When trying to keep an active baby busy, 47% of dads put baby in an activity center, while 66% turn on a DVD
, and a full 62% of parents try their child’s favorite toy. Encouraging their baby to nap does not rank high as a preferred method of busy parents, with just 32% resorting to it.When it comes to annoyances, 73% of moms and only 30% of dads say the most annoying thing about play dates with other parents’ kids is when the other child misbehaves and his/her parent does nothing. Meanwhile, 44% of dads dislike when other parents brag about how brilliant their children are (only 16% of moms), and nearly a quarter of dads (23%) find it tasteless when parents brag about what a good parent they are (compared with a mere 6% of moms).
When it comes to how much they worry about their baby meeting the proper developmental milestones, 64% of moms describe themselves as “calm, cool and collected,” compared with 43% of dads. But watch out, Dads are more inclined to describe themselves as neurotic (12%), when compared to 1% of moms.
51% of parents surveyed said their child’s developmental progress was “above the average baby.” How do parents gauge their child’s development? 65% consult with their pediatrician, while 45% turn to books and/or the Internet, and 41% say they compare their kids to others the same age. When it comes to intelligence, 56% of moms think their baby takes after them – and 52% of dads agree.
Evenflo is conducting its surveys to gauge the feelings of today’s moms and dads around everyday parenting dilemmas. The surveys are part of the “The Savvy Parents Guide” from Evenflo, an online destination aimed at providing education, resources and a sense of community for parents in the know.
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