We’ve all been there.. Waiting with toddlers. And if they are awake. 99.9% of the time waiting without anything for them to do is NOT EASY. Keeping a toddler entertained can be one of the hardest things to do.. Especially when you both are getting really impatient. Unexpected waiting is the WORST. Like when you are waiting to get your oil changed, or when you are waiting for the doctor at the doctor’s office. (Which never seems to fail EVERY TIME we go).

I’m hoping that some of these ideas can help you with your VERY IMPATIENT toddler in the times that we need them to be the most patient.


Let’s break this down in a couple different points so that we can try to get something that will help most mommies!


Keeping them busy when it’s just mommy and toddler! (In room at doctor’s office..etc)

• Body Counting Game (Older toddlers that can count)

This game can be played with one toddler, or multiple kids! 

-- How you play, have your toddler or the kids response to such request..

Examples:

1. Blink your eyes 3 times
   
2. Pat your head 5 times
   
3. Clap your hands 1 time then jump 2 times
   
4. How many hands are in the room?
   
5. Turn around 2 times.
   
6. Open and shut your mouth 4 times
   
7. Stand on one foot for 6 seconds
   
8. How many fingers are in the room?
   
9. Tug your left ear 8 times, then tug your right ear 2 times
   
10. Touch each finger to your thumbs and count the touches
    
11. Shrug your shoulders 9 times.
    
12. March in place 14 times
    
    

SIMPLE ENOUGH AND IT CAN ALWAYS HELP LEARNING TO COUNT. :)

• Jumping Jacks 

Because toddlers have more energy than most of us mommies put together. So burning some won’t hurt anyone’s feelings if you are in the right place to do so. 

• Play Simon Says:  

This timeless game is the perfect way to keep kids active (i.e. burn a little energy) and occupy their attention all in one!

• Find the Body Part
  

This is another game that can be played with one or multiple kids or just one.

-- How to play.. Have them find all kinds of body parts. Such as the ones that are listed. Some are more difficult, so that’s what will keep them busy ( by guessing where these parts can be found)  
 EX: ankle, ankle bone, elbow, thigh, calf, eyebrow, eyelash, cheekbone, chin, earlobe, nostril, wrist, elbow, funny bone, knee cap, nape, cuticle, biceps, triceps, jaw, jawbone, joint, knuckle

Some of these aren't going to be for EVERYONE. Some are going to be messier than some mommies would like, and some might just not work for some toddlers. All our little ones are so different with different personalities. So if you aren't seeing anything for you or your little one.. Go ahead and make suggestion about what you would like to see. Or check back in a couple days and see if there are any updates... I hope that I can meet a variety of needs for all the mommies and toddlers in different situations. Please be patient and work with me, for I am new at this as well.

A TODDLER, A MARKER (crayons, color pencils or a pen) AND A BOX! 
Seems simple enough, and you would not believe how long the silence will last! LOL! This one can be messy if you use markers.. So I suggest either play clothes or just let them play in a diaper. If you buy your diapers by the box, what a great way to reuse those boxes. And you can still use the box for storage and such..  The box isn't ruined, just a little decorated :)

Another pretty simple one. Little kids love to see things fit in other things! Things like these keep my toddler giggling while playing. We recycle all of our plastic so he knows just were to find empty bottles to play with anytime! You don't have to use Popsicle sticks either. You can use anything.. Tore up pieces of paper for example. I love things like these little games, because you can use different things that you have at home and they work just as well! 



AS I COME ACROSS MORE I WILL SHARE, AGAIN I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU.. ENJOY YOUR RAINY DAY!

Hi Ladies! Let me tell you a little about myself... 
I'm Marcie Nartker! In just 2 short weeks I will be 21! I am married to Justin, who I have been with for 6 years & married for 2 and a half. We have a wonderful son, Rylan! He will be 2 in July! I am 31 weeks pregnant, due July 12, 2015. With a princess who we are gonna name "Vyctoria". We are so excited!