Honest VLOG of life with a Toddler 👶🏼✨

[@athenaashleybates4363]

As a toddler mom myself, all I have to say is THANK YOU FOR KEEPING IT REAL! I love my daughter but some days are TOUGHHHH.

[@mommybreakdown]

Yes! It’s absolutely emotionally exhausting. Hang in there ❤ It gets easier with routines and consistency

[@BP-cg1ko]

Same boat over here mama ⛵

[@dardan1984]

Exactly! I love to see I am not alone because I very much feel like it!

[@misbah829]

Totally agree

[@eternalgrowth7122]

GIRL this is my life right now… thank you for being so open and honest with where you’re at. it’s SO HARD, and it’s even harder when you see these unicorn toddlers online or your friends children and you feel alone or like you’re doing something wrong. i’m glad we’re in this together, sending patience 💗😅

[@HeesicaHera]

Same, I get complaints every day from the daycare and I feel like I’m doing something wrong 😑 that is mentally exhausting

[@linnyp5846]

This is BEYOND normal 😂 creepily relatable- thank you for making me feel but so alone as a part time SAHM. My new thing is eating the good food in the corner 😂

[@kellycoffey7449]

ditto!!!

[@alexandraheinrich1002]

Yes our hair is amazing, im checking out hair dressers in Louisville. 🍑⭐

[@kelseyalvesdorosario4422]

something I do is pick two outfits the night before and only let my daughter choose from those two. Sometimes asking a child too many questions at once, makes them more anxious. You will get through this, soon she will be old enough to do more things for herself. Big hugs

[@KatieGraceHealthFitness]

I was gonna say this. Though it still doesn’t always work, I ask 3 times then I make the choice. Get him dressed and if he hates it I validate his feelings and explain why I’m having to help him do it (time restraints ect)

[@jillianwatson6469]

@@KatieGraceHealthFitness exactly, giving them an option and if they still don't comply you make the choice for them with explanation and validation. Otherwise they're going to continue this behavior to get their way.

[@mamateddy_96]

Giving two options or swapping out something for something else has always worked perfect for me and my son! Always give them more than one option but not too many

[@laurab1105]

@@jillianwatson6469 She has already said she does the two option method and even if that doesn't work she will try and dress a plush toy in a chosen outfit to encourage arrow to get dressed but these don't always work with arrow and sadly wasn't working this day. It was just a day where her toddler didn't want to get dressed and unfortunately you can't force clothes on a child when they can immediately just take them off lmao.

[@jenf4616]

We NEED more of this. People don’t see the bad days and ugly sides of motherhood in vlogs, so they think they don’t happen to others. It’s really hard to compare yourself to other people’s highlights in vlogs.

[@maddismind]

Definitely normal toddler-ness. Two tips: For getting dressed on particularly rough days I'll act totally normal and put undies on my kids heads, and socks on their ears (sometimes mine too) then continue getting ready to go until the giggle so much and tell me I did it wrong. I act totally caught off gaurd a d have them show me how to do it right. My oldest is 4 and my youngest is almost 2. Also, on super challenging mornings sometimes we "rewind" and start over. I explain I'm frustrated. We walk backwards to our "starting" point to get giggles going then try again. So far that trick has worked 100%of the time.

[@maddismind]

But really, parenting is a fucking shit show and is so hard.

[@JulietteLatte]

Wow this is awesome thank you mine is 2!

[@shx3sh]

As a single parent myself, it's so nice to see an ACTUAL realistic ditl vlog, because all these other youtubers just show the things that people wanna see, even if it's titled "realistic ditl" .. thank you for keeping it real, I bet it helps a lot of people, including me not feel alone..

[@ginellacoutinho8099]

Hi Brittany, I've been following your channel for a while now, and I never write comments, but just wanted to let you know, I love you content. I have a toddler of similar age and I share the same feelings as you and am so happy you use your platform to speak about the reality of toddler life. It's harder than the newborn stage in my opinion haha

[@stephaniecalderon2598]

Thank you so much for being so honest! I had a such a tough week with my 2 year old last week and felt everything you mentioned in your vlog! Being a mom is the greatest privilege in the world but it’s very very hard at times. A lot of the times moms on KZbin don’t share the tough moments and it can be so unrealistic and frustrating to watch. Thank you for sharing your tough moments and making relatable content . You are not alone girl 👏🏻 you are doing great❤

[@210DesTexas]

Im pretty sure alot of us moms can relate to Brittany. She keeps it real we can all relate.

