Flower Girl?

Will a four year old make a good flower girl. Some people say it's too young, but I adore this little girl and I want her to be in my wedding. She's family and only 1 of 2 children invited the wedding. We will have a 6 1/2 year old (boy) there too



How do I keep her occupied during the ceremony and the reception?

Flower Girl?
My nephew was four in my wedding. He did fine..just try to make it where she walks down with the ring bearer, not alone. We got married in a church and I asked my bro-in-law (not in the wedding party) to sit at the end of the front pew with some candy and a little toy. He then went and sat with his dad. He was by no means in the way. We did not make him stand there for the ceremony just walk down the aisle. He was fine. I am sure she will be, and if she decides she doesn't want to walk, do not get upset just roll with it. Children , especially ones you love dearly help make your day special.
Reply:I think she will be fine and should be an important part of your day. Practice with her ahead of time so she feels comfortable with her role. Maybe even let her help to pick out the dress and take her to the flower shop or craft store when you pick the flowers for the basket. She will enjoy being let in on the activities. On the special day, have someone up front guide her for encourgment and to help her when it is time to sit or stand. I think it would be ok to have a colorbook along. She could bring a doll that she could play with while sitting. At the receptiom she will probably play with the other little boy. I would reccomend a play room if it is avaible with books, movies and games. If your reception is outdoors, you may want to dedicate one corner for a play area with a bounce house and one adult to supervise. Good luck!l
Reply:That's fine - just have her mom be right on hand to make sure the girl makes it up the aisle. It's good that the ring bearer is older. Don't worry about keeping her occupied - that's what parents are for! At the reception, she'll have lots of fun playing with all the other kids, dancing and running around! That's why weddings are for families! She'll have a blast!
Reply:I am having kids invited to my wedding, and I plan to have little activity pails for the younger ones with coloring books and little toys in them to give them something to occupy them if they get antsy. So, if she gets a little bored, she has something to catch her attention.

as for the flower girl question, if you think she can handle it, then sure-though four is a bit young by normal standards for such a big task.
Reply:its not too young i was just 5 25yrs ago when i was flowergirl and i had no hassles.
Reply:I think she will look cute. I've learned in planning my wedding to only include people that are VERY close. If for whatever reason at the last minute she is not up to it, talk to her mom and let her know that she can step in and help her out. She may surprise you and do great!
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Reply:Not too young. Bring some toys, coloring books, etc
Reply:all of the ideas are great...if she is willing then have her in the wedding.

to keep them occupied? little kids love to dance so if there is dancing she may find that to be fun...coloring books and all that other stuff is good too...remember to have her a change of clothes esp if her dress is floor length...she may get tired holding it up to walk and play...change of clothes is really great to protect the dress too. comfort is the key.
Reply:No definitely not, I had my niece as my flower girl last year and she had only just turned three. I had her walk down the aisle holding my head bridesmaids hand, just in case she got a bit nervous, which she did. It might not be tradition, but it worked out well, and she thought it was great, I also had my daughter who was 1 at the time, but she didn't walk down the aisle but she was dressed the same as my niece. good luck with your wedding,