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The Best 2023 Mom Goal Tracker

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Inside: Download a free printable 2022 Mom Goal Planner created perfectly for busy moms!

Truth moment…

Goals are hard to make and even harder to keep. Add being a busy mama to the mix and it’s practically impossible!

If you’re a baby mom then your days are probably filled with mile-high diaper piles, nap time woes, and midnight nursing sessions….

Or if you’re a toddler mom then your days are probably filled with sprinting after a toddler tornado for 8 hours…

No matter where you are in your motherhood journey (more like a rollercoaster haha), here’s one thing that never changes— there is ALWAYS something you need to or have to get done.

And in the hazy middle of things you *need* and *have* to do, there are things you WANT to get done.

Things that would make your life easier, Things that will make you happier. Things that will help your child thrive, or marriage thrive or help YOU thrive.

These are the things I like to set goals for.

Goals are not Pass or Fail. They are things we work on and work toward.

Going into 2023 my biggest advice is to create tiny, actionable steps for each of the goals you make. And write them down.

Good news, I can help with that!

Free 2023 Mom Goal Tracker!

Here’s my favorite freebie- the 2023 Mom Goals Planner…

It comes with a dated, monthly calendar for the year 2023 and on each month there is a place to write out your:

  • personal goals,
  • family goals,
  • kid goals,
  • and marriage/relationship goals.

For each month, there is also a goal planner page where you can write 3 specific goals for the month and then write out 9 action steps for each of those goals.

This helps you break down each goal into realistic, practical bite-size pieces so you can accomplish them with ease!

Even the smallest task like turning over my daughter’s closet to take out the 9-month clothes that no longer fit her is a goal I have. Or big things like eventually transitioning my kids to sleep in one room. That’s a goal too!

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Use the Goal Tracker To…

  1. Create goals– make attainable, realistic goals that align with your busy mom life
  2. Track goals– use action steps to break down your goals into bit-size attainable pieces
  3. Reach goals– finally accomplish those goals you’ve been wanting to reach!
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Download the 2023 Mom Goal Tracker Now!

Complete the form below to get the 2022 Mom Goal Planner + Calendar sent straight to your inbox as a printable instant download.

If you feel like a hamster stuck in a wheel, this goal planner is perfect to help you get all of your ducks in a row 🙂

Always With Love, Brianna

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How to Unlock Toddler Positive Discipline: Step by Step Workbook Guide

Toddler Routines

Inside: Learn step by step how to use toddler positive discipline strategies to gently set boundaries for your little one without yelling or tears!

Does your little one have BIG emotions? If you’re tired of struggling with your toddler to actually listen and having trouble knowing when or how to discipline your little one- you’re in the right place!

Toddlers are natural-born boundary pushers…your child isn’t trying to frustrate or manipulate you– they just want to know where their boundaries are.

Learn step by step how to use positive discipline strategies to set boundaries for your little one with love, compassion, and patience- that WORKS.

You CAN teach your little one how to listen without using harsh discipline tactics so you can help your child feel loved and secure!

Imagine how it would feel to:
  • Not have to worry about whether your child will listen to you outside of the home
  • Establish a lasting connection with your child through affirmation & security
  • Run an errand without worrying about how your child will act
  • Have a simple plan of action for your when your toddler throws tantrums
  • Easily manage your toddler’s BIG emotions with constant reassurance
  • Feel confident you are taking the right steps to keep your toddler healthy (emotionally, physically, & mentally)

Download the Unlocking Toddler Positive Discipline Workbook to learn the exact strategy you need to help you set boundaries with love!

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In this Ultimate Guide & workbook, I’ll show you a routine you can use to help you begin to set boundaries for babies 18 months to 4 years old!

You’ll learn what causes toddlers to act out and how to prevent those meltdowns with love, understanding, and compassion.

Get ready to…
  • Effortlessly follow each practical step of the training so you can create your own gentle discipline routine at YOUR pace.
  • Easily track your child’s behaviors and moods to see your progress on a daily basis.
  • Get instant access to step by step guidance PLUS tools & resources to help you set boundaries for your little one with love, compassion and patience! 
  • Instantly download the Unlocking Positive Discipline Workbook to have the gentle discipline strategy right at your finger tips so you can keep coming back to it as your child grows!
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Here’s Everything You Get!

