Child’s first day at school tops poll of unforgettable family moments
As families gear up for the start of the new school term, mums are getting ready to say, “lights, camera, action”, as they hope to capture their little one’s milestone on film.
According to a survey of UK parents, the first day at school is amongst the top rites of passage mums look forward to their child experiencing. The landmark memory comes second only to birthdays in the poll of memorable family moments.
Although little ones have so much to look forward to in childhood, mums are already looking to the future as 34% of those surveyed admitted they were already looking forward to their child’s wedding day.
The research, which surveyed over 600 parent bloggers, also revealed that parents regret not filming more home videos during the early years. Around two out of five of those surveyed missed filming their child’s first word and first step. Parents also wished they could turn back time and relive everyday adventures such as their children playing dressing up and playing with siblings and friends.
When it comes to their own childhood experiences, many mothers wished their escapades could be shared with their children, despite some being embarrassing. Mums in the survey revealed the memories they would like to revisit include their school prom, first kiss and spending time with their grandparents. Some mothers even wished they had a chance to be a fly on the wall at their child’s birth.
The survey has been commissioned by Panasonic to mark the launch of their nationwide search for our favourite family home videos. Entrants simply have to find a short video they already have in the can or film a new one with family and friends for a chance to win a top of the range HD Camcorder.
For more information and to find out how to enter the competition visit: panasonic.co.uk/homemovies
Top 3 moments parents wished they had captured on film
1. Child’s first step
2. Child’s first word
3. Child’s first party with friends
Top 3 moments mums are looking forward to
1. Child’s birthday
2. Child’s first day at school
3. Child’s wedding
