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I'm just a twenty something stay at home mama trying to do my very best to be awesome at my job. I love Harry Potter, crafting, coffee, red wine and stretchy pants. I used to be a world traveler but I've settled down (for now) to have babies. I'm married to my best friend James and I'm a dog mom to Niko (Goldendoodle) and Rahksi (Chinese Crested). Read More…

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❤ Less is more ❤⁣⁣ ⁣⁣ It's easy for me

❤ Less is more ❤⁣⁣
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It's easy for me to get swept up in all the excitement of toys for my kids. I know that I'm 90% of the problem because I like toys almost more than they do 🤭. When I can get back to basics, I remember why I wanted to try montessori methods in the first place. Having less mess, less clutter, less over stimulation, is so much better for all of us. My kids use their imagination more and move their bodies more when they are forced to get creative. ⁣⁣
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Having flashy toys that play for your kids is not a bad thing, but it shouldn't be the only thing. If you find that your kids are ignoring their room full of toys and claiming that they are bored, try clearing everything out and presenting a few simple open ended toys (toys that have more than one function). You may find that they play better and longer than when the room was full of toys! ⁣⁣
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Some of our current favorites: ⁣
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• @terrabybattat animals⁣
• peg people + wooden blocks⁣
• @edushape magic brix⁣
• @kinderfeets balance board⁣
• @nuggetcomfort ⁣
• @sarahssilks (we only have a cheap version so far but they are having so much fun, these nice ones are on my list)⁣
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That's pretty much all they play with these days!⁣
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Have you ever felt like you were drowning in toys? Have you tried simplifying and did it help?⁣
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Do you enforce "quiet time" at your house? It took

Do you enforce "quiet time" at your house? It took us a while to get Leopold used to the idea of staying in his room but I'm so glad we stuck to it. Especially when we were stuck in the house, those 2ish hours were critical to my mental health. ⁣
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I've also found that mass amounts of time spent on social media reading about everyone else's anxieties and opinions and frustration was making me crazy. I might have picked up 3 or 4 new hobbies this year so far 😂 🤑. ⁣
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My latest one is switching out my kids junky toys for unique, open ended, timeless toys. I couldn't bring myself to pay Grimms prices so naturally I went out and spent probably an equivalent amount of money on supplies to make my own. ⁣it was also a good chance to add a little more diversity to our toys! ⁣
One of my favorite parts of the day is quiet time. I grab a "fun drink" like a soda or creamy coffee, turn on @officeladiespod , and paint things in front of the window. It's so peaceful and relaxing! ⁣
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What is something you do for yourself during down time in your day or evening? ⁣
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I learned a lot this week. Thank you to everyone w

I learned a lot this week. Thank you to everyone who told your stories, enlightened those of us who needed it, and shared important resources. I promise I will raise my children to love yours and to fight for them just like I plan to fight for you. ✊🏻✊🏼✊🏽✊🏾✊🏿⁣⁣
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"Nothing can be changed until it is faced." — James Baldwin⁣⁣
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"Differences of habit and language are nothing at all if our aims are identical and our hearts are open."⁣⁣
-Albus Dumbledore⁣⁣
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"There are three ways to ultimate success: The first way is to be kind. The second way is to be kind. The third way is to be kind." ⁣
- Mr. Rogers

I can't really fathom posting regularly this week.

I can't really fathom posting regularly this week. I would rather step back and make space for my sisters and brothers to be more heard on this platform. ⁣
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I'll still be in my stories sharing our day to day as well as posts and resources I find helpful or inspiring. ⁣
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Thank you to my POC friends for teaching me so much and helping me become more aware of my white privilege. I love you and I'm here to listen. We are stronger together ❤. ⁣
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#blacklivesmatter #amplifymelanatedvoices #muted #bethechange #spreadlove

We found our new favorite summer spot today!! Shad

We found our new favorite summer spot today!! Shady and secluded and not full of litter & broken glass...and it's close to home! ⁣
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I saw someone post about making a portable mud kitchen so I thought we would try that out! I might have got a little crazy but I still kept it under $15 and it was all from the Dollar Tree 💁‍♀️. Swipe to see some fun as well as everything in our kit. We will keep it in the car along with a change of clothes (for all of us), a first aid kit, towels, and possibly a tarp to sit on. ⁣
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Can you tell we miss @freeforestschool.columbia?? ⁣
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I love this spot because it's secluded without being isolated, and there's a walking path and playground as well as a few big open fields. Most importantly...bathrooms! ⁣
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Do you have a favorite warm weather hangout?

