https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:42:07 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919469 Fri, 09 Oct 2020 14:53:52 +0000 foodiebee 2919469@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>These are great!! Thank you all so much! And it's good to hear that I'm not crazy for thinking we'll just go outside anyway, no matter the temp. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919467 Fri, 09 Oct 2020 12:49:36 +0000 SteelerGirl 2919467@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Check out Busy Toddler on instagram. She has a whole category of activities for that age (she calls them "tabies"- not yet a toddler, but also not a baby). She also has a website.</p> <p>ETA: Her Pom Pom Push activity literally kept my "Taby" occupied for 20+ minutes DAILY when he was that age. Not every kid will respond to every activity, but once you find one they love, they can do it over and over and it never stops being fun. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919465 Fri, 09 Oct 2020 09:43:56 +0000 MrsSRS 2919465@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Good winter clothes and multiple shorter outside sessions daily. See the gearing up as part of the activity, not a waste of time.</p> <p>Indoor activities from busytoddler</p> <p>Quiet time and indoor play from workspaceforchildren </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919459 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 19:22:51 +0000 pachamama 2919459@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@foodiebee: are there any rec programs, like ice skating? Library classes or rock n tots at the YMCA? Gymnastics? Ski lessons? Not sure what covid looks like in your area but here in NY they still will have some programs for littles. Even once a week breaks up the weeks.</p> <p>Otherwise we do embrace the winter even tho I bitch about it. Can't tell you how many times I've stood outside in the goddamn freezing cold pulling my kids around on a sled track we made (and he goes to outdoor school).<br /> Nature walks after fresh snow, tubing/ sledding.<br /> Michaels/AC moore, even TJMaxx have cute kids craft sets pretty cheap, like stepping stone things.<br /> Go away for a night<br /> Children's museums?<br /> Family dinners</p> <p>These are the ways we get through our 7 months winters 🤪 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919458 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 17:35:00 +0000 peaches1038 2919458@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We live in Seattle now but have lived in Chicago and Maine and we have always just gone outside. My husband likes to say “there’s no such thing as bad weather, just bad gear!” </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919457 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 15:36:39 +0000 annem1990 2919457@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I’ll admit I really hate going outside in the winter in Wisconsin. Things I do:</p> <p>- Water Play: fill pots/pans with water and bring out bath toys, spatulas, spoons, etc<br /> - Save lots of Amazon boxes to color or play in. After they’ve lost interest after a few days I’ll recycle it, just in time for the next one to arrive and we start over<br /> - Pillow Party: Put all of the pillows from the house in one carpeted bedroom and jump around<br /> - Bin of dried beans and hide little toys<br /> - Bake cookies<br /> - We bring our plastic slide inside<br /> - Homemade salt playdough</p> <p>I think my biggest hurdle is not that the kids get bored, but more so that I do. That in turn makes me cranky and feel less motivated. So I also try and do a lot of “jobs” for me during the day...<br /> - Go through everyone’s closet once to organize and get rid of things that don’t fit or no longer want. Kids like playing with balled-up clothes :wink:<br /> - Wipe all cabinets and give kids a cloth to “help”<br /> - Go through play area toys and donate things we no longer use<br /> - Cook dinner together<br /> It takes twice as long to get chores done, but the kids are entertained and enjoy “helping” and I feel productive after a day of just being at home. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919454 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 13:34:08 +0000 ALV91711 2919454@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I’ve learned to suck it up and bundle up and go outside. We don’t spend as much time outside in the winter but the kids need the fresh air and to burn off energy. </p> <p>Like @jennlin821: we’d be inside half the year otherwise. </p> <p>Not to say sone days we don’t stay in. But then I let them just play and have fun with their toys. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919453 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 12:34:19 +0000 jennlin821 2919453@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Go outside! </p> <p>Get your kiddo (and yourself!) good winter clothes and head outside! My loved playing in the snow. If it was just cold without snow, she still loved going for walks (walking &amp; in stroller). We've used a beach set (pail, shovel, boat, etc.) for winter fun for 3 years now. My DD also loved pulling a wagon or sled around. </p> <p>We would typically spend 1-1.5 hours outside in the morning and another hour in the afternoon. It takes a while to put all snow clothes on and off so really this will take up much of your day between meals and naps too :) </p> <p>We live in Maine, so if we didn't play outside, we would be stick inside from November to April! