our REALISTIC nighttime routine with a toddler...*don't judge plz*

[@katybruning803]

I am literally a 21 year old w/ no kids living the single adult life & still found this vlog to be comforting, so I can’t imagine how other moms would feel watching this. Your channel always makes your viewers feel at home

[@chantellewalker2108]

100% agree. Im in the same boat

[@hanevanzyl3058]

Same !!!

[@siobhannelson493]

literally same and I am 25 years old

[@khidderley]

I'm a Mum, I adore Sarah, Kurt and Foxy...as a Mum watching this...I'm just like 'yep...toddlers' 🤷‍♀️ Don't know how I survived my son at that age but he's 8 now 👌

[@shelbyfranklin9754]

Behavioral therapist here!! Sezzy, you are doing an amazing job!!! It’s not easy to stay calm and have a neutral tone all the time, especially when it’s just one thing after another! A helpful tip that you could incorporate when fox is throwing something again is to model appropriate play/things he can throw. For example show him a squishy ball and lightly toss it whenever is appropriate to you (in the house/outside) that way he can still get that type of play but in an appropriate manner! We did that at my job with a lot of our kiddos and it definitely helped most of them! (Also great job having him go and pick it up!) ☺️

[@treattrunk]

This is a very RIE approach isn't it, I learnt a lot of this from Janet Lansbury and helped soooo much with my 2nd child. When she kept climbing on the table I gave her something she could climb on instead of just stopping her. Made my life so much easier and my child was happy!

[@memorydocumentation5942]

i love the idea of the ball

[@adelinemcphee9093]

Wow! Love this advice! Trying it today 😅

[@ellarose597]

Kurt: I can’t do that to him Sarah: I can Ahahaha this is such a mum thing I love it. My mum would do the exact same!!!!

[@valeriadelrio-rodriguez4953]

Yea when my fam is on vaca and I have to babysit my cousin I follow Sarah's philosophy "goodbye and goodnight see u in the morning" 🥱 so no worry sez many can relate

[@triplel5669]

You son is clothed, well fed, has a roof over his head, and his parents love him more than the world! You are doing awesome! Keep it up! 💙

[@triplel5669]

@@indigosaura well sure, but I certainly wouldn’t say they are doing the bare minimum for their child.

[@snowie4082]

It’s a girl…

[@victorialang2103]

@@snowie4082 LOL no fox is a boy

[@snowie4082]

@@victorialang2103 oh who’s fox??? What the son’s name?

[@saraxalison7678]

@@snowie4082 fox is their son.

[@courtney.co.7828]

Hey Sarah, I don’t have kids. However I still appreciate this style of vlog. Real life stuff. Thanks for this. Good to know no ones life is perfect. Love to you all xx

[@nelizepretorius262]

Cdghvn th ui8 I

[@kellymiller6802]

Highly agree, I'm no where near having babies and a hubby but I loveeee this kind of content

[@stephaniekyler8981]

OMG! I agree 100% I would love to have kids one day so this is helpful!

[@alissalanden8176]

Same

[@aarrow93]

Just know you are doing a great job. Advice not needed

[@brittanymstewart]

LOVE this type of content WAY more than the curated, “perfect” routine videos. There’s a time and a place for those types of videos, but it’s so comforting to see that influencers have real lives aside from the perfectly posed photos and poised videos we see on the internet 🥰

[@cathyhurst922]

You two are amazing parents. Don't doubt it.

[@BabybelAndMummy]

I love seeing these ‘realistic’ ones that are actually realistic. There’s way too many videos out there that make it look so easy when it’s really not!

[@Starla76]

This vlog was IT Sezzy. The world needs authenticity and you execute it perfectly 💖

[@themasterbower]

“Am I weak? Am I nice? Too strict?” Girl, this is motherhood and it’s so tough!

[@arabellastrickland1675]

You should totally put foxy in gymnastics my 3rd old cousin was the same with adrenaline and want to tumble around and now loves gymnastics gets a lot of the energy out

[@CreativeCoastalAussieMum]

Second this, took both my toddlers to gymnastics around the same age as fox is. Also kind of let them explore how to be extreme but safely if that makes sense?

