Shopping With Kids : A Pleasurable Experience

Yeah! It is true that shopping with kids can be a pleasurable experience - or it can be a consummate tragedy. Going shopping with children frequently is highly stressful. In fact, we as a parent never keep in mind the simple tips while shopping with kids. Before you go out shopping, get some things in place. Explain to your children how you expect them to behave at the mall or store. If you don't want them to ask you for a particular item, make it clear even before reaching the store. You may even want to do a little rehearsal at home of how you are going to go about the shopping.

Here are a few tips on how to make shopping with kids a fun activity. Be aware of your children's schedule and needs before you take off shopping. For example, don't take a toddler to a busy store during nap-time or a hungry teenager for a "quick" trip to the grocery store. And, moms shouldn't forget their own needs. Moms who haven't gotten a full night's sleep or eaten breakfast might not have enough emotional energy to handle a screaming toddler or easily irritated teen.

Let your children know what they can expect from you in return for good behavior - perhaps a snack or a small outing. You could also promise a small treat if your children stick to the rules laid down by you. I think it is one of the best solutions to survive shopping with small kids.

Dear Parents, you kids or children do not know the supermarket strategies. Just remember one thing here! They are just children and will make mistakes from time to time. Do not be unduly unkind, cruel or uncivil to them.