So 2 months ago my best friend passed leaving almost for year old Layla-Jai and her daddy John. John is a lawyer and works longggggg hours so Layla stays with Johns parents who are elderly and sturggle to keep up with little miss hyper. So as the godparents me and DF Beau decided we had to help so we are having Little LJ at our house for 6 weeks so John can have some time off and some help. We live 5 minutes away so it isnt that hard but im clueless with toddlers. Shes already broken a clock and a picture frame, i mean i see her most days but ive never lived with a todler its overwhelming and its been 12 hours!! ahhhh me and DF will find a way i spose i just dont know if i can take her saying " wheres mummy?" one more time its breaking my heart.
HOw about joining a playgroup? She would probably really like it and it will wear her out a little
It's best now if you just gather up anything valuable/precious and stick it in the top of your wardrobe. Close your bedroom door at all times or she will get into your makeup (even if you don't have any ).
Have fun, we are here if you need us !
EAT - whats the party line on her mum? What does John tell her? Do you have a photo she can have in her room? Poor little mite xoxoxo
You are a champ - must be completely heartbreaking for you but what a wonderful thing to do for your goddaughter and friend.
Where are you in Melb?
Some local libraries have story/music time for the kids during the week. Any local playcentres around?
Has she any buddies that you could meet for a play?
Our DD loves blowing bubbles, having cuppas, running around the washing line (yep a good one that) and baking....
I just wanted to say that I think you are an angel taking on someone else's young child for a few weeks. I don't have any advice about having a toddler that age as I've just entered the joys of toddlerhood with my 14.5 month old but I wish you the best of luck!
With regard to her asking where mummy is, perhaps you could ask her dad how he answers that question and use the same answer. Maybe something like "mummy is in heaven with all the beautiful angels"
Thankyou x 100000000000000000000
she was so excited about being with Aunty Lo (myself)
she couldnt get to sleep so i tired her out with a game of uno and finally went to sleep half an hour past her usual bedtime not bad for the first night in a house she isnt entirley familiar with and as for toys DF has whipped over to Johns to pick some up toys.
We had a few tears because she didnt have her photo of mummy and her my little pony (awkward) but other than that not a bad first day.
Im exhausted shes so full on but keeping me fit with the running. I just hope i can get through tomorrow without to much morning sickness so we can have some fun ahaha
Just wanted to say, awesome good on you!! Her father will be so thankful for your help. Also if the weather is good, a trip to the park is always good fun & a chance to get out & mingle with other kids.
I agree with Lulu, everything you DON"T want broken, put it away .. high .. behind locks ... keys stored high ... behind locks (get where I'm going)
Then todler proof at least one closet in your kitchen, meaning put EVERYTHING plastic in there and loads of empty boxes, egg trays, empty plastic cooldrink bottles, plastic spoons. Even some old pots and pans. That way she has a place where she can play while you are in the kitchen.
If the daddy tells her "mommy is in heaven" you just stick with it. I hear you when you say it's breaking your heart, mine would too. Just repeat it over and over if she asks you and tell her that although you are not her mommy, you are there if she needs cuddles or kisses or someone to talk about her mommy. Don't not talk about her mother.
Goodluck hun. I'm sure you'll do fine. Todlers are sooooo much fun, most times
YES!! My dd also loves having tea parties and pouring tea to everyone what will have some.
Also colouring, painting, bake some biscuts together, sing songs, play ball, can you get some sand in the garden and play there, read stories, watch movies, clean the house (yes they like that, they make very helpfull child-labourers ) Go for walks in the park, run around chasing each other ... any thing outdoor will wear her out. Fresh air is the best for getting kids tired
I'm with the others, anything that is irreplaceable, move out of the way. Do you have friends with kids? Playdates are good for tiring kids out and giving you a bit of sanity seeing other adults.
Oh my gosh you ladies are a god send
ive started looking into a playgroup and she has a little girl nadine down the road who she will have a wednesday arvo playdate with
Because im not equiped with toddlers toys, shows, movies,games etc
we played it old school
we made sockpuppets and baked some babycakes which she seemed to enjoy probably a bit old for her or boring but i tried my best. She told me tonight the list of things she doesnt eat.
its long.... She doesnt like potatoes apperntly so much for roast and mash idea. I opted for chicken pasta but like i dont know if thats ok gah im cluelesss.
Get some colouring books and crayons...little girls love to colour. Can you get some of her fave toys/DVD's from her house to keep at yours for a while?
Just a tip, it's going to drive you NUTS if she tells you what she don't eat ... rather ask her what she likes to eat and go from there. Chicken Pasta sounds great. I have yet to meet a todler that don't like noodles ... buy a interesting shape ... macaroni can be SOOO boring Also don't try and cater just for her. You can maybe tell her in the moring that it's shepard's pie (try sweetpotato instead of mash on top) for dinner. If it boils down to dinner and she does not like shepard's pie, offer a sandwich with ham, cheese and lettuce/tomato with a glass of milk. But that's it. Next night try fishfingers and chips. Don't bend backwards, she has to fit in with your lifestyle. Accomidate her, but don't give her everything she asks for.
It's really a wonderfull thing that you are doing and I'm sure the daddy is very gratefull. And yes, do get some of her own toys to play with at your house ASAP
I've earned a child overnight :|
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Goodluck hun. I'm sure you'll do fine. Todlers are sooooo much fun, most times 
) Go for walks in the park, run around chasing each other ... any thing outdoor will wear her out. Fresh air is the best for getting kids tired
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