[@kristyemma]

Highly recommend KindyGym!

[@neyisek6928]

My mom bought my daughter a mini trampoline w handle bars and sound effects for home. She got out all kinds of energy on it. We did gymnastics (tumble) too but was only once a week so nice to have trampoline. We'd also make daily obstacle courses. As she got older she took over creating them for mommy to do

[@hannahb4478]

I think this was one of the first vlogs I’ve seen that accurately depicts life with a toddler 😂 I’m knee deep in toddler motherhood with an almost 2 year old and an almost 4 year old. You’re doing amazing Sarah, hang in there! 💕

[@cloudyhazel7528]

Omg I have two Kids exactly the same age haha I feel you ❤️

[@haileyginnever3544]

I love that you always approach situations as being “hard” or “challenging” rather than bad! You have such an admiral mindset as a woman and a mama!!

[@kassidyc]

Seezy, as a young mom of a 1 year old boy who is coming into his trouble stage full blown, I loved this so so real life vlog so much! I loved this glimpse into how you parent Fox and I took a lot of tips from you! You’re a fabulous mama ❤️

[@ashtongodbee4328]

His little “hiii” is precious!!

[@abbypost7594]

Oh honey, you are doing SO SO great. My daughter is two and I don't believe in self soothing so I have literally sat in my bed for 2 years every bedtime and nap and done sit ups to rock her to sleep holding her. It sucked. Recently, we got ourselves religiously strapped into a very structured bedtime routine, and now all I have to do is upon finishing said routine, tell her to give her dad a hug and kiss goodnight, and then I tell her to go lay in bed, I tuck her in, and we're DONE 🤟🏻🤟🏻🤟🏻 After two years of hellish bedtime that wrecked my body, I am so thankful to say we have found our way through it as a unit. Even after this, she still woke me up literally every hour trying to get into our bed and I did indeed break at times because I needed rest. But I'm so delighted to report that she has slept through the night for two weeks now!!! It is so so so damn hard but I promise you will all find solutions along the way, together. You are all doing amazingly 💖💖💖 I loved this video. Also yes, my toddler is exactly like yours 🤣🤣🤣 pure chaos

[@brookecroton3613]

Totally understand, my toddler is exactly the same, parenting is hard but totally worth it. Loved the raw vlog 😊

[@Sara.m.t]

The way Fox bowed his head and extended his arm to start prayer!! 🥺

[@KatieSev]

Kurt: i don’t know where he gets his weird things from Fox: **copies everything Kurt does**

[@ericam11]

Out of all the videos I’ve seen of mom’s vlogging, I have never related to a video more. 😭 every single thing about this vlog reminds of my day with my two year old from bath time, dinner time, to my husband lying in bed until our toddler falls asleep. Even the “down time” which is working late then watching a new favorite show. Everything is so relatable, I honestly needed this and from one mom to another…thank you, thank you and I’m rooting for you! 🌼🙌🏼 you go, Momma!

[@sarahmichelle5492]

I LOVE how real you are. I feel like you're literally talking to your besties in every video

[@amberray8634]

“ I can’t do that to him, he’s me mate “ 😂

[@makaylaboren445]

😂

[@mandi1615]

I appreciated the "realness" and "rawness" Sarah. As a mum to 2.5 year old boy, I have days like that many days too. And it's nice knowing I am not the only one 🙏❤ I love all your videos, thank you for brightening my day on those spare few minutes I get when my toddler sleeps x

[@keziab6758]

Literally this is the most interesting/entertaining vlog I’ve ever watched in a while

[@nicoledavidson8392]

I just fall more in love with your house every time i see it! #goals

[@michellegreig8735]

Lying here watching this after being awake with my screaming toddler since 3:30am and it's definitely comforting to watch. Thanks for sharing such raw content.

