Clinical Psychologist David Coleman and celebrity mums Lorraine Keane and Vivienne Connolly have collaborated with HB Hazelbrook Farm to share their advice and experience in relation to the hugely popular Playdate, a phenomenon that is becoming increasingly important in the social development of children in Ireland. Parents can access a wealth of information on how to face the challenges that the Playdates present, including suggestions on how to prepare for a Playdate, how to entertain children during a Playdate as well as some healthy HB Hazelbrook Farm snack suggestions, including that old favourite, the Wafer Sandwich.
www.hbplaydates.ie also includes a forum where parents can share their own experiences of playdates as well as a user area where parents can contact each other to arrange playdates for their children.
HB Hazelbrook Farm is a great treat for healthy families and mums love the fact that it contains fresh milk. It’s becoming a fast favourite choice of snack for summer time Playdates.
David Coleman shares his insights into Playdates with parents: “It really helps when you know the parent of the child who is coming over for the date. That way you are more likely to be aware of their child’s fads, fussiness or importantly allergies. If you don’t know the other parent, then invite them to come with their child on the first date and to stay for a cup of tea, a scoop of HB ice-cream or both. Their presence will help their child to settle and will let you get to know their child better.”
Commenting at the HB Hazelbrook Farm Playdate Lorraine said: “It can be difficult to serve snacks at Play Dates that the children enjoy but that have some nutritional benefits. HB Hazelbrook Farm Ice cream is a great compromise – children love the delicious flavours and I love the fact that it contains fresh milk. It’s also a great treat for me as it’s surprisingly lower in fat than you might think, with less than 5g fat per serving.”
Vivienne revealed the favourite fun games for Playdates in the Dunne household: “Katie is a great fan of story time. She and her Play Mates all have their favourite books and they love looking at the pictures and making comments on the characters and their activities. Ben and his friends are football crazy and enjoy nothing more than spending time in the garden honing their ball skills. They love it when I join in and take great pleasure in “tackling”
Commenting on the website, Sarah Hogan, Brand Manager, HB ice cream added: “HB Hazelbrook Farm has been a firm favourite with families in Ireland since 1926 so it’s only natural that it’s a popular snack for Playdates. We are delighted to be launching www.hbplaydates.ie, a valuable resource for parents when it comes to tackling the challenges that Playdates present.”
