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Lila and Hazel are turning 2-years-old!
How time flies, it is crazy to think that Lila and Hazel are both 2! We did a recap of our feelings when they turned one here (their squishy little cheeks make me want to cry they were so cute!) and wanted to take a minute today to share the best parts about having a toddler.
A lot of people have been asking for the link, so click HERE to buy the rainbow dresses they wore for their rainbow party! They were a hit, only cost $10, and Lila will probably be wearing hers every day from here on out because I love it so much! If you are looking for an easy and cute birthday party theme we suggest RAINBOW!
Sometimes toddlers get a bad rap
Lila and Hazel both definitely have their moments BUT the fun and happy times far outweigh the hard times. Britt and I are both going to share what is making our hearts happy today.
Lila as a 2-year-old is chatty, social, and Disney music-obsessed!
When Lila was born she was immediately a happy and smiley baby. I quickly learned that she loved being social and listening to music. Now that she is 2-years-old I have seen those interests blossom even more.
Lila's favorite things at 2-years-old
These toys and books have been Lila's favorite since she was tiny. You get your bang for your buck because they keep their interest for so long!
The Wonderful Things You Will Be
This book will make you weep when you are pregnant. The illustrations are gorgeous, the message is heartfelt, and Lila holds this one very close to her heart. It is her bedtime book of choice. The Wonderful Things You Will Be
Building Cups
Building cups or nesting cups are so great to keep your toddler busy and learning! Lila LOVES building towers and you can fill them with different items for different activities. This summer she has loved getting them filled with ice and water. Nesting Cups
Melissa and Doug wooden puzzles
Melissa and Doug products are well made and really teach kids skills while having fun. Lila has loved her puzzles and is now learning how to properly put them together. If you want to be inspired, go and listen to the How I Built This podcast episode with Melissa & Doug! 3 Fun Puzzles
My favorite phrases that my 2-year-old is saying
Lila is quite chatty and can pretty well express exactly how she is feeling at any given moment. Some of my favorite things she says are: “Seize the moment!” (too much Coco viewing), “Can I drive the car?” (very serious as she is staring at me from her car seat), “Lila see Cinderella at Disneyland!” (one of her favorite memories), “That is SO cool”, “Maybe later, okay?” (I hear my voice as she says this one, haha)
Hazel at 2-years-old is loving, active, and fun
Hazel at 2-years-old is a lover, climber, and galloper! She tells all of her family and friends “I love you ___!”, whenever she sees them followed by a kiss. She loves to climb on everything – playgrounds have been really fun for her this summer. And she recently started galloping, instead of running. Whenever she gets really excited she starts galloping away and it is just about the cutest thing ever.
My favorite phrases Hazel is saying
The things she says on a daily basis are hilarious! Lately, it is “Listen to Shawn Mendes” or “Dance Taylor Swift”, she would probably rank as their youngest fan. She also says “Thank you” while staring you straight in the eyes and doing something she is not supposed to haha. “Go to Costco” is another favorite phrase and activity for her. And she will always tell you if there is a “helicopler” in the sky.
Hazel's Favorite Things at 2-years-old
Hazel loves interactive toys and games! Here are a few of her favorite things that have actually kept her attention!
Baby ball pit and tunnel
Hazel got this ball pit and tunnel for her 1st birthday and still loves playing in it today. It is great for playdates and works for a lot of ages. Get it here.
Pop book
This book is hands down her favorite! It is interactive and she loves trying to find all the noisy polka dots in the book. Highly recommend.
Water pen and coloring book
Save your walls and buy one of these books!! The water pen has been a game-changer and it can be reused hundreds of times. Melissa & Doug hit it out of the park with this product. We always give these as birthday presents.
We are soaking up every minute of fun during this stage of the girls’ lives. It is pretty great to be their favorite person and to have free hugs and kisses given to you daily. We would love to hear what is making your toddlers happy right now!