[@susantinnion1794]

😂😂 we’ve all been there, he’s just testing the boundaries, you’re both doing great ❤️

[@meganchavis4000]

This is so relatable to my life as a mom. I have a 3 year old son and I work from home since COVID. I wake up at 4am and start work until about 9am when my son wakes up. I to do not get to bed until almost 11pm every night or sometimes later b/c of all the mom duties and trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. I am also in college while like I said previously work a full-time, at home, 40 hour a week job while having my 3 year old toddler her all day everyday with me. It is so exhausting and my toddler is a mess. I don't know if I exert more energy working, working out or yelling (#parenting) 🤣....your videos are awesome; keep up the good work and know that if you are a mother everyday is a struggle we just have to find the light in each day and remember to make time for ourselves everyday b/c it is easy to let self care fall through the cracks

[@brooklynolliver9301]

So happy for you Sarah, your family is so beautiful - including the chaos

[@eemason]

I cracked up when turned the water off & said “yeah what a shame” 🤣🤣

[@lauraemmerson1816]

I know you’re not asking for advice and I promise this is coming from a place of kindness because I’ve been right where you are. Also totally get that lockdown doesn’t help right now… But we put my little boy into nursery 2 mornings a week when he turned 2. It was the BEST thing we ever did for him. He gets the socialisation and stimulation from the other kids and has some routine/structure to his week. He calmed down immensely, his behaviour improved drastically and his speech came on leaps and bounds. It also gives me a bit of breathing space a couple of mornings a week cause I’m currently on mat leave with my second baby who is 10 months old x

[@lisbethxslander]

My daughter gets exhausted mentally and physically from daycare and we put on abc kids podcast and she is out!

[@becmctaggart9046]

She clearly said no advice. Respect that xx

[@adeleelzinga]

I agree. Sometimes advice from a more ‘experienced’ mother is good. Socialization is so important and I know with COVID things are trying. Else she must just do motherhood her way/style. What you put into your children is what you get out.

[@haleylovesyouuuu]

I so appreciate these kind of vlogs!!! They make me feel “normal” 😅

[@laurenannear]

Love the honesty! Makes me more aware of what life will be like being a mum, it’s not always glamorous. Thank you x

[@lucab.5963]

Hi Sarah, first of all I love these kind of honest and raw blogs. I've been following you for a while and have a son almost Fox's age. I just wanted to let you know that over here in Germany more and more families have all kids sleeping in one room with the parents as long as everyone is happy with it. We never planned on doing it but somehow ended up sleeping in one huge bed with our son and (for us) it works out perfectly since nobody has to get up at night and we are all sleeping so much better. I know you probably feel a certain kind of pressure (especially from other moms or older generations) to have your child 'learn' to sleep by himself. But there are so many studies and certified people that say the exact opposite - it's so important to give this kind of safety to your child and if Fox needs you to be by his side at night right now then that's the only right thing to do. He'll want to sleep in his own bed sooner or later anyways. I think you both are doing an amazing job and there is no need to justify yourself for how you handle parenthood.

[@taylorleigh813]

You are a total beast, Sez ... being a mom is one of the most difficult yet rewarding jobs in the world and you do that on top of this wonderful career you've set up for yourself. Just keep powering through and doing what you feel is right for little foxy!

[@Emily_Marie97]

I have never felt more seen. My toddler is actually the same way. Every night. Thank you I love this.

[@ellysheppard3072]

As a mother of a three year old, the “am I weak? I don’t know. Am I too strict? I don’t know” really hit me 😂

[@makaylaworden2578]

Same! 🙋🏼‍♀️

[@danidollface20]

I have three, six, five and 1 almost 2. I go to bed every night asking myself these questions.

[@nicolesimpson9714]

Mother of a 2 year old and I felt that too!!!

[@laurenbranham1340]

Literally my thoughts every day.