A complete step-by-step workbook that offers a step-by-step guide on how to create a positive discipline routine using a super simple, gentle framework- the 5 C’s of Positive Discipline.

The Details

  • When to Begin Discipline
  • The Importance of Discipline
  • What Setting Boundaries Looks Like
  • Baby & Toddler Tracker

5 C’s Gentle Discipline Routine

  • Making Your Child Aware of Actions
  • Why Tone Matters
  • What is Consequence
  • Time Out or Time In?
  • Why Understanding Trumps Punishment

Progress Worksheets

  • Consequence Worksheet
  • Behavior Tracker
  • Behavior Chart
  • Behavior Worksheet
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Does this Toddler Positive Discipline Guide work?

I was standing in the Target checkout line and my daughter decided to have a full-blown, red-faced, screaming match tantrum…

Long story short, my daughter just didn’t like when I told her “no”. She wanted to go back to the toy aisle and didn’t like that she couldn’t. So she had a meltdown…in the middle of Target.

Turns out, I needed to set boundaries. I needed to communicate with her in a way that she understood. And it worked!

I learned how to assess the situation and how my daughter was communicating, prevent her triggers, help her through those triggers, all while setting boundaries without using harsh discipline tactics.

Build Your Confidence!

Being a mom is the hardest job on earth. Between naps, feedings, activities, cooking, laundry, and errands, you have A LOT on your plate.

It’s time to build your confidence! Caring for a toddler can feel like holding an umbrella in a hurricane. But by when you provide them with boundaries, your child will feel safe, loved, and secure.

Don’t feel like you’ve lost control! By setting boundaries in love you are showing your little that you are in charge- helping them feel your loving security.

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What You Will Learn in the Toddler Positive Discipline Guide

  • When is the best time to begin a discipline strategy
  • What causes toddlers to act out
  • How to prevent tantrums in love and compassion.
  • Why you should track your child’s behavior/moods for progress
  • How to enforce boundaries without yelling
  • Gain the confidence you need to help your child understand boundaries & feel secure!

The UNLOCKING POSITIVE DISCIPLINE WORKBOOK is everything you need to finally feel CONFIDENT in how you set boundaries for your child!

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Always With Love, Brianna
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Simple 1-4 Month Old Baby Schedule: Step by Step Routine for Feedings, Naps & Playtime

Baby Routines

Inside: The perfect step-by-step 1-4 month old baby schedule complete with an easy, flexible routine for feedings, naps, and activities to help baby thrive and make mom life easier!

I heard a screech coming from my baby’s bassinet and frantically checked the time- it was 3:30am…feeding hour.

If I didn’t know my sweet new baby’s routine, I would have panicked and thought something was wrong. But as my little one was growing and learning this brand new world, I was learning her.

Her cues, her cries, her needs.

The 1-4 month period IS exhausting. You’re still recovering from pregnancy and delivery, you’re getting to know this brand new little person, caring for their every need all while juggling what is left of your normal life.

But do not fret, routines are here to the rescue!

I’ll show you a 1-4 month old baby schedule and flexible routine that will flourish your connection with your baby, help you understand their cues and care for your baby in the best and easiest way possible.

By creating a flexible routine for your baby, you will begin to understand how your baby is communicating with you and what they actually need, all while gaining the confidence you need to care for them without feeling overwhelmed (or unqualified!)

You’ll have a better understanding of your baby’s wake windows, full feedings, and naps/sleep.

I’ll share with you 2 different sample routines to help guide you through the 1-2 month stage and 3-4 month stage so you never feel confused during any step of the way!

If you want to download the sample 1-4 month old baby schedule now, click the button below to get it sent straight to your email along with all of the baby routine tips and tricks in this post! Instantly download the routine to have it at your fingertips throughout the day to help you stay confident and prevent stress.

3 Keys to a Successful 1-4 Old Month Baby Schedule

Before we dive into the actual routine, it’s important to know *what* will actually be in your routine. After all, babies are new to this world and they don’t have many activities they can do.

There are 3 main keys that will make up your baby’s routine:

  1. Wake window
  2. Full feedings
  3. Sleep

Your 1-4 month old baby schedule will be formed around your baby’s cues. Their tired cues and hunger cues.

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1. Wake Windows:

The term wake window is just a fancy term for the amount of time your baby is from one nap tot the next.

You can count your wake window starting from when your baby wakes up from their last nap to the minute they are placed back in their bed for the next nap. All of that time in between is counted as a wake window.

