Ideas To Make Your Little Smile 😄

Ideas to Make Your Little Smile 😄

Simple, every day things Caregivers can do to brighten their little’s world

Help your little tie his or her shoes Wash his or her hair in the bathtub Pet your little’s head Pick out his or her clothes Pull him or her into your lap Get his or her pacifier if you notice him or her chewing their lips, fingers, or acting nervous Cuddle him or her Make your little giggle (tickles, jokes, etc) Use little dishes for a meal you’ve prepared Bring him or her a drink in a sippy cup or bottle Stick a crazy straw in their drink Hold their hand in public (especially when crossing the street) Order for them at a restaurant Drive them places (and pick them up) Go to your little’s doctor’s appointments with them Help him or her make tough choices (be their guide) Let him or her fall asleep on your lap or chest Ask them to help you with little tasks and things Ask if they help with little tasks Tell him or her when they are a good girl or boy Tell him or her when they make you proud Take care of them when they are sick or feeling under the weather Remind your little to take their medicine (and praise them for taking care of their health) Suggest naptime, especially if your little seems crabby or excessively irritated Read to him or her (naps, bedtime, any time) Ask your little about their favorite things (and tell them about yours) (animals, colors, shapes, stuffed animals, etc) Whisper secrets to him or her Go through their coloring pages, artwork, drawings, or crafts and tell them which ones are your favorites Teach him or her new things Remind your little about their stuffies’ names Ask your little about their stuffies and toys Tuck them in at night (including a kiss on the forehead) Remind them of their bedtime Remind them to brush their teeth before getting into bed Ask if your little remembered to do things (chores, errands, other tasks) Kiss the top of your little’s head or forehead frequently Color with your little Check for mean-monsters (under the bed, in the closet, in the dark room they need to go to or through) Listen to their excited babbles and chatter (get excited with them) Play pretend with your little Take your little to a park Push him or her on the swings Let your little pick the movie on movie night Tell your little that they are cute/adorable Kiss all of their owies, ouches, and boo-boos Use awesome band-aids (colorful, cartoon characters) Surprise your little Get your little ‘little’ gifts Set up a bubble bath Let him or her draw a tiny heart on you Check on your little’s planner, chore list, or errand tasks Make music with your little Pick out their jammies, PJs, or sleep clothes Cook with your little (and, sometimes, for your little) Take your little to the zoo Take your little to the library (and help them pick a little book) Plan and go on a picnic Take a walk with your little (and hold their hand) Take your little stargazing Visit a museum with him or her Paint your little’s toenails (or let them be silly and paint yours) Make sure he or she has something to cuddle (on the couch, in bed) Invite him or her to a special tea party (with their favorite stuffed friends) Ask about your little’s imaginary friends Plan a themed date night Plan a great adventure with them (even if it’s silly and make believe) Play board games with him or her Play video games with him or her (or watch them play them) Do arts and crafts with him or her Give your little candy/sweets (but not too many) Make your little hot cocoa with marshmallows Help build blanket forts Rub your nose gently against theirs to give special Eskimo kisses Show them a place they’ve never seen before Whisper “shhh” in your little’s ear when they’re upset Wipe away their tears (always) Take your little to see a children’s movie in the theater (let them have a child’s size popcorn too) Sing with them when they break out into song Call your little pet names such as: princess, prince, little one, doll, baby girl, baby boy, etc. Appreciate little gifts they make and give you Make a funny face at them in public Scoop your little one up into your arms or lap Watch cartoons with them Make your little a healthy snack Make a meal of special little foods Give your little an allowance Have your little complete chores (and check on their progress through the day or week) Remind your little to wash their hands before they eat Get things from places they can’t reach Rub his or her tummy when it hurts Start a pillow fight Shoot them with a water gun or nerf gun Quote from their favorite little books and movies Ask silly questions Try to win them a prize at the carnival, fair, amusement park, or any claw machine Take him or her somewhere where they need to dress up to go to Ruffle their hair Boop and bop their nose if their emotions are getting too intense Let them wear your t-shirt/hoodie/clothes Write a note and leave it somewhere for them to find as a surprise Congratulate him or her for doing something they felt was difficult Start their sleepy music at night to help them relax Take your little to an amusement park, a carnival, or a fair Take selfies and photobooth pictures with your little Make pinky promises with your little