Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Guest Post at Nicole Joelle ::: Tips and Activities to Keep You from Going Stir Crazy with a Toddler

Hello friends! I have something new for you today!

Yesterday I had the opportunity to be a guest writer over at Nicole Joelle Learning to Dwell {one of my favorites I shared with you recently!!!} and want you to check it out!

Here's a sneak peek of the post....

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In case you missed it...I'm living in Minnesota! Can you say Brrrr????

Not only that but I think I often feel like I'm going crazy as I'm cooped up in my house day after day just trying to stay warm...AND keep a very active toddler entertained. Well, actually, let's be honest, it's more work keeping mommy entertained than my toddler some days. Christian is easily entertained. 



4 Tips to Keep from Going Stir Crazy with a Toddler 

1. Get out of the house 
Visit the library 
Go to the zoo
Walk the mall and play at the mall play area
Play at the Children's Museum 
Go for a walk 
Play at the park (even with snow!)
Play outside
Visit a pet store and look at the animals 
Walk around a toy store 
Go to a Moms Group 
Attend a music class 
Attend classes at the library 
Join an ECFE class 

2. Plan one structured activity every day that you will be cooped up at home 
Fridays are our "Free Play Days". On these days, I try not to plan anything and we just play. We often stay in our jammies all day and we just play whatever Christian wants to play. I can do this one day a week, but not 5! So on the other days of the week I try to structure our days and build in activities. 

Click {here} to read the rest of this post and get some ideas to keep your toddler busy! 

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