Monday, April 14, 2014

If Toddlers Ruled the World...

Toddlers are fickle, demanding little people that go from crying to laughing at the drop of a hat.  They are just beginning to understand and use language and explore their world.  They also want things to go their way, and don't want to be told "no".  If toddlers ruled the world (let's be honest, most of them do, or think they do) things would be a little different.

If toddlers ran the world:


  • everyone would survive on bananas, macaroni and cheese, peanut butter sandwiches, Cheerios, and chicken nuggets.
  • there would never be a clean-up time.
  • naps would be optional.
  • so would baths.
  • sippy cups would never be empty (and juice would never be cut with water).
  • there would be no bedtime.
  • TVs would have 3 channels: Disney Jr., Disney Movies, and PBS Kids (go ahead and buy your stock now).
  • everyone would have mandatory dress up time every day.
  • phones would only have the necessary numbers programmed in: Mom, Dad, Grandma, and Grandpa.
  • all disagreements would be solved by hitting, pushing, and biting, followed by a hug and shared snack time.
  • alarm clocks would be banned.  They wake up before dawn anyway.
  • shots would be outlawed.  All vaccines and medications would be dispensed orally and be cherry or grape flavored.
  • no child, or adult, would have any allergies.
  • sandboxes and playgrounds would be everywhere.
  • all houses would be outfitted with indoor bounce castles.
  • no decisions are permanent.  Toddlers could change their minds as much as they want with no repercussions (most do anyway).
  • tantrums are acceptable, and encouraged and allowed to last as long as they want.
  • same with public tantrums.  There would be no need for parents to be embarrassed, since this would now be an acceptable practice.
  • hugs would solve everything.
  • no adult would be able to say "no" to them.
  • finger painting would happen every day.
  • nothing would be breakable.
  • Power Wheels and tricycles would be the accepted means of transportation.
If you feel any important items need to be added to the list, please place them in the comments.

1 comment:

  1. I'm not seeing many downsides to this, honestly. I'd open the food selection a bit more but other than that? Doable!
    Nice list!!

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