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Packing snacks for preschool sounds simple, right? Well, not when you have a picky toddler who suddenly wants everything their friends bring to school. 😂 I try to avoid high fructose corn syrup and gummy snacks as much as possible. But when other kids bring juice for snack time, my child comes home asking for…
Last weekend, rain and strong winds kept us home all day. With a 3-year-old, a whole day at home can feel very long. 😂 Luckily, we had one toy that kept coming back out of the toy bin: magnetic tiles. We have the PicassoTiles 100 Piece Magnetic Tiles, and I honestly didn’t expect my son…
Do kids really need vitamins? And which vitamins are actually easy to give to a 3-year-old? As a mom of a 3-year-old, I’ve tried quite a few kids vitamins, probiotics, and elderberry supplements over the past few years. And honestly? Finding a vitamin my child will actually take is harder than finding a good vitamin….
If you’re wondering how to boost a toddler’s immune system, you’re probably not alone. Since my 3-year-old started preschool, I’ve definitely noticed more sniffles and little illnesses. With fall and cold season coming, I’ve been paying more attention to his sleep, food, and everyday habits. There isn’t one food or supplement that can prevent every…
Looking for a realistic 3 year old morning routine? Here is our daily schedule for a 3-year-old who goes to preschool and after care. This routine helps us keep our mornings and evenings more organized. Our 3-Year-Old Daily Schedule Time Routine 6:30 AM Wake up 6:45 AM Breakfast 7:15 AM Wash face & brush teeth…
Sending your child to Pre-K 3 is a big milestone—not just for your child, but for parents too. If you’re preparing to send your child to preschool, this Pre-K 3 checklist covers important questions to ask and things to prepare before the first day. After going through the enrollment process, attending orientation, and finally sending…
Potty training a 3-year-old has been quite a journey for us. There were successful days, accidents, setbacks, and moments when I wondered if we were doing the right thing. With PreK3 starting soon, I thought I would share our honest experience. We Started at 33 Months We started potty training when our son was around…
My son is currently 39 months old, and lately, I’ve been wondering whether he still really needs a nap. For a long time, his schedule was pretty consistent: 6:30 AM — Wake up1:00–3:00 PM — Nap9:00 PM — Bedtime But around 38 months, something started to change.He suddenly became even more energetic. And now that…