The wake window for a 1-2 month old is usually around 30-45 minutes. But as your baby grows each month the wake window will begin to stretch.

Such as a wake window for a 3-4 month old can be anywhere between 60-90 minutes. But if your baby is still only reaching a 45-minute wake window before becoming overtired, that’s perfectly fine.

Two main events that take place in that wake window are feedings and activities.

Since your baby is still an infant, those wake windows will be short and usually only accounts for a feeding and a few extra minutes of awake time.

These wake windows will help fill your baby’s tired cup- enabling them to get tired enough to have a successful nap/sleep time.

The key is to watch for your baby’s tired cues and offer a nap when they are becoming tired.

Your 1-4 month old baby nap schedule will be formed around your baby’s tired cues.

These tired cues include:
  • Rubbing eyes
  • Glazed & staring eyes
  • Red eyebrows
  • Yawning
  • Fussiness

You’ll begin to notice these tired cues around the same times throughout the day. This is your baby communicating with you they are tired.

These tired cues will show you when your baby needs to nap and these times will begin to create your nap schedule.

2. Full Feedings:

The next essential key to a successful 1-4 month baby schedule and flexible routine is accomplishing full feedings.

The term “full feeding” is just a fancy way of making sure your baby is completely full after a feeding. When your baby is full after having a feeding, they are more likely to go 2.5-3 hour stretches between feedings- which can help your baby sleep better too.

Achieving full feedings can also prevent your baby from “snacking”- wanting to constantly eat every 30minutes-1 hour. Snacking can inhibit a successful daily routine because you’re little one is always eating and never fully satisfied or full.

To learn how to easily accomplish full feedings or how to make sure your baby is feeding to get full, read all about full feeding in my post here.

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3. 1-4 Month Baby Sleep:

Let’s face it, a large portion of your baby’s day is sleeping. At this age, your baby’s wake window is a minimum of 30 minutes or if your baby is closer to the 4-month stage, the wake window can even be as long as 90 minutes.

That means your baby is sleeping every hour (between 1-2 months old) or every hour and a half (3-4 months old).

Naps at this age can last anywhere from 20 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the time of day or how your baby is feeling at a particular time.

If you are struggling with short naps, you can read my Troubleshooting Baby Naps guide.

To set your baby up for successful naps you’ll want to:

1. Make sure your baby is staying awake for those wake windows (to fill their “tired cup”)

2. Accomplish full feedings (ensuring your baby isn’t prematurely waking up from hunger)

Okay, now that we’ve gone over all of the essentials of a successful 1-4 month baby schedule, let’s jump into some sample routines!

1-4 Month Baby Schedule and Routine

For the purpose of this post, I will be stating times but you do not have to follow this routine based on what time the clock says.

A flexible routine is just a series of patterns throughout the day to help structure your day and offer your little one support.

Use this routine as a guide based on when YOUR baby wakes up and starts their day. If your baby wakes at 6, then follow the routine steps from that time. If your baby wakes at 8, then follow the routine steps based on that time.

The goal of this routine is not for you to be worried about “time”. It is just to get familiar with the overall activities your baby does throughout the day.

1-2 Month Old Baby Routine

7:00am Feeding

7:20-8:00am Wake time

8:00-9:30am Nap #1 (First nap was short, tried to put baby back to sleep but no-go)

9:30am Feeding

10:00-10:30am Wake time (baby started showing tired cues at 10:15, did nap routine and baby was already sleeping at 10:30am)

10:30-11:30am Nap #2

11:30-12:00pm Wake time (Baby’s didn’t eat right after wake, didn’t show hunger cues until 12)

12:00pm Feeding

12:30-2:30pm Nap #3 (Baby woke after 45 minutes so you placed baby in a carrier and fell back asleep as you sat with them on your chest)

2:30pm Feeding

3:00-3:30pm Wake time

3:30-4:30pm Nap #4

5:00pm Feeding

5:30-6:30pm Nap #5 (cat nap in the baby swing while you get some chores done)

6:30-7:30pm Wake time (bath, etc.)