[@kahlibryen3692]

Kurt: "Hes been very joyous today... how are you going?" Sarah: "Dying..." So relatable. This vlog is a week old and i still havent watched the whole thing because of my 2 year old haha. Theyre amazing, uncontrollable little crotch goblins

[@emmahamilton2323]

Omg Fox’s little “hiiii” in the beginning 🥺🥺🥺

[@destinee7326]

I love how real you are with us. Being a mom is tough at times and that’s just honest. You’re doing great, you are a great mom! Don’t be discouraged 💕

[@cha191cha]

I love this raw content so much! And I love watching how you mother hehe please continue these kinds of vlogs! xx

[@jadey3365]

SARAH AND KURT, YOU GUYS ARE DOING A FANTASTIC JOB!!! This parent thing aint easy!

[@nestfulloflove]

“Did you just throw an apple at the wall?” I died. I have a 2 year old also and this is my life 🤦🏼‍♀️😂😩

[@naturally_alice]

hahahahahhahahahhaah

[@elizaluckey5334]

I liked you cranky mum voice 😂 “pick it up now”

[@amandalee2772]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@amberleden]

But honestly, the things that have come out of my mouth that I never EVER would have imagined when it comes to repeating what my toddler has done 😂

[@thodgkin]

Did u notice that on the way to get ice cream that Fox threw something & Kurt said “good throw” - so he is just trying to please dad maybe????

[@paiges9362]

As a mom of a toddler I totally relate to this. Something that I find really helps us is to create a really calming environment after bathtime/about an hour before bedtime- dim lighting, quiet voices, read some books, minimal screen exposure. It seems to help everyone wind down. Also, I recently read the book Parenting with Love and Logic (written by Christian authors) and I really enjoyed it! You are an amazing mom and I really enjoyed watching this 🥰 Thanks for sharing!

[@kenziehiatt4318]

Try not letting him sleep after 3pm. My daughter would do this at that age. I had to set a strict nap schedule and if she wouldn't nap during that I just let her run, and if she got grumpy we went to bed earlier. I conquered it as a single mom. You got this. Parenting is a learning journey. You'll find your path no matter how bumpy.

[@juliematev584]

Yes your toddler is completely normal. I seriously wonder what goes through our toddler's minds!! Like why do they do what they do😅 when they give me a hard time, yes I get upset at the moment but inside I'm laughing cuz they get so creative and wild. It's just funny to me that they can even come up with these things😅🤣 I'm from a large family with so many kids growing alongside mine & all kids are so different but the toddler stage is deff one of the hardest! It's like running around saving their life all day long and taking them down everything they climb😅 your honestly doing great!! I'm sure you don't feel comfortable showing everything that truly goes on. But trust me you're not alone!!! I'm raising a few of my own and I just motivate myself by knowing I'll be old one day and I WILL MISS THIS!!! Even on days they're so tough to deal with, I look at their sweet little face and tell myself I will miss every bit of this view once I'm old and they're all grown. TIME FLIES way way tooooo fast!!!!!!! Blessings🥰😘🤍

[@AlongwithChristy]

He is so cheeky 🥲 you’re a great mum, your patience is always put to the test ❤️

[@RobynRiley]

Supporting your sons sleep always makes you a GOOD parent.

[@heidimilligan3462]

Thx for being so real and raw!!! love this!!! So excited for ur giveaway too 😘😘

[@JanaeCrawford]

Love love LOVED the REALNESS of this vlog! More please! It’s so refreshing to see & hear other mamas - especially someone like you who so many people look up to - show that your still human and just because your a big influencer doesn’t mean the reality of being a mom and mom life is any different. I hope that made sense. Your an awesome mom. I loved this video. keep doing your thang girl 🥰❤️❤️

[@manningfamily7327]

This is my toddler EXACTLY!! The distruction, laying in our bed until he falls asleep, needing a reaction, etc. Thank you for making me feel better knowing I’m not alone. Days are long by years are short ❤️

[@carmibotha4255]

