Yes, it is finally happening. After months of running around and planning, your big day is finally going to arrive. Your dream is going to turn into reality. Of course, you might still not believe that the day has arrived, but face it. The countdown to your wedding day has officially begun.

The feelings of excitement and nervousness going on in your mind is inevitable. Amidst all the excitement, don’t get too lost. Just relax and enjoy all the happy moments.

You might be ready with your bridal ensemble for the wedding day - the attire, jewellery, accessories, make-up and all. But, there are still few other things that you need to strike off the checklist to get ready for your wedding night. Are you wondering what more is left?

Don’t worry. Hamaraevent, your trusted portal for finding the best event venues in Mumbai is happy to share with you the ultimate wedding night checklist. Take a look and be well-prepared for your wedding night.

1. Stay local, don’t take off on a honeymoon immediately

Your wedding just got through, and you definitely need some rest after a long strenuous day. The last thing you would want is to travel for too long. So, stay local and spend your first wedding night in peace.

It will save you from all the hassle at the end of the night and guarantee that you get to spend your time alone with your partner. Give your wedding the most fitting finale buy spending your wedding night in a special way at your place.

2. Keep away from your electronic gadgets

Hotels have the popular ‘do not disturb’ sign for a reason. However, take it a little further – switch off your mobile phones, no television. It's time for you to spend an intimate night along with your partner and only that matters.

If you don’t want to switch off your phone, at least keep it on silent and let no messages or calls disturb your wonderful night together. Hide the TV remote and only enjoy the moments of being together.

Indulge in sweet conversations with your partner and kindle the romance. Work off with some excitement in your first night and do what you like the most. A big no no to electronics and other devices to disturb your lovely moments.

3. Eat Something

On your wedding day, you won’t get to eat too much. No matter what happen, there will always be a good reason to get distracted from food on your wedding day. You will be going through a whirlwind of emotions on your day and food will not be really an important thing in your mind.

So, make sure you have stashed some eatables, drinks in your room on the wedding night. A bottle of champagne and rose petals of course – kindle the romance by feeding your partner.

Start your night with slow talks and a little bit of food along with your spouse. Surely, you will not say no to food, if your partner affectionately feeds you some. Traditionally, Indian brides bring milk with nuts and saffron on their wedding night.

4. Don’t fantasize

Bollywood, novels, and movies like to exaggerate how the wedding night should be. So, definitely don’t think that your wedding night will work out like your favorite movies or novels. That is never the case, don’t expect a filmy style romance from your partner.

We all like to dream about our special night. That is fine, but don’t go overboard and fantasize too much. Too many expectations can lead to disappointments. The wedding night is just a good opportunity to get to know your partner really well.

5. Say what is on your mind – Start Slow

Consummating your marriage on your very first wedding night is not going to happen that easily and is not a hard and fast rule. You are sure to be worn out and really tired after a long day of rituals and customs. So, simply say to your partner what is in your mind.

Indulge in sweet talks and take it really slow. This magical night is just about showing your love for your partner and not always about sex. So, take it easy and go slow.

Keep in mind that you have a whole lifetime together and many more intimate nights will come.

6. Don’t put too much thought on your looks

This is especially for the ladies. You are beautiful just the way you are. Don’t go overboard on your makeup, dress and accessories on your wedding night. Your partner has vowed to spend the whole life together and will love you, no matter your looks.

Wear a comfortable outfit, don’t wear too much makeup and jewelry. Be your natural self.

7. Write a little love note or throw a surprise with gifts

A romantic note gifted to your loved one on your wedding night will be really memorable. It can be a poem that you wrote for your partner or a small note with anything you want to say. This is a great way of getting the romance to brew up on your wedding night.

You can also gift a lovely bunch of roses or a romantic gift basket. Such gifts will make your partner feel happy. So, plan ahead for your wedding night to get a simple gift for your partner.

8. Talk for Sometime

Don’t get straight to the act of lovemaking on your wedding night. Even if you have known each other for a long time, it is always recommended to build the romantic connect with your partner first.

Communicate to your partner and talk whatever it is that you like. Reminisce the wedding events and compliment your partner on their looks. Live in the moment, engage in romantic talks and keep the serious talks for a later point.

A sweet conversation will let you set the stage and build that romance. The rest will happen on its own automatically.

9. Don’t be too conscious

It is ok to have awkward moments on your first night. Don’t be too over conscious and just let it go. Laugh away the awkward moments, if any and just enjoy the night to the most.

Don’t be too over critical and handle it with ease. The first night does not have to be a perfect night. Make it memorable with these awkward moments.

10. Be Confident

Carry yourself with confidence. More than any material things, confidence is the primary ingredient that will boost you. Confidence is sexy - remember that. Don’t be too shy on your wedding night.

Open up to your partner. Why hide away from someone with whom you are going to spend the rest of your life.

Wedding night is one of the most awaited and magical night of a newly-married couple’s life. You have always been dreaming about it your whole life. While you may be excited, inhibitions and fear is inevitable on your wedding night.

Hamaraevent hopes that the above checklist eradicates your fear. Make your wedding night the most perfect and memorable event of your life.