Toddler hair hack!

Managing hair can be fun but when it comes to toddler’s hair, it can be a big job depending on your baby.

My almost-two-year-old daughter hates it when anyone touches her hair, you need a major distraction to get anything done! And you’d better be quick too!

Her hair grows fast, it knots around the hairband quite quickly so it needs regular maintenance.

I use a gentle moisturiser and a soft brush to help soften her curly hair.

Usually, I place her in the big sink outside, and she plays in the water while I try to get her hair done.

She loves looking beautiful. I often find her digging in my makeup bag and after finding her favorite item; lipstick, she tries to apply it in the mirror. I used this factor to my advantage and found some cute pictures of little girls her age with pretty hair done. I showed her these images while touching her hair and telling her that she can have her hair look that pretty too.

Today I went a step further and found some YouTube videos of toddlers getting their hair done. She loved it! She sat still while she sucked on her homemade rooibos ice lolly.

Afterward, I praised her for sitting still and told her just how gorgeous she is, she beamed when she saw her pretty new look.

Finding the right distraction is best as well as unique to every mom and child. It may be that drawing serves as a better distraction, or maybe your child likes you reading to her/him. Finding what works best for you both is the goal!

Happy hair doing!!