At my kid’s wedding they purposely chose an outside venue for the wedding and reception so children could come. Even had a table set up with crafts to keep the kid’s occupied at the reception and the boys seemed to bond together to play sports away from the tents.. Out of 200 guests I’d estimate there were 30 kids under 12. And once the dancing started, you know where the children were.
The children that came were all an integral part of the bride and groom’s lives, so how could they not invite them, with their parents. Each bride can do what they choose, but the choice to allow children is very doable. Now, years later, I still have folks mention to me how the wedding/reception was incredible and one of the most memorable they’d been to, a lot of that had to do with the inclusion of everyone.
Many children at my wedding too. It was wonderful, but I wanted them there. Me and my husband’s choice. This bride and fiance should have their wedding the way they want it.