11 Mom Tips for Nailing 4th of July (1)

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"You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose."

-Dr. Seuss

Wakey, Wakey, Mommas! Ready to crush another Monday? Or just survive it? Either way, we've got some fun and practical tidbits for you, served with a side of humor.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• Transform into a domestic goddess this 4th of July

• High chair hack: Bib storage made easy.

• BBQ Chicken Salad so good, you'll weep

• DIY Alert: Mini paper village

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Mom Hack

Put a command hook on the back of the high chair to store bibs

Mom Hack

A simple command hook on the back of your child's high chair creates a handy spot to store bibs.

It's an easy fix that'll have you asking why you didn't think of it sooner!

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Lip-Smacking BBQ Chicken Salad

Craving that summer barbeque magic but don't want to abandon healthy eating?

Well, I’ve got just the dish for you: a BBQ Chicken Salad that's going to make your tastebuds dance!

This scrumptious, nutrient-packed meal is your ticket to summer indulgence without the guilt.

Ingredients:

BBQ Chicken

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp paprika

• Cool water & sea salt for the brine

• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce

Salad

• 6 cups chopped romaine lettuce

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1 medium avocado, sliced

• 1 cup sweet corn kernels, drained

• 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained

• 1/4 cup red onion, diced

• 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

Dressing

• 1/4 cup homemade ranch dressing

• 2 tbsp BBQ sauce

Instructions:

1. Fire Up That Chicken: Grilling up that juicy BBQ chicken is easy peasy. Use a simple brine for moisture, then cook on medium heat. Don't forget to baste it with BBQ sauce. Patience is key here, mamas!

2. Whip Up the Dressing: Combining BBQ sauce and ranch dressing is a flavor fiesta. Just whisk them together and voila, the easiest dressing you've ever made.

3. Get the Rest Ready: Dice, slice, rinse, and shred the rest of the ingredients. Easy as 1, 2, 3!

4. Assemble the Magic: Lay out your salad ingredients, top it off with those delicious BBQ chicken slices, and drizzle it with your fabulous dressing.

Wrap-up

This BBQ Chicken Salad is a life-saver when you need a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal for the family.

It’s versatile enough to turn into a wrap or prep ahead for the week, and you can play around with the ingredients based on your kiddos' favorites.

Happy cooking, ladies!

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Daily DIY

Paper House Village

Create a paper house village for your kids' toys. All you need is colored cardstock.

Although younger kids might need help with the details, they'll love their colorful play town.

The tutorial is here.

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Which of the following is considered a language milestone for a 3-year-old child? (Answer below)

A) Understanding simple instructions

B) Speaking in full sentences

C) Knowing the alphabet

D) Reading books independently

E) Presenting a TED Talk on 'The Fascinating Life of Teddy Bears'

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Answer

B) Speaking in full sentences