Toddle Babes

Brilliant Brownies in a Jar

For all chocolate lovers and reluctant bakers…this brownie mix is such a lovely gift to give at Christmas! What you need: 2-1/4 cups white sugar 2/3 cup cocoa 1/2 cup chopped pecans 1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon...

Published Sun, Dec 12 2010 6:22 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, home made gifts, edible gifts, gift ideas

Banana Cream Pie with Strawberries

This yummy fruity pie is perfect for the summer while Strawberries are in abundance…try it with other berries too! Preheat oven to 375° F. PASTRY 1 1/3 cups flour 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 4 tablespoons chilled butter, cut into pieces...

Published Wed, Jul 14 2010 5:31 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Yummy Recipes, banana recipes, pie recipes

Gampa Bruce’s Chocolate Mousse

This quick recipe works like a charm and tastes fabulous! It is alcohol and egg free and yet is deceptively simple to make. It is sure to get you many compliments! What you need: 1 ½ bags of marshmallows 2 slabs of dark chocolate 500ml of double cream...

Published Sat, Apr 03 2010 6:28 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Special Events, Yummy Recipes, chocolate puddings, Easter dessert, chocolate recipes

Bugs All a-Round

This activity is really simple and lots of fun. It can provide a platform for teaching your child about insects and other creepy crawlies, as well as exploring shapes in nature. It is also a great way to get your little ones imagination going when you...

Published Sun, Apr 04 2010 9:06 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Our World, Art and Craft Activities, Creativity & Self-expression, Educational Fun and Games, educational fun

Banana Chocolate Muffins

Banana and chocolate are a great combination, so why not try these scrummy alternatives to the usual chocolate muffin? What you need: 2 cups plain flour 1/3 cup white sugar 2 tablespoons cocoa powder 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 cup mashed bananas 2/3...

Published Wed, Apr 28 2010 7:00 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Special Events, Yummy Recipes, easter recipes, chocolate recipes

STOP Fussy Eaters.

It can be a worry if your child refuses to eat or is terribly fussy. BUT it is worth knowing that it is extremely rare for a child to starve themselves! In this article we will be looking at practical tips that you can try to make stress-free mealtimes...

Published Fri, May 14 2010 12:02 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, ideas to get toddlers eating, fussy eaters advice

Developing positive behaviour and self-control

When are babies able to understand and begin to control their behaviour? When can you begin to set boundaries and when do they become aware of actions and the consequences of their actions? From as little as 8 months old, babies are beginning to understand...

Published Sun, Jul 03 2011 9:54 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: PSE development, personal social and emotional development

How Early Reading Influences Later School Performance

Do you know what’s wrong with our children today? The problem is that the powerful brains of our healthy children are rarely challenged by complicated thoughts. Instead, they’re further dulled by television and video games. By teaching children...

Published Tue, Sep 11 2012 12:17 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Child Development, Communication

Easter Crowns

You’ve heard of Easter Bonnets…well here is a fun and fresh alternative. Using card and a little glue and celotape, you could soon be the best dressed at your Easter parade. Age group: 5 years + (younger with lots of adult help) What you need...

Published Fri, Mar 19 2010 9:56 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Special Events, Art and Craft Activities, Creativity & Self-expression, Easter crafts, Easter bonnet

Spring and Easter Rhymes

Some quick and cute rhymes to learn together. I Saw a Little Bunny I saw a little bunny going hop, hop, hop. I said, “Please, Mr. Bunny, won’t you stop, stop, stop.” He flapped his big, long ears and had no word to say, And before I...

Published Mon, Mar 22 2010 9:47 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Special Events, Stories, nursery rhymes and music, easter poems, spring rhymes

Shamrock decorations

Quick and easy shamrock decorations for St Patrick’s day. Shamrock candle You will need: An empty toilet or kitchen roll (one per child) White paint or paper Yellow paper green paper cut into shamrock shapes or shamrock stickers glue scissor What...

Published Mon, Mar 15 2010 7:36 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Our World, Special Events, Art and Craft Activities, shamrock crafts, St Patrick's day cards, St Patrick's day crafts

Promoting Healthy Eating in Children

How do you go about getting your toddler or small child to eat more healthily? Here are some simple do’s and don’ts to adhere to! DOS AND DON’TS: • Do breastfeed! Of all the strategies for preventing childhood obesity, the only one with...

Published Wed, Feb 10 2010 4:01 PM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: General Info, Our Bodies, healthy eating, picky eaters

Is She Tired?

Your angelic child is suddenly irritable, overactive or demanding. You’ve checked and she’s not hungry, cold/hot, bored or wearing a soiled nappy. So what could it be? Chances are she’s overtired. Small children show that they are tired through...

Published Tue, Feb 23 2010 2:07 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: General Info, Child Development, is your baby tired?, baby sleeping, sleep requirements, sleep cues

This is the Way We…

This is a very cute action song for even your youngest pre-schooler. Age group: 1 year+ Sing this song to the tune of ‘This is the way…’ “This is the way we pick up the leaves, pick up the leaves, pick up the leaves. This is the...

Published Tue, Oct 20 2009 10:10 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Special Events, Stories, nursery rhymes and music, songs for harvest, autumn things to do

Make an Autumn tree

Here’s how to make a gorgeous Autumn tree with a few simple materials. Age group: 18months + What you need: Large piece of paper (big enough to trace around your child’s arm from elbow to finger tip) It can be white or a light shade of yellow...

Published Wed, Oct 07 2009 2:00 AM by ToddleBabes Parenting Blog » ToddleBabes Toddler and Preschool Parenting Blog

Filed under: Activities for Toddlers, Art and Craft Activities, autumn things to make, autumn trees

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