Lately, I've had some followers ask for advice on what to do with their little ones indoors. The toys they have aren't keeping them entertained anymore, their attention span in the jumper is getting shorter, and the need for new stimulation is at an all time high. Over the last month, most of the country has been slammed with cold weather, snow, and rain. So that unfortunately will keep you and the little ones indoors. And let's face it, being cooped up is not fun for anyone. I've been playing around with some ideas I found online and tweeking them a bit to make them a little more baby friendly. Here's what I've come up with:
1.) Shaving cream art. This is very easy to do and clean up! (Great combo I know!) Here's what you'll need:
-shaving cream
-muffin tin
-food coloring
-paint/sponge brush
Fill each cup up with shaving cream. Place one drop of food coloring in each cup and mix. Use a different color in each one. Put your little one in the tub. You might want to make sure there's a non-slip mat on the bottom of the tub as a precaution. Let them paint! The tub or walls are perfect. Not only are they able to create art but have fun doing it. The clean up is of course easy peezy.
2.) Obstacle course. Easy to do and you have everything you need at home. Here's what you'll need:
-pillows (different shapes, sizes and textures)
-an old sheet
-a large soft blanket to cover the floor (just to be safe)
-some extra toys
Build a baby-safe obstacle course. I don't know about you, but my little one loves to crawl all over me and other objects. So what could be better than a soft obstacle course that has different heights and textures for them to explore. Have fun with it! Add a sheet over it and make it a fort with some fun toys at the end!
3.) The edible sandbox. Again, very easy to create and clean up. Here's what you'll need:
-large plastic bin
-1 large container of oatmeal
-7-10 baby cookies
-measuring cups/spoons
Pour the oatmeal into the plastic bin. Take the baby cookies and break them up it to halves. Scatter into the oatmeal. Throw in some measuring cups and spoons for your little one to play with. Let them have fun and explore different textures and tastes!
4.) The never-ending hankey box. This is a lot of fun for your little one. They love to pull, twist, and feel all kinds of objects. My little boy likes opening boxes and tearing through it. So I decided to come up with the hankey box. Here's what you'll need:
-old diaper wipe container (the one that has a push button and the lid pops open)
-handkerchiefs (all different colors and or textures
Tie all of the handkerchiefs together. Then place them inside the wipe container with the first handkerchief sticking out a little bit but still able to close the lid. Give it to them and let them rip into it. Seeing the different colors and feeling textures will excite them.
I hope these ideas help keep you and your little one happy even when you're stuck inside. Please remember to NEVER leave your baby unattended while they are playing or trying these activities. The above activities are also only recommended for babies 6 months and up. Just remember to be safe and have fun!
Xoxo,
Alex
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