We just had one of these. But t was a friend so I stayed and chatted. I will give you some info that I experianced.
I had to pay for my younger two (as they weren't invited or put down as the guest) and if they were caught in the party room (table and chairs) with the other kids eating food "friend" had to pay for the extra kids. So check out the rules of the play centre you go to.
How old is DS? I would do the 'dump & run' depending on the age - also dependant on how busy the centre is & how much you know & trust the birthday child's mother. Do you feel comfortable that she is going to have a general eye on the kids? Playcentres are sooooooooooo busy that sometimes you need to be an octopus to make sure everybody is doing ok - that comes back to an age thing though as well!
Also, I think it's absolutely fine to take DS2 along. I have done this before with Claudia & I just pay for her entry & get her 'own special party food' to enjoy. Like you said, if DH is working, there is no other option.
i think if it were me i would stay, because i only have DD as well, so i would just pay for her and let her play. but i know it would be harder if you have more kids. but i think as long as you pay for the other children it's generally not a problem. it might be an opportunity for you to get to know DS's friends mum if they're going to remain friends?
LOL @ your son being more excited that this party than his, it's so typical isn't it?
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thats what I would do
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