Child Development Archives

I Used the Lovevery Play Gym for a Year – Here’s What I Think

July 12, 2023March 27, 2023 by Rebekah

The Lovevery play gym is hyped to high heavens, and it’s pretty expensive. I decided to use it with my son for a full 12 months to bring you my opinions.

Lovevery Amazon Alternatives: The Inspector Play Kit for 7-8 Months

July 10, 2023March 22, 2023 by Rebekah

The Inspector includes nine toys and costs $80. While I loved and bought this play kit (and pretty much all the others) with my own money, you can’t help but wonder: could I recreate it for less on Amazon?

Monti Kids Amazon Alternatives: 4-6 Month Play Set

March 6, 2023 by Rebekah

We love the Monti Kids spinning drum. My favorite alternative spinning drum is the Adena Montessori spinner ($29.99). Get more ideas in this article!

35 Best STEM Toys for 2-Year-Olds in 2024

January 9, 2024February 23, 2023 by Rebekah

Choose the best STEM toys for 2-year-olds and help your toddler learn through play. Many of these are staples in our home (+ mom-approved!).

Monti Kids Amazon Alternatives: 0-3 Month Play Set

February 22, 2023February 15, 2023 by Rebekah

As parents, we all want our babies to have access to the best educational resources available. Monti Kids makes that easy with their bundled play sets that include toys designed to progress with each stage of your baby’s development. But it’s expensive. Check out the Amazon alternatives I found for the 0-3 month play set.

22 Classic Montessori Activity Ideas for Your Toddler

May 30, 2024February 13, 2023 by Rebekah

1. Water play. 2. Sensory bins. 3. Food prep. 4. Stringing beads. 5. Transferring. 6. Cutting with child-safe scissors. 7. Busy boards…. get more ideas in this classic Montessori activity round-up!