7:30pm Feeding & Bedtime

8:00-10:00pm Sleep (use bedtime routine)

10:30pm Dream Feed

Baby then sleeps as long as possible before next feeding

“Master” 3-4 Month Old Baby Routine

7:00am Feeding

8:30-10:00am Nap #1

10:00am Feeding

10:30-11:00am Wake time

11:30-1:00pm Nap #2 (Baby woke at 12:00pm but you rocked back to sleep and placed in carrier/sling)

1:00pm Feeding (Baby took a while to have a full feeding and showed tired cues at 2:00)

1:30-2:00pm Wake time

2:00-4:00pm Nap #3 (Baby slept almost 2 hours because last nap was shorter)

4:00pm Feeding (baby took an hour to have a full feeding, was distracted)

5:00-5:30pm Wake time

5:30-6:00pm Cat Nap (Baby slept in safe swing while mom cleaned)

6:00-7:00pm Bath & Wake time

7:00pm Feeding (Last “daytime” feeding before nighttime sleep)

7:30pm Bedtime (bed time routine)

10:30pm Dream Feed (woke baby to offer a feeding so they can sleep 3-4 hours until next feeding)

This routine has a combination of shorter and longer naps throughout the day as we as 2.5 hour and 3 hours between feedings.

It also shows a combination of different sleep locations and methods. Sometimes baby falls back asleep on mama’s chest, sometimes in the car, etc.

A flexible routine will help your baby know what is next and will help you know what your baby needs next.

3-4 Month Baby Schedule Chart with wake times, wake windows, feedings, and activities

Follow your own baby’s wake windows, hunger cues, tired cues, etc!

In a perfect world, your baby would sleep every hour for 2 hours and eat every 3 hours, making your mom life complete clockwork and a piece of cake. But babies are unpredictable and getting used to this world! So, you’ll want to go with the flow of your little one’s cues and offer them what they want as needed.

Don’t forget to grab my 1-4 Month Baby Routine Guide will 2 different sample schedules and baby routines that show different wake windows, nap lengths, and feeding times that accounts for the unpredictability of your day!

You may find one of these routines is more of a fit for your family 🙂

How Long Should Naps Be?

The key to setting up good daytime sleep is a consistent nap routine. You can read all about my successful, super easy nap routine that helped my babies have better and longer naps!

A newborn nap can be anywhere from 20 minutes to 2 hours. So, if your baby went to nap at 8:00am and only sleeps 30 minutes, you don’t follow the “sample schedule” and wait until 10am to put them back down for a nap.

Remember, at this age, their wake window is short. You’ll want to follow the wake window time and offer your baby a nap 30-45 minutes from when they woke up.

That’s why this routine is FLEXIBLE. You’re not following the clock for when to do something. You’re using your baby’s cues alongside the timing of when your baby should be napping or eating to create a routine that helps them thrive.

Be sure to download my 1-4 Month Baby Routine Guide to see 4 different sample schedules in action including a schedule with short naps, long naps, short wake windows, and long wake windows!

Fill out the form below to get the Routine Guide sent straight to your email!

How Long Should My Baby Be Sleeping at Night?

At this age, it is still possible your baby is still waking up every 3-4 hours during the night for feedings and maybe even cluster feeding some nights.

I like to follow a simple “guide” for baby nighttime sleep. For every week of my baby’s life, it’s possible my baby can sleep the same number of hours at night.

For example, at 4 weeks old, it’s possible for my baby to sleep 4 hour stretches at night. At 5 weeks old, it’s possible to sleep 5-hour stretches…and so on until they reach 8-9 hours at nighttime sleep.

But if your baby isn’t- don’t worry! You aren’t doing anything wrong.

By 3-4 months (12-16 weeks), it’s possible for your baby is to sleep 8-9 hours with the option of a dream feed 3 hours after their last feeding before bed. The dream feed stretches your little one’s sleep so they don’t wake in the middle of the night.

Not every night will be the same amount of sleep. And not every night will be identical.

This is not a hard and fast rule and if your little one isn’t sleeping “straight” hours just yet, that’s perfectly fine. All babies are different. All parents are different. Every family is different.

Whether you are nursing, bottle feeding, pumping, formula feedings, or any combination- YOU know your baby best.

If your baby is breastfeeding, feed your baby on demand, trying to accomplish those full feedings.

If your baby is still having multiple night wakings, that’s perfectly fine! As long as YOU are happy with your baby’s growth and your baby is happy, developing, and meeting new milestones, I wouldn’t stress about nighttime sleep unless you are ready to focus on nighttime sleep.

As long as you are watching those wake windows and full feedings, you are on the right track!

