TODDLER
-
Bamboo Pajamas: Are They Really Worth The Hype?
I know we have all seen them everywhere, the bamboo pajamas that it seems like all kids are wearing now. When I first became a mom I thought there was no way I would ever spend $30+ on a set of pajamas but once I started seeing talks of how long they fit and the quality lasting so long I thought it was worth a shot. Today Im going to tell you my thoughts on some of the top brands we have probably all heard of. Lets start with the brand I first came across, Little Sleepies Little Sleepies Little Sleepies sells a variety of bamboo products from hats and…
-
4 Nutrient Packed Smoothie Recipes Your Toddlers Will Love
Smoothie recipes for my toddler have quickly became a staple in our daily routine. As most mamas know, toddlers become extremely picky, it’s just in their nature. Today I have our top 4 smoothie recipes that I give my son daily as a snack to boost nutrition that he thinks is a sweet treat. Key Ingredients to Have: First, here’s an idea of things I keep on hand to make his smoothies If you are in a hurry and need something quick, the Serenity Kids smoothie pouches are such a good staple to have in your house. I keep ours in the fridge but you don’t have to they are…
-
5 Great St. Patricks Day Activities For Toddlers
How can it even be March already, yet almost the middle of March?! Since St. Patricks day is this week I wanted to share all of the activities we will be doing this week to celebrate the holiday. Every holiday is a reason to have fun, try these educational activities with your babies too! As always, links below are affiliate links, I make a small commission off of any purchases and its hugely appreciated. St. Patricks Day Craft Ideas Crafts are always an easy fun way to spend time with your toddler, lets start there. Coffee Filter Rainbows: A classic activity that I even remember doing as a child. Help…
-
Fostering Independence in the Early Years to Make Confident Children
Building confidence starts as soon as your child is born. The more independence you give your children the more confident they feel which will boost their overall self esteem. Building Independence is toddlers truly begins with how much control we are willing to let go of as parents. We are meant to guide our children not have complete control over them and their daily moves. Independence with our littles I know can feel almost sad sometimes as they are getting older and time moves so fast. As much as it does sometime hurt to see it is so important for setting them up in life. Today I want to talk…
-
Early Pre-K at Home: How To Teach Toddlers
Toddler development quickly became my top priority with being a stay at home mom and today I want to tell you all of the ways I have found to incorporate early Pre-K education into our lives. All of these ideas can be adjusted to where your toddler is at and what works in your home. We started slowly adding these things in from the time my son turned one. *Links below are affiliate links, I make a small commission off of all qualifying purchases* I have broken the article into two categories with four sub categories each to better suit your child and family. Play Involved Early Pre-K Learning Play…
-
Sensory Play: the Ultimate Guide for Toddlers
Sensory play has quickly become not only my favorite time of the day but my toddlers as well. If you haven’t already read my first sensory article for babies and young toddlers check that out here. Today I’m going to go through some of our most used and most loved sensory play ideas that are not only fun and educational but cost effective. The best cost effective tip I can give, buy sensory items that are useable through multiple activities. As you will see below I have the items you will need in a list with each activity, lots are used two or even three times. Let’s start out with…
-
10 Popular Items For Early Toddlerhood
This week is going to be a good one because favorites lists are one of the most exciting things to write about. Today I have 10 of our most used and loved items for early toddlerhood. My son is about to turn two and really be hitting his peak toddler year so I’m glad I have come up with this list to make it as fun as possible. Obviously you don’t NEED any of this, our babies will be perfectly happy and healthy with our love, food, shelter and clothing but these things are great add ons to life when we can have them. Let’s jump right into it starting…
-
Guide To Toddler Snacking: Snacks They Love With Out The Added Sugar
When my son was first born I never understood the importance of some good snacks, now that we are reaching peak toddlerhood I totally get it. Our littles love some snacks, but how can we give them things they will love with out loads of added sugar? Today I will share with you all the store bought and homemade toddler snacks that my little almost 2 year old LOVES. Lets start with store bought goodies I have found. Finding store bought treats without sugar is actually really hard so check out these options. Store Bought Snacks Cerebelly: They make granola bars that are free from added sugars but also loaded…
-
5 Daily Activities For Skill Building and Child Development
Today we are going to be talking all about my absolute favorite topic as a mother, child development. When I realized I was going to be a stay at home mother I quickly fell in love with child development and learning activities. I spent months while pregnant researching and still find myself doing more research as he gets older. I have put together a list of all of the basics when it comes to interaction with your child, so lets get into this. Reading Reading to our children is SO important. I believe this is stressed from most people pretty much as soon as your child is born. Not only…
-
Valentines Day Fun with Toddlers
Valentines Day can be so fun but it’s also one of those like in between weird holidays, especially for kids. Today I have ideas of fun ways to enjoy Valentines Day with your little ones. Finger Painting / Bag Painting I have talked about this activity before and it’s one of our favorites, we do this every holiday. We are still doing bag painting, so I drop some paint all over a piece of construction paper and slide it into a bag, then my son will move the paint around with his hands without it getting all over. Take it back out of the bag, let dry and cut into…