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03rd Apr 2017

99 problems but an itch ain’t one? Now there’s a chicken pox park

Alison Bough

Calls for chickenpox vaccine to be made available for all children in Ireland

So many parents just want to get chicken pox done and out of the way and now there’s a park for that…

We’re in prime pox season right now folks. If you’re a mama who wants the dreaded illness out of the way then you may have already considered attending a pox party.

Now, a group in the UK have taken the pox party idea to a whole new level. Chicken Pox Park is a free playground attraction designed for parents who want their kids to socialise with others who are already infected.

The outdoor meet-up spot (excuse the pun) is suitable for children aged between 0-12 and comes with the tagline “the place where spots and speckles are always welcome.” The park, located in the English maritime city of Portsmouth, also boasts an interactive learning centre where kids can catch up on their schoolwork if they’ve been missing out because of the contagious disease.

The spotty meet-up’s organisers say it’s a judgement-free zone for parents:

“If you want your child to catch the pox at time to suit you and your family schedule, then this state-of-the-art adventure park is sure to have your child stricken with chicken in under an hour.  Complete with already infected children, slides, ball pits and pox parties, who would have thought that the spots could be so much fun?

If your kids have already got a dose of the dots, then come and meet like-minded parents to share tops tips, learn about the latest remedies and simply get out of the house. On arrival every visitor is gifted a pair of silky soft mittens and introduced to other parents. Avoid the judging glares when you take your spotty children out in public at a park where everyone has opted in.”

What do you think mamas? Would you party in a poxy park?

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