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Thanks, there is lots of great ideas there!

It's quite reassuring to hear suggestions for many of the things that we are already doing, it makes me feel like I'm not just making it up. Playdough, books, duplo and are big hits here. We haven't been into puzzles or CDs much but it might be worth trying those again. I'm not game to try lego right now with my toddler, although my preschooler would probably love them.

We can't be late for meals or bedtime either, mnmom23.

We do go out often, I love going somewhere without too much of an agenda. I am starting to find that more difficult as my toddler, who still needs day naps, is finding it hard to fall asleep out and about.

One thing that does concern me about having lots of things is that I worry that more things will lead to more mess and then to unsettled behavior (and then I think it's not enough and get more.)I do want home to feel peaceful.