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919451 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 11:36:27 +0000 winter_wonder 2919451@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We still try to go outside even if it's for a very short time. We do more building forts and activities inside. I think we're going to get these things for winter: </p> [attach=5135/20/qhw64r.292x600.Capture-_2020-10-04-21-18-10.png] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/how-do-you-entertain-your-kids-during-winter#post-2919450 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 11:18:34 +0000 foodiebee 2919450@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My 15mo DS adores being outdoors and spends most of his days playing in the water and exploring our backyard. I'm starting to wonder what we'll do once it gets cold. What do you do with your outdoor-loving kiddos when the weather changes? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dyson-humidifier-1#post-2788226 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 12:24:33 +0000 Mammabare 2788226@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks for responding everyone! @MrsLemonLime glad you told me I think it will be worth it in the end. @foodnerd81 yes that has been my thought every time I see anything about Dyson anything lol! And @hellobeeboston I have been eyeing it for a while and didn't feel like I could justify the cost. But we've been through three humidifiers and its starting to feel like when we bought four vacuums only to end up buying the Dyson. For us items that get heavy use are just worth a little extra if it limits replacement costs. Also, both my sons had/have sleep apnea and we think that having a good humidifier will really help. My two year old had his adenoid removed a year ago, but the apnea has returned because his tonsils are so huge. We think its irritated from the dryness in the air. Doc said she could remove it but its not ideal to do a tonsillectomy on a 2 year old. So we're trying to find other ways to reduce the size of his tonsils enough to stop the apneas from occurring. In any event, long story to say I'm going to get it and try it. I'll let you ladies know what I think after we put it to use! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dyson-humidifier-1#post-2788159 Tue, 21 Nov 2017 22:29:15 +0000 hellobeeboston 2788159@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I really want this, the price is giving me pause though. </p> <p>I’ve hated almost every humidifier we’ve owned, just not sure this is worth it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dyson-humidifier-1#post-2788154 Tue, 21 Nov 2017 21:34:49 +0000 Foodnerd81 2788154@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Ha- i read the title of this and immediately thought “I want it”. </p> <p>We like the Dyson vacuums. I’m sure the Dyson humidifier is a lot more expensive but a lot better than my crane ones. I’d love to know what people think. </p> <p>@Mrs. Lemon-Lime: good to know. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dyson-humidifier-1#post-2788034 Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:22:31 +0000 Mrs. Lemon-Lime 2788034@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have the humidifier and air purifier in LO’s room. He has the best air in the house. We started off with a different humidifier that you find on lots of Baby registries and definitely like the Dyson products better. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dyson-humidifier-1#post-2788033 Tue, 21 Nov 2017 12:17:48 +0000 Mammabare 2788033@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Just wondering if anyone had any thoughts on the Dyson humidifier? It's expensive, but my son is pretty much up all night coughing. I know I could get a cheaper one but we will probably put it to heavy use. Need something that doesn't get everything all wet and is easy to maintain. I own a Dyson vacuum and I like the quality and ease of use( and cleaning) of their products. Let me know if you own one or know someone who does! Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/toddler-cabin-fever#post-2784338 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 20:50:49 +0000 Mae 2784338@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is the hardest part of parenting for me, currently. Since my 3.5 year old stopped napping-- it feels like the days can be endless. We generally try to get out for 1 big thing or 2 small things per day. So a big thing would be like-- the zoo, or the science center. A small thing would be like, taking her to the grocery store or going to the park. I feel like breaking the day up by getting out of the house really helps us even if it is just a trip to the grocery store. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/toddler-cabin-fever#post-2784327 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 19:53:44 +0000 erinbaderin 2784327@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We have memberships to the zoo (lots of indoor pavilions) and the science centre, we go to the trampoline place, we sign them up for parks and rec classes (guaranteed hour of running around), and we bundle up and go outside - my husband and 20 month old did some rain-biking today while I took B to Sportball. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/toddler-cabin-fever#post-2784280 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 10:37:16 +0000 Alba4 2784280@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I invest in good rain and snow gear... we still spend time outside every day. I stock up on games and crafts. I try to make play dates and sometimes visit playgyms. It’s a long winter! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/toddler-cabin-fever#post-2784277 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 10:33:11 +0000 AnnabelleG 2784277@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I have a 18m old and 3 year old and we’re already going crazy with cabin fever. Or I am, anyway. What do you all do in the rainy months to keep your young children occupied?