[@ieniemieniemuiz]

Watching this because mom guilt is keeping me from getting to sleep right now. The frustration over a simple task that we couldn’t get done because of toddler emotions. And to have a fight with my partner over it on top of that. Parent life is seriously hard! Lying in bed whispering I’m sorry to my toddler… Crying over your video because it’s so understandable. And reassuring to see that this is indeed normal parent life. We rock 🥺🥹

[@LG-ss8fw]

Mama of a 20 month old here and I feel so SEEN. Thank you for this, Brittany! Especially all of the deep breaths throughout the day, so that I don’t just completely lose my sh*t. I often give up and don’t take care of me (no hair, no makeup) but you’ve given me a push to keep taking care of myself even through the tough times. Toddler moms unite lol

[@malsawley9010]

As a toddler mum, thank you for keeping it so real! I love the way you navigate the tough points of your life, you are so kind and empathetic through it all! You’re doing an amazing job 👏🏽👏🏽

[@miriamlooney8885]

So much better than the perfectly aesthetic mom videos. This is real life with kids that most people don’t show. There’s so many highs and lows during the day of being a mom.

[@maricelinwonder]

As a toddler mama I constantly feel like a hostage negotiator -- staying calm is HARD but it is the only way to support all of the emotions of our little ones and be there fully for them in every way & moment they need us. Thanks for keeping it real. Many of my days look just like this.

[@jessiedelaney3772]

I LOVED this vlog. So honest and real! Toddler life is so hard and this a nice reminder that the influencer moms we watch/follow have these days/moments too ❤

[@EvaMazu]

Thank you for being real ❤️ it is tough but would never change being a mom for anything. I do feel guilty myself when I feel overwhelmed...But its nice to see you going through the same thing.❤️

[@fizzafatima8051]

Yes! The overwhelming emotions are for real. As a toddler mum your life gets really tough. There are some moments when giving away positive energy to bring up a kid is hard because you have none left ( in that moment) although a kid is a ray of sunshine who imparts positive energy to you, you’re an adult who has her own set of things and needs, which do get compromised. That being said, motherhood is divine and magical.

[@PamelasLas]

I need more of these! I feel like I’m not alone and I can cope ❤❤❤ you’re so genuine

[@racheldoherty]

I have two under two Brit…. You are not alone. You handled an overwhelming day like a pro 👏🏻

[@karlaperez7516]

I FEEL YOU 100%. It definitely gets overwhelming, specially when you have a million things to get done but the plans need to change depending on your toddler's needs that day. I appreciate you keeping it real, these perfect Montessori, sensory, screen free videos make me feel like a Shi**y Mom lol we need more videos like yours.

[@ashleydepape2958]

Yessss!...All. of. this. 🙌🏻.. Love how real this is! My daughter (2 months younger than Arrow).. is going through the same picky dresser stage. What has helped for this past week is asking her what color shirt she wants to wear. It takes away the option of her saying no! You got this!

[@joyfryc3109]

I was just thinking (before this video came out) how I feel so accomplished as a mom somedays and other days I feel like I’m “only” a mom and I get down. It’s so incredible and exhausting all at the same time. You’re doing amazing and also I had no idea how many puzzles I would be putting together as a mom when I bought them lololol

[@wiildonex3]

Not me crying to my hairdresser today about everything going on right now in my life and you come along with this video and make me feel SEEN❤

[@piadeldossi6551]

All I'm gonna Say Is that it's ok to get your toddler dressed, to make them do things that are necessary. Even if they are having a tantrum while doing that, you Just stay calm and you pick the outfit for the day. You are allowed to teach them that certain task are on your schedule...