1-4 month baby routine for easy naps, feedings and activities. Image of baby on blanket

The 4 Month Sleep Regression / Progression

Babies experience the dreaded “4-month sleep regression”, but it’s more like a sleep progression.

At 4-5 months your baby’s sleep cycle shifts and can cause sleep disruptions for a few nights because your baby is now experiencing multiple stages of sleep- including light sleep, REM, and deep sleep.

As your baby goes between these stages of sleep, it’s possible for them to wake up because they are learning and adjusting to this new sleep pattern.

If your “my baby sleep all night” baby is now waking up and they are 4 months, this could be the reason.

A word about baby sleep…

There is a lot of chatter in the mommy blog world about sleep training, what is right, what is wrong, teaching your baby to sleep independently…and so on.

It can be VERY overwhelming.

If you are perfectly fine with your baby’s sleep patterns, that’s wonderful. If you are continuing to struggle with each month as they get older, reach out for support.

When it comes to baby sleep, just remember- if it feels wrong to you and your baby, then it’s probably wrong for your family.

There is no ONE way to deal with baby sleep struggles. And sometimes, what may *feel* like is wrong, is sometimes perfectly right! Such as your baby sleeping short naps or waking up at night.

Your child is a baby- they will naturally fall into a groove of sleeping as they get older.

Don’t stress, mama!

What Do I Do With my Baby When He / She’s Awake?

If you’re struggling with what to actually do during your baby’s wake window, check out the Tiny One’s Boredom Buster Activity Toolkit!

It’s jam-packed will easy, fun, cheap, & educational activities for babies 2 months-2 years old. This resource will grow with your child and help them reach new milestones while practicing existing skills!

A 2-month baby won’t “play” as a 12-month baby would, but you can still do fun little connection activities with your baby that will keep them engaged, show them new things and strengthen your bond. 🙂

Learn more about the activity toolkit here!

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Free 1-4 Month Baby Routine Guide

Don’t forget to download your free routine guide so these sample routines and schedules can get sent straight to your inbox!

The Routine Guide includes:

  • 1-2 month routine sample
  • 3-4 month routine sample
  • Daily routine “create your own” template
  • Baby daily tracker (to track naps, activities, diaper changes, moods, and feedings all in ONE place!)

Recap:

Remember, don’t compare your baby’s journey to another.

Your little one is still just that- a baby! Enjoy the snuggle as they fall asleep on your chest, savor their little breath hitting your neck and cherish every cuddle as their little body fits so perfectly onto yours.

This 1-4 month old baby schedule and flexible routine will flourish your connection with your baby, help you understand their cues, and care for your baby in the best and easiest way possible.

I hope you found the information you need to feel confident caring for your little one in the best way possible and assurance to know that you are doing great!

Remember to follow those wake windows, tired cues, and hunger cues.

YOU know your little one best!

You got this, mama!

Always With Love, Brianna
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Easy Baby and Toddler Activities: Cheap, Easy & Fun Activity Toolkit

Toddler Routines

Inside: Super easy baby and toddler activities to keep your little one busy & stimulated while helping them meet milestones & practice existing skills!

Tired of racking your brain trying to think of easy baby and toddler activities?

What if you could finally plan easy, fun, cheap, educational activities without spending 3 hours prepping for activities that last 10 minutes?

Finally keep your little one stimulated, busy, and reaching new milestones without wanting to pull out your hair!

Your #momlife JUST got a million times easier…

Plan a week’s worth of easy activities in under 10 minutes to keep your baby stimulated and reaching new milestones.

No more losing your mind trying to find and plan fun, cheap, easy activities to help you finally feel confident teaching your baby new things- you can download it right now!

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Imagine if you could…

  • Get your little one on a rockin’ play routine without pulling out your hair
  • Help your baby reach new milestones & easily track their growth
  • Have a simple plan of action for your baby or toddler’s activities
  • Keep your little one entertained without breaking the bank
  • Quickly prep each activity to maximize your time
  • Accomplish a well balanced play routine with independent play AND parent/child bonding

FINALLY, say goodbye to super complicated activities that your little one is going to play with for only 5 minutes…

And HELLO to a whole goldmine of fun, easy, affordable activities that will take you less than 10 minutes to prep AND that your little one will have a blast doing.

