“Up, Mommy, up!” Do you seem to be hearing this more than normal? Or even constantly? When your toddler is acting like a Stage 5 Clinger, it can be hard to get anything done! Especially when you also sort of love that they want you 24/7….but when you need some you-time, it can be frustrating. […]
When summer’s over, the fun doesn’t have to end! Fall is a wonderful time to get outside with Bitsy for hours of fun and entertainment–the temperatures haven’t dropped too low, the leaves are brightly colored and falling, and it’s the perfect excuse to run inside for hot cocoa later! To keep everyone from going stir-crazy, […]
As parents, we always do our best to set good examples for our little ones — be polite, say please and thank you, cover your mouth when you sneeze or cough, don’t interrupt, and so on! Parenting is a constant awareness of good vs bad habits, and how to teach the difference. But what happens […]
Love languages: unless you’ve been living under a rock for quite some time, it’s likely you’ve heard of this way to connect with others! While it’s almost always looked at as a way to build your relationship with your partner, did you know it can also help you bond with your child? Understanding the love […]
Everyone needs a lift sometimes, and that doesn’t exclude little ones! With all the negativity in the world right now, it can be easy to forget to stay positive–this just makes teaching your children positivity even more important! Despite being young, little ones can have bad days, too, and teaching them how to find solutions […]
It’s no secret, we live in a society completely dominated by technology! It’s hard to find anyone not permanently attached to a phone or other device…ourselves included! But when raising tiny humans, it can bring up concerns on how much screen time is, well, too much? Whether your little one is still an infant, or is […]
Goblins and ghouls and ghosts, oh my! As Halloween nears, your Bitsy may be antsy with excitement, or even a little…apprehensive! While Halloween is typically known as a holiday for little ones to play dress up and get candy, it’s certainly been conjured into a little bit more as older Halloween fanatics get involved. So […]
Splish, splash, it’s bath time! Whether your Bitsy loves bath time or it’s more of a struggle each night, there’s no harm in making it a little more fun! Maybe you and Bitsy make up a fun bath song, maybe you have a favorite bath toy, or maybe you just enjoy a little family time […]
Boo! If your little Bitsy is too young to participate in normal Halloween festivities, it might be time to hit the local library….or Amazon! Halloween books are the best way to get babies and toddlers involved in the holiday and join the fun! We’ve rounded up our favorite Halloween-themed books — from classics like The […]
Many mamas are fully prepared for the “Why?” phase from their toddlers — where everything is in question, and answers are met with more questions. But are you ready for the “NO!” phase? No, they won’t come sit next to you. No, they will not eat that. No, they will not say “please”. You get […]
Deciding to grow your family by an extra pair of tiny feet is so exciting! But what if you’re pregnant before your first born hits the age of two? Congratulations! You’re about to be the proud mama of two under two — a feat often feared and looked at with great respect. But don’t worry, […]
With so many foods available in the world, it’s great for Bitsy to introduce them to all of the different tastes and textures from all over! Starting them off early with new and different foods is a great way to avoid picky behavior in the future. It also keeps you and your family from getting […]