Introduction

Baseball is America’s favorite past-time and every kid wants to have a game of baseball with their dad. Handy believes that encouraging your child to play a sport like a baseball is a great way to make them healthy and active. It is also a fun way to create a deep and lasting bond between you and your son.

Tips and Tricks

Here are some tips to plan a day out to the ball game -

1. Keep them hydrated - Playing out in the sun for a long period of time an easily dehydrate the body of a young child. So, you have to make sure that your kids stay well hydrated throughout the duration of the game. Of course, you have to stay hydrated as well because if you get sick, there will be nobody to take care of your children.

Bring plenty of bottled water with you so that you don’t run out of water mid-day. If the stadiums don’t allow water bottles from outside, buy a few from the shops inside.

2. Teach them about safety - Before you bring your children to a crowded venue like a stadium, you have to make sure they understand all the rules of safety. Teach them not to talk or roam with strangers as they could pose a danger to them. Also, remind them not to accept any gifts or other items unless it is under your supervision and know the person beforehand.

Try not to scare them as it will dull the mood. Instead, inform them in a logical manner. Also, make sure you don’t lose their sight at any moment and that they are always close by.

3. Use sunscreen to protect your skin - The harmful ultraviolet rays of the sun can burn your skin if you are exposed to them for a long time. When you are playing a game of baseball, it is impossible to avoid sun rays. Thus, the best solution is to use a sunscreen to protect your screen. Apply a sunscreen of SPF 50 or above on all the exposed areas of your child’s body, at least 30 minutes before going out. Avoid direct sunlight between 10am-2pm when the heat of the sun is at its strongest.

4. Prepare properly - Make sure to bring a couple of blankets or towels so that you and your kids can sit on them comfortably. Bringing a bag full of books, magazines, puzzle items, etc., can be a good way to kill your time during a particularly long inning. Research about the rules and policies of the stadium you are visiting beforehand so that nothing can surprise you or cause you unnecessary trouble.

Conclusion

According to Handy, the best time of the year to plan for a ball game is during the Spring as the temperature will neither be too hot or too cold to go out. No matter what happens, cheer for your child and motivate them to hit hard. It will also help to raise the spirit of the team and help them to perform at their best even when the game stretches out for a long time.