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[quote=Anonymous]I don't think they will mess your kid up socially if you don't do them. But they can be helpful for some kids. We moved to a close-knit community during COVID where we didn't know anyone. Playdates helped my DD form some closer friendships and helped us get to know a few families. Even when they are drop-off there was still 10-15 minutes of chatting while dropping off or picking up. I think there is something to spending 1:1 time with someone that can help form a closer bond that doesn't always happen at activities or aftercare.

We don't do a ton of playdates because they can be hard to schedule with activities and family commitments but I'll try to plan something during holiday breaks or when theres a random day off. We do more spontaneous playdates with neighborhood kids and those can be a lifesaver on a rainy weekend when we don't have much going on.

Don't host with any expectation of reciprocity. Every week there is a post on DCUM about someone upset that their hosting is not being reciprocated. Just host how frequently you are comfortable with.  [/quote]

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