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July 12, 2008

Planning the Perfect Summer Sleepover!






It’s the start of summer and the kids are already complaining about being bored. Get your kids summer vacation season off right and host a “Summer Sleepover Party”. Sleepovers can be a lot of fun but can also be stressful if not well planned. Here are some suggestions to ensure a successful sleepover for your child and their friends:
1. Start with the guest list: choose a manageable number of kids. Typically between 4 and 6 kids will allow all to have a great time as well as limit potential conflicts. Have your son or daughter make her guest list and review the chosen guests with your child. A fun activity would be to have your child exercise their creativity and make the invitations, Parents: get the specifics: Before the party, get a list of food allergies, medications, dietary restrictions, bedtime routines, and a home and cell phone number of each guest’s parents. At the same time, let other parents know that you’ll be keeping a close eye on all the kids to ensure safety.
2. Get organized!: Kids will need: a sleeping bag, pillow, flashlight, p.j.’s (and a spare), clothes for the next day, toothbrush/toothpaste, hairbrush, favorite stuffed animal (for younger kids), and a favorite CD to add to the mix being played throughout the party. Celebrate this fun and festive occasion with an adorable sleeping bag from Cricketzzz: http://www.cuddleskidsbedding.com/sleepingbags.htmlDefining the sleeping space and creating house rules to share with the guests will help to reduce stress for all involved. Plan something special for siblings who may feel left out.
3. Plan the activities: Choose a theme or create activities such as watching scary movies (for older kids/teens), arts and crafts theme where the guests can decorating blank pillow cases, scrap booking or playing board games. Create a festive menu such as “make your own personal pizza“, grilled cheese sandwiches, veggie sticks and of course, lots of fresh homemade popcorn.
Keep it simple. Lots of Board Games and Healthy Party Foods.. And best of all, involve your child in the planning process. Your child will love helping out as well as all the memories that will be created.
Cuddleskidsbedding.com is an excellent source to purchase the amazing Cricketzzz sleeping bags for your next sleepover!

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