Weddings are supposed to be blissful occasions, right? ♀️ But what happens when a couple’s ‘no device’ rule for their big day rattles the family peace? ♂️ A couple, who tied the knot on September 4th, are still dealing with the fallout from their decision to ban devices at their wedding. This decision didn’t sit well with one family member in particular, leading to a family feud that’s still ongoing. Let’s dive into this modern-day wedding drama!
The Big Day and the Big Rule

The Device Dilemma

The iPad Request

The Groom’s Response ♂️

The Best Man’s Plea

The Groom Stands His Ground

The Final Decision

The ‘No Device’ Rule: A Wedding Day Drama That’s Still Unfolding
A couple’s decision to ban devices at their wedding sparked a family feud that’s still simmering. The groom’s brother, also the best man, requested an exception for his 4-year-old daughter’s iPad, fearing she’d be disruptive without it. The groom, however, stood his ground, insisting on a device-free ceremony. The best man’s plea fell on deaf ears, leading to tension that’s yet to dissipate. Was the couple’s ‘no device’ rule too harsh, or was it a necessary step to ensure a distraction-free ceremony? The jury’s still out on this one! Let’s see what the internet has to say…
Childfree weddings spark debate: NTA bride and groom vs lazy parents

NTA. Setting boundaries and consequences were disrespected by brother and SIL.

NTA. Kids can sit through a ceremony without iPads.

NTA – Parents relying on devices instead of parenting
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NTA. No electronics allowed at wedding. Parents to blame for dependency.

NTA. Rule broken, toddler blamed. Parents unapologetic. Child-free weddings justified.

Unbalanced pressure to forgive and forget without demanding apologies? NTA

NTA: Setting expectations for a screen-free ceremony, brother disrespected you.

NTA. Setting boundaries for a screen-free wedding sparks family feud.

Setting boundaries: NTA for enforcing ‘No Device’ rule!

NTA: Breaking rules, making jokes, and owing apologies

Bride enforces ‘No Device’ rule, catches smug family members. NTA

NTA, niece doesn’t ‘need’ iPad for wedding, alternative offered.

NTA! Clear rules, brother broke them. Don’t let it ruin memories!

NTA. Guests ignored ‘no device’ rule, disrupted wedding. Apology needed.

NTA: Request to quiet disruptive child at wedding is valid

NTA: Wedding rule broken, blame on brother & sister-in-law

Engaging ways to entertain kids during a religious ceremony

Child’s behavior at wedding sparks debate: NTA or ESH?

NTA. Setting boundaries and promoting healthy parenting.

NTA: Parents disregarded rules, now it’s time for some petty revenge

Sneaky iPad plan? NTA! Checking volume 20 times, relatable!

Niece’s iPad vs. Superiority Complex: A Silent Showdown

NTA. iPads aren’t the only way kids can behave

NTA: They could have brought a toy, but still apologized.

NTA: Four-year-old with iPad at wedding sparks controversy

Bride’s ‘No Device’ rule enforced, causing family feud

NTA. Niece’s needs were overlooked. Headphones could’ve solved everything.

NTA. Parents should have found a solution for their niece.

NTA. Set boundaries, they broke them and made light of it.

Groom’s big day too! Fiancé looking as good, maybe better!
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Parents relying on iPads for kids’ behavior, disrupting ceremonies

NTA: Parents today need to step up and be present

NTA: Teach kids to behave in public, not rely on iPads!

“NTA but why not have a child free wedding? “

Bride and groom’s ‘no device’ rule sparks family feud

NTA. iPad kid niece causing trouble? Teachers beware!

NTA: Wedding day ruined by entitled idiot brother and bratty kid

NTA. Parents should be considerate of others at events.

NTA. Keeping her by a sitter was necessary.

NTA: Boundaries set, respect disrespected. You’re not in the wrong.
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NTA for being mad at the grown ups who were responsible

NTA. No iPad? How did people survive without electronics?

NTA: Parents should respect rules; kids can be entertained non-digitally

NTA: Parents ignored rules, disrespected wedding, blame them, not child.

Parents blamed for 4-year-old’s actions in NTA comment

Nostalgia for pre-iPad parenting sparks discussion

Parents’ ‘No Device’ rule criticized as ‘pure laziness’. NTA

NTA. iPads aren’t necessary for kids to behave at weddings

NTA: Boundaries ignored, rule mocked – salt on the wound!

NTA: Kids should be controlled, not given iPads as babysitters.
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Bride enforces ‘No Device’ rule at wedding, brother disobeys

NTA – Babysitter vs iPad: Who would’ve had more fun?

“NTA. They disrespected your request and your wife’s response was spot on! “

NTA. Parenting > Tablet Babysitting

Parent shares experience attending a wedding with young children

NTA defends ‘no device’ rule at wedding against parenting criticism

Kids at weddings without screens? It’s been done before!

NTA for enforcing ‘No Device’ rule at wedding.
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NTA. Wife should have sat outside with daughter.

NTA. Clear communication ignored, chaos ensued.

NTA. Respectful parenting and wedding rules were disregarded.
