S2E10: Kids Parties and Kids at Parties with Instafather Andy

Nov 1

Episode 10 is all about the kids. We spent some time chatting with Andy Shaw of Instafather about hosting kids parties, hosting a kid at an adult party, bringing kids to parties and more. In this episode, there are a lot of great little tips for navigating the waters with little ones, whether they are yours or not.

Show Notes:

Meet Andy Shaw
- How Chrystina + Andy met
- Andy's Day Job + His improv comedy
Kid smoothie recipes (we got a little side tracked)
Jess’ questions from a parents perspective
- Bounce House, Actors & Extras vs old fashioned playtime
- Don’t set your kid up for failure
- Thoughts on Nap times
- Gift Opening at parties
- Buying gifts for kids
- Throwing parties at facilities vs home
- Thoughts on decorations
- Food, dietary restrictions and more
- When do parents stop coming?
Chrystina’s questions from a non-parent perspective
- How long are kids parties?
- Making small talk with children
- Getting comfortable with inviting kids to your home
- Is babyproofing necessary?
- Andy’s Guest Post on Chrystina’s Blog
- Snacks for kids to have on hand
- Portable folding highchair
- New Mom's Guide to New Dads
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