You guys are the cutest family! My daugter is just over 2 years old, so I totally get you and although boys are probably busier than girls (or so "they" say) 🙈 it's exhausting! I get you Sarah! I get you Kurt! Our night time routine also goes pretty much the same. The thing is no one can tell you you are doing it wrong, because according to the book, they are also doing it wrong. My daughter goes to bed @ 20:30 😳 I know! People will have so much to say, but we are trying. Being a parent is difficult, exhausting, challenging. We are trying our best and that is all we can do. You guys are great parents and Foxxie is a great little person. In Afrikaans I will say you as parents are "ysters" 💪💪 Awesome!!! Well done! Keep doing you* ❤️

[@VivienPap]

"Have fun, but don't be silly!" YES YES YES that's all we're asking for 🙌

[@rakelmeetsworld]

im 18 years old and I loved watching this! I loved it because it was so real and not structured and fluffy. honestly - based on what my mum does herself, dont beat yourself up for staying up later and snacking and scrolling on your phone before bed. it's normal, and if you have such a busy day and dont get proper time to just "be", maybe it is exactly what you need xx

[@dustspriteart5325]

You're doing great! Toddlers can be wild, it's just part of life. You're an amazing mom and so patient. Proud of you Sarah 🥰

[@Sarabellla92]

You are an amazing mum! We currently have our 10 month old sleeping in our bed full time just so everyone can get some decent sleep. Some days you’ve just gotta do what you can to get through and it’s perfectly okay. I love the raw vlog, especially the mum in me. There’s something comforting about seeing other mothers have their “struggles”, it’s reassuring that we are all in it together! 💛

[@makaylaboren445]

Seriously parents, moms, are all so amazing! What we go through is not easy and literally is amazing. I’m pregnant with my first and already feel how much life is changing! Hang in there mammas!

[@alyreid7001]

Omg I LOVE this vlog! I don’t have kids and don’t plan on having them for at least 10 years so mad respect for you guys! I found it hilarious and honestly I can’t imagine how hard it is when other people portray perfect lives! Thank you for a showing a real night time routine, I loved it! Love from Canada 💕💕🤗🤗

[@saskiabruinders8455]

Single mama to a two year old - full time, full time work from home mum, We also have the added joy of another crazy lockdown here in south Africa. MY day only starts at 8pm after I've spent an hour lying next to my little one until he sleeps - won't sleep without me. Then I have to start on house work and then start my job. That puts me at around 2am bedtime every morning. this vlog just shows that parenting is hard - whichever way you have it and do it. How refreshing to see the realness of it all. I wish my toddler would eat as well as Fox! SELF SABOTAGE! Lawd! and how seen i feel when you said that. I have been guilty of family size chips too - eating my mama stress emotions. Sounds like you sometimes have what i have sometimes too - bedtime procrastination revenge - because you don't belong to yourself during the day. gahhh! I could cry - this video is NECESSARY REALNESS.

[@keshiamontgomery1069]

When Kurt says how you going and Sezzy says “dying” 🤣 I felt that In my mom soul #toddlers

[@emilyparsons466]

As a mum of a 18 month old THANK YOU for showing this and helping to normalise sleeping in the same room as your toddler. So nice to see someone experiencing the same thing as me.

[@ashleyshorter6754]

fox is literally adorable i love sarah and her family so much!!!❤️

[@amberray8634]

Fox is a wild man!!!! Toddler life! Y’all are such amazing and patient parents

[@makaylaboren445]

I feel like boys are usually like that...wild, crazy, wanting to push moms buttons😂🤦🏻‍♀️ Boys scare me a bit

[@v.michelle2771]

So nice to know my toddler isn’t the only toddler like this lol. And it’s so nice to see a realistic vlog for once!! Keep up the good work mama 🖤

[@Sakura_91]

I think it's cool to see the behind the scenes and the reality of other mums with wild toddlers. Your life does look ideal, in the kindest way possible, so it's refreshing to see the "imperfect" parts, if you will. I love seeing the working late bits, the spontaneous trip for ice cream when it's bath time. It makes you more relatable 😅 My toddler is the same and lockdowns made it even worse because he can't get the energy out. You're definitely not alone, but I think you deal with his energy amazingly. You seem to be patient and explain things to him without making him upset. Very admirable.

