2023 Holiday Gift Guides Are Here!
I am so happy to share some of my favorite holiday gift ideas for the season. Each list is broken down by age range: Babies Under 1,...
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jillybeansnyc
Nov 3, 20231 min read
Spark Your Child's Creativity With This Simple Invitation
Fall has always been my favorite season. And while I love a good fall festival, picking apples or pumpkins, etc, there are so many simple...
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jillybeansnyc
Oct 17, 20222 min read
Three Things To Consider When Creating Your Child's Playspace
Did you know that your child’s play environment can have a major affect on the way they play and interact with their toys? Here are three...
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jillybeansnyc
Mar 15, 20221 min read
My Favorite Play Objects for Tummy Time
Tummy time can be a struggle, but enlisting the help and support of play objects and materials can help! Here are a few of my favorites:...
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jillybeansnyc
May 10, 20211 min read
DIY Sensory Bottles
Looking for the fun, calming effects, and stimulation of sensory play without a mess? Try making sensory bottles! They are so simple and...
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jillybeansnyc
Feb 3, 20213 min read
Seeing Things in Black +White: My Fave High Contrast Image Products
I've always loved finding easy ways for parents and caretakers to interact with their little ones at home. But now, as a new mom, I truly...
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jillybeansnyc
Aug 28, 20203 min read
My Go-To Supplies and Props for Jillybeans Toddler Classes
I'm feeling excited for the fall, but in this new world, the classes I teach look different than ever before. As a result, I've been...
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jillybeansnyc
Aug 18, 20201 min read
Some Of My Favorite Ways to Engage with An Infant
I had an opportunity to write a piece for Monica and Andy's blog, the M+A Edit to share some of my favorite ways to play and engage from...
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jillybeansnyc
Jul 28, 20203 min read
Three Tips to Encourage and Foster Independent Play with Your Baby
The topic of independent play is one that has been coming up A LOT lately for me, particularly in the age of Covid when people are...
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jillybeansnyc
Jul 16, 20204 min read
My Fave Toys for the First Six Months
I often get asked when toys should be introduced to babies. This question is usually followed by "What baby toys do you recommend?" For...
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jillybeansnyc
Jul 14, 20202 min read
Sensory Bin Basics
If you know me, you know my love of sensory play runs deep. Sensory bins are easy to throw together, and are always a hit for a large...
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jillybeansnyc
Jul 13, 20201 min read
No beach? No problem!
Sadly, I imagine many of you, like me, have not yet been to the beach at all this summer. But, who says you can't bring the fun of the...
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jillybeansnyc
Jul 10, 20201 min read
Toy Car Play Three Ways
Here are a few of my favorite activities for little ones who love their toys cars and trucks: -Tape Roads: Masking tape really is the...
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jillybeansnyc
Jul 10, 20201 min read
Bubble Painting
The only thing better than blowing bubbles? Painting with them! First, you'll want to lay out your "canvases." Cardstock, construction...
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jillybeansnyc
Jul 10, 20202 min read
First Blog Post and a Big Announcement
Hi and welcome to the Jillybeans blog! For those who don't know me, I’m Jill. I’m an early childhood educator and development play...
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