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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][b]Do you set them up for failure[/b]? Are there things that they can play with - something for a large age range (legos, magnatiles, wherever).

Just out on a movie (made for all ages like Minions, Encanto, whatever) works too.[/quote]

Maybe the friend could bring ANYTHING to help OP.  If the kids have ADD and too much energy lose interest quickly, there is no winning for OP - and surely these other parents know that (which is why the friend tends to have OP host).

OP, does the other family ever host, or bring any toys, games, activities, etc.? Not talking about brining sugar, of course (those kids kids need might need a better diet, for one).

You said they are SAHM's -  are you?  You want "friends" (even if it is just for the kids) to be on the same page as you.  You don't want to spend too much time on other children - you need your energy for your own children!  Example: look at the moms on their phones at the park, while their children are hurt or bothered by other kids - those kids aren't learning anything but that their parent could not GAF about them.  I am talking about the kids who approach other moms for help/assistance/engagement.  If that is not you, don't worry about it. [/quote]

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