It's been rainy and gloomy out all week...perfect

It's been rainy and gloomy out all week...perfect weather for being lazy and snuggling on the couch! But haven't we done enough of that the last two months? 😅 ⁣
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I wrote up a blog post today (trying to get back in the habit of that) about the things I do on a "productive" day. That's not EVERY day of course, but sometimes I get a bunch of stuff done in a day and it just feels GOOD. ⁣
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What are some simple things you can do that require minimal effort yet make you feel like you have been productive?? ⁣
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Go check out my latest post on littleprinceleopold.com to read mine! ⁣
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Finley + Arwen // 20 months + 15 months. Both heal

Finley + Arwen // 20 months + 15 months. Both healthy and happy girls! Both breastfed. Both baby led weaning kids. Finley is a bit smaller and talks a bit less than Arwen but she's a little better with jumping and climbing stairs.⁣
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Leopold + Finley// at 20 months Leopold could almost count to 10, knew shapes and colors, and could talk to you in sentences. At 20 months Finley has maybe 15 words but prefers pointing and grunting and the occasional sign language. They might be on opposite ends of the "scale" but both are totally normal. They each have their strengths and are little smarties in their own way. ⁣
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Comparison is the theif of joy. Just because your baby is smaller than all their younger friends or bigger than all their older friends doesn't mean you're doing anything wrong. Just because you see some strengths in one child and not the other doesn't mean they are delayed or lagging behind. It's so easy to compare to your other kids or the thousands of kids on the internet but at the end of the day, we are all doing our best. Chances are, your babies will be just fine! ⁣
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Tell me some of your child's strengths! Brag on your babies!

⁣Our zoo trip the other day was so good for all

⁣Our zoo trip the other day was so good for all of us 🤗. #fableticspartner //⁣
Friday I flooded my stories with information about the reopening of @riverbankszoo and today I published a blog post that is the "long version" of what I put in my stories. You can check out my highlights (Riverbanks) or click the link in my bio if you are wondering what a zoo fresh out of quarantine looks like. I really feel like they are doing a great job at making their guests feel safe! ⁣
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If you still don't feel comfortable leaving the house...don't! If you are ready to get out...go! Only you can do what's best for you and your family, don't let people on social media make you feel like you're doing the wrong thing. Just be smart. Wash your hands, keep your distance, and don't touch your face! ⁣
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I wore my newest @fabletics outfit and let me tell you, as a woman who hates shorts and showing my legs, I'm obsessed with these bike shorts! I have two pair and need a few more for sure. You can get 2 pair of leggings for $24 on Fabletics.com/moveinfabletics when you sign up for the VIP program. #moveinfabletics⁣
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I also FINALLY got to use my @lilyjadeco Caroline out in public 🤣. It was amazing, but I wasn't surprised! #LJCaroline #lilyjade

❤ 5 years ❤ ⁣ ⁣ Some random facts about us

❤ 5 years ❤ ⁣
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Some random facts about us⁣
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1. We got pregnant after dating for 4 months. Best oops ever. ⁣
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2 While we didn't want a "shotgun wedding" just because I was knocked up, we decided to just go for it. We started dating at the end of September, I found out I was pregnant in February, we got married May 23rd. ⁣
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3. We originally wanted to elope and get married in the Disney World/Harry Potter world region, but we ended up getting married in NC in my best friend's back yard. ⁣
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4. Our wedding was beautiful and it cost right around $1k. ⁣
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5. He's African, my dad grew up in Africa, I have an African name, we like to stick to themes around here. Of course a South African and Nigerian accent differ just a tad 😉 but I love them both. ⁣
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6. Our honeymoon was 2 days in NC and one of these days we will have a proper honeymoon! Somewhere all inclusive. I'm taking suggestions if you have any 👇. ⁣
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Tell me a fun fact about your marriage/wedding/spouse in the comments!
Swipe to see us as babies>>> 📸; @caritasphotography

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Don't you love how even your biggest babies look s

Don't you love how even your biggest babies look so tiny and sweet when they sleep?? ⁣
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He's definitely faking for this photo but he did a good job of it! #ad What do your kids wear to bed in the summer? ⁣
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I've been putting Finley in the cutest little nightgowns and Leopold has been SO jealous. He was really excited when these sleep sack/pant suits arrived from @ergopouch_usa today. They were nightgown enough for him! He also loves matching with his sister. ⁣
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These suits are lightweight and versatile which make them perfect for warmer nights. We've been loving Ergopouch since Finley was tiny (see my stories)!

