I am so glad to read this post. I was feeling guilty about not playing with them all of time but I used to and it got to the point where they were all getting so needy. Once I let them just play freely, it is so much easier on me and they do SO great! I have also learned to rotate toys more, I used to have everything out and it caused 2 issues-1. The playroom could get into a mess fast because there was simply too much stuff, and 2. They had too many choices and acted more bored. Sometimes less is more.

My laundry room is right across from my playroom so I have full view of the kids and I just fold the laundry on my kitchen table which also has full view of the Playroom. My kitchen also is in full view so I am pretty lucky in those regards.

Free play is the way to be!

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