[@RafaelaArtist]

*throws something* Sarah: Oh… no! Kurt: Uh nice throw! Hahahahaha

[@dianaf579]

oh my gooosh!! I LOVED this vlog!!! I swear every time I see Foxy I think I'm seeing my 2 year old. They act just the same. Thank you for being so honest and transparent!

[@ameliaevans1752]

Loved the “extra raw”. I loved this vlog so much...and I don’t even have kids yet. Thanks for sharing!

[@monicalittlefield8062]

Girl the book Hunt, Gather, Parent is changing my life with a toddler. Might have some helpful tips for navigating toddler stuff especially in lockdown. I know you didn’t want advice but I just wanted to say I am loving it! I appreciate this vlog SO much. Love how real it is. You are an amazing mom!

[@kelceed]

I have a 1 year old and he is a handful. These vlogs make me feel like I’m not alone dealing with a hyper active toddler ! Love you and your family. You are doing great and I look up to you 🤍

[@angeb7690]

Being a mum is the hardest job in the world, I love that you share your struggles because we all do and it makes all our mums feel normal or at least it does to me. Thank you for sharing xx

[@kaylad7507]

Awww Fox's little hiiiii at the beggining- My heart!

[@torigimpel6114]

I loved this vlog! My boy is currently 9 months and he’s crazy already (lord help me when he’s a toddler) 😂. But I totally felt you guys when you were talking about how night time is your only “me time”. We’re the same. You want to go to bed early to get a good sleep for when they wake up early but also you’ve been in Mum/ Dad/ work mode all bloody day, it’s just nice to have time to binge watch something or scroll through your phone or have a shower, etc. I feel ya! Love the vlog, gal! ❤️

[@gracewilkinson4868]

I am a childcare educator and don’t mean to be passive aggressive in any way, but I think fox would really benefit from some daycare/learning with children. I find a lot of children at my centre really benefit from this. It is no way a reflection of your parenting at all, it may just be a way to stimulate him in a new way ❤️

[@CeLiA_ABC]

I believe it may be due to NSW having a rule about unvaccinated kids not being able to be enrolled into childcare, so that could be the reason why. I guess an alternate solution is to band together and organise a private daycare group with children of similar status?

[@amzee1984]

Daycare didn't make my nephew any better...just tired him out. He would still come home and be a tosser coz he had been an angel all day in daycare and was super tired.

[@bubblyhayleys]

Yeah I’m from Sydney, and we are in lockdown and stay at home orders right now because of new Covid cases. I’d imagine Sarah will when it becomes safe...

[@Charelhuisman]

My child literally turns into a monster after daycare. He holds back all day and behaves then comes home and lets it all out. It’s extremely exhausting.

[@sophiamclean23]

As in Covid vaccine or just the standard baby vaccines? Has Fox not been vaccinated? X

[@brittanyclift814]

I'm crying as I'm watching this. It is so comforting knowing my nights are not bizarre! My son is 20 months old and our nights look so similar to this it's incredible. Thank you, thank you THANK YOU!

[@anabel5777]

I love how it is so realistic, my fav types of videos ❤️❤️

[@kaylaskinner101]

Sarah you're doing a great job! Toddlers are no joke lol it's all a personality thing with them (they are who they are).. my daughter just turned 2 and im feeling overwhelmed with the way she acts sometimes. Remember this too will pass! Just keep doing what you're doing mama

[@u.e.ausb.3904]

"If only that were true, Julia"...🤣🤣

[@juliarunne8508]

Watching you parent fox is so comforting, you're the best!

[@elizabethpina3369]

My toddler was literally the exact same way. I stopped giving her reactions and no naps after 2. If she was still up and was saying no to nap we would just skip it and she would go to bed earlier. My kid would become super hyper after taking a bath/shower so I pushed that time earlier to be able to get out the last wiggles before bed. Best of luck, you are doing great!

