Newborn at wedding

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I have recently found out that I'm pregnant unexpectedly, it's a big shock as I am on the pill and haven't noticed any symptoms and I'm already over 2 months pregnant! I always expected it would take a while as I have PCOS but we're delighted. The due date is in Jan and we are due to get married in Portugal in April next year. I would love some MN wisdom is it daft to get married with a 3 month old new born? We have the option to push it back, I think the hotel for the wedding has some dates later in the summer or 2026. Is there a baby age that is the easiest?

My sister's wedding two hours away was bad enough with a 3 month old. Don't do it.

I'd continue. I took my baby abroad from 3 month old. Weather in April in Portugal isn't hot. Much easier with a 3 month old than a one year old or toddler. Do you have people who can help look after baby whilst you're there?

Congrats, OP. As others have said, it depends on your baby and your recovery but from my experience I would keep it as planned. We got married when my LO was 13 months old and it was a nightmare to be honest, she was so clingy. I definitely think it would've been easier when she was littler. Also when we got her passport (2023) it took about 2 weeks to come through from start to finish ☺️

Definitely keep the date. I think the first few months are by far the easiest time to travel.

Both of mine slept better at 3m than they did for the following TWO YEARS! it was the high point of sleep.

They didn't move. They didn't chase me. The worst that would happen is some crying which could be solved usually by cuddles or milk. You could even get a beautiful sling to coordinate with your dress/bridesmaids wedding would look amazing.

I took my 6w and nearly two year old abroad together. The 6w old took about 10% of the effort, if that. Almost all the work was the toddler.

I think it'll be fine with lots of willing grandparents on hand - you may not get a look in 😆

I would say YABU as I've still not taken my kids abroad and they are now at school, the idea.of going to a different country with a 3 month old baby is unthinkable to me. .... Do you actually want to enjoy your wedding...? Everyone's different of course.