What to do for a play date

Guest post by Kids ‘R’ Kids

After being with your children day in-and-out, young mom’s need time for community and friends too! Play dates offer this important opportunity to interact with other young mom’s while giving your child opportunities to learn social interactions as well; it is important for your children to have numerous social experiences with other children of various ages and grown-ups. Though your child might not play directly with their peers, they will become accustomed to having them nearby and will begin the learning process of sharing.

When you play at the homes of different families, your child will be exposed to new environments, new toys, new family customs, new ethnic backgrounds, and maybe even new snacks! This is a good way to teach them how to be careful in other people’s homes, how to show respect to others, and learn how to show basic social etiquette. A simple play date can turn into a tremendous learning opportunity for your child.

Of course a play date doesn’t have to be a fancy, formal get-together. The only requirement is fun! Your best bet is to use mom-tested suggestions for hosting a successful, and relatively fuss-free play date.