[@kierstenhall102]

Agree! Def give it a try

[@AllieJane]

My two year old is wild in her own way and I felt this video sooo much! I loved how real this was ❤️

[@nschulze69]

This is honestly life! My toddler is a replica with that behaviour! I think you guys are doing a great job and it makes me feel good knowing others are in the same boat. 😍😍😍

[@greenybeeny7]

You are doing such a great job with fox!!! i’ve been working with kids for a very long time and what we do is when they have too much “silly” and “crazy” behavior give them a task to do! Fox seems like he always has to be moving so something like gymnastics would be great for him! setting up obstacle courses around the house for him may also be beneficial!

[@kaylairene7680]

They should make those like “destroy stuff” rooms for kids like the places adults can go and throw plates and destroy cars and random stuff but a kid friendly one

[@brandysells858]

Oh my gosh yes!!!!!!!

[@valeriadelrio-rodriguez4953]

That would be so helpful!!

[@rayyg786]

It's called a forest :)

[@cloudyhazel7528]

@@rayyg786 hahahaha

[@jaclynjones1120]

You deserve all the credit and more. I’m not a mom yet but seeing realistic day in a life is a sense of reality, which is need more on social media. Hang in there Sarah you’re doing great! Give yourself grace 💕

[@SARAHAA-ev3nz]

Little tip cuz I used to struggle with my girl when she was your son’s age …. Dim lighting is keeeey trust me on this .. when its near sunset or at least 2 hours before bedtime lower the lights in your house and gradually lower it more … it will relax him♥️

[@taliahunt3213]

I have a 4 yr old and a 3 week old newborn so only just catching up, but if you see this Sarah - one thing that really helped when my first was a toddler was creating obstacle courses that simulate ‘destruction’. Cushions to jump over/on, pots/cardboard boxes to bang a wooden spoon on, etc. It helps get out some of that crazy hyper toddler energy in a way things like painting don’t. And if you change it up regularly, the learning how to do it/challenge of figuring it out can help their mental development. These sorts of random things saved my life when my toddler just wanted to go nutso!

[@ellemenohpee]

Your content genuinely turns my entire day around 💛 I appreciate every moment of yourself you put in to your work and am so thankful I have this to look forward to during my week

[@courtneybrooks4790]

Please don’t feel judged! You are totally not! My son is 4 and does the same things. He loves to he destructive and get my attention. And we also do the same thing with our routine, our son sleeps with us also, in bed, and we shower together and then read stories and go to bed. And I typically fall asleep with him too! All 3 of us in bed together lol. But I know this isn’t going to last forever so I do soak up the moments. And as far as him being destructive, I think it’s a toddler thing! And I do think they will eventually grow out of it. But I totally agree with some days are TOUGH! And that’s totally okay for you to feel that way! Just know, your an awesome mom, and allow yourself grace to have the bad days. Your doing amazing know matter what! Your definitely not alone 💗

[@reutg6478]

This is not a judgment but it will help you: I have the same child. Including tantrums and being an adrenaline junkie and being crazy every night. This is NOT normal. They are amazing, energetic, charismatic kids, but most kids aren't like that all the time. Most kids are like that *some* of the time. First of all, what helps me is knowing this is Ok, I am OK. We are good parents, trying our best, just like you. Secondly, with my kid (who is just turning 6) I know there are some things that *should not* happen before bedtime, or we will be f***ed. They are: 1. Any form of screen. Not my phone, not the tablet, no TV. If I need time to make dinner, he listens to a kids podcast and plays. 2. No sugar. In any way shape or form. Not even fruit. Dinner is protein and fat and a little bit of complex carbs. If possible, make this rule for all of his meals. These kids go hyper on sugar. Fruit is good as long as it is during the day while he is active. 3. No physical play/rough play/crazy games before bedtime. You guys need to create a calm environment. Make the lighting in the house darker, speak quietly, read a story, put on relaxing music, do relaxing things only. Even if Kurt has been away all day, he should not approach Fox with enthusiasm and excitement, but a soft, loving, relaxing hug and a kiss. 4. No going out of the house, driving in the car, going to a loud, busy place (like a grocery store for example). This makes them alert and overly stimulated, which results in a "break down" of craziness later. Lastly, I know it's quarantine and you can't really meet people but it would really help make him a calmer child if he would be around kids his age, at least an hour a day. They will make him more tired and less of a house trasher. They will also set an example for him on how to behave around other people, and provide feedback that is important for his development (e.g. when he throws something at his parents he will get a certain reaction. He will not receive the same patience with kids). My kid was with us at home and with my mom like you guys do, he has a regular group of friends we meet at the park. The last last thing you already know and do: let him be physically active during the day. Swimming, bicycling, running, playing with a ball... and ofcourse eating a healthy diet. All of these helped me, I hope they can help you. P.s. he still sleeps with us, has his own bed in our room, we read a book and hold his hand til he falls asleep, which by now is 10 minutes (used to be an hour like Fox) Sending a huge hug. I can see you are loving, caring parents who only want the best for Fox.

