Ugh, I'm a hoverer. I so wanted to be a "Bookworm Mom" or even a "Peter Pan Dad." Hell, I'd take "Executive Dad" at this point -- because anything is better than being a hoverer.
But if I was honest with myself ... yeah, that's me -- my hands ever-ready to right the slightest fall and protect delicate knees and spinal columns. ("Good god, kid, not the slide!")
In what has to be the greatest socio-recreational study of the parent-playground dynamic ever, our very own Pierre "Metro Dad" Kim offers a window into "The Eight Types of Playground Parents."
From the Crazy PTA Mom to Hipster Dad to Coach Dad, Pierre has seen them all while trying out parks throughout New York and he nails them to a T. And you'll definitely recognize them -- no matter where you are. (In fact, fellow Babbler Stefania "City Mama" Pomponi-Butler offers a look at even more.)
Take a look and find out what kind of parent you are.
