2006-09-17 08:04:42 · 12 answers · asked by Mike S 7 in Family & Relationships ➔ Weddings
I see a lot of DO NOT take them...but I do come from a second family marriage. If you both don't mind taking the children and have talked about it...then do so. Just remember this, a suite with two bedrooms (so you can have that privacy time) and choose a hotel with child care services. This way if you both would like a nice dinner alone, you can have that and know that your children are in good care and close by. Do choose a hotel that is reputable...you may pay a higher price, but knowing that you can have it all is just fine. It is all about what make you happy on your honeymoon. Plus, you have many more years ahead of you to have those nice get-a-ways alone, even if this is your honeymoon and if this fits your saturation at the time, then do so. Plus, children do grow up and there is always that second honeymoon trip that can be taken. So don't worry if you choose to do so and what other think...it is what you two want, not what other want and say it right from wrong. There is no wrong answer here, you are the ones to make the right choice for the both of you. Have a lovey time and enjoy it no matter what you choose to do...by yourselves or with the kids.
Congrats!
2006-09-17 09:11:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have a friend who had the perfect compromise for this situation. They both have kids from a first marriage. They took an extra long honeymoon, four weeks, and brought the kids and her mom with them to Williamsburg, VA for the only the last week. The first three weeks they traveled to various amusement parks in the country. If you can't take off four weeks, maybe you could do the traditional honeymoon thing for 5 or 6 days and then bring the kids somewhere for a long weekend. Good luck.
2006-09-17 15:32:44 · answer #2 · answered by maigen_obx 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Never even heard of someone doing that. It seems to be the dumbest idea I have ever encountered in my life. the only possible way that could go well is if the honeymoon was on a cruise ship or resort that had facilities and people to keep the kids busy and away the entire time.
2006-09-17 15:08:08 · answer #3 · answered by juicy_wishun 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
My mom, and I'd say horrible. I was 12 years old and hated my new stepdad. I didn't really do ANYTHING on the cruise (kids activities).
If your kids get along with your new spouse and they are an important part of both of your lives, I think the idea is fine. It isn't just you and your fiance getting married....you're marrying the kids as well. And I can tell you from experience, it is extremely important for the kids to feel this way.
My stepdad hated me (loves me now that I'm 23), and my mom always took his side. So I hated her for awhile too. Anyways....just make sure the kids don't feel left out in the whole process, whether you decide to take them or not.
2006-09-17 20:15:39 · answer #4 · answered by abbya11111 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I dont think its a good idea to take children on a honeymoon at all.
2006-09-17 15:07:39 · answer #5 · answered by dreamshop78 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
We left the kids with family. It's a honeymoon...not a family vacation! Leave the kids at home!
2006-09-17 15:06:08 · answer #6 · answered by Royalhinney 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I haven't done it but wouldn't recommend it. Honeymoons are supposed to be for the bride and groom to bask in the glory of just getting married, relax after all the process and enjoy each other, if kids are present, even if they are the joy of life, how can you enjoy your husband all to yourself?
2006-09-17 15:34:33 · answer #7 · answered by White 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It will not turn out to be as romantic as you thought. Leave the kids at home and then plan a separate vacation with them.
2006-09-17 15:07:48 · answer #8 · answered by baby_luv 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
the honeymoon is for the bride and groom only!!!
2006-09-17 15:32:32 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well thats a dumb one leave the kids with someone its your honeymoon
2006-09-17 15:30:05 · answer #10 · answered by RAY T 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