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October 28, 2021 by: Marla

Best Open-Ended Toys for Toddlers (2023 Gift Guide)

best open-ended toys for toddlers | holiday gift guide

Inside: Get our recommendations for the best open-ended toys for toddlers. These toys are meant to grow with your child and encourage creative, independent play! No more “one and done” with these ideas. “I’m bored.”  “Mommy, play with me.” “There’s nothing to do.” How many times have you heard these phrases whined in your general direction while a playroom stocked with toys sat right behind

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December 21, 2020 by: Marla

Easy Hanukkah Activities for Toddlers

Inside: These simple Hanukkah Activities for Toddlers are the perfect way to keep your toddler busy and learning during the holiday season. For these activities, I partnered up with Jayme from the blog Teach, Talk, Inspire and the popular toddler activity Instagram account @teachtalkinspire. To see her version of these activities, make sure to hop over to her Instagram account. What are some good Hanukkah

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November 18, 2020 by: Marla

Holiday Resources for Moms of Toddlers & Preschoolers

Inside: These are my favorite holiday resources for making it through the holiday season with little ones. We’ve got turkeys to cook, presents to wrap, and 2684 other things on our to-do list this holiday season PLUS toddlers and little kids to care for. We just wear so many hats as moms, right? This holiday season I want to help make things a little easier

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November 12, 2019 by: Marla

DIY Christmas Cookie Play Dough Kit

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This easy DIY Christmas Cookie Play Dough Kit makes the perfect homemade gift this holiday season. Toddlers, preschoolers, and big kids will LOVE receiving their own holiday play dough set. It’s been a while since we’ve shared a DIY post around here. Mostly because we’ve been busy chatting about 2 year old’s not listening and what to do with said 2 year old all day.

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October 10, 2019 by: Marla

Best Holiday Gifts for Siblings to Share

Inside: These are the best holiday gifts for siblings to share. Wondering what to get your little ones this holiday season? Looking for presents toddlers and preschoolers can play with together? We’ve got you covered with these unique gift ideas that encourage sharing and playing together.  It was last Christmas.  My 3 year old tore through her gifts like she’d never see another toy in

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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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My Nightly Reset Routine as a Stay at Home Mom 

Inside: Learn simple strategies you can implement at night for a smoother morning. Having a nightly reset routine is a game-changer for moms! That moment when you wake up to a sink full of … [Read More...]

Toddler Meals

Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Busy School Mornings 

Inside: These make-ahead breakfasts are perfect for busy school mornings. These freezer-friendly ideas are some of my kids’ all-time weekday favorites! Back-to-school season is here and we are … [Read More...]

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