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Tiny One’s Boredom Buster Activity Toolkit

This treasure chest of fun, easy, educational, and cheap activities for babies and toddlers is perfect for the busy mom who wants to keep their little one growing and having fun…

…without the burden of unnecessary prep and stress!

You’ll get an entire activity planning system— 100 pages of awesomeness to help you feel confident to easily prep fun activities so your baby can continue to grow and thrive!

Plus, the toolkit includes a well-balanced combination of independent play activities as well as activities to encourage parent/child bonding.

That means you’ll be able to not only teach your little one to play on their own (so you can get stuff done!) but also encourage beautiful bonding time between you and your child that will also be strengthening development.

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Here’s a glimpse at everything you get!

  • 10 Done For You Activity Planning Templates to help you customize each activity to fit YOUR baby
  • 35+ Skill-Building Activities with step by step instructions & set up for babies 2 months old to 2 years old!
  • 20 Activity Worksheets to whip out when you’re in a pinch
  • Everything your little one needs to promote developmental milestones, play independently, and stay stimulated while having fun!
  • A detailed review of how to implement activities & independent play in your weekly routine

This activity toolkit is perfectly designed to HELP you take the overwhelm OUT of planning fun, educational & affordable activities for your children while encouraging independent play AND parent bonding!

It’s time to easily organize & plan your little one’s activities for maximum growth & development while eliminating frustration!

Don’t feel tied down to someone else’s play routine- easily create YOUR OWN your baby can thrive!

This is a FLEXIBLE step-by-step activity system where you can easily plan your own weekly activities by plugging in activities based on the provided activity worksheets and templates!

PART 1: Routine Guide
  • Step by Step Guide to Create Activity/Play Routine
  • Sample Toddler Morning Activity Routine
PART 2: Planning Templates & Activity Guides

Planning templates to help you easily plan & prep + step by step activity guides

  • Newborn Activities
  • 6-12 Month Old Activities
  • 1-3 Year Old Activities
  • Items Needed List
  • Step by Step Instructions
PART 4: Bonus Worksheets

Bonus templates and worksheets to accompany the activity guides

  • Activity Guide Appendix Templates
  • 25+ Bonus Worksheets for alphabet and numbers

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Does this sound familiar?

  • “I have no idea what to do with my baby all day”
  • “I don’t have much money to spend on activities so I tend not to do fun ones”
  • “I don’t have a clue where to even begin with planning activities”
  • “I’m tired of doing the same activities over and over again”
  • “I just don’t have the time to spend prepping activities”
  • “My baby puts everything in her mouth so I can’t do many activities”
  • “My toddler gets bored with things easily”

I’m right there with ya! I have felt ALL of the above!

But I can help you feel confident in your little one’s development while they have fun!

The Tiny One’s Boredom Buster Activity Toolkit includes 40+ low-cost, screen-free, easy activities with little to no prep.

With activities for babies and toddlers from 2 months old to 3 years old, and over 10 templates to help you create an easy playtime activity routine that works for YOUR family, this activity toolkit is your life raft back to sanity!

HOW TO USE

Download the easy baby and toddler activities toolkit with the click of a button.

All pages are quick and easy to print.

I know some moms who print the organizer and laminate the pages to keep reusing with a dry erase marker. (Like the picture above!)

Or print out key pages you’ll use every week and place them in an 8.5×11 frame that you can also use with a dry erase marker.

To take advantage of the whole organizer, print and place it in a binder. Even use sheet protectors to personalize them so you don’t have to keep copies of the same page!

With 10+ pages of activity planning templates, 40+ easy activity ideas, AND 25+ worksheets to whip out when you’re in a pinch, you’ll be able to help your little one grow in each stage of development with ease and confidence.

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KICK OVERWHELM

Let’s face it––there’s nothing more frustrating than spending 3 hours prepping for an activity that your baby only plays with for 5 minutes. 

And there’s nothing more disheartening than feeling guilty for not knowing what to do with your baby all day. You are not alone!

The truth is that having an easy activity routine is a game-changer, one that will help you feel more connected to your baby, keep your little one entertained & stimulated, and even promote milestone development!

Not ready to purchase the toolkit? Grab this free activity routine!

Always With Love, Brianna

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4 Step Simple Toddler Bath Time Routine to Help Fall In Love with Baths

Toddler Routines

Are you overwhelmed with juggling your daily #momlife to-do list AND your baby’s activities? Grab my FREE Mommy & Me Mini Planner and take control of your day!

