I've done a few mummy and toddler get togethers, usually in a group of four or five, where the LOs have busied themselves with the toys belonging to the hapless child whose mother has invited her friends round for a natter! But DD has asked if one of her friends from pre-school can come to play, just the two of them. I don't know the parents very well other than from a quick 'excuse me' in the doorway of the pre-school, but they weren't surprised to be asked about a playdate, so so far so good. I'm assuming that a pot of coffee and a biscuit will keep mum happy, but what about the little ones? Should I leave them to get on with it - jigsaws, games, playdough, run around the garden etc, or do people usually plan an activity? Some kind of craft thing, painting, making fairy cakes?!! I would feel bad about making no effort at all, but it feels odd to plan the day to the minute. Any more experienced mums and dads out there who can advise a novice?
Thank you!