Oakville Infant & Toddler Care

Oakville Infant & Toddler Care Sweet, Safe and Secure ... the Next Best Place to Home. Specializing in care from birth to 24 months. St.

Louis-based Lynn Earl Child Care provides loving care for infants and toddlers at affordable rates.

Have you noticed? … Toddlers blink much less often than adults because their blink reflex is still maturing, their eyes ...
09/10/2026

Have you noticed? …

Toddlers blink much less often than adults because their blink reflex is still maturing, their eyes have a smaller surface area, and they focus deeply on new things. This keeps their eyes moist for a longer time between blinks.

Why Toddlers Blink Less

• Developing Nervous System: The brain and eye connection is still growing. It takes time for the automatic blink reflex to reach adult rates.
• Small Eyes: Their eyes are smaller. Less surface area exposed to the air means the tears do not dry up as fast.
• Deep Focus: Toddlers pay close attention to play. High concentration makes people of any age blink less often.

How Their Eyes Stay Safe

• More Tears: Young children often make plenty of tears to keep the eye wet.
• Frequent Rubbing: If their eyes feel dry, toddlers rub them right away to spread moisture.

I noticed this with our little ones a couple of weeks ago so I did some research and had to share because I thought it was interesting! 🧐

🌈 Baby food inspiration for our little learners! 🥣💚Introducing a variety of healthy flavors and textures is an exciting ...
09/09/2026

🌈 Baby food inspiration for our little learners! 🥣💚

Introducing a variety of healthy flavors and textures is an exciting part of your baby’s food journey. These simple combinations are packed with nutrients and can help support healthy growth and development for babies 6 months and older (when they’re ready for solids).

🍐 Pear + Oats
🥕 Sweet Potato + Carrot
🥑 Avocado + Broccoli + Peas
🥒 Zucchini + Spinach
🫐 Blueberry + Banana
🍎 Apple + Cinnamon

Every child develops at their own pace, so always introduce new foods one at a time and consult your pediatrician if you have any concerns about allergies or starting solids. 💚

🤰💛 Nourishing little ones starts long before they’re born.A healthy pregnancy is supported by balanced nutrition, and si...
09/08/2026

🤰💛 Nourishing little ones starts long before they’re born.

A healthy pregnancy is supported by balanced nutrition, and simple, wholesome foods can make a big difference for both mom and baby. Foods like oats, salmon, spinach, avocado, berries, yogurt, nuts, and lentils provide important nutrients that support healthy growth and development.

Every pregnancy is unique, so it’s always a good idea to speak with your healthcare provider about the best nutrition plan for you.

In our childcare home, we love supporting healthy beginnings and celebrating every stage of your little one’s journey. 💕

Just a little vacation update from Texas! 🤠❤️I’ve only been here about 2½ days (we arrived Saturday morning at 1:20 a.m....
09/07/2026

Just a little vacation update from Texas! 🤠❤️

I’ve only been here about 2½ days (we arrived Saturday morning at 1:20 a.m.), and I’ve already been busy shopping! 🎉

✅ Texas souvenirs for all of my childcare families
✅ Halloween party favors for all of my childcare kiddos 🎃
✅ Christmas gifts for all of my childcare parents 🎄

I just couldn’t resist getting an early start while I was here!

Now it’s time to relax and enjoy some delicious Labor Day BBQ from True Texas BBQ! 🍖🇺🇸

I hope all of my daycare families are having a wonderful Labor Day weekend! I can’t wait to see everyone soon and share all the fun goodies I found in the Lone Star State! 🤠💕

Happy Labor Day! ❤️🤍💙Today we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and commitment of all the amazing workers who help ma...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! ❤️🤍💙

Today we celebrate the hard work, dedication, and commitment of all the amazing workers who help make our communities stronger—including the incredible parents, caregivers, teachers, first responders, healthcare workers, and so many others.

We hope you enjoy a day filled with rest, fun, and quality time with your loved ones. Thank you for trusting us to be a part of your family’s journey. Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and relaxing Labor Day!

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from all of us at our childcare family! 🇺🇸

Happy National Hummingbird Day! 🐦🌸National Hummingbird Day is always celebrated on the first Saturday of September. Whi...
09/05/2026

Happy National Hummingbird Day! 🐦🌸

National Hummingbird Day is always celebrated on the first Saturday of September. While our little ones are home enjoying the weekend with their families, it’s the perfect time to watch for these tiny, amazing birds in your own backyard, at a local park, or anywhere flowers are blooming.

