Mama's Little Helper

Noah has been getting to that stage where his never ending energy can be put to some good use! We're approaching the age of "I-can-do-it-myself" rapidly and while I would like to say it's making things easier in some ways (example, I no longer have to go find Noah's shoes...he gladly gets them himself) in other ways finding ways for Noah to help given his limited communication or understanding how to do most things 100% independently can make for some patience-testing moments (breathe, Michelle...it's just yogurt in his hair...he needs to practice using a spoon).

Here are few things he enjoys doing to "help" out...with a nice dose of clapping and praising to follow! Small jobs Noah can tackle include:

1) LOADING LAUNDRY INTO THE DRYER

opening and shutting the dryer drawer...one of his favorite activities with or without clothes!

paying special attention to his blanket

 2) SWEEPING THE FLOOR



3) CLOSING THE DISHWASHER DOOR (and opening it...again...and again....and again...)

4) PICKING UP HIS BLOCKS AND TOYS BEFORE BEDTIME
5) GETTING HIS SHOES AND PUTTING THEM AWAY
6) PUTTING ANY ITEM "ON THE TABLE" WHEN ASKED...LIKE HIS DIAPER WIPES OR SIPPY CUP

I am especially looking forward to his "help" when the new baby comes...and I'm sure there will be many more "patience-testing" moments to come!