Kourtney Kardashian was the first of her four sisters to have kids, and she remains the only sister to be so strict with their kids- but for a good reason. She loves her little ones dearly, which is evident by the time and effort she dedicates to not only them, but to their well-being as well.

Most celebrity mothers go off on their own while the nanny is home with the kids, but this mom does her best to only leave her three kiddos with the nanny when she has to. Her kids come first, and she makes that clear with everyone. Since the day her first baby was born, she has shown what a dedicated mother looks like, making him number one over everyone—including his father—by being sure he is eating correctly and ensuring that he is growing up the best way he can.

A few years later, she has two more kids, and they are treated the same way her first was. They sleep with her almost all the time, she breastfed for as long as possible, and she ensures that they are as healthy as can be. Those kids are her world, and she shows nothing but love for them at all times, even if she is strict with some rules.

20 Can’t Meet Mom or Dad’s Partner Until It’s Serious

Bringing people in and out of a child's life can be extremely damaging. Allowing them to get close to someone who may not be in their life for long can hurt a child in more ways than us as adults can understand. With both of their parents being single as well as famous, there are often people are trying to get a chance to be with mom and dad. Kourtney and Scott are both actively dating but are sticking by the rule not to bring anyone around their kids unless it's serious. Kourtney made it clear her current relationship must be by introducing the kids last year, as per Hollywood Life. These three children have already been through one bad breakup and likely don’t need to witness another.

19 Hand-Me-Downs Are A Must

Most celebrity parents are caught buying gifts galore for their children long before they arrive. While Kourt might have been on the same plane when pregnant with her first child, she’s certainly taken a page from the book of reality in moving forward with siblings. Many critics and publishers alike have remarked that Kourtney’s younger kids have been spotted wearing clothes that once belonged to Mason. Hey, maybe she just likes to keep them in the family. She seems like a pretty nostalgic mama who would no doubt have a hard time parting with Mason’s first onesie. According to Viralized, Kourtney is “not above being practical when it comes to her kids.”

18 No Junk Food

We all know very well that the oldest Kardashian sister is very much a health buff. From eating her placenta to keeping her kids on a strict diet, she knows what she’s doing, even if it seems weird to others. According to People Magazine, she shared her grocery list with them and there is not a stitch of junk on it. Not only is there no junk, but there also isn’t any gluten or dairy on this list, either. Altogether, she is determined to be as healthy as she can be for the remainder of her life, and she vows that as long as she is around, her kids will be just as healthy as she is.

17 Limited Screen Time

All children should have limited technology time, research says. Children’s brains aren’t fully developed until around the ages 20-21. Being underdeveloped isn’t helped by staring at a television or phone screen all day. Kourtney wants to be able to communicate with her kids, and she feels as though letting them have technology is taking their ability to communicate away slowly but surely. Kids become so glued to their devices that they can barely hold a two-second conversation, which is precisely what this Kardashian mom does not want, according to Parent 24. Remember, kids won’t miss using something that wasn’t a part of their normal routine in the first place.

16 No technology at the dinner table!

Not only is screen time very limited in this Kardashian household, it is not allowed at all during dinner time. Kourtney feels that since her children are getting older, she does want them to have the same skills that other kids have, so she allows them 30 minutes of game time in their game room a couple of days a week and on the weekends. But according to Stylecaster, there is no technology at the dinner table ever. She wants to be able to communicate with her kids at dinner to talk about their days and anything else going on, and she feels that allowing phones and tablets will distract them.

15 No Microwaved Food!

Everyone can be superstitious from time to time. For Kourtney, she is not too fond of her microwave. When becoming a first-time mother, it is normal to do a ton of research on what to do and what not to do. According to Parent 24, the mother of three did extensive research on how harmful microwaves were in the long run and did her best to swear them off forever. Many individuals use their microwaves because it makes everything quicker, but there are so many risks that come with microwaved food that it isn’t worth it. She is strict about herself and all of her kids being as healthy as can be.

14 No Gluten Or Dairy

Every mother has a diet that is okay for her children to eat. Some practice veganism or vegetarianism, and some follow different rules altogether. For Kourtney Kardashian, she follows her own rules, and this means her kids are not allowed to eat any gluten or dairy. This mom notes—via Hello Magazine—that muscle testing confirmed she and her children have sensitivities to gluten, dairy and corn. So, she limits those foods in their diets. Nothing is more important than being sure her kids are living a fulfilling and healthy life, and by restricting their diet, she is helping them to do just that.

13 Only Sleep With Mom

It has been very well known since the episodes aired on Keeping Up With The Kardashians that Kourtney loves to snuggle her babies close, and this means co-sleeping which each of her three kids. This mom wants nothing more than to be with and snuggle her little ones as much as possible, and for this reason, she has them sleep in bed with her. No fear for her, though; she has learned since baby number one and knows how to keep them safe while sleeping in her bed, as reported by Parent’s. Don’t forget to always keep your babies close, and don’t be afraid that they are too old. Children are never too young to be loved by family members.

12 There's no set schedule

Many parents take the time to make sure each of their children is on a strict schedule. Kids can become out of control if they are always doing what they want, but Kourtney doesn’t see it that way. As she admits to Parents, she would rather her kids be around her at all times, and if that means not having a set schedule, then so be it. When kids are little they can pretty much sleep anywhere, and it’s honestly good that they get used to sleeping all over at a young age, especially for moms on the go; their children might need to sleep in the car, at somebody else's house, on the plane, etc. Kourtney’s kids are entirely prepared for that.

