This means a lot to me. As a full time mom who happens to have a full time career, I have to be intentional with my time. (Yes I put the mom part first because well that’s the main priority)
I intentionally go out of my way to spend individual time with each child. I want them to know that mommy will always make time for them. I’m not saying I have to take off work for a week and sit at home. By no means. But even if you only have an hour there is a lot you can do.
Here are Some of my favorite things to do with my toddler when we don’t have a lot of time.
Starbucks trip- she gets to have her cold coffee (cold hot chocolate) and I get to get my tea. We sit, chat and enjoy each other’s company. Also, when we have extra time we take our flash cards our workbooks and get some studying in for her. It’s a change of scenery from doing it at home so she loves it.
Color- we keep crafts at home. So I will pull out crayons and construction paper in a heartbeat. Take it one step further and color on the balcony or patio.
Playing dress up- my daughter is in the dress up stage. So I stand by and assist her while she changes outfits 20 times.
Go for a walk - I kill two birds with one stone. If I have to go to the grocery store she Can walk with me. We race and play games like I spy with my little eye on the way there and back.
Huggy/cuddle time- my youngest is 4 months and loves to be held. I often take her in the bedroom and sing while rocking her. Just her and I. The toddler loves to cuddle as well. She actually came up with the name huggy in our house 🤗.
I’m intentionally about spending one on one time with each child. We bond as a family. But I need them to know that they are special. Feel free to share some ways you spend individual time with each child.
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