Today we’re talking all about building emotional intelligence in toddlers and young kids. These activities are ways to spend time with your kids in a way that boosts their EI as they become more familiar and comfortable with their emotions and the emotions of others. Did you know there is something twice as important as …
Why Your Toddler Says “No” and How to Respond
Today we’re talking all about the toddler defiant “No!” phase and how to respond. This post was originally published back in 2017. The No Phase Last month it was like Lincoln fully embraced turning two and immediately switched into defiant toddler mode. One day he was agreeable, easily persuaded, and happy to go with the …
Easy Easter Traditions for Toddlers
This post is all about easy Easter traditions for toddlers. I’m updating it with a few more ideas. Originally published April 2017. Happy Easter weekend! Growing up, Easter was always such a special holiday and, while my kids are still too young to latch onto traditions, I’ve been savoring talking to Lincoln about why …
6-9 months baby feeding schedule and sample menu
Today I’m sharing a 6-9 month sample baby feeding schedule and menu ideas. Grab the free printable download to have on hand (put it on the fridge, screen shot it for your phone, whatever you want). Also, check out the 9-12 month feeding schedule here. Keeping a baby alive is hard enough without having to …
Our Favorite Audiobooks for Kids and Tips for Listening
The most frequent question I’ve gotten in the last few weeks is what audiobooks I use for Lincoln and Adelaide and with so many kids at home, this is such a great time to start audiobooks! We’ve used audiobooks for kids daily for the last few years and have relied on them even more during …
How to host a virtual playdate: 6 Ideas and things to do
How are you doing at home with little ones after a full week? How are the kids doing? We have moved up to New Hampshire to be at my parents and are loving the additional space and grandparent time…. but missing the routine of preschool and friends. It certainly has helped me realize that what …