5 Tips for working from home with a toddler
Working from home with a toddler isn’t always easy (in fact, some days it feels impossible!). Between Zoom calls, snack demands, and little feet running around, it’s all about finding a balance that works for you and your child. The good news? With a few simple tweaks, you can make working from home feel more manageable — and even enjoyable.
Create Mini Play Zones
Set up little areas in your home where your toddler can play independently while you work. A basket of books, some blocks, or a cosy reading corner with their favourite soft toys can keep them entertained long enough for you to reply to emails.
Work Around Their Routine
Instead of fighting against nap times or snack breaks, build your workday around them. Use nap time for tasks that need full concentration, and keep lighter jobs - like catching up on messages — for when they’re awake and playing nearby. Toddlers love routine, and so do parents when it comes to getting things done!
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Keep Activities Up Your Sleeve
Save a few “special” activities for the moments you really need them entertained (like when you’re on a call). Sticker books, water painting, or a box of toys they don’t get every day can feel exciting and keep them busy for longer stretches.
Make Your Space Toddler-Friendly
If you can, set up your work area somewhere your toddler can be with you safely. That way, they feel included rather than left out - which usually means fewer interruptions. A comfy blanket or a nap mat nearby can be a great way to keep them settled while you get through your to-do list.
Don't be too hard on yourself
Most importantly, remember you don’t need to do it all perfectly. Some days will go smoothly, others not so much - and that’s okay. Working from home with a toddler is all about flexibility, patience, and celebrating the small wins (like finishing a call without background shouting of “snack please!”).
Juggling work and parenting isn’t easy, but with a few smart strategies, it can be less stressful and even rewarding. At Bloomsbury Mill, we’re here to help make family life a little easier - from our Toddler Nap Mat that makes nap time simple anywhere in the house to our easy-care bedding and curtains designed with families in mind. Because when your toddler rests well, you can too.
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