11 Pushing Out Plastics

Kourtney Kardashian has made it painfully clear that she doesn’t want anything to do with plastic. She doesn’t use it, and neither will her kids, as she is a stainless steel type of girl. She enjoys using anything but plastic because of the chemicals in most plastic containers, as well as its lack of durability compared to metal, steel, and glass. According to Shape, she uses stainless steel for everything that has to do with her kids’ meals. This includes lunch boxes, containers to store the food before or for leftovers afterward. She plans to stick to this for a long time, too.

10 Bedtime Routine Musts

Although her kids don’t follow a strict schedule, there is a bedtime routine to be developed. She admits on her Kourtney Kardashian website that—no matter how busy she is—she makes the time to put her kids to bed. She believes it’s essential and wants to be the last face her kids see before they drift off to sleep. They start the night by reading at least three bedtime stories; if they want to play before bed, it can only be with their toys and each other, no technology. Last but not least, she makes sure that each of her kids prays with her right before bed before turning on soft lullaby tunes and drifting to sleep. Kourtney says this is her favorite one-on-one time with her kids.

9 Only Homemade Baby Food

For some mothers, it is essential that their children eat as healthy as possible. For Kourtney, she takes the time to make her homemade baby food and her kids are not allowed to eat anything other than the food she makes for them. It is important to her that they stick to healthy diets to help them develop the best they can, and this means being sure they are eating foods enriched with nutrients they need to build rather than the carbs and junk that processed foods are filled with. According to Parents, Kourtney couldn’t be happier with her Beaba, which is her favorite helper when making her baby food.

8 Why Aren’t They On TV?

For the most part, the kids are with the nannies while their mothers are filming for Keeping Up With The Kardashians. There are a few glimpses of the kids every now and again, but for the most part, the reality show is focused on the Kardashian sisters and their daily drama. According to the Daily Mail, the kids are usually napping or having fun at home when mom is over at the original Kardashian house filming. They aren’t on the show as much because filming is Kourtney’s work and bringing kids to work all the time isn’t the easiest, especially as a single mom.

7 All Things Ezekiel

Every mother has their go-to food item when it comes to nourishing themselves and their children. Kourtney Kardashian is no different, and according to Parent 24, she swears by Ezekiel bread. This bread is entirely organic and made out of whole grains. She is very fond of everything she and her kids eat being organic, which is where this type of bread comes in. It can be hard as a mother of three little ones to get them to eat anything other than chicken nuggets, and we commend Kourtney for the ability to raise her kids on a completely organic diet.

6 Nothing Fizzy!

Another common rule, but a strict one in this Kardashian household, is not allowing the little ones to consume soda. Most fizzy drinks contain loads of acidity as well as sugar and caffeine. Not only do little kids not need the extra sugar, but they need a specific amount of sleep to keep themselves developing, and not drinking soda helps make this possible. Kourtney, as she admits to Parent 24, feels that sugar can quickly become addictive and she wants her kids to know how that being able to get sweets is a privilege and never a regular thing. This way, her kids are extra happy when they do get some sugar, but they are also able to stay healthy.

5 Filming Before School?

For a family who gets most of their money from filming reality show Keeping Up With The Kardashians, that starts to take precedence over everything else. We saw it with young Kendall and Kylie, and it’s coming into play now with some of the Kardashian children, too. The difference is that Kourtney takes the time to have her children homeschooled. This way, she can work her kids’ schooling schedule around filming rather than interrupting the kids’ learning just to film. According to The Mirror, though, filming always comes first, and school is a close second for many of the Kardashian moms.

4 No negativity Allowed

It is essential that the Kardashian kids understand what body positivity is. For this reason, none of these kids are allowed to use the word fat—let alone call anyone that name. Although many may feel they are high above the rest of us, the Kardashian moms don’t want their kids to be bullies. It’s vital that each of their children understand that everyone is beautiful in their way, inside and out. For some, this may be a hard concept, but for these women who are always in the spotlight and being judged, it makes sense that they want to raise respectful children. Kourtney has made it clear she’s aware that mothers who speak highly of their body image are less likely to have daughters who struggle with eating disorders, as per Health.

3 The Kids Dress Themselves

The Kardashians are all about style and fashion and want to instill this in their kids as well. To help with this, Kourtney allows her children to pick out their clothes and wear what they want every day. Not only does she want them to find their style, but allowing them to pick out their clothes gives them a better sense of themselves and their personality if they can express themselves at a young age. According to Popsugar, these mothers are often too busy and enjoy that their kids want to pick out their own clothes, as it makes things a lot easier.

2 No Nannies While Kourt Is Around

It is normal for celebrity mothers to hire nannies for their children when they are busy on the set or filming at home even. This mother has made it abundantly clear that if she is home and able to take care of her kids, then a nanny isn’t necessary. As she reveals to Parents, the best part of being a mother is taking care of your kids. For this reason, when she is not working, she wants her kids with her at all times. Babies and small children often get close to whoever is taking care of them the most, which is why Kourtney limits the nanny time.

1 They Have Their Special Day

When it comes to being a celebrity mother of more than one child, life can become hectic. Between filming for Keeping Up With The Kardashians, taking care of three little kids and working on other projects here and there, Kourtney has her hands just about full. Because of this, there have been times when her kids have had to share their big day with either a sibling or a cousin because there isn’t enough time to plan two huge parties. The Kardashian moms could plan two smaller parties, but when you are a part of this family, you go big, or you go home. There is no such thing as a small party, as reported by People Magazine.

References: Viralized, Parent 24, The Mirror, Daily Mail, Parents Magazine, Popsugar, Hollywood Life, Hello Magazine, Stylecaster, Health, Kourtney Kardashian, Shape, People Magazine