7 Simple Ways to Ease Your First-Dance Nerves

From: Martha Stewart Weddings - Sunday Feb 06,2022 09:31 pm

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If you're feeling nervous about the first dance at your wedding, know that you are far from alone. Whether you're taking classes at a studio or practicing with your significant other at home, here are some expert-approved tips to help you calm those first-dance nerves.

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