Waddles Playground: The Indoor Play Space Every Toddler Mom Dreams Of

If you’re a mom of a toddler, you already know the truth: keeping up with their energy is a full-time job. Some days, it feels like all you want is a safe place where your little one can play, climb, and explore (without you worrying about them being run over by big kids) while you actually take a breath. That’s exactly what Waddles Playground offers! Toledo’s newest indoor play space is designed just for children 5 and under. It’s clean, calm, and full of fun, the kind of spot that feels like a lifesaver on long days when you need to get out of the house but also want somewhere stress-free.

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Creating a Sensory-Friendly Sleep Space at Home

Creating a sensory-friendly sleep space at home can make a world of difference for children who face challenges with overstimulation, such as those on the autism spectrum. Creating a cozy sleep environment can make life a little easier for many moms, especially those juggling work and family, while helping their kids thrive. 

Here are some simple tips to get started!

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Make Your Own Bath Bombs at Buff City Soap in Toledo

“Awesome”, “the coolest”, & “surprisingly not too girly!”! So, what was supposed to be a “mommy & me” day with my youngest quickly became a sibling day once all three kiddos caught wind of what we had planned. And what exactly had we planned? To make bath bombs at Buff City Soap! The kiddos legit loved it! I was a bit shocked; even my tween boy had fun mixing up the bath bombs & his takeaway. It’s surprisingly not too girly! Yup, he had his reservations at first, but anything with the word “bomb” in it can’t be too girly, right?! Lol! Here’s how our awesome experience went down….

 

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10 Teen Approved Things to do in Toledo

Being a teenager is “hard”, “the worst”, ” brutal”, etc., to say the least!! And truth be told, raising a teenager isn’t much different than raising a toddler. And as a parent, raising a toddler, I mean, a teenager, you will be met with much resistance when it comes to activities. Here’s the thing: that resistance is their insecurities manifesting and projecting. Is it safer to just stay at home on their device? Sure. But that doesn’t help them become the person they are meant to be. As parents, we need to encourage and, at times, push them outside of their comfort zone.

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