While in the past, a woman changing her last name to adopt her husband’s surname after getting married was expected in many countries and cultures, it’s not the case any more. Many of the couples I marry want to know how to make a decision on whether or not to change their last name or names and what it means for their career, family life, their parents and their identity. In this episode, you’ll learn: a brief history about the custom of changing last names after marriage, what the expectations are around the world,the pros of changing your last name, what the options are in a mixed orientation marriage, the potential downsides of changing your birth last name, plusa few handy questions to think about before you make your final decision. Resources Mentioned:Easy Name ChangeTo get $5 off your name change pack use the promo code UNBRIDELY5 (valid until end of 2024) Send Unbridely a 90-second audio message on Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/unbridelypodcast*The Unbridely Podcast is sponsored by its listeners. When you purchase products or services through links on our website or via the podcast, we may earn an affiliate commission.*------This episode of the Unbridely Modern Wedding Planning Podcast is brought to you by WedSites.com, Unbridely's recommended wedding website builder, guest management platform & wedding planning tool all in one.Visit WedSites.com to get started on your FREE wedding website and use code UNBRIDELYPOD to get 10% off any of their paid plans.-----Unbridely acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we record this podcast on, the Kaurna People. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.Support the Show.Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unbridely/or TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@unbridelyEmail the Unbridely Podcast:hello@unbridely.com