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August 21, 2020 by: Marla

Quick 2 Year Old Breakfast Ideas

2 year old breakfast ideas

Inside: Need some quick 2 year old breakfast ideas? This list includes make-ahead, freezer-friendly options to help you get a quick and nutritious breakfast on the table for your toddler. Looking for some make-ahead 2 year old breakfast ideas? The ideas listed below are all: Make-ahead Freezer-friendly Perfect for meal prep Toddler-friendly Easy to customize! When should my 2 year old eat breakfast? The answer

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October 29, 2019 by: Marla

2 Year Old Not Listening? Try This.

Inside: Is your 2 year old not listening? The good news is: this is totally normal! With this simple parenting trick in your back-pocket you can gain more cooperation and better listening from your toddler.  Three things that should NEVER be in the same sentence together: Squirmy, manic toddler Starbucks bathroom Very special unicorn lovey There’s a story here. Can you tell? I know what

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September 12, 2019 by: Marla

My 2 Year Old’s Daily Routine

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Inside: Find out the latest tips and ideas for how to structure your 2 Year Old’s Daily Routine.  It goes a little something like this: your sweet baby turns 1, starts walking and becomes more interested in life. Enter your 1 year old’s daily routine.  Then suddenly your wobbly one year old is a more confident (but still undeniably sweet) 18 month old. They’ve likely

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February 9, 2019 by: Marla

5 Easy Ways to Improve Your Toddler’s Expressive Language

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Inside: Learn the 5 easiest ways to improve your toddler’s expressive language. These expressive language activities are perfect for little ones who need an extra boost developing their speech & language skills. There I was, standing in line at the grocery store, praying no one would talk to me (leggings, mom bun, no makeup, you get it). But when you shop with small children you

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January 8, 2018 by: Marla

When Your Toddler Won’t Nap: Battles Fought & Lessons Learned

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This post, When Your Toddler Won’t Nap: Battles Fought & Lessons Learned, is sponsored by tired, burned out parents everywhere. But really. If you’re reading this then let me just be the first to give you a virtual hug. Cause let’s be honest, we both need it. A wise mom-friend of mine once gave me very eye-opening advice about being the mom of a toddler. On

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July 10, 2017 by: Marla

The Ultimate Guide to Potty Training Your 2 Year Old

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Inside: Learn everything you need to know to potty train your 2 year old (girl or boy). From getting started to troubleshooting, plus best potty training products, and everything in between – we’ve got you covered. Potty Training. The two dreaded words of toddler parents everywhere. Although truthfully, for me, “sleep regression” tops the list of two-most-dreaded-words 🙂 While every stage in your child’s life

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January 12, 2017 by: Marla

How to Survive a No Good, Very Bad Day (With a Toddler)

what to do with a toddler who wakes up too early | This is the ultimate survival guide for a bad day with a toddler. A must-read for all parents! Don't lose your cool - try these tricks instead! | stress-free preschool morning routine

Ever have just a plain old bad day with your toddler? I’d be lying if I said I didn’t have my fair share. I think it’s safe to say it comes with the territory of being a toddler mom. Hopefully these tips can help you survive, and turn that bad day around.  Let me start off by saying: I do not have all the answers.

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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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How to Make Life Easier with a Baby & Toddler 

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 … [Read More...]

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My Go-To Family Dinner Ideas (Baby through Big Kids)

Inside: These are my go-to family dinner ideas that are on repeat in our house! No need to reinvent the wheel when it comes to making dinner. These meals are loved by my baby through my big … [Read More...]

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