Blueberry Baked Oatmeal 🫐

"It always seems impossible until it's done."

-Nelson Mandela

Morning Mommy! It’s Friday, and we’ve almost made it through another week of chaos, crumbs, and cuddles. Let’s tackle today with a big cup of coffee.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• ✨ DIY soothing nipple pack

• 🫐 Blueberry Baked Oatmeal

• 🌞 Cardboard Suns craft

Mom Hack

Create a DIY soothing nipple pack

Mom Hack

Here's a clever one: Fill breast milk storage bags with aloe gel and freeze them.

These handy packs are perfect for soothing sore nipples when experiencing nipple pain from nursing!

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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 8/7

What is your biggest fear as a mom?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Not being good enough (64%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Balancing work and family (21%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Losing my individuality (15%)

Featured Response 💬 

You're doing an amazing job, Mama—it's clear how much you care about your son, and that self-awareness shows you're giving him your very best every day, even when it feels tough. Remember, the love you have for him shines through in all those little moments, and that’s what truly matters. - Danielle 😊 

Mom’s Menu

Blueberry Baked Oatmeal 🥣🫐 

Today, we're ditching the hustle of morning stovetop stirring for a breakfast recipe that'll have your little ones beaming.

It's all about a make-ahead, belly-filling, family-friendly delight - Blueberry Baked Oatmeal! 🎉

Ingredients📝

• 1 teaspoon coconut oil

• 2 medium eggs

• 5 ounces canned coconut milk

• ⅓ cup honey (warmed slightly)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 cups water

• 1 cup steel-cut oats

• ¼ cup shredded unsweetened coconut

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• 1 cup blueberries

Coconut not your thing? No worries, butter can stand in for the oil, regular milk can replace coconut milk, and simply add more oats instead of shredded coconut. Likewise, feel free to use rolled oats instead of steel-cut ones.

Instructions👩‍🍳

The Night Before:

1. Generously grease a 3-quart casserole or 9-inch square baking dish with coconut oil.

2. Whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, honey, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the 2 cups of water, steel-cut oats, and salt.

3. Pour this mix into your dish, gently press in those blueberries on top, and cover up. Pop it in the fridge overnight for some sweet dreams.

In the Morning:

4. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Uncover the oatmeal and bake for 35—40 minutes or until it's set and calling your name in the middle.

5. Drizzle with some extra honey, sprinkle with coconut, and serve hot. Maybe add a little extra milk if you're feeling it!

Note📌

• The leftovers (if any!) are great for up to 5 days in the fridge.

• Reheat them as needed or just enjoy them cold. Honey can be swapped out for maple syrup if you prefer.

• Fresh or frozen blueberries both work like a charm.

• You can use canned coconut milk for an extra punch of flavor, or swap in regular milk or another non-dairy milk if that's more your jam.

Wrap Up

A delicious breakfast that frees up your morning and keeps everyone satisfied.

Now, you can savor your coffee, tend to your little ones, or simply take a moment for yourself. Happy baking!

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Kids Edition)

Cardboard Suns

Teach your kids about recycling and creativity with this fun project that uses cardboard to create sun designs for your outdoor spaces.

1. Gather cardboard, paint, scissors, and glue.

2. Cut the cardboard into a large circle for the sun and smaller triangles for the rays.

3. Paint the sun and rays in bright, sunny colors.

4. Attach the rays to the sun with glue.

The tutorial is here.

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It's a fun and engaging way to bond with your little one while teaching them a valuable skill.

I love it because it's not just a book, it's a tool for connection and understanding. 😊 

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Game

Parenting Pop Quiz

At what age do babies usually start walking?
(Answer below)

A) 6-9 months

B) 9-12 months

C) 12-15 months

D) 15-18 months

E) As soon as they discover the cookie jar is within reach

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Answer

C) 12-15 months