Congratulations on your new little arrival!
Having a new born is a lot of work, so if you already have a toddler as well then have a look at these tips. They may come in handy for when you need to give bub your full attention (such as during a feed).
1. It can be as easy and simple as a Colouring Book with some pencils (no mess, no fuss, therefore does not require 100% attention).
2. Imagination Box - filled with easy to find items, that may or may not have a specific use. This allows for creative play. A hair ribbon can easily become a gymnastics ribbon for them to twirl around with.
Some ideas to put in the box include:
- ribbons
- wooden toys
- cookie cutter shapes
- blocks
- maracas (home make with empty plastic bottle filled with rice)
3. Large puzzle piece set.
4. Kid Friendly Photo Album (have one just for the children, or give them some photos so they can make their own).
5. Toddler Friendly Apps for the iPad or iPhone
Try these:
- Dr Seuss's ABC $3.99
- Wheels on the Bus $1.99
- Kidzongs Preschool sing-along fun $0.99
- Tozzle Toddler's favourite puzzle $1.99
- Toddler Flashcards $1.99
6. CDs (music, or read along books) & DVDs (Baby Einstein, Sesame Streeet)
Good Luck!
What's YOUR favourite way to keep your little one occupied? Comment below and share your fantastic ideas!
P.S If all else fails, just give them an empty box. I remember the joys of this as a child!
And this sums it up perfectly....
This post is wayyyy over due. But I'm in the mood to do some updating as there are big things ahead!
I'll start from the beginning....
There was this boy.
We became best friends.
One night we realised how much more we meant to each other.
We fell madly in love.
On February 14th (yes Valentines Day) 2014 he asked me to marry him...
It all started that morning when I was given a little origami heart with a clue written on it. There were many more to come. First I was sent to Ella Bache (a fancy spa) where I was pampered for 4 hours indulging in a full body scrub, massage, manicure (yes!), and pedicure. When I arrived back home my favourite yellow dress was laid out and the next clue was to get ready like a princess. There was a knock on the door and much to my surprise I discovered a man waiting with a stretch white limo behind him. There was champagne and a rose inside. I arrived at the Sofitel Hotel and was greeted by the General Manager who gave me my final heart along with a hotel key card. I opened the door to see a room full of rose petals, candles, fairy lights, and my love standing there in a suit. He said his sweet speech, "I've loved you since the first night we spent together. You are my rock. You've seen me at my highest and my lowest and you're still around. I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with you, and I want to start that now". Then he got down on one knee and asked me to marry him, "(full name), will you marry me?". I said "Yes!" (through tears of happiness).
There was a photographer there to secretly capture the special moment, and we ended the night with our own private server in the room for dinner to celebrate. It was more than I ever dreamed of and we could not be happier. We are tying the knot in July 2015.
Here are my precious clues that he hand made. (in order left to right)
Watch this space for my Bride-to-be adventures!
