Life with young children can feel chaotic; endless toys, overflowing laundry, and a never-ending to-do list. But living simply doesn’t mean having an empty house or a rigid routine. It means creating a home and lifestyle that brings more peace, less stress, and more time for what truly matters. Here’s how to embrace simplicity with two little ones in tow.

Trying to get chores or work done with a 3- and/or 4-year-old around feels a bit like trying to sweep during a tornado. They want attention, they want snacks, and they want to “help” (which sometimes makes things harder and makes everything take longer). While screen time can be a useful tool, there are plenty of other ways to keep little ones occupied while you check things off your to-do list. Here are some tried-and-true distractions that don’t involve a TV.

Motherhood with two little ones—especially close in age—feels a lot like juggling while riding a unicycle on a tightrope. Some days, you’re in the zone. Other days, you’re just trying not to fall. If you're in the thick of raising a 3-year-old and a 4-year-old like me, you’re probably familiar with the noise, the mess, the constant mediating, and the endless snack requests. Here are some survival tips to help you navigate these exhausting but precious years.