[@kaylakrigbaum7183]

This was such thoughtful, kind advice! Bet it’s helpful for so many people.

[@amberray8634]

I hope she sees this! So thoughtful

[@septserena]

Missed the end of the video where she said she wasn’t asking for advice?….

[@reutg6478]

@@septserena She said "I'm not sure I want advice because its passive aggresive". I tried to be kind. Some people's comments say I succeeded. In all honesty, the Easter vlog really broke my heart and I just felt like I have something to contribute, since I have the exact same experiences with my kid.

[@jadewhillans8933]

LOVED this kind of raw, real vlog. I have a 2 and a half year old little man and he is almost exactly how Fox is! Would never ever judge a video like this, it’s actually refreshing knowing so many other people can relate! You’re both incredible parents 🤍

[@ashleyortega8712]

If you haven't heard it today...coming from another mom...you're doing a great job. Fox is loved, happy and growing. You are the best mom in the world for that little boy. ❤️

[@Danandjunzmukbang]

Love these vlogs and how honest you were in this not that you’re not honest in others it just felt more raw! People will always belittle content creators and think it’s easy to upload a video but there’s a lot of back work and def alot of pressure all the time. Hope you and fox find a happy medium during this lockdown ♥️♥️

[@bellaa1832]

Sarah: fox did you just throw an apple at the wall? Kurt: *fox throws dummy* good throw!

[@DaniArt]

😂

[@melittafodor4770]

Yes ! This is the thing !

[@mibellanote]

Loved it! I know this is probably sick but its nice to see the frustration and sleep deprivation and not just the fun in the sun type of days because its so much more relatable. Dont get me wrong the happy vlogs i love too because they pick my day up. But you got this momma and when baby 2 comes i feel like little man will be the biggest helper.

[@themazza777]

Sarah... I can totally relate with the “me time” sabotage block. Totally!! Doing lockdown with ya sis! Can get a bit rough. Hang in there mama.

[@Taylaur]

I’ve never related to a video more in my life!! I have a crazy 2 year old boy EXACTLY like Fox in all ways, that was like watching a video of myself (only way cuter and with better accents lol). He chucks things across the room, does everything for a reaction, and basically bounces off the walls from 6pm on, yet is the sweetest boy at the same time. Such a rollercoaster! Baby boys are the best, but CRAZYYYYYY!

[@ipsitarao5932]

I loved this so much! the whole do I sleep or do I finally spend some time to just exist and chill is such a real dilemma 😅

[@lilymust5322]

Oh my word I love this vlog! It literally mirrors our night time routine, with TWO toddlers!! Lord help us! But man, it’s so nice knowing I’m not alone. Boy toddlers are CRAZY!!!!!!

[@gwendolinedecat-beltrami6638]

fyi osso bucco is actually made with pasta quite often ;) perfect taste buds Fox ! haha

[@natalieking9041]

I absolutely loved this. You had a very good balance with editing/real life. This is so relatable. I almost feel overwhelmed with the validation I feel. Life is hard some days but I love my son so much. I wouldn’t trade it for the world.