Take it to the Park!

It's obvious that one place any mother and child can meet other families is the community parks. When it comes to mothers group meeting at parks frequently, it can get a little boring. Adding interest into a park play date is not as hard as it may seem, in fact, it's easy!

The first thing you'll have to think about it what your parks have to offer. Do they have grassy areas? Sand areas? Water areas? Sometimes the amenities won't accommodate what you are hoping for, so make sure you include obstacles in your plan. After all, you can't fly a kite in a wooded park, and the temptation of a community splash pad at the park might distract your toddler from a planned craft.

I have a personal park kit for those times when park play dates seem to drag on. Here's what is in it:

Parachute and accessories
Bubbles
Pop up Tents

Picnic blanket, snacks, bottled water

Hula hoops
bug kits
sand toys

balls

buckets

We'll go into details later in the blog, but if there is something you want more details specifically on, just let me know in a comment.

The important things you want to know about parks:

1. They are public, and anyone can use them. You cannot force anyone to leave unless they are breaking the law.

2. If you did not reserve a space with parks and rec, you may be forced to leave the area of the park if someone else did.

3. Know what the weather is. I am really bad about this. I cannot express to anyone how important this is because it will save the last minute changes.

4. Also, know that no one can make you move if they don't have a written permit to use the space or have a badge that says they have the authority. Just keep in mind, because parks are a popular place for moms groups to meet. Consider this though: Instead of separating, try asking if they'd like to join you. After all, it is all about getting together to talk and play.  If you are lucky enough to schedule the same time and place then how about the more the merrier?!