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Jul 2, 2024 15 min

Strategies For Smooth Playdates

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In this podcast episode, Shauna & Rachel discuss strategies for managing playdates with their children. Key points include: Start with a Snack: Ensure children are not hungry to avoid unhappiness. Open Doors Policy: Keep doors open during play for safety. Game Rules: Host's child is the first player for video games at their house. For imaginative play, here's three main rules: Inclusion: Everyone can join the game. Autonomy: Each child chooses their own role. Respect: Use polite requests to avoid controlling others. They discuss managing dynamics between mixed-age groups, scheduling activities flexibly, and using a three-strike rule for Shauna's 6-year-old with autism. They emphasize the importance of free play, conflict resolution, and allowing children to learn through experience.

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