Drop an emoji if you, too, feel like the Monday back from vacation is ROUGH! ??♀️ No makeup = thank goodness for masks and filters, hair wet = thank goodness for braids and curls. ? My kid’s teeth aren’t brushed and her hair is still in bed head mode (but with a bow because that’ll…
Author: katejennings
Vacation Screen Time
Wait, wait, y’all didn’t think this was a screen-free trip did you? Listen, I’m all about teachable moments and educational games and activities, but let me assure you that Peppa Pig has been on repeat on the iPad. And always loyal to her Disney princesses, Tangled has this one’s attention as I write this. Tablet…
Toddler Road Trip!
Our third toddler road trip saving grace is Water Wow! books from @melissaanddougtoys. You fill up the little pen with water (albeit this is difficult to do in the car. I suggest filling them pre-vacay or you’ll be stuck sucking water into a straw and dripping it in) and kiddos can color the pages and…
Road Trip Tips
Next up in my arsenal of tricks: sticker puzzle books. My Aunt Judy sent Bug a Paw Patrol sticker puzzle book for Easter, and she hasn’t put it down, so of course for this trip I hopped on Amazon and ordered five more. In this one she matches the shape to where it is supposed…
How to entertain a toddler on a 13 hour road trip? Variety.
How to entertain a toddler on a 13 hour road trip? Variety. Lots and lots of variety. And more entertainment means less tantrums. So here’s the first post in a series because the iPad excitement has finally worn off, and we have six hours to go. Cue in a mini-project from @themastinproject – big enough…
Baby Signs!
NATIONAL AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE DAY!! Hey, I’m Laura @mybaby.signs I share about sign language and how it can be a game changer for your baby / toddler’s early communication skills. I’m honored Kate reached out for today’s post! Toddler tantrums. Does anything make your hair crawl more?! Double tap if you’ve been there. In one…