Once upon a time weddings were just ceremonies. Then came receptions. And now we've got welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, next day brunches and, of course, wedding after parties.

If you're planning to host an after party - whether you want to keep the dance floor fun flowing or you want to change up the vibe and enjoy some casual drinks with friends - listen in for 12 mistakes you don't want to make. We're talking food, alcohol, entertainment, decor and more - plus the best timing and use of your after party budget!

Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77

You can also check out my second podcast, "Any Questions? A Podcast About Conception, Pregnancy & Realistic Motherhood" if you're on your own fertility/pregnancy journey! https://open.spotify.com/show/7uxPpQZgfnzMxJcYhjvtqa

Inspired by: https://www.brides.com/wedding-after-party-mistakes-8714937

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REBROADCAST: On today's episode of the Unconventional Wedding Planning Podcast I'm diving into nine common wedding regrets from real brides and grooms. Are these wedding regrets legit? If so, how do you avoid them? 

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Good news, wedding planners! I used a new recording platform to record this episode and I think the audio is way better! Let me know what you think (contact form below) or if you have any other feedback for the show, episode suggestions, etc.

In less happy news, today we've got a pretty tough topic: cold feet. What's the difference between normal pre-wedding nerves and jitters (aka cold feet) vs a more serious problem that could mean you need to call off your wedding and end your relationship?

No one likes to think about this scary part of wedding planning, but the fact is that many couples (over 80%) deal with cold feet. You owe it to yourself and your partner to figure out if your feelings are normal ones that are wrapped up in wedding stress or if you need to make the tough call to cancel your wedding.

Inspired by: https://www.theknot.com/content/dealing-with-cold-feet

Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77

You can also check out my second podcast, "Any Questions? A Podcast About Conception, Pregnancy & Realistic Motherhood" if you're on your own fertility/pregnancy journey! https://open.spotify.com/show/7uxPpQZgfnzMxJcYhjvtqa

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REBROADCAST: I'm back with another wedding planning episode all about budget weddings. Specifically, can you plan a wedding with a budget of only $5000?

Spoiler alert: YES, YOU CAN! In today's episode I'm walking you through my actual wedding plans and sharing the exact numbers of how much everything costs.

A budget wedding is possible and doesn't have to be tacky or something you compromise on. You can still have a beautiful wedding day without spending more than $5000. 

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Welcome to episode #150, wedding planners - we made it! It only took us 150 episodes to finally talk all about the wedding website. But we're here now, so let's do it.

In this episode I'm sharing the things you actually need to have on your wedding website. What are the required elements and what do you guests actually need to know? I'm also sharing 5 optional extras you can add to your website plus 5 things you definitely want to avoid putting on there!

Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77

You can also check out my second podcast, "Any Questions? A Podcast About Conception, Pregnancy & Realistic Motherhood" if you're on your own fertility/pregnancy journey! https://open.spotify.com/show/7uxPpQZgfnzMxJcYhjvtqa

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REBROADCAST: So many engaged couples have had to deal with long engagements as their weddings get pushed out, postponed or downsized. Most couples are engaged for just 12-18 months but many couples are finding themselves engaged for 2, 3, 4 or even five years before their big wedding comes around!

So how do you handle it? How do you survive a long engagement? Listen in for my tips about how to make progress with wedding planning without spending your entire engagement glued to Pinterest. 

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If you're planning to have a wedding party (aka bridal party with bridesmaids, groomsmen, people of honor, etc.) at your wedding, you need to listen to this episode!

Today I'm sharing some tough love and reminding you that as much as your wedding party members love you and want to help make your wedding awesome, there are certain things they should NOT have to do. Wear an itchy outfit? Nope! Give up all their free time and money for your wedding? Also nope!

Tune in to hear what you should and should not expect from your wedding party so you can avoid the drama and leave your wedding with all of your relationships intact!

Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77

You can also check out my second podcast, "Any Questions? A Podcast About Conception, Pregnancy & Realistic Motherhood" if you're on your own fertility/pregnancy journey! https://open.spotify.com/show/7uxPpQZgfnzMxJcYhjvtqa

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REBROADCAST: If you just got engaged, congratulations! With the proposal behind you and wedding planning on the brain, you might be wondering how long this period should last. How long should couples be engaged before they get married?

Listen in as I discuss the pros and cons of a long engagement and a short engagement, and reasons why you might pick each one. Does it matter if you want kids, plan to elope, have money saved up or have your heart set on a venue? What if you're planning a budget wedding or a destination wedding? I cover it all in this episode! 

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How do you plan a full-scale wedding when you only have <6 months to pull it off? Or how do you plan a wedding for hundreds when you're busy with work, life and family?

In this episode, I'm discussing what you need to consider when planning a wedding if you're short on time - whether that's planning on a short timeframe (<6 months) or you just don't have enough hours in a week to plan it all. There are some harsh truths you'll have to accept, but it absolutely can be done! I'll go over big things to consider and the four steps you should take to pull this off.

Have a wedding planning question or episode idea? Let me know what you want to hear! Fill out this quick form with your feedback and/or episode suggestions: https://forms.gle/ANxD6B9M4xzoReZ77

You can also check out my second podcast, "Any Questions? A Podcast About Conception, Pregnancy & Realistic Motherhood" if you're on your own fertility/TTC journey! https://open.spotify.com/show/7uxPpQZgfnzMxJcYhjvtqa

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REBROADCAST: If you are newly engaged or just starting your wedding planning journey, you'll want to listen to this episode!

Before you book any wedding vendors or tour any venues, before you choose your wedding party and before you start spending any of your wedding budget, take a listen and ensure you and your fiance are starting wedding planning on the right foot. Happy planning! 

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