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[quote=Anonymous]If you want them to do something then you tell them they have to pick something. You're the parent - they don't get to refuse.

Our household rule is that you only get to do one sport and one non-sport activity at a time (we do flex if there's a good reason, and explain to the other kids why we flexed). If I were concerned that my kids weren't trying enough things, I'd flip that rule on it's head and say you have to do one sport and/or one non-sport activity this summer or next fall and give them options that work for your family's schedule.

I think it's great PPs are reminding you to appreciate that your kids love each other and your house. But if you think it would be good for them to get out and do something, go for it. Most activities are 1-2x per week at the beginner level. That's not crazy overscheduled or overstimulated. If 2 kids do something that's once per week each (like a dance class or music lessons), that's 2 nights you are heading in separate directions or one sibling is sitting in a waiting room. That's not a lot of the week.[/quote]

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