Why I’m Learning to Let My Toddler Get Dirty
Yesterday started with something simple: washing the dogs outside. Before long, there was muddy water everywhere, wet grass, and little muddy footprints all across the yard. Naturally, my toddler found it fascinating. At first, she was hesitant. She looked down at her muddy hands and immediately worried that she needed to wash them. Somewhere along the way, toddlers quickly learn that being dirty means needing to clean up right away. But in that moment, I realized I wanted to teach her […]https://taughtandtended.wordpress.com/2026/05/16/why-im-learning-to-let-my-toddler-get-dirty/








