Put A Ring On It: The Wedding Planning Podcast

We talked about:Including children in your wedding partyTraditional roles of kids in a wedding party (and “appropriate” age ranges)Whether you should invite kids to your wedding What to do if you plan on inviting kidsWhat to do if you don’t plan on inviting kidsFor links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:An update about future episodesYou have our permission to feel however you need to feelSome mindset shifts to help you process all of thisWhat to do if you need to postpone your weddingWedding InsuranceCanceling your wedding vs. postponing itAlternative options to consider, depending on what the restrictions are in your areaA reminder to take care of yourself, now more than everWhat we’re doing to stay positive (as much as possible) throughout this experienceHow and what to be communicating with your guests about your upcoming weddingAlso, a wildly incorrect side-tangent about the Marvel/DC universe (oops)For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:Why it’s important to spend time together before the weddingAn important conversation about HOW MUCH time you want to spend together pre-weddingThe two most common pre-wedding eventsFun group activities to consider planningWhy it’s important not to overextend yourselfThe final odds and ends you may need to wrap upThe dreaded WEATHER forecastSome good health tips to keep in mind that final weekAnd a reminder to ENJOY THE PROCESSFor links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:How fast a wedding day actually flies byHow much time to give yourself before going on your honeymoonThe #1 most common regret amongst most couplesRegrets with regard to photography What couples wished they did more of on the wedding dayHow a lot of couples will feel pressured into doing something or settle for something they didn’t wantAn important thing to remember when opting have a friend or family member help you with somethingFor links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:The top three things couple’s should be mindful of when choosing their venueLittle things you can do that will make your guest experience even more awesomeRed flags to keep an eye out forVenue coordinators vs. wedding plannersOdd requests that Kinsey has gotten before as a venue ownerSome of Kinsey’s favorite things that she’s seen at weddingsFor links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:At what point in the planning process you should start thinking about your floral decorWhat you should do BEFORE reaching out to a floristTips for using Pinterest for good vs. evilWhy it’s important to maintain consistency throughout your wedding designMyths about “ways to save money” with floralsWhat you should and shouldn’t DIY when it comes to floral decorNew and fabulous trends for 2020 and 2021 (including some trends we’d both be ok with not seeing ever again)For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:Why it’s important to set boundaries as you plan your weddingWhere it all startsHow to establish boundaries with your immediate familyHow to navigate tricky questions from friends and family membersWhen and how to enlist the help of othersWays you can establish some boundaries with your wedding vendor teamWhat to do when someone crosses a line and breaks that boundary with youFor links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:How much of getting healthy is nutrition and how much is exerciseWhy there aren’t many “one size fits all” tips when it comes to what to eatHow to deal with stress eatingHow much time to give yourself to see a positive change from your new choicesHow to maintain a healthy diet while also attending your shower, engagement party, and so onWhat to do when you fall off the wagon and make a not-so-great choiceAnd our favorite apps for at-home yogaFor links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:How to find the right photographer for youThe ways that wedding photography has changed throughout the years and why it mattersWhat to do if you’re a little nervous about being in front of the cameraA really great reason why it’s important to hire a professional photographer for your dayFor links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:Why it's so important to stay united as a team How to deal with questions about your engagement/weddingRemembering not to compete with fellow engaged couples or newlywedsNavigating FOOD and all the guilty pleasures that come with the holidaysDealing with the EXPENSE that the holidays can bring (and ways to get around it)Respecting old traditions while creating and building your own new traditionsWhat to expect from your wedding vendors during the holiday seasonFor links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about:What SYMBIS is and why it can be really helpful for a lot of couplesWhy it's important for couples to have this mindsetCommon things we see as planners that easily derail couples throughout the wedding planning processTips for couples who are struggling at the momentWhat you can do RIGHT NOW to better prepare yourselves for a successful first year of marriage (possibly one of the hardest years)For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website.Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

From Weddings For Real:If you’re a member of the Rising Tide Society Facebook Group, you might have seen a post (since deleted) a few months ago from a photographer who said that when a wedding planner is involved, it makes other wedding vendors’ jobs more difficult and it messes up the flow of a wedding day. From his perspective, it’s better to have a wedding WITHOUT a planner.  Well as you either saw or can imagine, this sparked a lot of debate, and shockingly, many people agreed with his perspective.  Danielle Pasternak, wedding planner at DPNAK and co-host of the Put A Ring On It Podcast, has some thoughts, and she shares them on the show today!Listen to the full episode here!

We talked about: Both of our favorite “end-of-night” moments that have stuck with us from years ago A super-fun thing that a couple did right after they tied the knot The time Danielle turned a clothing store into a reception in under 2.5 hours A private moment Dan witnessed that will absolutely touch your hearts Something that made Danielle cry (not that that’s hard to do) The time that Dan was the first one to join the bride on a dance floor Also, we shared some exciting news about what to expect for Season 7 which returns on NOVEMBER 19th! For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website. Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about: The BIGGEST and #1 factor that affects your total budget Why your budget is important and how to use your priorities to make decisions The best vendor to hire to save yourself money What to consider when choosing your venue Opting to get married any day but Saturday Why where your lodging is matters so much What having an "off-season" date could mean for your budget AND your guest experience Some specific areas where we DON'T recommend trying to save money For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website. Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about: Renting vs. buying Ways you can be sustainable with your attire choices What to do with your flowers after the wedding How to avoid receiving unnecessary gifts Sustainable paper product alternatives Straws!! Our honest-to-goodness opinion on favors Finding charitable vendors Repurposing your decor Recycling what you can For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website. Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about: Renting vs. buying Ways you can be sustainable with your attire choices What to do with your flowers after the wedding How to avoid receiving unnecessary gifts Sustainable paper product alternatives Straws!! Our honest-to-goodness opinion on favors Finding charitable vendors Repurposing your decor Recycling what you can For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website. Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about: Why you should consider hiring a videographer The benefits of having a videographer for your wedding What a "great" wedding film includes Trends in wedding videography What to look for when choosing a videographer A good question to ask when searching for your videographer For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website. Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about: Traditional and untraditional wedding registry options When you should register for items What types of items you may want to register for How to tell your guests where you're registered (and how NOT to) What to do when you just want cash What happens when you receive something you didn't want And the deal with sending "thank you" cards For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website. Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about: What to consider with your centerpieces Some "popular" formalities to skip What decor isn't the best use of your money The type of seating to avoid Our thoughts on CAKE Attire and what you're wearing How to structure your reception Receiving lines Plus, some things we think your guests will ALWAYS care about For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website. Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!

We talked about: Different ways you can work with a planner/coordinator and how it's often not an apples-to-apples comparison Knowing the right questions to ask (and what questions won't be very helpful if you ask them) Finding out a planner's strengths and weaknesses How vendor recommendations work What to do after your first meeting with a potential planner For links mentioned and additional information, visit the Put A Ring On It podcast website. Become a Patreon supporter today to get your questions answered, watch behind-the-scenes videos, chat one-on-one with Dan and Danielle and more!