Top 10 little BIG KID FAV'S (mommy approved)

Life on the other end of toddler hood is almost as bad as i was forewarned. Between the new and improved (and changing on the daily) personal preferences, dropping nap time conflict and mediating the ever prominent tantrum - life has been, well... busy. 

But, lets shine light on the things that get us through- the simple pleasures. 

Here are a list of my top 10 little BIG kid (and mommy approved) favourites... for this week.

yogurt drinks. nuff' said. 

weather you pass them off as milkshakes, yogurt, 'pop' or whatever. they do the trick, crave hanger and are great mini portions

comfy pants- cause really, aren't we all happier in comfy pants. 

Little's move, ALOT. All those cute skinny hipster pants are great for your photo shoot but be real..the daily grind is all about comfort. 

yummy vitamins DHA vitamin (max & ruby) cause they are good for you.

This sweet lemony concoction is treated like a reward at our house- can't get enough. so, "OK... i guess, if you promise to be good"... your welcome. 

Tupperware wipes case. the mecca of all wipes cases is here. 

I haven't met a wipe that doesn't fit in here- if you are reusable i think they would even fit.. keeps wipes wet, and the latch to let them out stays closed and only lets one out at a time. what a concept! 

fun band aids - duh. 

for invisible owies, teddy bears, big boo boos and even your own needs- everything does feel better under the care of a Disney princess.. 

backpack/suitcase- its time.

start letting them haul (some) of their own crap. of course your still the following mule, but it sure helps when your trying to leave the house and their entire stuffy collection can't fit. tough choices. like life. start em young... 

Squeezies for veggies - sneaky. 

my house isn't much of a nutritional palace so i sneak these babies in anywhere i can. No they aren't just for babies.. celebs even carry them in their gym bags for a quick recharge. And no, i don't prepare them myself but by all means.... 

thirty one snack thermal zip cooler- you need one. 

This little cooler pouch is a saving grace for on the go. its small enough to fit in my enormous bag, holds all the snacks and keeps them cool. i love this for carry thing things like the inevitable cheese string and even yogurt drinks! (it also does hold 3 beer- just sayin) i love mine. Check out my friend Erin's ThirtyOne Gifts website for options 

Honest Co. Breath easy rub 

your always in cold season when you have a little one. this rub is awesome. Its child friendly, kids can apply it to their own chest or feet and feel 'big' helping. its safe and chemical free- unlike the nasties in Vick's, you can feel good about this choice. 

SAGO mini app - if you can't beat em, make it educational. 

A friend introduced me to this line of apps geared towards toddlers and inspires interest in numbers and letters- the cute animals and monsters don't hurt either. Its as not annoying and really does a great job teaching age appropriate lessons. 

Toddler Easter Fun- Sugar Free!!!

Easter is almost second to Christmas at my house, I love the feeling of renewed peace and life the season brings with it. Of course all the adornments, cute-as-a-button decor and crafting ideas don't hurt either.. but the highlight for me was always finding my easter basket filled with goodies and treats lovingly selected by my mother- now its my turn to do the same! 

This year, as every year, I'm excited to fill a basket with fun things for my little to celebrate in the joy of easter too. Check out these great 'Basket' alternatives - I like multi-purpouse A LOT so something that can be taken past the time of Easter Morning and be put to use keeping little hands busy is a win! Imagine all your cute easter goodies piled high in one of these fun items for your toddler this spring. 

Here are a few other fun ideas to celebrate Easter and the new season with your little! 
All 'sugar-free'!! Enjoy and happy 'almost' spring! 

Toddler Trick or Treating essentials! boo....

Happy Halloween week! 

This is one of the most wonderful times of they year- i really love halloween and the festivities that come along with it, now that i have a little, its even more magical. 

I thought i would make a quick post about trick-or-treating with toddlers! 

This halloween my little is 2 1/2 so probably our first year of 'real' trick or treating besides grandma and grandpas house. We are really excited and he is definitely in the mood! 
In preparation we have been doing lots of practise yelling 'TRICK OR TREAT' and of course reading halloween books and watching the holiday specials on TV. 

For this post i thought i would share some things we have been loving this time of year swell as our Trick or Treat survival pack for Halloween night! 

The goods 

Of course we will be taking a bucket to collect all the candy, but not just any bucket- this year I am going to attempt to make a Light Up Halloween Bucket  for my little using this great tutorial from Cute as a fox blog. Isn't it adorable, and things that light up are always a hit with the kiddos, maybe they will even be distracted and put on that ridiculous costume you bought... 

***When trick or treating with your little, don't forget a bigger and more sturdy bag for yourself so they can dump the candy and you can do the hauling and the snacking (you earned it right?!) 
Those little buckets don't hold much and can get heavy for little hands..***

Mittens, here its cold for halloween so we tend to bundle up to the point of questionable costumes, so of course we will be wearing mittens, toques and ill have extras in my pocket. 

A cute flashlight may help ease the fears of some anxious toddlers, plus- its safe!!! this one can be used by both parent and child - remember that bigger halloween bag YOUR carrying? well, store it there!

Lastly Trick or treating is hard work! So don't forget a drink for you and your little goul. These little halloween edition waters from Nestle are just the right size for little hands are won't be overly heavy in your bag. A festive to go mug is also essential for mom or dad- filled with 'cheer' of your choice! 

Have a safe and festive halloween!!!