Introduction: Building things with toddlers can be a delicate balance of creativity and chaos. When Frank received a toy construction set for his birthday, I thought it would be a fun, quick activity. Little did I know that it would…
Introduction: Potty training—it’s the milestone every parent looks forward to but dreads at the same time. For us, it was an emotional rollercoaster full of ups, downs, and puddles. But eventually, we got there, and along the way, Frank and…
Introduction: Frank has recently become very independent in choosing his own outfits, but let’s just say his fashion sense is… unique. One day, he took it to the next level, and I decided to just roll with it. After all,…
Introduction: A simple trip to the grocery store turned into a life lesson about decision-making and self-control. What started with Frank choosing a snack spiraled into an unexpected adventure in teaching patience and making choices. Story: It was a busy…
Introduction: Cooking with toddlers can be a wild ride, but it’s also an incredible learning opportunity. Recently, Frank and I whipped up some homemade pizzas, and in the process, I realized we were learning way more than just kitchen skills.…
Introduction: Nothing tests your patience as a parent like a public toddler meltdown. Frank had one of those moments the other day at the playground, and it was all over a bright red truck that wasn’t even his. Story: Frank…
Introduction: The other day, Frank, my three-year-old son, became a little scientist right in the middle of the living room. This is how I learned that parenting is not just about surviving toddlerhood but also about embracing their curious nature.…
Introduction: Does anyone else’s toddler treat bedtime like it’s a negotiation? For months, Frank had us wrapped around his little finger when it came to going to bed. But recently, we decided it was time to reclaim our evenings, and…