Inside: Find out all of the best toddler bath time routine tips to help make baths fun, promote parent/child bonding, toddler independence, and better sleep!

I heard my toddler howling for me from across the house. I walked into her room to find her bare-bottomed with a pile of bath toys in her hand…

Even without telling time, my three-year-old knew it was time for a bath!

Having a consistent toddler bath routine is the perfect way to wind down from the day and can even help your toddler sleep better.

I’ll show you how you can begin an easy bath routine with all of the best toddler bath time routine tips to help your little one love baths and end the day with a relaxing, sleep-promoting routine.

We’ll talk about:

  • Step by step bathing tips
  • How often to bathe your toddler
  • Bath time must-haves
  • What happens after bath time

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Toddler Bath Time Routine

Toddlers love predictability- so they love routines!

A bath routine is a great way to begin your bedtime routine that sends a signal to your little one that it’s time to start winding down from the day and almost time for nighttime sleep.

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How to Bathe Your Toddler

Here’s a step by step bath routine for your toddler:

1. Run Water to Fill the Bath

The first step in the toddler bath time routine is to actually start the bath. Fill the bath with warm water until it reaches the height of your child’s waistline.

The bathwater should be warm- between 90-100 degrees F.

Be sure to double-check the temperature of the water a couple of times to ensure it didn’t get hotter or colder as the water runs. You can dip your elbow into the rising water to feel the temperature your toddler will be feeling.

Remember, fill the tub to about the waistline of your toddler. Too little water will not be enough to wash your little one and too much water is a danger.

Once the water is at a good height, turn off the water. You can also run cold water for the last couple of seconds to prevent your toddler from touching the water spout if it is still too warm.

We use this drain cover to cover the drain stopper so my little ones can’t play with the drain or accidentally hurt themselves. We also have a cute ducky spout cover that goes over the bathtub spout so they can’t hit their heads on it or play with it.

2. Put Toddler in Bath

As your toddler goes into the bath, double-check the water temperature and the water height/water level.

Depending on your toddler’s age, you can put your little one in the bath once the tub is filled and the bath is off or if they are a bit older your toddler can get in the tub as the water is still running.

This is completely up to you as the parent! You know your toddler best 🙂

My daughter is 4 and she likes to stand (& dance!) in the bathroom and get undressed while the bath is filling up and then hop in once the water is at a good temperature and after I am done putting the cover on the water spout.

3. Clean and Scrub

Scrub-a-dub-dub time!

I use soap and water (and sometimes a washcloth) to clean the main areas of my toddler’s body:

  • Arms/arm pits
  • Legs
  • Behind ears
  • Face
  • Body/torso
  • Privates
  • Hands/under nails
  • Feet/toes/toenails

As she got older, I also use this time to teach her how to clean herself and let her practice. We also sing bath songs to help her remember which areas of her body to clean.

CocoMelon and Mother Gooseclub have fun bath songs you can learn!

Depending on how dirty my little one is determines how I clean my toddler. If we were just in the house all day then I do a quick routine cleaning with soap and water. On the highly likely chance that she got marker or glitter on her body, then I scrub those areas with soap and a washcloth.

If we were outside in the park or in the mixed public, I clean her hair.

I wash my daughter’s hair every 3 days if it stays clean. I immediately wash her hair if it is dirty or has something stuck in it (I’m looking at you slime…)

We use this handy bath rinse cup to wash her hair and keep the water from pouring into her eyes.

I’m not a fan of overly washing/scrubbing because their skin can become irritated from having baths every evening. So, if you just want to use water and a small amount of soap, that’s perfectly fine.

My daughter struggles with dry skin so we are careful and mindful of her skin during her bath time routine.

I like to clean my toddler as soon as they get into the bath and then leave 5-10 minutes at the end of the bath for playtime.  I know some parents who let their kids play first and then clean them right before getting them out of the bath.

It’s totally up to you!

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3. Playtime/Parent Bonding

Now to the fun part…

Bath time is a great time to utilize special connective bonding time with your toddler. Use this time to play games, sing songs, or even just talk about something fun.

Here are some fun interactive bath ideas:

  • Count your toddler’s toes and finger (going over numbers 1-10)
  • Play “mirror” (make a silly face and your toddler copies you)
  • Sing bath time songs (sing “this is the way we take a bath, take a bath, take a bath” to the tune of “The Wheels on the Bus Go Round”)
  • Teach your toddler different body parts (elbow, eye brows, knuckle, etc)

You can also give your toddler a couple of minutes to play with toys too. My daughter loves her pretending she’s deep-sea diving with her bath toys.

