Top 10 reasons couples hire a wedding sitter
Weddings are joyful, love-filled celebrations - but if you’ve ever tried to enjoy one while juggling a tired toddler or a wriggly baby, you’ll know it’s not always the most relaxing experience. That’s where a wedding sitter comes in!
Whether you’re the couple tying the knot or guests with little ones in tow, hiring a professional childcare service on the big day is a total game-changer. Here’s why more and more couples are saying “I do” to having a wedding sitter.
1. Parents Can Actually Enjoy the Celebration
When a sitter is on-site, parents aren’t worrying about nap times, tantrums or bedtime meltdowns - they can eat, drink, and dance knowing their tamariki are being cared for nearby.
2. Keeps the Ceremony Quiet and Stress-Free
Let’s be honest: toddlers don't care if you're exchanging vows. A sitter can step in before the aisle turns into a race track and gently whisk little ones away when they need a break.
3. Creates a Fun Space Just for Kids
Wedding sitters bring entertainment, age-appropriate activities, and a calming energy. It’s like a pop-up kids’ club - giving tamariki their own VIP experience while the adults do their thing.
4. Eases the Pressure on the Couple
If you're inviting families with children, offering a sitter is a thoughtful gesture. It shows you’ve thought about their experience too - not just the Instagram photos.
5. Helps with Bedtime and Late-Night Coverage
Evening wedding? No problem. Sitters can do pyjama changes, bedtime stories, and settle kids into a quiet space so parents can party into the night.
6. Supports Guests Traveling From Out of Town
Guests flying in often can’t bring their regular babysitter. Having a trusted professional at the venue makes it easy for them to attend without the stress of finding care in a new place.
7. Makes It Easier for Parents to Say “Yes” to Your Invite
A lot of parents decline weddings because it feels too hard. Knowing there's a wedding sitter changes that - it becomes a yes instead of a sorry we can’t.
8. Minimises Disruption During Key Moments
The speeches. The cake cutting. The first dance. A sitter helps keep little ones occupied (and out of the way) during those big moments so they’re not unintentionally stealing the spotlight.
9. It’s Safer
Weddings can be overwhelming for kids: new people, late nights, busy spaces, open bars, and lots of distractions. Having a trained sitter on hand gives peace of mind that someone is always keeping an eye out.
10. Everyone Leaves with Good Memories
When kids are happy, parents are relaxed. When parents are relaxed, they stay longer, dance more, and leave with better memories. That’s what makes a wedding sitter worth every cent.
Want to Know More?
Whether you’re a couple planning your dream day, or a parent wondering how to make it work with your wee ones in tow, The Wedding Sitter is here to help.
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