6 Grounding Tips to Help You Feel Calm and Present the Week Before Your Wedding
6 Grounding Tips for the Week Before Your Wedding
(From a Photographer Who’s Seen It All)
After months of planning, you’re officially in the home stretch. You should feel nothing but excitement—but the week before your wedding often brings last-minute nerves, to-do lists, and “what if we forgot something?!” moments.
Here’s the truth: the best thing you can do now is slow down, stay present, and take care of yourself so you actually enjoy what’s about to unfold.
These six tips are designed to help you do just that.
1. Be Mindful of Alcohol at Pre-Wedding Events
Rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and family gatherings—there’s a lot to celebrate! But too much alcohol a night or two before can leave you feeling bloated, tired, or foggy.
Consider pacing yourself, staying hydrated, and getting quality rest.
Pro tip: Add electrolytes or coconut water to your daily routine this week to stay balanced.
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2. Delegate Stressful Tasks Now
Last-minute family dynamics? Vendor confirmations? Timeline questions?
This is the moment to pass those off. Pick one or two trusted people—your planner, maid of honor, or a sibling—and make them your official “gatekeepers” for any last-minute problem-solving.
Protect your peace. You’ve earned it.
3. Prioritize Rest + Light Movement
Between all the events, travel, and emotions, your body will feel it.
Consider scheduling A:
Light yoga class
Nature walk
Stretching session
Early bedtime
Even 15 minutes of light movement or extra sleep can help you feel grounded and refreshed.
4. Avoid Last-Minute Beauty Experiments
This isn’t the week to try a brand-new skincare product, treatment, or self-tanner. Stick with what you know works for your body and skin. Your natural glow, fueled by rest and hydration, is more than enough.
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5. Get Your Essentials Organized Early
Take time earlier in the week to pack your:
Wedding day details (rings, vow books, invitations, accessories)
Getting ready outfit
Emergency kit (stain remover, safety pins, mints)
Shoes + backup shoes
Overnight bag if you’re staying elsewhere
Having these ready to go will ease any last-minute stress and keep you feeling prepared.
6. Create Space to Be Present Together
Block off time—whether it’s date night, a quiet morning coffee, or a walk without your phones—to reconnect with your partner before the big day arrives.
Remind yourselves what this celebration is really about: your love, your story, your future.
You’ve got this, and I’ll be there every step of the way to capture it all. Need a last-minute timeline check or vendor recommendation? I’m just a message away.
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