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Busy, tired, stressed Mum getting married in 48 hours. What would you do to make yourself feel Special?

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Herecomesthebusybride · 06/06/2024 11:41

This coming Saturday!
For the record, it's a small afternoon Registry office affair then a Party with buffet / DJ etc.. with around 30 Friends and Family. During the day we only have our Parents at the official bit then wanted a casual celebration in the Evening.
We have been together for Years, have 4 DCs, 2 Dogs and both work full time plus I'm studying in the Evenings. Life is busy, funds are tight but I don't know what to do tomorrow to make myself feel more 'special' and less exhausted.
I don't have a huge glam brigade planned, I'm having a mani and pedi in between School Runs tomorrow but the DCs will be at Home with us the night before the Wedding, and the Morning of so it will likely be chaos!
Any tips please Mumsnetters? Resting and relaxing isn't an option but I'm looking for little tips I can squeeze in the next few days Grin

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MiddleAgedDread · 06/06/2024 11:48

Any chance of booking a last minute back massage?
Pack the kids off to bed early tomorrow night and order a takeaway and a bottle of wine.
Get all clothes for everyone together today - hang outfits in the wardrobe together with shoes, underwear etc laid out. Agree with the kids how they want their hair done tonight and what they're taking with them so there's no arguing about it on the morning.
Make a schedule for Saturday so everyone knows what's expected of them and you can hopefully have some time to chill before the ceremony e.g. nice breakfast in PJs, showers for all, mum gets her hair & make up done while dad gets the kids ready, turn the wifi off until they're all dressed!!

Gymnopedie · 06/06/2024 12:36

I know you say money's tight, I'd consider buying something that feels special on the day and that you will always associate with your wedding.

A new pair of shoes - if you never wear them again, keep them in the bottom of the wardrobe and smile every time you see them.

Perfume, and every time you wear it remember your wedding day.

A piece of jewellery, maybe earrings or a necklace. Silver isn't expensive and you can get some lovely things, and like the perfume remember the day when you wear it again.

And even if time is tight, try to find 20 minutes to sit on your own with a cuppa and reflect on what a lovely day it's going to be and how much (presumably!) you love him.

OrlandointheWilderness · 06/06/2024 12:41

Your wedding sounds wonderful OP. Exactly what I would want. TBH I'd get something nice to drink in, pjs on, takeaway and a film!

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OhFlapJack · 06/06/2024 12:47

Can you get someone to do your make up the day of your wedding? I had mine done for first time age 50 and felt a million dollars!

determinedtomakethiswork · 06/06/2024 22:33

How old are your children? I am hoping they are old enough to bribe!

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