Lessons to Share with Sleepaway Camp Moms

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Lessons to Share with Sleepaway Camp Moms

By | 2017-11-28T17:46:06-05:00 June 24th, 2015|Lifestyle|

In the next few days, thousands of parents will be sending their children ages 8+ to sleepaway camps around the country. Yep, I am one of those moms! I feel like I’ve been packing for months, and yet there is still somehow more to buy.

Once you fall in the trap of sleepaway camp, you start to play #Jewish geography, and the next thing you know, #Caribbeanvacations, #sleepovers, and the #drama begins.  Consider it all a warm-up for college!

As a kid, I always dreamed I’d live in New York City. But I certainly never thought I’d raise kids here. Heck, I never thought about kids! And yet my baby boy is off for his second summer in a row to my sleepaway camp alma mater, Camp Pontiac, and I couldn’t be any more excited for him. Making time to get away from the hectic NYC lifestyle has become a necessity for our individual and family health.

For those of you who are a first-timer sending your son or daughter away, whether it’s for a few weeks or more, be sure to remember to relax and breathe! Find a way to conceal your tears. Send your kids off to camp or travel on a positive note–show them that you are genuinely excited for them. Make that eye contact with them days prior and snuggle them up good. It goes a long way! Send letters (in advance) now, so your kid will have one waiting when he or she arrives! (This is my big secret I love to share with moms everywhere.) And remember, hide those tears!

In just a few weeks you’ll get to see them on visiting day, as all the parents run with coolers filled with sweets from Treat House, Baked by Melissa, and tasty favorites from local bagel stores and restaurants.

On my “To Bring” list for Visiting Day 2015

Here’s to a fabulous, healthy #Summer2015! I wish all of your kids a happy and safe summer! It’s their time to be s kid, build character, and create life long friendships.

To my boy Coop–#coopdognyc

See you full time again in just 7 weeks, when you return home with your dirty clothes, a few pairs of other kids underwear, your left sneaker missing, your favorite sweatshirt ruined and a million jokes that I am only privileged to hear when you feel it’s necessary.

I look forward to hugging you and hearing your laugh again real soon!

If you want to become a Camp Specialist, click HERE to apply or call 1-800-443-6428. Currently looking for reps in the following areas: Scarsdale, NYC, Philadelphia, and Maryland.

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About the Author:

Shannon Russo-Pollack (SHA) is the Founder of DASHA® and powerhouse behind the DASHA brand. SHA strategically works with medical, wellness and lifestyle professionals who have a like minded philosophy of total body health and well-being. Using her entrepreneur skills, healthy lifestyle and passion for fitness to inspire others.