Girls love sleep over parties, and why not? They are a lot of fun! Here is how you can help your teen have an entertaining sleepover party with her friends.
Difficulty: Average
Time Required: 4 weeks
Here's How:
- Follow all of the rules that you would set for any type of teen party.
- When your teen sends out the invitations for her sleepover party be sure to include on it what your guest will need to bring, such as: pillow, sleeping bag, flashlight, etc. She can even ask her guests to come in their pajamas.
- Hold the sleepover in a large area of the house, like your family room. Be sure to put clean up items in the room with the girls and let them know where it is if they need it.
- Many spa type activities are wonderful for teen sleepover parties. Face mask packs, nail polish and hair clips are among the things you could provide for a party goodie bag. Give it in the beginning of the party so it doubles for activities.
- Girly and chick-flick type movies are needed for a teen sleepover. Popcorn is also a must.
- Offer an exotic drink that the teens can make, like smoothies. Add some fruit garnish and a drink umbrella to give it a sophisticated feel.
- Allow the girls to talk all night if they want, but set your quiet hour so that the rest of the house can get some rest. You’ll want to be on the lookout for teen boy party crashers too. Set your alarm so that you can get up and check things out every once in awhile.
- Provide a break bar with fruit and bagels in the morning where the girls can get things to eat. Teen girls who are tired and who will be getting ready for their day will not want to sit down and eat a big breakfast.
Tips:
- All girl sleepover parties tend to take their own pace and parents do not need to hover as much as when your teen is throwing a co-ed party. But do pop in every once in awhile and count heads to be sure everyone is still present.
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