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February 21, 2023 by: Marla

Morning Baskets for Preschoolers (3 & 4 Year Olds)

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Inside: Wondering how you can occupy your preschooler in the morning without TV? Today I’m sharing my favorite morning routine hack: morning baskets! We’ll use easy preschool unit themes to create morning baskets for preschoolers (ages 3 and 4). Morning Baskets are my favorite way to start the day with a preschooler.  If you’re new to the idea of using a morning basket, the post

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December 26, 2022 by: Marla

How to Make Life Easier with a Baby & Toddler 

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Inside: These life-changing tips will help you learn to manage your baby and toddler as a stay-at-home mom. Feeling overwhelmed? We’re about to turn things around, mama!  My phone buzzed at 5:45 AM with a text that read: “I knew having a baby and toddler would be hard, but I didn’t know it would be impossible!!”  In that moment, my heart felt heavy for my

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September 13, 2022 by: Marla

Daily Routine for a Toddler in the Winter

daily routine for a toddler in the winter

Inside: The days are long and it’s absolutely freezing! This time of year, you *need* a solid daily routine for your toddler in the winter. Today we’re sharing activities to do with toddlers at home in the winter plus how to structure your day and what to do when it’s cold out.  Taking little kids to play outside in the summer heat is a hard

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May 3, 2022 by: Marla

How to Make a Quiet Time Bin for a 3 Year Old

3 year old quiet time bin

Inside: Has your 3 year old stopped napping? I feel you, mama. Today I’ll show you how to establish a quiet time routine using a quiet time bin. These bins are life-changing. Who’s on the struggle bus with naptime today? Or just trying to get a minute or 10 to yourself? When your toddler refuses to nap, or you’re just unable to complete a simple

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January 31, 2022 by: Marla

How to Make a Toddler Morning Basket (+ Easy Ideas!)

Inside: Transform your morning routine with a toddler morning basket. The best part? You can use items you already have and make your morning easier at the same time! For all the times your toddler has asked for 816.23 things before 7 AM…  TODDLER MORNING BASKET to the rescue. It’s as easy as loading up a basket with 4-5 different things (you already have) that

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July 22, 2021 by: Marla

3 Year Old Bedtime Battles (And How to Stop Them)

3 year old bedtime battles

Inside: Suffering from endless 3 year old bedtime battles? You’re not alone! Learn practical strategies for taming toddler bedtime tantrums and teach your 3 year old to fall asleep on their own. Dealing with 3 year old bedtime battles? Mama, you’re not alone. The truth is, this behavior (while unbelievably frustrating) is totally normal.  If every night you dread putting your 3 year old to

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March 11, 2021 by: Marla

3 Year Old Meal Ideas & Feeding Schedule

3 year old meal ideas and feeding schedule

Inside: Looking for some easy 3 Year Old Meal Ideas? In this post I’m sharing what my 3 year old ate in a day, plus a simple feeding schedule to follow for less stressful mealtimes. If you’re in need of some healthy, practical, and most importantly – easy! – meal ideas for a 3 year old, you’re in the right place. Today I’m sharing what

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Welcome to Because I Said So, Baby, where we are sharing practical solutions for everyday momlife. Where you can find everything from simple baby-led weaning recipes to practical toddler parenting tips. So put those kids down for a nap, grab some coffee, and stay awhile!
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2 Year Old Sleep Schedule with 1 Nap or No Nap

Inside: Today I’m sharing my 2 year old sleep schedule with 1 nap or no nap. Confused about what time your 2 year old should be napping or even what to do if they won’t nap? In this post we’ll cover … [Read More...]

Toddler Meals

Easy Cheesy 3 Ingredient Baked Taquitos

Inside: This is hands-down one of my kids’ favorites meals. These 3 ingredient baked taquitos are quick to make, budget and freezer-friendly, plus they pack up great for lunchboxes the next … [Read More...]

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