E and V have had a slight runny nose, here and there, for the last three years, however, this winter has brought runny nose upon runny nose. While E and…
TODDLER: EASTER 2023
I love putting together little Easter baskets for E and V as we move away from winter (fingers crossed) and onto warmer weather. Spring also just feels fresh--it feels more…
HOW OUR MONTESSORI FAMILY LOVES DISNEY: FINALLY A VISIT
Three years ago we planned a visit to Disney World, excited to share Epcot with E and V. But then the pandemic hit, and those plans, though so close, had…
DIY SUNSCREEN WIPES
Raise your hand if you or someone in your family dislikes the feel of sunscreen. Raising your hand if you find applying sunscreen to be a chore. Are both hands…
MONTESSORI TODDLER: DRESSING FRAMES AND SUCH
Are you familiar with the Montessori dressing frames? Dressing frames are a practical life activity that provides children with the opportunity to focus on a particular fastener, one at a…
WHY WE DON’T HAVE TWO OF EVERYTHING FOR OUR TWINS
With twins, it's often assumed that we purchase two of everything for our girls. This is not the case. While there are definitely items that require each of the girls…
THE MONTESSORI ENVIRONMENT–ALL OF IT
"The child should live in an environment of beauty" Dr. Maria Montessori We know that in Montessori, the child's environment should be inviting and one of beauty. It should have…
DIY SEQUIN SENSORY BOARD
I take E and V to the local library for a children's book reading group once a week. After songs and a book, they bring out some materials for group…
INFANT AND TODDLER–WHY WE DON’T HAVE BATH-TIME STRUGGLES
In short, we make bathtime a safe and enjoyable occasion. That being said, one could assume we had toys aplenty and just a grand ole time, but that is far…
TODDLER HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: 2022
The holidays are right around the corner and a new year is nearly upon us, although I'm not sure how as I swear we just celebrated the bringing in of…
