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Play Dates Offer Parents Free Time
Using Play Dates to Create Regular Pockets of Free Time

By Jennifer Wolf, About.com

As a single parent, it's extremely important that you find time for yourself. One quick and easy way to do this is to swap play dates with another parent. There are many reasons why it's a good idea to swap play dates. And, fortunately, getting started is easy. Surprisingly, what may be most challenging is choosing how to use your free time. However, with practice, this will become a natural and welcome habit. For maximum benefits, try to swap play dates at least once a month.
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