Toddler Buzz

5 Reasons I'm Thankful for Toddlerhood

November 26, 2009 at 7:30 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (3)

boy riding trike

Photo by Cafe Sheri

Raising a toddler can be HARD. And tiring. And tricky. And dirty. And did I say hard?

But alas, on this Thanksgiving day, it's nice to remember what's so wonderful about toddlers too! This day of thanks, let's spread a bit of toddler love around.

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: development & growth, food, sleep

What One Toddler Mom Is Thankful For

November 25, 2009 at 7:27 AM by Cafe Cynthia - Comments (1)

toddler girl in princess costume

Photo by Cafe Cynthia

My daughter is 4 going on 5 in another two weeks! So, we are leaving Toddler Land for good. I'm trying to decide how I feel about that. On the one hand, I'm sad because my little girl is getting so grown up.

On the other, I'm excited about kindergarten and sleepovers and everything the next stage of growth and development will bring. The other day we went shopping together, and my daughter helped me pick out a shirt. No whining to go to the toy aisle -- she was actually thrilled to be looking at clothes, even more than I was.

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: learning, milestones, nursery school

Dancing Toddlers, Singing Toddlers: Links I Love

November 24, 2009 at 11:30 AM by Daily Buzz Team - Comments (2)

toddler singing

Photo by LelandsMommy

I am oh so grateful that there wasn't YouTube when I was growing up, my mom would have had the ability to blackmail me for life.

But it is neat how you can see kids' talents early on (or in my case, lack thereof!). Here are some links I love:

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: activities

Holiday Table Manners: Ask Mrs. Manners

November 24, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (2)

toddler chicken high chair

Photo by Yui

Today we're talking table manners with MrsManners — since good manners (or bad ones) will surely reveal themselves at the upcoming holiday meals.

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: food, mrs manners, picky eaters

What's Your Favorite Activity to Play With Your Toddler?

November 23, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (10)

boy puzzle

Photo by LelandsMommy

Games, puzzles, toys, building blocks, dollhouse play, arts and crafts, fort building, video games, reading, there are a lot of activities you can play with your kids, if you're so inclined.

What are you and your kids' favorite activities to play together?

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: activities, play, toys

Toddler Gifts $10 & Under

November 21, 2009 at 8:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (2)

holiday gifts banner

Photo by SnarkyLiterati

 

It's so fun to watch toddlers tear into their holiday presents and get that first look at the small surprise inside. Even the simplest toys, games, and books can make young children wide-eyed with joy.

Here are a few fun gift ideas under $10 for your tots.

View Slideshow

FILED UNDER: activities, holiday gifts, toys

Mom Confessions: I Accidentally Left My Toddler

November 20, 2009 at 11:30 AM by Daily Buzz Team - Comments (23)

geeseIt's time for a Mom Confession -- because, let's face it, we're real mothers and sometimes it doesn't work the way the parenting books say it should.

This Week's Confession:

I accidentally left my toddler at church. I thought my mom had her, my mom thought I had her, so she was left. The people at church watched her but I felt so bad! anonymous

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: confessions

2-Year Old Boy Helps Mom Deliver Baby Brother

November 20, 2009 at 7:30 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (8)

newborn baby

Photo by Shinde-Kudasai

This recent news story about a toddler boy who helped his mom deliver his baby brother completely blows my mind.

I can't even get my 3-year old to sit up to the table for dinner, let alone assist in childbirth!

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: development & growth

The Holidays & Autism: Special Needs Living

November 19, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (4)

mother child hands

This week, CafeMom aurorabunny shares several strategies she has learned and uses to prepare herself and her son with autism for all the changes that come with celebrating the holidays.

Each week in Special Needs Living, aurorabunny, mom to 3-year old Brody, who has autism, shares her ongoing triumphs and struggles parenting a child with special needs.

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: autism, developmental delays, holiday entertaining

3 Simple Thanksgiving Crafts for Toddlers

November 18, 2009 at 12:00 PM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (9)

holiday entertaining banner

turkey hand craft

Photo from My Paper Crane

I've been keeping my eye out for simple Thanksgiving crafts to do with toddlers, and I found a few that make me happy.

Loving this family hands turkey card from My Paper Crane. This puts a little spin on the traditional kid handprint turkey we see year after year. And if you have a larger family, stretched out this could make an adorable mantle decoration. :)

Continue Reading »

FILED UNDER: activities, holiday entertaining

© 2009 CMI Marketing, Inc. All rights reserved.