5 Ways to Make This Winter Unforgettable with Your Little One

Oh dear, autumn and winter might not sound very appealing. It’s cold, wet, and seems endlessly dark. Your energy levels hit rock bottom, while your little one seems to reach new peaks—especially at night, when they’re wide awake and going through a sleep regression phase. Great! But pull yourself together, because here are 5 ways to make this winter unforgettable with your mini!

Cozy Naps Together

Yes, your energy is at -10, which is the perfect excuse to binge Netflix on your day off or take a power nap when your little dragon is also catching their midday snooze. When you both wake up, you’ll be refreshed and ready to enjoy some fun activities.

The Christmas Show at Your Local Garden Center

Say what?! It might not be the first thing you think of to do with a little one, but this is how I survived the last weeks of my second pregnancy with a toddler. Most garden centers start the festive magic in October — their usually dull setups transform into wonderlands filled with twinkling lights, cheerful music, magical fairies, whimsical animals, and lots of cozy vibes. So park your toddler in the cart and stroll around at your own pace. The Christmas village will quickly become your mini’s favorite spot. Bonus: grab a treat at the café — happy you, happy mini!

Dancing in the Rain

We adults think six times before stepping out in the rain, but little ones still see the magic in a rainy day. Let your mini put on their rain boots and a waterproof suit, and go splash in puddles together. The look on your baby’s face will be pure gold.

Winter Walks

Nothing beats fresh air for your little one. So bundle your baby in a carrier, slip on comfy boots, and head outside for a walk. It might sound boring, but it’s truly refreshing and a huge energy boost for you. Afterwards, you can cozy up on the couch with a warm hot chocolate.

Cookie Time!

Baking cookies together might sound chaotic — flour and batter flying everywhere, your mini zooming around the kitchen like a whirlwind. Luckily, pre-made dough is available at the supermarket, perfect for your little one’s short attention span. Together, you can shape, decorate, and enjoy delicious cookies in no time.