What are your favorite indoor plants?⁣ 🌿 ⁣

What are your favorite indoor plants?⁣ 🌿
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Today we went on a social distancing approved outing! We went to a local nursery and adopted some babies! Swipe over to see them 😍. ⁣
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The kids loved checking out all the plants and splashing in the puddles! I am excited for my new role as plant mom. ⁣
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Some of you may have seen in my stories that I'm operating social accounts for a really cool company, @suiteplants. With 'rona going on, I didn't have a lot of photo content of theirs to use so I started making my own. Turns out, I really enjoy photographing plants! I just got one of their Live Picture GO frames to take photos of so this outing was actually "work related". I'll share the frame once I get it hung up and stick the plants in! ⁣
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I had a few people ask me what happened to Leopold

I had a few people ask me what happened to Leopold's cool loft bed...it's still in the family! ⁣
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Finley was sleeping on a mattress on the floor, and I mean technically she still is, but this is more aesthetic. I wasn't totally comfortable with her climbing up into Leopold's loft bed as I'm not ready to take anyone to the ER, so this was better for all of us. ⁣
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Naturally right after we switched Finley to a big girl bed, our trusty old baby monitor that we got at Leopold's baby shower decided to pass away (RIP). I need to be able to see if Finley's out of her bed making mischief so when @mikucare sent us this smart monitor I accepted it happily! ⁣
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Swipe to see all the cool data this monitor shows us! I knew Finley was a good sleeper but the Miku monitor gives me proof! This girl loves to sleep! I like how it shows movement and tracks their breathing for a little extra peace of mind. I also like that since it's wifi, there is two factor authentication so the live view isn't just out there for anyone to see. It's also easier for my husband and myself to both have the app on our phones so we aren't dragging the monitor all over the house like we used to. #mikupartner⁣
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$Raise your hand if you love Harry Potter!! ⚡⚡⚡ \\Ad// His face may not look it (as I've mentioned, he's not always keen on photo shoots these days) but Leopold is totally enchanted by his new bedroom!⁣ ⁣ ⁣ We were gifted the coolest bed by @deltachildren that looks like the Hogwarts Express! 🚂 It's sturdy and oh so comfortable with the upholstered head and footboards!⁣ ⁣ I went as "all out" as my budget allowed and was able to DIY a lot of the little touches in his room. You can see them all in more detail on my blog (via my stories or the link in my bio). Or just type this in: 𝐇𝐭𝐭𝐩𝐬://𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐨𝐥𝐝.𝐜𝐨𝐦⁣ ⁣ Tell me what you think, Potterheads!! ⚡⚡⚡$

Testing out the durability of our @pedipedfootwear

Testing out the durability of our @pedipedfootwear sandals this evening...who can resist a fresh muddy puddle!? There was definitely a bath after this but who needs a big blow up pool when there are puddles? ⁣
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How was your weekend? Did you venture out into the world, or did you stick close to home?⁣
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My husband and I dropped the kids with their grandparents for a couple hours and had a sexy date shopping at Aldi 😂. We even went home, put the groceries away and grabbed Hardee's on the way to get the kids. What a day! Is it just us or do y'all spend way more money on food when your husband's tag along? ⁣
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We only just started seeing my husband's parents again this week and it's been so nice to widen our circle and have a little village again. Good for the kids and good for our mental health too 🙌.

#ad // Are you ready to #PlayBig?? The day has fin

#ad // Are you ready to #PlayBig?? The day has finally arrived! It's time for the #WorldsBiggestPlaydate! You can download your own party kit on the Little Tikes website and play along for an exciting way to occupy the kiddos this weekend. Swipe to see more fun and our furry guest! #LittleTikes #mommyparties

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