Can a 3 year old “play” with a baby?

Yes, but they may need guidance in how to do so with gentle hands and a gentle heart.  We have to tell our 3 year old several times a day to be gentle with her little brother!  She loves him SO MUCH and loves to hug him!  The problem is, often times it is so tight around his neck.  We have a new rule that she can only hug him when we are holding him.  

A few things we have to remember!

She has to remember...

1. She is stronger then him
2. Ask if she can hug him
3. Will what I am about to do make him happy or sad

I have to remember...

1. To be patient
2. She needs to be reminded
3. Head off rough house with baby before it starts

Check back soon for "10 things your young child can play with a baby!"

Birthday Birdie

Here is what I came up with!  Birthday Birdie!

Inspiration

Often when I want to do a craft I need just a little inspiration to get me started.  This time I laid out some items and colors I wanted to use and it gave me an idea! 

February Apothecary Jars

I got these beautiful apothecary jars for Christmas and I will be changing what is in them with each month and holiday.  

I am starting with Valentine's Day.  The first one has a 1’ x 6’ silver drape, the second one has a red and silver garland, and the third one has sparkly red hearts of various sizes.  

Check back soon to whats “in” for spring and Easter!