Hummingbirds may be small, but they’re fast, fascinating, and fun for children to observe. They remind us to slow down and appreciate the beauty of nature all around us.

💚 Be sure to check the Comments section for some Fun Hummingbird Facts for Kids! They’re a great way to learn something new together this weekend.

Have a wonderful weekend, everyone! 🌺✨

Childhood isn’t about having every moment perfectly planned. It’s about making memories. 🥰Take them outside. Let them ge...
09/04/2026

Childhood isn’t about having every moment perfectly planned. It’s about making memories. 🥰

Take them outside. Let them get messy. Let them explore, laugh, run, play, and be silly. Put the phone down and join them in their little world. 🌳🛝☀️

Because one day, those little moments you may think are ordinary will become the stories they remember most. ❤️

As childcare providers, we get to witness so many of those precious moments during the week and you get the weekends. Make them count.

Give them your time. Give them your attention. Give them a childhood filled with moments worth remembering. 🥰

The dishes can wait. The laundry can wait. Childhood can’t. ❤️

Just a quick reminder …

We are closed next week. We will most definitely miss our little ones but we look forward to seeing them when we reopen Monday, 9/14.

Have fun with them while we’re away! 🤗🩵🩷

Just a reminder …
09/03/2026

Just a reminder …

Play is so much more than fun—it’s how babies and toddlers learn about the world around them! Here are some simple, age-...
09/02/2026

Play is so much more than fun—it’s how babies and toddlers learn about the world around them! Here are some simple, age-appropriate ideas to encourage learning through everyday play.

Recommended Activities & Play

• Sensory Exploration (3-9 mo): Tummy time, looking in mirrors, and exploring soft, textured fabric books.

• Cause & Effect (9-12 mo): Stacking plastic cups, rolling balls back and forth, and pushing buttons on interactive toys.

• Active & Mimic Play (12-24 mo): Pulling wheeled toys, scribbling with large crayons, and playing with toy kitchens or tools.

🍂🧡 WELCOME, SEPTEMBER! 🧡🍂Can you believe September is here already?! We’re saying goodbye to summer and getting ready to...
09/01/2026

🍂🧡 WELCOME, SEPTEMBER! 🧡🍂

Can you believe September is here already?! We’re saying goodbye to summer and getting ready to welcome FALL at Oakville Infant & Toddler Care! 🍁👶🏻

September is filled with some fun things to celebrate, a VERY special first birthday, and a little vacation time for our childcare family! 🥰

📅 SEPTEMBER’S IMPORTANT DATES:

🍗 09/01 – National Chicken Month
📢 09/04 – EARLY CLOSURE at 3:00 PM
🐦 09/05 – National Hummingbird Day
🍕 09/05 – National Cheese Pizza Day
🇺🇸 09/07 – Labor Day — CLOSED (Paid Holiday)
🏖️ 09/08–09/11 – CLOSED (Unpaid Vacation)
👵🏻 09/13 - National Grandparents Day
🍩 09/14 – National Crème-Filled Donut Day
🍝 09/15 – National Linguine Day
🥑 09/16 – National Guacamole Day
🦊 09/17 – National Fox Day
🎂 09/19 – LEO’S 1ST BIRTHDAY! 🎉🥳
🐾 09/19 – International Red Panda Day
🍁 09/22 – FIRST DAY OF FALL! 🍂
🍎 09/26 – Johnny Appleseed’s Birthday
🐰 09/26 – National Bunny Day

There’s plenty to look forward to this month! From celebrating Leo turning ONE 🎂 to welcoming the first day of fall 🍁, September is going to be a fun one!

As always, thank you to our families for being so wonderful and supportive. We hope everyone has a happy, healthy and FUN September! 🧡

Welcome, September! We’re ready for you! 🍂👶🏻🧡

Address

Lemay Woods Drive Off Of Lemay Ferry Road Approximately 1. 4 Miles South Of Butler Hill Road And . 3 Miles North Of Baumgartner/Meramac Bottom Road
Oakville, MO
63129

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 5pm

Telephone

+13148948798

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