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Home » Family » Parenting Tips » Planning First Playdates: 4 Keys for Success

August 19, 2016 · Updated February 9, 2019 · Leave a Comment

Planning First Playdates: 4 Keys for Success

Parenting Tips

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sprout Organic Foods for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine.

I never did much of the “baby playdate” thing. Babies don’t really play with each other after all. However, my daughter just turned two and now loves to interact with other kids, so we’ve started arranging playdates for her.

The idea of planning first playdates doesn’t have to be intimidating! The less complicated you make things, the better (and easier) for everyone. I love watching the kids have a blast together, and it is so wonderful for their social development.

Read on for my favorite tips for planning first playdates as well as a high-value coupon for an exciting new healthy snack!
The idea of planning first playdates doesn't have to be intimidating or stressful! These four simple tricks will set you up for hours of fun and friendship for your toddler!

4 Keys to Success when Planning First Playdates:

Keep it simple

Start small with your first playdate: one or two guests at most. New faces, while exciting, can be a bit stressful. Having a small guest list will also allow your toddler to have a chance to bond and get to know their new friend(s) and keep them from being overwhelmed.

Plus, it’s a lot easier for you to supervise a couple spunky toddlers than it is a whole room of them!

Avoid nap time

When toddlers are tired, no one has fun! Schedule your playdate for a time of day where your child is usually active. Giving your guest’s parents a call beforehand will ensure that their little ones will be well-rested too.

Make it easy on yourself with “free play zones”

With toddlers, you don’t really need to worry about setting up hours of structured activities. Instead, it’s easier to have safe play “zones” ready for them to explore.

Some of our favorites: dollhouse and figurines, outdoor sandbox, water table, large building blocks on the rug.
The idea of planning first playdates doesn't have to be intimidating or stressful! These four simple tricks will set you up for hours of fun and friendship for your toddler!

Happy tummies = happy toddlers

Even if your playdate doesn’t coincide with meal times, having wholesome snacks on hand will keep everyone full and in good spirits.

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The idea of planning first playdates doesn't have to be intimidating or stressful! These four simple tricks will set you up for hours of fun and friendship for your toddler!

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The idea of planning first playdates doesn't have to be intimidating or stressful! These four simple tricks will set you up for hours of fun and friendship for your toddler!

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Stacey is the creator of The Soccer Mom Blog, a Houston Texas mom blog that focuses on positive living for women and families. She loves to share real food recipes, money-saving tips, parenting encouragement, kids activities, DIY tutorials, home hacks, fitness, and so much more! To get to know Stacey even better, click here.
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