We tried 5 sleep strategies for toddlers and the winning one really surprised me! {issue 48}

Plus, the very best home organization hacks — by teachers on TikTok!

September 2, 2021 No. 48 If you've been to any local store lately, you'll know that fall is nearly here — ceramic gourds, burnt orange everything, and wool throws. After a 90-degree heat wave in the Midwest, I am ready for a change in seasons! —Thao     I Tried 5 Sleep Strategies for Toddlers and the Winning One Really Surprised Me! This summer, we were dealing with a wild and capricious toddler who regarded the notion of sleep as a mere suggestion. In a matter of months, our newly minted 3-year-old went from a sound and solid sleeper, to one that dipped in and out of sleep by whim. As a result, my husband and I were running on empty, often zombie-like and not much fun.   We needed a change — especially one that was gentle, practical, and sustainable. So, we committed to troubleshooting our toddler's sleep, trying five expert-approved methods for inducing those elusive zzz's. read more > cubby follows The Bast family's Insta feed is a must-follow: super-clever ideas for sooooo many ways to make family life fun and EASY.   live     15 Brilliant Organization Hacks I Learned from Teachers on TikTok TeacherTok is a trove of brilliant organizational ideas — but they're great for more than just the classroom! read more >     Before & After: A Child's Vintage Roll-Top Desk Gets a Playful Makeover for Under $40 And — a surprisingly foolproof tip for picking out paint colors for your home! read more > eat     How I Prep a Week of Trader Joe's Meals in 90 Minutes Loaded beef tacos, naan pizzas, and more yummy meals that come together in no time! read more >     The Cookie-Brownie Combo Kids Can't Get Enough Of Gooey brownie goodness melded with the crispy-chewy bite of a perfect cookie. read more > play     Padma Lakshmi Talks About Family Recipes and Her Brand-New Picture Book with Us This food icon, writer, and mom chats with Cubby about her stunning children's book. read more >     All the Best Labor Day Sales for Families Here are all the Labor Day sales you should be shopping this long weekend! read more > cubby finds: strawberries felt bookends Swedish sponge cloth art print notebook ask maxwell My son doesn't like the snacks I pack for him to take to school and it's demoralizing to me. What's your daughter's favorite? Any good ideas? —Shelley I will tell you that Ursula is actually — God bless her! — very good at choosing the healthy snack route, though she's no stranger to ice cream and candy after school and no one's looking.  read more > Maxwell Ryan is a father and was an elementary school teacher in NYC before founding Apartment Therapy. He'd love to answer your question: askmaxwell@cubbyathome.com ( trust us ) Your favorite child Unsubscribe or Manage Your Preferences  View this email in your browser  Apartment Therapy is full of ideas for creating a warm, beautiful, healthy home. If we've inspired you, we may receive a share of purchases made through this email. Apartment Therapy Media 270 Lafayette Street, Suite 1300 New York, NY 10013 ABOUT | CONTACT US | PRIVACY POLICY | TERMS OF USE