Gentle parenting strategies for coping with toddler tantrums 

Gentle parenting strategies for coping with toddler tantrums 

You may have noticed at around 18 months, your toddler developed some BIG behaviours. Toddlers crave independence in their little lives but they still need a lot of help! This leads to confusing emotions. Emotions they don’t yet understand, can’t cope with and don’t know how to verbalise. Phew! Basically these big emotions are behind those big behaviours and toddler tantrums, or as I prefer to think of them – meltdowns! If you are going through this phase right now then keep reading to learn my tried and tested gentle parenting strategies for coping with toddler tantrums. 

Bonfire Night nursery rhymes to sing with babies and toddlers

Bonfire Night nursery rhymes to sing with babies and toddlers

Are you ready to celebrate Bonfire Night? You can create some new family traditions by adding bonfire night nursery rhymes to your celebrations. Nursery rhymes are perfect for exploring sounds with your child in a fun and relaxed way. They also help teach your little ones the new vocabulary associated with this exciting holiday. So have fun learning my Bonfire Night themed nursery rhymes to sing with babies and toddlers this November.

Easy to make scented playdough recipe

Easy to make scented playdough recipe

Playdough is always a big hit with young children. This versatile play material gives kids the freedom to create while they explore exciting textures and new skills. You can take your playdough to the next level by adding in scent! This will make your playdough setup even more stimulating for babies and toddlers. It’s a great way to add new elements to messy play too! You can teach your toddler practical life skills by making the playdough together. So what are you waiting for? Get my easy to make scented playdough recipe now!

How to celebrate Halloween with babies and toddlers

How to celebrate Halloween with babies and toddlers

Looking for something family friendly to enjoy with your family this Halloween? I have ten fang-tastically fun filled activities that are perfect for babies and toddlers. Halloween is another special time of year that offers us a chance to celebrate, socialise and let our hair down. I have jam packed this blog post with activities to suit everyone so keep scrolling to discover the best ways to celebrate Halloween with babies and toddlers!

How to make spooky salt dough Halloween decorations with your toddler

How to make spooky salt dough Halloween decorations with your toddler

Are you ready for Halloween? These salt dough ornaments are the perfect decoration. They are made even more special by the fact that they will last for years to come! Babies and toddlers love sensory play. Squashing, squishing, rolling and cutting dough is a brilliant sensory play option. So grab your aprons and let’s get crafty! Keep reading for instructions on how to make spooky salt dough Halloween decorations with your toddler.

Biscuit Decorating: An easy to set up baking activity for toddlers

Biscuit Decorating: An easy to set up baking activity for toddlers

If you are looking for a super simple baking activity to enjoy with your toddler this is it. Baking may seem daunting but it doesn’t have to be! Why not take a few shortcuts and make life easier for yourself while still giving your toddler an exciting baking experience? This Biscuit Decorating activity is the perfect solution. Keep reading to find out what you need, grab my bright icing recipe and even get your hands on my FREE Time to Bake Activity Bundle!

Ten Great British Bake Off activities for toddlers

Ten Great British Bake Off activities for toddlers

The Great British Bake Off is back on TV and I am super excited for all the delicious Autumn bakes I can make with my toddler this year. It’s never too early to start teaching your children practical life skills and baking is definitely one them! Baking with a toddler might seem daunting but it doesn’t have to be! Why not start introducing the key skills and vocabulary through play? You can start right now with my ten Great British Bake Off activities for toddlers.

Five top tips for coping with toddler tantrums 

Five top tips for coping with toddler tantrums 

Toddler tantrums are a big deal. Especially when you are living with them day in and day out. Toddlers are little people just discovering their independence and they need the time and space to learn how to communicate big feelings. The trouble is that the way they often express themselves in screaming, crying, whining and grabbing tends to bring out big feelings in parents too! Keep reading to get my five top tips for coping with toddler tantrums.

How to make a Halloween ghost out of a cardboard tube

How to make a Halloween ghost out of a cardboard tube

Arts and crafts are always on the list when it comes to toddlers. These cardboard tube ghosts are super easy to make and as an added bonus you will recycle rubbish into a beautiful Halloween decoration! Win win! There are two versions to choose from, one is painted and the other is assembled from a few bits and pieces. Keep reading for all the details on how to make a Halloween ghost out of a cardboard tube.

How to make a Spooky Spaghetti & Pumpkin Pie messy play tray

How to make a Spooky Spaghetti & Pumpkin Pie messy play tray

Are you ready for some Halloween messy play? This fang-tastically fun filled activity is perfect for babies and toddlers. Halloween is another special time of year that offers us a chance to celebrate. Being a parent doesn’t mean you have to miss out! Introduce the idea of Halloween to your little one in fun and family friendly activities like this one. My Spooky Spaghetti & Pumpkin Pie messy play tray! Keep reading for all the details.