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    Wish List for Mackenzie: Holiday Edition 2022

    I compiled a list of things I’m eyeing for Mackenzie from us & extended family and wanted to share in case you’re shopping for a 2-4 year old! Everything is linked below: Tonies I’m planning to get Mackenzie some new tonies characters & this carrying case! Tonies Carrying case & other extras Personalized Apron She loves to help out in the kitchen so this would be great Nail Polish I think Mackenzie would LOVE nail polish at this age since she’s starting to notice when I change my nail polish! Patagonia Vest This brand is very expensive for toddler clothing, but this is definitely something that can be passed down…

  • Holidays,  Travel

    Tips for Traveling With Your Little One For the Holidays

    Whether you’re traveling with your newborn or toddler for the holidays, I’ve got some helpful tips and check lists to make sure you don’t forget anything important! My favorite way to pack for myself or Mackenzie is to use packing cubes. It helps me feel organized since I feel like I have to travel with so much. For a car trip I like to pack her stuff in her LL Bean Tote, but for air travel we’ve used our medium sized Away suitcase. For her formula or now her snacks and other food related items, I like to use this cooler bag. I’ll start with newborns. It may feel like…

  • Christmas,  Holidays,  Toddler

    How To Safely Put Up Your Christmas Tree with an Active Toddler

    I was SO nervous to put up our Christmas tree with a 17 month old, but Mackenzie has surprised me and been amazing since it’s been up. We have a faux Christmas tree that we’ve been putting up for 5 years now and it’s held up so well. We have also only ever had plastic ornaments because I was worried about breaking them myself so I never felt comfortable having an entire tree of glass ornaments. This is our first year putting it up with an active toddler so I was worried about what Mackenzie would do with it. Greg and I put our tree up in front of Mackenzie,…

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  • Activities,  Christmas,  Holidays

    How to Make a Handprint Ornament with Model Magic

    Sharing how easy it is to create an extra special ornament for your Christmas tree and a great way to watch your baby grow (insert crying face). I can’t believe how small her hand was in September 2020 compared to the size of her hand now! You’ll need: + model magic + rolling pin + parchment paper + circle cookie cutter + straw + thin ribbon or string Step 1: Place model magic between two pieces of parchment paper and roll it out to your desired thickness. Step 2: Use cookie cutter to cut out a circle. Use a straw to punch a hole at the top of the circle.…

  • Children's Book,  Christmas,  Winter

    Great Christmas and Winter Books for Babies and Toddlers

    It’s December which means Christmas is almost here and so is the Winter season, so I’ve linked some books for both Christmas time & Winter to read with your little one! Where is Baby’s Christmas Present– Great lift-the-flap book! Where’s Santa Clause? – I love felt lift-the-flap books! They don’t rip like a traditional lift-the-flap book which is great for young kiddos! Babies Love Christmas– Another great lift-the-flap book, which simple words and pictures on each page! You’re My Little Christmas Cookie– we have this one for Hanukkah too & its very cute! Construction Site: Merry and Bright– As a preschool teacher I loved all the Construction Site series, so…

  • Baby Clothes,  Christmas,  Holidays,  Toddler Fashion

    Toddler Girl Outfit Ideas: Christmas Eve and Christmas Day Edition

    I found a few cute outfits for Mackenzie to wear for Christmas and wanted to share if you’re looking for your little one! 1. Old Navy Outfit | 2. Quincey Mae Dress | 3. GapKids Sweater Dress Ten Little Rose Gold Mary Janes | Little Stocking Co. Tights | Mud Pie Bows

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    2021 Gift Guide: Toddler Toys

    Since Hanukkah is super early this year, I wanted to share some gifts Mackenzie received from family members that were not on my original gift guides, but would make great Christmas gifts for toddlers! Melissa & Doug Pull Back Vehicles | Mudpuppy Baby’s First Words Wooden Magnets | Fat Brain Toys River Stones | Melissa & Doug Paw Patrol Puppets | Melissa & Doug Wooden Play Food | Baby Shark & Cocomelon Figurines