What's a playdate anyway?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Now that I know what a playdate is, being a single dad of elementary school boys its pretty challenging to convince moms to not be judgemental when dropping their kid for a playdate. I have not bluntly asked why the hesitation, but not that easy.

I know this is a mom's discussion board, but wanted to post it out here so next time when a single dad approaches you for a playdate with your child, you are aware of the challenges he may be going through.

Would you be offended if I agreed to let my kid have a playdate with yours but suggested it was at a playground or other activity in public, rather than in your home? (I have issues.)

Another Dad here: Yeah, I'd be a bit offended. And you should be ashamed.

Welcome to parenting. We all have hangups. We all get offended. No one should be ashamed of how they chose to parent. It just is what it is. If you don't like it, seek out other parents, you'll eventually find one's you click with. Parenting isn't easy and lots of factors come into play. Don't waste your time being too offended or trying to shame anyone - it's just wasted energy.