did it was that the kids got to ask for the I do’s


    Will you take me to be your son, and my mom to be your wife? Will you take me to be your daughter, and my dad to be your husband?
    Waterworks 🥰
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  • Carm
    Newbie March 2023 British Columbia
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    There is absolutely nothing wrong with it. For me it was important to have my children a part of the ceremony in some way. I had my two sons walk me down the aisle and then had my daughter as my Maid of Honor. Instead of my dad giving me away, for me I still tried to incorprorate both my dad and stepdad in the wedding and so I had them be the "flower men" instead.

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  • Maxine
    Newbie October 2023 Manitoba
    Maxine ·
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    I am 33, my stepdaughter is 11, and I want to walk down the aisle with her! I think it's a special gesture that shows our relationship and how we are officially becoming a family. Wishing you the best, and I think you should feel great about your decisions. Do what serves you for your wedding Smiley smile

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    Newbie September 2023 Quebec
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    I'm 40, second wedding for both my fiancé and I. My father passed away 10 years ago and he and my mother got to walk me down the aisle my first wedding. This time I'll be walking with my 12 year old daughter and we will meet my fiancé and his two sons at the altar. The 3 kids will then sit down once we're all reunited. No bridesmaids or groomsmen just our blended family. So nice to walk down with your son Smiley heart

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    Curious May 2023 Saskatchewan
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    That's exactly it.
    I had my stepmother get mad that my spouse didn't ask my dad's permission and blessing. I said to her that the only people that needed to give the ok were the kids.
    It's all about you, your spouse and your son. Don't let anyone keep you from celebrating your family. We are doing a unity ceremony with our kids as well since it is about them as well. We want them feeling that it's about them too
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  • Katrina
    Curious October 2023 Ontario
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    That's an awesome idea and great advice! Trying to remember it's my day. At the end of it all I want to make sure my FH and son are #1.
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  • Katrina
    Curious October 2023 Ontario
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    Oh I can imagine! I love weddings where the children are involved in the ceremony. I would be crying too!
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  • Katrina
    Curious October 2023 Ontario
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    Oh I think that's beautiful, especially that they will be giving the speech as well! How special ❤️
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  • Katrina
    Curious October 2023 Ontario
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    Thank you 😊❤️
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  • Katrina
    Curious October 2023 Ontario
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    Thank you! That's what I was thinking too. I need my son to give his blessing and not anyone else so this would be special ❤️
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  • Katrina
    Curious October 2023 Ontario
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    I keep just trying to think of what I want for the day but it's so hard to not consider everyone else's feelings. I'll definitely have a conversation with my dad before mentioning the idea to my son to make sure my dad is absolutely okay with it too. ❤️
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  • Katrina
    Curious October 2023 Ontario
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    Thanks for sharing 😊. I think it would be so sweet!
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    I'm walking down with my eldest daughter
    Tho it is my second marriage. My spouse and I are older 41&49 and we have kids together plus kids from a previous relationship
    We are making it about all of us not our parents ..... It's your day do what makes you happy
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  • Maria
    Newbie July 2023 Ontario
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    I second it thatthis is a cool idea.

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  • Jackie
    Featured September 2023 Alberta
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    I went to a wedding last year and the brides 10 year old son walked her down the aisle, and the groom had his daughter standing with him as well. It was beautiful and meant to much to the kids to be involved. Not a dry eye in sight!
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    Newbie August 2023 Ontario
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    I agree that this is a wonderful idea. As my Dad is no longer with us, I had to think about who was going to give me away. I have asked both my sons to escort me down the aisle 💗. Having them both accept their roles and deliver the “Father-Of-The-Bride speech” is further validation for me as to how far they have come in accepting my future husband.
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  • KELLY
    Super October 2023 Ontario
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    That’s a wonderful idea! After all, your FH is getting a wife and a son ❤️
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    Carine ·
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    I think that is special to include your son. Having your son give you away also shows he is giving his blessing; shows him he is not being replaced but included in this beautiful new family. You can also have your son on one side and father on the other side. But I truly think having your son give you away is truly special and beautiful.

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  • Julie
    Featured May 2023 Ontario
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    Thanks Katrina Smiley heart

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  • Amanda
    Featured August 2022 British Columbia
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    I think that's a beautiful idea! Do whatever you want for your wedding day! Just remember it's your day and no one else's! ❤️
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  • Mila
    Featured October 2023 Ontario
    Mila ·
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    Children walking their parents is not unusual, I think that’s a lovely idea.
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  • Katrina
    Curious October 2023 Ontario
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    Oh that's really sweet I love that!
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