Baby Loves Disco

I had seen several ads for Baby Loves Disco in local parenting magazines and even some postcards, I think, at the pediatrician's office. Essentially, they take a regular nightclub and schedule a party for parents and their young kids. There are approximately 30 locations nationwide and several international ones.

The first thing that struck me was that it was a pretty ingenious idea in times of recession to generate additional revenues for a nightclub during hours it usually only generates expenses. But let me put that marketing nonsense aside.

We went to the last party in Ft. Lauderdale and really enjoyed it! Although the cover seemed a little excessive at first ($15 "per walking human"), I quickly realized that those 45 bucks were well worth it, considering there is food, great music and some quality time with adult friends that as we know is so priceless but often forgotten. There are different areas with activities that incorporate music instruments, art, toys and of course, the dance floor. The snacks are included. They have juice and milk, and some healthy options such as fruit salad. You can also buy beer and other adult beverages.

As expected, they had other businesses there that were targeting parents with young children, but it was not annoying at all and it was actually great to get some samples, like organic prepared food, which came in very handy.

I must warn you, though, THAT SOME KIDS WERE NOT HAVING AS GOOD A TIME AS MY DAUGHTER DID. SOME WERE ASLEEP, OR NOT REALLY INTO IT. YOU KNOW YOUR KIDS BETTER THAN ANYONE ELSE, SO YOU SHOULD THINK ABOUT WHETHER THEY'LL BE INTO THE LOUD MUSIC, ETC.

IN OUR CASE, EMILY LOVES TO DANCE AND HAD A GREAT TIME -- but I think we had even more fun breaking the routine and having a couple of beers with friends. Definitely go with friends. (please drink responsibly!)

We're definitely going back on Feb 28.

Check out their website for a location near you! http://www.babylovesdico.com/