[@thematthewsfam5925]

You said it perfectly, “most days are a roller coaster” 👏👏 the good the bad and beautiful. Love this honest vlog. I have a 26 month old and 😅🫣

[@emilyalbert7910]

I’m struggling through the beginning of toddlerhood and I have my husband to lean on. You are doing amazing!

[@moomzii]

Thank you for making this video. You are so brave to show the real side of motherhood and especially single parenting. You are definitely not alone.

[@sarahmorrison8922]

This needed to be discussed! Thank you for being so honest and open. It really does help to know we are all in this together. This needs to be normalized!

[@allthingsfabulous09]

Thank you so much for making this video even though it was probably so hard to film and edit. It’s so nice to see the reality of toddlers portrayed and for people to know that it’s not all rainbows and sunshine all the time. I have twins, they turned two in September, and my son is speech delayed and only really can say mama and dada and watching your videos has seriously helped so much and keeps me positive and hopeful. I’m babbling but I just wanted to say I really appreciate and look forward to your videos every week ❤ your an amazing mom

[@jessicagardner4951]

You are so patient. I don’t give choices when it comes to clothes I just have an outfit ready to go

[@jadechandler3054]

Am I really bad because I just force my toddler to get dressed she will scream and cry but once it’s done it’s done 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@rachelolmos5925]

I love the whole “It’s important to take a minute to yourself. A couple hours every couple days to recoup, reset, and refresh your mind. I don’t want to be judged for feeling like it can be stressful to be a parent sometimes. A lot of what we see on the internet in the lens of motherhood is all the amazing parts of it, which there are amazing parts. But nobody talks about the hard days. Nobody talks about how there’s difficult days. I’m honored to be a mother and I wouldn’t change it for the world. You can still absolutely love, cherish, and honor something and still feel overwhelmed, frustrated, stressed, and sometimes sad. Without it totally blacking out all the good. A lot of the mom guilt comes from having to balance things like work/life while also feeling like you aren’t totally in control of your toddler. As a parent you’re “in charge” but - a toddler is learning all these emotions and how to express themselves so in a way- they are in control because you’re helping them learn how to navigate all this and sometimes toddlers have a difficult time with simple things and as a parent you have to be there for your them.” Literally saved that to my notes to get me through hard times lol you’re the best

[@tiffany3511]

Appreciate you & this video. Please continue to keep it real, it’s what I admire the most about you and keeps bringing me back to your channel ♥️

[@hannahyordy]

The mom guilt is real. My baby is 6 mo and I am currently the only working parent and stress and overwhelm are like my natural state of being right now. I think you are doing fabulous, and I appreciate the realness. 💕

[@seaweedandchips]

relatable for sure. thank you for being real.

[@ellenw8367]

So relatable! You're definitely not alone.

[@taylorsutphen]

Wow I really needed this. I am a 24 year old single mom to a 3 year old boy with autism. The days are alwayssss so hard and overwhelming for me. I spend a lot of time comparing myself to other moms on social media because they only show the good parts and not the difficult parts and because most of them don’t have a child with a disability. But I feel so much relief watching this video and reading the comments that all moms feel this way whether their child is disabled or not, motherhood is hard. Thank you for sharing this. 🤍😭

[@MandyRose-11]

lol GIRL I feel so seen!! I love all your content, but this was so refreshing. Your an amazing mama!

[@MsUndead96]

I have a 5 year old & a 20 month old, both boys! Their temperament is intense!! You’re not alone ❤ every day is fun with stress in the mix.

[@wurrrstiiin105]

Thank you for being honest and showing us private difficult times as the good times. I can relate to your feelings.

[@laurenbelus8265]

Seriously THANK YOU for sharing this. I almost screamed into the wind today because this has been my life too for a few months now (my kid is approaching 2).

[@agitastupele4858]

We all do! And your feelings are valid, real and quite frankly so, so normal! I think being a parent does desensitize you to certain behaviors and whining and just tantrums and I think we have the amazing ability to just not let it trigger us but we all have days and we are human and we need space and quiet and just some alone bathroom time! A very big hug to you!

