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The best seat
at the wedding

reserved for our littlest guests

Premium on-site childcare for weddings across Pensacola and the Gulf Coast. Certified, adult-led care that lets parents dance, brides breathe, and kids have the time of their lives.

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Certified adult lead at every event Background-checked, Red Cross trained team Wristband check-in & check-out Serving Pensacola & 30A to Gulf Shores
Hello, my name isPeace of Mind

Weddings are magical.
Unless you're parenting through one.

A crying toddler mid-vows. A bridesmaid chasing her four-year-old instead of standing beside the bride. Parents leaving the reception at 7pm while everyone else dances.

Kids don't ruin weddings. Weddings just weren't designed for kids. So we design a celebration inside the celebration, a beautiful space where children are cared for, entertained, and treated like honored guests.

  • Quiet, engaging care during the ceremony so vows stay uninterrupted
  • A full kids' club during the reception with crafts, games, and movie time
  • Parents check in, check out, and actually enjoy the day
  • The bride and groom never worry about a single little guest
Hello, my name isThe Packages

Three ways to care for your little guests

Every package is flat-rate, fully staffed, and planned with your coordinator before the big day. No hourly babysitting math. No surprises.

During the Vows

Ceremony Care

from $650

  • Up to 3 hours of on-site care
  • Quiet activities, coloring & story time
  • Wristband check-in and check-out
  • Up to 8 registered children
  • Two caregivers, certified adult lead

Perfect for keeping the ceremony peaceful and picture-ready.

Reserve Ceremony Care
Most Requested

During the Party

Reception Kids Club

from $950

  • Up to 5 hours of on-site care
  • Craft stations, Legos & board games
  • Big-screen projector movie night
  • Calm-down corner for tired little ones
  • Up to 12 registered children
  • Three caregivers, certified adult lead

Parents dance until the last song. Kids beg to come back.

Reserve the Kids Club

The Whole Celebration

Full Day Experience

from $1,500

  • Ceremony through reception, up to 8 hours
  • All Kids Club activities plus themed crafts
  • Movie zone, game zone & quiet rest area
  • Dedicated care for bridal party children
  • Up to 15 registered children
  • Full team with certified adult leads

White-glove care for destination and full-day weddings.

Reserve the Full Day

Registered children only, so we can plan safe staffing and know every child by name. Additional children, travel beyond 30 miles, late-night hours, and snack service available as add-ons on your custom quote.

Hello, my name isThe Safety System

Beautiful on the outside.
Systematic underneath.

Fun is what the kids remember. Safety is what we build first. Every event runs on the same documented system, every time.

Wristband check-in & check-out

Every child is signed in by a parent and released only to the authorized pickup person named on their registration form. No exceptions, not even for grandma, unless she's on the list.

Certified adult lead, always

Every member of our team is background checked, and an insured, certified adult leads every single event. Our junior team members assist with games and crafts, but care ratios never depend on anyone under 18.

Posted caregiver ratios

Staffing is set by age group before your date, with tighter ratios for toddlers and preschoolers. Headcounts are capped per package so no child is ever lost in a crowd.

No one-on-one isolated care

Children are always cared for in open, visible group settings with at least two team members present. Bathroom trips follow a documented two-person policy.

Allergy & medical registration

Parent forms collect allergies, medical notes, and emergency contacts two weeks before your event. Nothing is served to any child without written parent approval.

Emergency-ready on site

Red Cross babysitting and first aid training, a stocked first aid kit, a written emergency plan, and a venue safety walkthrough before the first child arrives.

Our photo promise

We never photograph your child or share their image online without your written permission. The photos on this site come from styled shoots and families who said yes in writing. Your child's privacy is part of the service.

Hello, my name isThe Family

You're not hiring a company.
You're hiring our family.

We're a Pensacola family who has cared for kids at church, in our neighborhood, and in our own home for years. Now we bring that same care to the biggest day of yours.

Stephanie, lead and event director

Stephanie

Lead & Event Director

The certified adult lead at every event. Stephanie handles parent communication, check-in and check-out, safety oversight, and coordination with your planner and venue.

