I am a first time Momma to a 10 month old baby girl aka Miss M. No way am I an "expert" at any of this Momma business, but I wanted to post some things I've learned along the way to maybe help or enlighten other Momma's out there that could be, and are experiencing the same stuff I am. And since I'm all about the sharing is caring motto, how about a linky party! Every Tuesday, grab our Help a Momma Out button,
post it somewhere on your post or blog, link up a blog post (can be old or new) that you think will help other Momma's Out and party with us! It can be a tip, advice, a funny story, anything really goes. Even if you aren't a Momma feel free to join the party. Before I was a Momma I had loads of fun with my nieces and nephews. Please take a minute to comment on each others posts! Feedback is what this is all about, and everyone loves comments!! Fun right?! So let's get this party started!
post it somewhere on your post or blog, link up a blog post (can be old or new) that you think will help other Momma's Out and party with us! It can be a tip, advice, a funny story, anything really goes. Even if you aren't a Momma feel free to join the party. Before I was a Momma I had loads of fun with my nieces and nephews. Please take a minute to comment on each others posts! Feedback is what this is all about, and everyone loves comments!! Fun right?! So let's get this party started!
Dishes. I actually don't mind doing them, but in all honesty sometimes I leave the cups for the hubs (ridiculous I know). When Miss M is clawing at my pants/legs it makes the chore a bit more less fun to do. My solution, her own drawer in the kitchen. She is into opening and closing the drawers and cabinets, so all the lower shelves she can reach I have to take in mind what is in them. I've "baby proofed" most of them now just in case. The GENIUS idea is I also gave her, her very own drawer. Yes, those are her toys in there. She's content in playing right there at my feet, while I do what I need to do in the kitchen. Whether it's dishes, cooking, and/or taking pics of my latest projects. It's a win win!
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| Pictures taken 6.2.2011 |
And if you don't have enough storage to give your sprouts a whole drawer to themselves, stick your Tupperware in there and let them go crazy. Other ideas you can store that are kid friendly are the plastic measuring cups and spoons. I've heard of letting your kids play with pots and pans, but Tupperware makes a lot less noise when being played like a drum (wink wink).
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| Happy busy Baby = Happy productive Mommy! |
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| And when you're done, close up the drawer and the "mess" is gone. Bonus points! |
Looking forward to you helping me, help you!
I love the drawer in the kitchen idea! What a great way to keep an eye on the little one AND keep doing the inevitable daily chores :) My favorite part is that it's kind of sneaky! haha Thanks for posting the link party. I can't wait to hear more from lots of mommas!
ReplyDeletesuch a great idea to give her her own drawer! this is a wonderful linky party, kristine. can't wait for more of your fun surprises!!! xo
ReplyDeleteThat is an awesome idea (the drawer in the kitchen)! Thanks for the invite, I'm excited to see all the fun things us momma's can do! :)
ReplyDeleteAngela
Great Idea! I'm lovin' it! I'm adding you to my sidebar on my blog: www.sparklesandbugs.blogspot.com (I'm thinking of doing a "Fitness Fridays" type thing on my blog with tips, reviews, ideas, anything health and fitness since it's one of my biggest passions, not quite sure where to go with it yet ;) Hopefully to "help Momma's out!" :) If anybody is interested in my fitness challenge it's going on now and has 2 weeks left at www.facebook.com/fitmamawannabe
ReplyDeleteAlso check out my beachbody coach page for more great help and products at www.foreverfitnessbug.com Well, theres my little linky do's to help a momma out!! :) Working to be a healthy and fit mama can improve your mood, relieve stress and make you an all around better MaMa!! Yay!
Great idea! Jude is always wanting to be in the kitchen with me. I just might put his own drawer in there now! Thanks for introducing me to this link up!
ReplyDeleteMy boys have access to the tupperware drawer... and they love it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting the party. Cute little girl.
ReplyDeleteThank you all for the comments!! Be sure when you check out the other Momma's to leave some comment love too ;) Loving the participation!! We appreciate it!!! You guys rock!!
ReplyDeleteWe have similar drawers where we have things that are kid-friendly and we let Julian have at it :). Great idea to actually put toys!
ReplyDeleteI know my link is an old post this time, but next time, I'll try to write something up specifically for your link up :).
Our girls have their own drawer, too! Great idea. Thanks for stopping by my blog.
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea! hopefully between now and next week, i can think of something to post about :) i LOVE the idea of a toy drawer in the kitchen!
ReplyDeleteGreat minds think alike gals ;) THANK YOU all for linking up and for commenting!! To be honest, I was so nervous I wouldn't get one link up, so TWELVE the first time = success!! THANKS to all of you!! Loved reading your stories and look forward to more! Have a great rest of your "hump" day everyone ;)
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting this - I'll join in next week - always looking for somewhere to share my crazy mommy moments.
ReplyDeleteJennifer
www.bigdandme.com
Great idea! Wish I had room to spare in my tiny kitchen :o(
ReplyDeleteAs crafty as I try to be (we have that very same bottom drawer)I've never thought about putting (his) stuff in it...my 17 month old is a drawer/cabinet maniac and has actually broken this drawer twice now lol...*gotta laugh* i just added this to my to do list...after hubby fixes the drawer! thx=)
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