[@TheJayeen]

My day is exactly the SAME!! 🙃🫣 there is no calm minute 🥵 thank you for this real vlog!

[@kiannahdanaelove]

I love the realness of this video. Thank you 💞

[@nikkithesim1518]

Sometimes if my child is having a rough day, I choose the outfit and my child picks out some fun socks! There are variety packs with animals, characters, etc. Also phrasing things like, "You can put your t-shirt on by yourself, or Mama can help you put your shirt on. Do you want to do it yourself, or should Mama help you?," instead of "Do you want to put your shirt on?" Can help a lot! And of course some days are just rough no matter what ♥️ You are doing amazing and being authentic!

[@gothicbubbles]

It takes so long to get the simplest things done with a toddler. It's hard to even explain why things take so long to others. Thank you for sharing!

[@jesssleiigh]

Hi! This was our morning TODAY. Thank you thank you thank you for being real and showing these things as part of your day! You are by far my favorite KZbinr of all time.

[@Jay-uq3rj]

Literally cried with you 😢 I have a 3 yr old I’m struggling right now😅 obsessed with being her mom but wow it’s a roller coaster and not stable at all some days😅 Tks for that x

[@nicolekerlin6185]

I cry out of frustration more than I'd like to admit. My daughter is 2. And she is amazing I love her more than anything. But my boyfriend and I moved to a completely different city where we have no family or friends. So there is no in person support system if I feel like I need help. Even if there was I'm not the type to take it and I'll work around everything to stay with my daughter or take her with me 🤡. My patience has days where it just dissapears and I feel terrible for it but I know I'm doing the best I can. This video helped me feel a lot better and a lot less alone. A reminder I really needed today. Thank you for your videos ❤️

[@Fweedaa]

Sending my love to you mama❤ I hear you!

[@darianalexi]

Hang in there! ❤

[@neelofahally9670]

Really appreciate the real life content. Please keep going

[@Blahlalovely]

I think she said “no thank you.” Aaawe ❤️ I feel you momma and baby.

[@lisas6461]

I have days like this w my kiddo to I completely understand big big hugs 🤗 💗

[@delaneyexpressionalart]

sending you love!! & thank you for keeping it real seriously! i am a full time nanny & i can relate with some things in someways!!

[@bekap6945]

This is the most important and beneficial video I've ever seen from anyone. I compare myself so harshly, and although I really felt for you in the struggle it just made me feel so much less alone in my struggles with my own 2 year old. I'm so grateful for this content, thank you 💕 you're doing such an amazing job, even at your worst you are exactly what she needs ❤️❤️

[@devinjames5685]

Literally every day is different! My son is like this about food. One day he loves a food, the next day he won’t even eat it. It’s very frustrating and very discouraging for me. But hey- he’s healthy and (mostly) happy so I guess that’s all I can hope for

[@gamzetoylan]

I feel you 100% wanting to be there for my daughter especially when she is going through something while I have to do loads of other work/life tasks can get very overwhelming. Btw at bed time I also dress her in the next days outfit, something comfy that we can leave the house with if we need to leave early. Sometimes kids are in an odd period about cloths etc and this kinda saves the panic and chaos for me in the mornings. It is not very often but it is a solution for us. Generally either I pick something for her or offer her 2 options. Sometimes she doesn’t like anything and will ask for other options. Sometimes she doesn’t care at all what I dress her in 😊 you never know how it is gonna go. There are times I also use cartoons to change nappies and get dressed when I need some calm and quick changes before going out. Sure I don’t want that to be a habit but sometimes you just have to find a solution and nothing is perfect. Real life is messy. That’s what I have learned through this journey ❤

[@federicabrunetti3019]

Love this real vulnerable you. I feel you and can relate so much. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏻

[@Maeliyang]

Hahha, the rollercoaster of toddler/kid life is real 😂 thanks for showing this and you’re rocking it Brittany!! ❤

[@sarajanevideos]

I feel you! This is my biggest challenge especially when there are things to do and places to be and you‘ve got to accept that it makes so much sence to change a plan to destress both mumma and toddler😅 hang in the and thank you for sharing❤️

[@SofisMommyWorld]

As a mom of 3 toddlers! This is my life and the fun part if one is absolutely willing to cooperate with me there are 2 others who probably wont. So i live in constant screaming 😂 life is amazing tho🫶🏽

[@BryaYoga]

The most relatable video i have ever watched!! Thank you for making this I feel more normal and not alone, especially reading all the comments!

