Pinkblush for the win — AGAIN! They sent me this blue maxi dress and I absolutely love it. It’s not only the perfect size, but it’s also my sorority colors. So I’ll be wearing this baby a lot!
Anyway, today I want to talk about TERRIBLE TWOS and what I’ve learned about my 2 1/2 year old toddler, Sweet T.
So I’ve been wanting to discuss my journey with Sweet T now that she is 2 1/2 and it has been a learning experience. Her personality, her feelings and her words have really taken me by surprise on this journey through motherhood.
+ Mama Style: Dress | Earrings + Sweet T Style: Dress | Cardigan
There’s a couple of things I want to share on how what I try to incorporate in our routine with tantrums and sassy attitudes from my little one.
Consistency
I’ve noticed that once we break out of our routine, it’s pushing towards chaos. I’m not only talking about nightly routine before bed, but I’m also referring to morning and after school routines. If we have to break from the routine, I try to give her enough time to understand that things will be different. Like if we go to the store after school or run errands after I pick her up from school.
Schedule Naps During the Weekend
We usually don’t have a set schedule on weekends. We are either busy with activities or lounging around the house watching Netflix. But either way, we try to schedule a nap for her during the weekend. Having her nap on the weekends allows her to sleep longer through the night and allows her to be more energized during the school week.
Reduce Screen Time (Hand held Devices)
Honestly, I’d eliminate it but with the technological world we live in, it’s hard to go without. When Sweet T has an iPhone or iPad near her, she becomes way too serious and focused on the screen. The only alternative is interactive toys, like these. What I notice, is that she never really tantrums when she watches TV though. She loves Sesame Street and Doc McStuffins so I let her watch during her snack time. This is just what I’ve noticed with her watching handheld devices, particularly.
Quality Time
Spend some quality time with your toddler. I catch myself being too caught up into my phone, computer or TV show while Sweet T is playing. Scheduling a walk, playtime, or reading a book with each other makes her calmer and able to communicate what she’s actually feeling.
I hope this helps you Mamas on going through those TERRIFIC TWOs with your toddler. Let me know in the comments what you do to eliminate tantrums!