@stephmielke
Steve, planning, security and tech

Steve

Planning, Security & Tech

Steve supports event planning, on-site security, and check-in and check-out, and runs the tech setup behind the big-screen movie night. Equal parts logistics and fun.

@stevemielke
Eliza, Red Cross certified caregiver

Eliza

Red Cross Certified Caregiver

Red Cross certified in babysitting and beloved by every kid she meets. Eliza runs activities and keeps little guests engaged, calm, and giggling.

@eliza.mielke
Annie, games and crafts captain

Annie

Games & Crafts Captain

Annie designs and leads the craft stations, group games, and creative challenges that make kids ask their parents if they can come to the next wedding too.

@anniemielke
Emery, adventure and activities captain

Emery

Adventure & Activities Captain

Emery leads the scavenger hunts, trivia showdowns, and big group games, and hosts movie night. Her job is simple: make sure every kid is having the best night of the wedding.

@emery_praise

Every member of our team is background checked, and caring for kids is not just our business, it's our week. We all serve at Voyage Church, from the Voyagers kids ministry to the security team. Our family's promise: kindness, excellence, safety, and joy at every event, for every family, whatever your story.

Hello, my name isYour New Favorite Vendor

For wedding planners, venues &
beach wedding companies

You know the moment: a meltdown during the toasts, a flower girl sprinting toward the cake table, a mother of the bride who missed the first dance. We make that moment disappear from your events, permanently.

We make you look brilliant

Offer premium childcare as part of your planning package and become the planner who thought of everything. We white-label beautifully into your client experience.

We handle everything

Parent forms, staffing, setup, teardown, and a venue walkthrough before the event. One conversation with you, then we disappear into the background and just work.

We protect your venue

Contained activity zones, supervised children, and a documented safety system mean fewer incidents, less mess, and happier property managers.

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Hello, my name isThe Plan

Booking is simple.
That's the point.

You're planning a wedding. The last thing you need is another complicated vendor. Four steps, start to finish.

1

Check your date

Send us your wedding date, venue, and estimated number of children. We reply within one business day.

2

Plan the experience

A short call with Stephanie to match a package to your day, your kids' ages, and your venue's space.

3

Reserve with a deposit

A 50% deposit locks your date. Parents receive registration, allergy, and pickup forms, due 14 days before the wedding.

4

Enjoy your day

We arrive early, set up the kids' space, run check-in, and hand every child back happy, safe, and full of stories.

Check your date

Tell us about your day. We reply within one business day.

Prefer email? hello@nanniesofthebride.com

Hello, my name isGood Questions

Asked by every smart parent
(as they should)

Is this a licensed daycare?
No, and on purpose. We are an on-site event childcare service hired by the wedding host for a private event, not a childcare facility. Care happens at your venue, during your event, with parents on the property. We follow documented safety systems, carry insurance, and are happy to walk any parent or venue through exactly how we operate.
Who is actually watching my child?
A certified, background-checked adult leads every event, supported by our trained family team, including a Red Cross certified caregiver. You'll know exactly who is on your event team before the wedding day, by name.
What if my child has allergies or special needs?
Your registration form covers allergies, medical notes, sensory needs, and anything else we should know. Nothing is served or done without your written approval, and our quiet corner is designed for children who need a calmer space.
Can kids just drop in during the reception?
We care for registered children only. That's how we guarantee safe staffing ratios and know every child, their allergies, and their pickup person by name. Hosts can add children to the registration list up to 14 days before the event.
How far do you travel?
We serve Pensacola, Pace, Gulf Breeze, Perdido Key, Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, Destin, and 30A. Travel within 30 miles of Pensacola is included; beyond that, a simple travel fee is added to your quote.
What happens if a child gets upset or won't settle?
First, the calm-down corner and a caring adult. If a little one needs their parent, we come find you quietly and discreetly. You are always the final word on your child, and you can check in anytime.
What does it cost?
Packages start at $650, and every quote is flat-rate and customized to your headcount, hours, and venue. You will never get a surprise bill, and you will never do hourly babysitting math on your wedding day.

Every guest deserves a
magical day. Even the little ones.

Tell us your date and your venue. We'll take care of the rest, and the smallest members of your guest list.

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