[@brunaimai5556]

This is one of my fav videos from you by far! I can relate so much, I loved it. Please keep showing the daily chaos that "only" toddler parents know 😅

[@deborahrochell]

Girl you are killing it bad time and all. It’s okay don’t be sorry. Your bad times help us moms know we are not the only ones. It’s okay to not have it all together showing up. Tbh your days look better than mines. Even if it’s not and you show me- this is a no judgement zone over here. You don’t understand how much you’ve helped me negotiate through this. I two have a toddler and I work over nights with my husband working in the morning. It’s hard and we got this.

[@katelenorejohnson6276]

This is my life! You're doing great. 🌻✨

[@kennedymeow]

You’re doing the best you can. It’s obvious that you’re a great mom. ❤

[@heidicupcake]

thank you for this.

[@nikkidiniz]

I had no idea how much I needed this vid! Thank you Britt! It’s not easy to be a working mom and take care of a toddler that is also learning all of these new emotions, that sometimes, we don’t even know how to navigate them… I had a similar morning with my 2y and now that his sleeping, I’m here watching your vid while I take a shower and cry knowing that it is ok, that it will get better! 💜

[@brittanybalyn]

You got this! A shower and a cry is very healing ❤

[@SuperBeanBass]

This is the content we all need. Not just moms, but anyone who knows a mom! Thank you. Yes it’s scary to feel the difficult/negative/challenging side of motherhood, but we all do and this helps create space for that conversation. 🙏 None of us are alone. Ambivalence is healthy. 🫶

[@jenniferfrederiksen9615]

Thank you i needed to see this. Sending you love 🌸🫶

[@sophialopez7647]

This was my favourite video you ever made! Love how open and real this was. You’re doing amazing xo

[@Lifeinlumos]

Maybe when picking out clothes give 2 options sometimes more than 2 options is overwhelming for them

[@breannehudson6677]

Thank you for this video! I’m in the same boat with my toddler and no one really gets it. This is the realness we need!

[@jennifermesher]

So so relatable

[@Misshll]

Thank you for sharing this and normalising the parenting journey!

[@evanotmendez]

Yup, that morning with ur toddler is EXACTLY my life right now 😅😅😅😅 it’s a good time Hahahhaa

[@jennifersandoval3761]

Thank you so much for showing this in your video 🙏🏼🙌🏽I 100% can relate with this and how you were feeling! You are an amazing person and awesome mom! You’re doing amazing! You rock!!! Thank you for being true🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@ginasalazar1764]

Thank you for being honest!

[@ASMRKay_]

I can’t tell you how many tripods I’ve returned because they all SUCK I was already feeling validated from watching your day but you just made my week!! Thank you!!❤ Oh and who can get their child dress in under an hour?🤯

[@jes5icaP]

My toddler wore the same Pj shirt all day and night for two days straight 🤣. It was just a phase and I just decided to not fight that battle. I knew she wouldn’t be wearing PJs all day forever. I find reminding myself she’s not going to be doing this when she’s a couple years older helps a lot with the toddler stuff. I often cannot get my kid dressed in an hour!! Hang in there mama!! As she gets older the toddler things ease off 😊

[@morgan6684]

I'm so here for this comment! Pick your battles!! 😁

[@FlaviaRodrigues-ud8ey]

I think you’re doing great. Sometimes I try to be cool with everything but also my eye starts to twitch when a piece of those kid puzzles is missing.

[@Alex347Fin]

I come from a different culture. We don't have this whole "independence " thing with toddlers. Nothing wrong with having some control over their life. Otherwise YOUR life will become miserable. You can't let a 2-3 year old child control you like that

[@evahymel4357]

This was was amazingly on point. Thank you for sharing the hard stuff. I really love your mom content, so please keep it coming!!