Here are some fun toddler bath toys:

4. Done with Bath & Get Dried

When bath time is done, before I take my daughter out of the bathtub, I ask her to clean up her toys. We count the toys and place them in a mesh bath toy organizer bag that suctions to the wall.

After the toys are cleaned, I take her out of the bath and wrap her in a towel. Then I drain the water and remove the water spout cover and place it in the bath toy bag to dry.

It’s time to dry off and get dressed.

Be sure to dry all of the cracks and crevices- under the arms, between legs,  neck, etc.

You can put lotion or any type of body care on your toddler before getting them dressed.

I put hydrating lotion on my daughter’s skin (she struggles with dry skin) and then get her dressed. I like to pick out 2 different pajamas and have her choose which one she wants to wear.

Giving toddlers small options throughout the day helps them feel independent (and can prevent those tantrums!)

You can brush your child’s hair or add any other step you need to after getting them dressed.

And bath time is officially over!

Do Toddlers Need a Bath Every Night?

Not every toddler needs a bath every night.

How often you bathe your toddler depends on your toddler’s needs and your family’s daily routine. I mentioned that I only lightly bathe my daughter if we’ve just been at home all day.

Some parents don’t even bother with a full bath every night and just give their child a wipe down. Whatever works for your family is best!

My kids enjoy bath time as a fun activity so we’ve made a bath routine a part of our bed routine every night. My daughter will not put her pajamas on without taking a bath haha.

As long as your child is going to bed comfortable and clean, you choose how often your child should take a bath based on their hygiene needs and comfort.

Toddler Bath Time Routine Essentials

Bath time wouldn’t be complete without some essentials to help make the bath as effective, efficient, and as fun for your toddler as possible.

(Because no one enjoys a screaming toddler flailing water around hollering to get out…)

Here are some of my favorite toddler bath must-haves:

  • Healthy & safe soap– I use the Sensitive Baby Dove soap for my kids even after they grow out of “babyhood”. Try to avoid unnecessary sulfates and chemical ingredients as best as possible.
  • Thin washcloths– I like to use the thin cotton wash cloths because I find they are easier to maneuver when cleaning your toddler and they also clean better and don’t develop a weird smell after many uses/washes.

These are my favorite toddler bath “convenient items”. I wouldn’t have necessarily purchased these items myself (hello stay-at-home mom budget!), but they were gifted to me and now I couldn’t imagine bath time without them.

You can totally have a successful bath without these items, but they are just some of my favorite bath items that make mom life so much easier.

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What Happens After Bath Time?

Bath time is over, now what?

Bath time is just the first step in my toddler bedtime routine!

I create an easy routine to help your toddler unwind from the day and prepare for bed while promoting connection and better sleep.

A bedtime routine is simply just to send a signal to your child that it’s almost time for nighttime sleep.

It’s a great way to unwind from the day, connect, and get your child ready for bed. You’ll want to send certain “cues” to your toddler that it’s nighttime and time for sleep.

Read my step-by-step toddler bedtime routine to help your little one feel as safe, comfortable, and restful as possible while giving them some independence as they continue to grow and develop.

Teaching Your Toddler Privacy

One of the most absolutely essential parenting lessons is teaching your child about privacy. I always use bath time as an opportunity to teach my daughters about privacy.

There are only a handful of people allowed to give my kids a bath (mommy, daddy, and grandma). As my daughters got older, we made sure they knew the 3 people who were allowed to be in the bathroom with them.

It’s never too early to introduce your little one to the topic of “privacy”. You don’t have to introduce medical terms for their anatomy or feel pressured to teach your child something they are too young to understand.

But helping them understand privacy, such as closing the bathroom door when others are around, will create a strong foundation for when those crucial conversations come up in the future.

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Recap:

Creating an easy bath routine is the perfect way to help your toddler wind down from the day and can even promote better sleep.

In this post, I showed you how you can begin an easy bath routine with all of the best toddler bath time routine tips to help your little one love baths and end the day with a relaxing, sleep-promoting routine.

Remember, YOU know your little one best! Do what works best for your family while meeting your little one where they need you to.

You got this, mama

Always With Love, Brianna

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