After staying indoors for over two years, it’s a lot easier to plan family bonding activities now that pandemic restrictions have loosened up. It’s still crucial to practice proper safety protocols and social distancing to keep our loved ones safe, but at least now, we aren’t limited to simply doing things at home.
As parents, it’s important to make family bonding a priority, because our children can thrive with healthy relationships they experience at home. Bonding deepens connections and bridges communication and generational gaps, translating in developed compassion, understanding, empathy, and love in our little ones.
Looking for ideas on how to initiate bonding activities for the family? Here are a few you can try:
Go on a road trip
For families with a lot more time to spare, going on a road trip can be a fun way to bring the family together.
1. Visit the zoo: Plan a day trip to sanctuaries like Yoki’s Farm, Clark Safari and Adventure Park, or Avilon Zoo for your little ones to interact with animals.
2. Head to the beach: Drive to nearby beaches in Batangas or Zambales for a weekend of fun under the sun.
3. Go hiking. Visit a hiking trail like Masungi Georeserve in Rizal for a fun adrenaline rush with the whole family.
4. Visit an amusement park. The country’s top amusement parks—Enchanted Kingdom and Star City—are now open to the public. Treat your family to a fun-filled afternoon of exhilarating rides, exciting prizes, and fun family shows and you’re bound to have stories that’d last a lifetime.
Wherever the road takes you, make sure to pack the essentials for your family to safely enjoy your destination. Pack some sunblock, insect repellant, and hand sanitizer in your bag and you’re good to go!
Family day out in the city
Sometimes, it’s also fun to appreciate city life. A family day out at the mall can be a fun activity for both parents and children alike, filled with delicious food, unique finds, and exciting sights.
5. Have brunch at your favorite spot: Start your day off with brunch at your little one’s favorite restaurant to start the day on the right note.
6. Go to the arcade: The arcade is a no-brainer for many parents whenever they’re at the mall. For an affordable price, they are able to treat their little ones to fun games and rides.
7. Visit the edamama Family Expo 2022 at the SMX Convention Center, Mall of Asia! While a trip to the toy store or department store can cap off your afternoon on a normal weekend, edamama has something in store for you and the family this August 26 to 28, 2022!
For the second straight year, edamama brings you the BIGGEST Family Day event filled with exclusive deals, exciting prizes, and a weekend filled with bonding activities at the edamama Family Expo 2022!
This is definitely an event you wouldn’t want to miss. What’s even better? Registration is FREE for all! All you have to do is sign up through https://bit.ly/familyexpo2022 and show up during the Family Expo. See you there! Life doesn’t come with a manual, it comes with a mother. We're here for you, Mama! At edamama, you get to Discover tips, stories, and all things motherhood, Explore opportunities for fun and learning, and Shop for your and your little bean’s essentials.
