7 tips to keep your home peaceful and simple with kiddos

even though I have only been a mom for two years, these little hacks have proven to be true, and it has been so nice to start it young so it’s all these little nuggets are accustomed to. peace. little chaos so more time for creativity and learning and structure and laughing.

the less toys the better

if a basket runs out of space or is overflowing, it’s time to go through it and donate

if your toddler is having a fit, give it zero attention and meet them with calm energy; yelling or elevated energy will stimulate them; even words alone are stimulating

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eliminate pointed edges on furniture

clean as you go, and make it fun for the kids to do the same

keep intentional noises quiet (the tv, music playing)

give everything a place to live

reset the house at night so you wake up to a fresh start