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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I hate playdates.  I hate that when we get an invite, we are then expected to reciprocate.  I hate the invites where I'm expected to go and talk to the other mom for 2 hours.  We both work, and we have a busy weeknight schedule with multiple kids' activities. We are also away 75% of the weekends for sports or family travel to do things we all enjoy, like skiing, hiking, or at the lake or beach.  I know my kids, one in particular, needs to socialize, but the playdate stuff is one of my least favorite parts of parenting.  [/quote]

Absolutely. Play dates are a part of the modern day micromanaging of children that’s plaguing parenting culture. It is just too much and not needed 9/10 times. Do it when you can, or don’t - the kids will be fine. Truly, just focus on what is best for you and your family.[/quote]

Surely you understand that most families do not spend 75% of their weekends traveling. These moms just want to amuse their kids and might even be hoping to make some friends for themselves in the process. I know you're all so very busy and jave such packed schedules but this is just supposed to be an easy way to build friendships for both moms and kids.[/quote]

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