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Spark Your Child's Creativity With This Simple Invitation

Fall has always been my favorite season. And while I love a good fall festival, picking apples or pumpkins, etc, there are so many simple...

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My Fave Toys/Materials for 6-9 Month Olds

There are so many exciting things happening developmentally around the six-nine month mark: your little one is starting to sit up...

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My Go-To Supplies and Props for Jillybeans Toddler Classes

I'm feeling excited for the fall, but in this new world, the classes I teach look different than ever before. As a result, I've been...

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Three Tips to Encourage and Foster Independent Play with Your Baby

The topic of independent play is one that has been coming up A LOT lately for me, particularly in the age of Covid when people are...

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My Fave Toys for the First Six Months

I often get asked when toys should be introduced to babies. This question is usually followed by "What baby toys do you recommend?" For...

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Sensory Bin Basics

If you know me, you know my love of sensory play runs deep. Sensory bins are easy to throw together, and are always a hit for a large...

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Toy Car Play Three Ways

Here are a few of my favorite activities for little ones who love their toys cars and trucks: -Tape Roads: Masking tape really is the...

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Summer PLAYlist (see what I did there??)

This list includes some of my favorite summer play items for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers! This post may contain affiliate links,...