Valentine’s Day isn’t just about candy and cards! It’s a perfect opportunity for fun activities for toddlers that strengthen their motor skills, sensory development, and emotional connection with you. Here are some simple, fun, and developmentally supportive ways to celebrate love while helping your toddler grow. Sensory Heart Bin Why it’s great: Encourages tactile exploration,...
Mealtime with a toddler can feel like a constant challenge, one day they love a food, the next day they refuse to eat it! If picky eating is turning meals into a battle, you’re not alone! Many toddlers go through phases of food refusal, but with a little help, you can reduce stress and encourage...
As parents, we often juggle endless to-do lists, striving to create enriching experiences for our kids. But what if the best opportunities for learning and growth were already built into your daily routine? From mealtime to bath time, every moment offers a chance to support your child’s sensory, motor, and cognitive development—all while keeping it...
The New Year brings a fresh start, and it’s the perfect time to reset routines, especially toddler sleep routines. After the holiday season, when schedules are often thrown off by travel, gatherings, and late nights, toddlers and infants may need some extra help returning to a consistent sleep routine. Establishing healthy sleep habits is not...
As we welcome a new year, it’s the perfect time to focus on growth, not just in goals for ourselves, but in supporting our toddler’s developmental milestones. Every child grows at their own pace, but with intentional sensory and motor activities, we can provide the right environment for their skills to flourish. Let’s break down...
This past month we’ve been talking a lot about the holidays and providing sensory-friendly activities and gifts for toddlers and babies. This week, I want to switch gears and dive into the stress that the holidays can bring, and not just for adults, but for smaller children as well. Just like adults, children can experience...
The holidays are a time for making memories, but for some kiddos, the season’s festive activities can quickly become overwhelming. The bright lights, new textures, loud sounds, and busy schedules can all contribute to overstimulation. With a few thoughtful adjustments, you can still enjoy the magic of the holidays with your toddler while making it...
The holiday season is here, and the hunt for the perfect toddler gift is on! If your toddler has sensory sensitivities, you know how hard it can be to find toys that are both fun and supportive. But when you find that perfect toy, something that helps their development and fits their sensory needs, it...
Thanksgiving is here, and while you’re busy cooking, cleaning, or setting up for guests, keeping your toddler entertained can feel like a challenge! Between managing a to-do list and tending to a child who may be craving your attention, the day can feel overwhelming. For your toddler, the excitement, unfamiliar routines, and bustling activity might...
Finding activities to keep toddlers and preschoolers engaged for more than a few minutes can be challenging. Fall leaves are a perfect sensory-friendly tool to spark a love of nature while building essential skills! Using the colorful leaves around us, you can help your little one explore the outdoors, develop sensory awareness, and enjoy hands-on...