</p> <p>Thanks! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dressing-kids-for-cold-weather#post-2783360 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 20:00:20 +0000 Ina85 2783360@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I put lo (9 months, crawls and cruises everywhere) in fleece lined leggings and fleece lined joggers and sleeveless onesies under long sleeve tops with fleece jacket or hoodies or a midweight jacket for now. Once it gets into the 30's and lower, I'll put her in actual coats, she has different winter coats of varying thickness. So lots of layering, it gets so cold outside here in Ohio and then it's warm everywhere we go inside stores, houses etc. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dressing-kids-for-cold-weather#post-2783316 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:31:20 +0000 snowjewelz 2783316@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I've had 2 winter babies... DD2 is 10.5 months and we do </p> <p>Short sleeve onsie<br /> Long sleeve onsie or shirt<br /> Leggings<br /> Socks &amp; Moccasins</p> <p>Right now it's been enough to put her in a thick fleece hoodie (50s in the morning). As it gets colder, I have a fleece bunting from Columbia. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dressing-kids-for-cold-weather#post-2783315 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:31:16 +0000 catgirl 2783315@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>In general we just used layers. That way it was easy to go from inside to outside. I agree with the various one piece buntings, we had a fleece one and a snowsuit one. We also sometimes use fleece lined leggings - I know carters and target have them. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dressing-kids-for-cold-weather#post-2783310 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:15:57 +0000 bhbee 2783310@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We were all about layers when we lived in boston! Pretty much always an undershirt/onesie and a sweater/warmer shirt once it got cold plus outdoor gear. We had snow pants for legs but only wore for the super cold or real snow. There are also some cute lined overalls and such for extra warmth.</p> <p>ETA I guess we didn’t wear snow pants until walking. We had a stroller bunting too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dressing-kids-for-cold-weather#post-2783308 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:13:26 +0000 catlady 2783308@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>How cold has it been in your area? I'm in New England and I'm a fan of bunting for babies. Really easy to layer over clothes and covers the whole body. We have several in different thicknesses. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/dressing-kids-for-cold-weather#post-2783306 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:04:05 +0000 codeitall 2783306@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I love my daycare. They are the sweet grandmothers that insist on the babies all wearing hats :)</p> <p>But the last few days, we've sent my daughter (7 months) dressed in a long-sleeve tunic and leggings with a little coat, and they've been wrapping her up in a sweater to be outside. So clearly I need to get her warmer clothes :wink: </p> <p>My first thought is getting boring short sleeve onesies to go under her clothes so she has another layer, but maybe I should be upgrading her outfits to thicker material? Or better coats? What about her little cold legs? And how do I dress her in a way she can go outside and not roast to death inside?</p> <p>I should just take this as an excuse to go shopping ;)</p> <p>So how have you dressed your little ones for winter? Tips for still-crawling children who want to be outside too? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/storing-diaper-supplies-in-a-car#post-2666758 Fri, 16 Dec 2016 19:42:11 +0000 Eko 2666758@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My wipes recentlyrics froze but very quickly thawed.... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/storing-diaper-supplies-in-a-car#post-2666715 Fri, 16 Dec 2016 17:35:20 +0000 gingerbebe 2666715@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>One thing I've done recently that's been awesome is keep a small packing cube with diaper stuff in my purse. I use a tote bag and fits in there so nicely! It's got a Chux pad, 2 diapers, a small packet of wipes, a ziploc bag for disposal, and a spare sleeper/onesie. Love it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/storing-diaper-supplies-in-a-car#post-2666671 Fri, 16 Dec 2016 16:17:41 +0000 lilyann 2666671@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would still keep diapers in the car, in case you run out :grin: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/storing-diaper-supplies-in-a-car#post-2666668 Fri, 16 Dec 2016 16:15:34 +0000 meadow 2666668@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thanks all!!! I didn't even think about the wipes freezing!!! Ugh!! Back to the drawing board. I'll have to do like @Shannon: and get travel sized ones to keep in my work bag so that it comes inside during the work day. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/storing-diaper-supplies-in-a-car#post-2665699 Thu, 15 Dec 2016 11:06:36 +0000 shabang 2665699@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Wipes will freeze, and Aquaphor will be rock solid. I have a small bag (makeup size) with those supplies that I throw in my regular purse and carry inside with me in the winter. </p>