[@heidimargaret306]

Hi, maybe try picking 2 outfits for her then let her choose from those 2 maybe it’s over whelming for her just a thought, your doing amazing 😀❤️

[@kianeknight]

No one would say this is not normal - as a parent at any phase in the tiny human rearing relationship - this is pretty normal and the fact that you treat it so normal is just on point and i hope you keep going to the tune you set - thank you for sharing this version of normal 😁!!

[@angelicadasilva6479]

I’ve been watching you since you were in high school!! (I was in middle school) I’m 25 now and It is so amazing to see you grow and continue to post quality content. I love how raw this video is and how honest it is. Please don’t stop making videos!! ❤❤ it’s always nice to see your videos pop up on my feed

[@annarocha3254]

I am fully on board with communicating with children and trying to talk through most issues. But some mornings....I'm holding that sucker down and putting his clothes on whether he likes it or not. I've already tried to use the phrase "non-negotiable" with my kids. Plenty of things don't fall into this category, but things like being clothed (rather than naked) when going outside and holding my hand to cross the street are non negotiable. I don't care how much you scream and cry, these things are getting done.

[@littlelilybee]

I needed this video. Thanks for being so real. Also I'd love a speech update video! My little is arrows age and also living the speech therapy life

[@melindaswanson9670]

Your best video yet. The real life is chef's kiss

[@brittanybalyn]

❤❤❤

[@makingsummercount]

Thank you for posting all the tough moments too. As a first time toddler mom it is SO validating seeing moms I look up to going through the same struggles. Toddlers are hard!!!

[@stefaniedamato6940]

Definitely relatable! I'm a WFH mom with a toddler 🙃

[@Clairity.Serenity]

4:01 Absolutely! Appreciate your honesty and clearly, YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

[@laurasusan4368]

Way to many options, hold up 2 and ask which ones she wants to wear, if she still doesn’t want to get dressed then just explain that you need to get dressed and leave the house, she’s allowed to be upset about it but getting dressed is kind of a necessity!

[@emmamele7683]

This was so validating lol. I have a 2 year old too and sometimes I feel like I’m the only one going crazy

[@kholoudalmogthwi3664]

Thank u for being honest and filming this video , I’m a mother of a 3 yo boy and my morning looks like this every day 😂

[@4memolove]

The struggle is real with my toddler too she’s 2 as well and I feel like my house is never truly clean smh😅. It’s ok it’s a phase.

[@gisellefitzgerald1556]

Thanks for always being so real. I feel like when I'm pouring from an empty cup my days with my toddler are SO much harder to get through. I'm currently learning how to do things to fill my cup so I can have more patience and give myself grace. You're such a light in this world 🌞

[@crystalrodriguez4398]

Totally get this! I had one of those mornings with my son. Luckily super Nana (grandma) took him for the day while I worked from home. Sometimes we just need that little break to recollect ourselves and continue to be the best moms we can be ❤️

[@kaylaoliveira4617]

THANK YOU so much for creating this video!!! I have a toddler who is one month younger than Arrow and let me just say that this past weekend was such a roller coaster of emotions on our end. Watching your video, I was feeling all that mom guilt and anxiety seeping back in but it also felt good to see that i am definitely not alone. I sometimes feel like I am alone in this but your video came at the right time. Thank you so much for keeping it real and for sharing it with us !

[@slovesjesus4951]

My daughter is almost 4 now so in a little different stage but she still doesn’t like getting dressed or getting her hair done but we have been pretending the brush is Mrs. Brush and we give her a special voice, she gives our daughter hugs and kisses and it totally works. Mrs. Brush also has little convos with our daughter and she loves it. Now we have Mrs. Spray, Mr. Towel, Mrs. Car seat etc. It has been super helpful.

[@user-vn6xo2tc9r]

Sooo relatable! Thanks for sharing! ✨☀️🧡🔆

[@mirandawinn1992]

Toddlerhood is Rough! Just an idea... may or may not work. Maybe try to find matching outfits for Arrow and baby. She might like the idea of dressing her baby up and be more motivated to get dressed herself. Worth a shot anyway