So, I’ve got kids, and mornings in my house? Total chaos. Getting everyone out the door looking somewhat presentable is a challenge, to say the least. I’ve been experimenting with different hairstyles for my little ones to make our mornings a bit smoother. Here’s what I’ve been up to:
The Classic Ponytail
First off, I started with the good old ponytail. It’s a classic for a reason, right? I grabbed a hair tie and pulled my daughter’s hair back into a simple high ponytail. It took me literally seconds. It’s super easy, and she looked instantly neater. I found that using a bit of water helps to smooth down any flyaways, making it look a little more polished.
- Gather all the hair at the back.
- Secure it with a hair tie.
- Smooth down flyaways with a bit of water.
The Quick Braid
Next, I tried a braid. Now, I’m no expert, but I found that a simple three-strand braid is pretty quick to do. I divided my daughter’s hair into three sections and started braiding. It took a bit longer than the ponytail, maybe a couple of minutes, but it looked really cute. I noticed that braiding keeps the hair out of her face much better throughout the day, which is a big plus.
- Divide the hair into three equal sections.
- Start crossing the sections over each other.
- Secure the end with a small hair tie.
The Double Bun Fun
Then there were the double buns. This one was a bit more adventurous. I parted my daughter’s hair down the middle, made two high ponytails, and then twisted each ponytail into a bun. I secured them with hair ties and a few bobby pins. This style took a little more effort, but it was totally worth it. She looked adorable, and it kept her hair up and out of the way all day long. We even got compliments!
- Part the hair down the middle.
- Create two high ponytails.
- Twist each ponytail into a bun.
- Secure with hair ties and bobby pins.
The Half-Up, Half-Down
I also tried the half-up, half-down style. This one is great because it’s quick and looks like you put in more effort than you actually did. I took the top section of her hair and pulled it back into a small ponytail, leaving the rest down. It’s a nice way to keep the hair out of her face while still showing off her length. Plus, it’s super versatile—you can add a little braid or twist for extra flair.
- Take the top section of hair.
- Pull it back into a small ponytail.
- Leave the rest of the hair down.
The Headband Hero
Lastly, I used a headband. Honestly, this is the easiest of them all. I just slipped a cute headband over her head, and it instantly made her look more put together. It’s perfect for those mornings when you’re really in a rush. I found that picking a headband with a fun pattern or bright color can make it even more fun for the kids.
- Choose a cute headband.
- Slip it over the head.
- Adjust to keep the hair in place.
So there you have it—my experiments with quick and easy hairstyles for kids. These styles have made our mornings so much less stressful. Give them a try, and see how it goes. It’s all about finding what works best for you and your kids. Happy styling!