Listen, sometimes we all just need a second to catch our breath, tidy the toys that our kids didn't pick up after being asked 40 times, or go to the bathroom and pee . . . alone. For those "I need a minute" moments, we believe there's no shame in that "Netflix is my coparent" game. Especially when it comes to needy, wiggly, energetic toddlers.
Ahead, our favorite shows on Netflix [1] that make for valuable and educational screen time for your toddler (and for longer screen-time sessions, see which kids' movies are slated to stream in 2019 [2]).
Trolls: The Beat Goes On!
Netflix's description: "As Queen Poppy celebrates a time of peace in Troll Village with parties, competitions and special occasions, Branch tries to be more fun-loving."
Number of seasons: 4 (season 5 coming Jan. 18!)
Watch Trolls: The Beat Goes On! here! [4]
Llama Llama
Netflix's description: "Beloved children's book character Llama Llama springs to life in this heartwarming series about family, friendship and learning new things."
Number of seasons: 1
Watch Llama Llama here! [5]
Super Monsters
Netflix's description: "Preschool kids whose parents are the world's most famous monsters try to master their special powers while preparing for kindergarten."
Number of seasons: 2
Watch Super Monsters here! [6]
The Magic School Bus Rides Again
Netflix's description: "Ms. Frizzle's kid sister Fiona takes the wheel at Walkerville Elementary, leading the class on wild adventures packed with science-fueled fun."
Number of seasons: 2
Watch The Magic School Bus Rides Again here! [7]
Julie's Greenroom
Netflix's description: "Adorable puppets stage their own musical under the watchful eye of mentor Julie Andrews in this original kids' series from the Jim Henson Company."
Number of seasons: 1
Watch Julie's Greenroom here! [8]
Word Party
Netflix's description: "Meet Bailey, Franny, Kip and Lulu. They're adorable baby animals, and they want you to join the party and help them learn!"
Number of seasons: 3
Watch Word Party here! [9]
Beat Bugs
Netflix's description: "With songs made famous by the Beatles, five friendly bugs learn big lessons about the world around them -- all from the safety of their own backyard."
Number of seasons: 3
Watch Beat Bugs here! [10]
Ask the StoryBots
Netflix's description: "Five curious little creatures track down the answers to kids' biggest questions, like how night happens or why we need to brush our teeth."
Number of seasons: 2
Watch Ask the StoryBots here! [11]
Kazoops!
Netflix's description: "Music meets imagination in this inventive animated series about thinking outside the box and having fun."
Number of seasons: 3
Watch Kazoops! here! [12]
Treehouse Detectives
Netflix's description: "When their animal friends need help, brother-and-sister team Toby and Teri use the clues and follow the facts to solve mysteries in their own backyard."
Number of seasons: 2
Watch Treehouse Detectives here! [13]
Motown Magic
Netflix's description: "Imaginative boy Ben transforms his city by bringing colorful street art to life, armed with a magic paintbrush — and the classic sounds of Motown."
Number of seasons: 1
Watch Motown Magic here! [14]
True and the Rainbow Kingdom
Netflix's description: "When something's wrong in the Rainbow Kingdom, bighearted guardian True and her best friend, Bartleby, are there to grant wishes and save the day."
Number of seasons: 1
Watch True and the Rainbow Kingdom here! [15]
True: Magical Friends
Netflix's description: "The power of friendship can solve any problem -- and the Rainbow Kingdom's got plenty to go around. Cue Bartleby and True for the rescue!"
Number of seasons: 1
Watch True: Magical Friends here! [16]
True: Wonderful Wishes
Netflix's description: "Do-gooding True and Bartleby will go anywhere to make wishes come true — from the bottom of the Living Sea to the tip of Mount Tippy Tippy Top!"
Number of seasons: 1
Watch True: Wonderful Wishes here! [17]
Dance & Sing With True
Netflix's description: "True and her friends are making music -- and they want you to dance and sing along. So cut loose, silly goose! These fun beats are totally sweet."
Number of seasons: 1
Watch Dance & Sing With True here! [18]
Luna Petunia
Netflix's description: "With help from her magic toy chest, fun-loving Luna Petunia enters the fantastic land of Amazia, where adventures, friendship and learning await."
Number of seasons: 3
Watch Luna Petunia here! [19]
Luna Petunia: Return to Amazia
Netflix's description: "Luna Petunia returns to magical Amazia, adding memories to her scrapbook with old friends — and a new pal from the Animal Empire."
Number of seasons: 2
Watch Luna Petunia: Return to Amazia here! [20]
Popples
Netflix's description: "The adorable Best Popple Pals love helping their friends and neighbors, but every time they do it seems to backfire in hilarious ways."
Number of seasons: 3
Watch Popples here! [21]
Puffin Rock
Netflix's description: "Life is sweet on beautiful Puffin Rock, where puffling Oona, her baby brother Baba and their pals learn about nature, friendship and family."
Number of seasons: 2
Watch Puffin Rock here! [22]
VeggieTales in the City
Netflix's description: "With exciting trips to the big city, the ski slopes and beyond, the Veggie friends expand their horizons and learn valuable faith-based lessons."
Number of seasons: 2
Watch VeggieTales in the City here! [23]
VeggieTales in the House
Netflix's description: "Bob the Tomato, Larry the Cucumber and their Veggie pals venture beyond the kitchen counter in these playful adventures with Christian themes."
Number of seasons: 4
Watch VeggieTales in the House here! [24]