If you’re like most moms, you overbuy when the first baby comes along and you wind up with enough toys to open a small preschool. When babies are little, maintaining the number of toys can be manageable, but as they grow, it becomes increasingly challenging to know what to keep, when to get rid of something, and how to store it until the next baby comes along.
I do recommend rotating toys. This is a great way to maintain a clutter-free environment and it’s like Christmas when you take a toy out that your child hasn’t seen in a few months.
A great way to make the toy situation feel less overwhelming–and to maintain a little control–store toys in clear containers that are labeled, especially when it comes to blocks, play dough, doll house pieces, etc.
If you’re storing items in an open space like a playroom, consider choosing similar containers to hold toys. Not only does this help with clean up, but it creates a seamless backdrop and appears to be less cluttered even if you are housing enough toys for a playgroup.
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