"It always seems impossible until it's done."
-Nelson Mandela
Hello 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
Source: SwaddlesandBottles
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 nursing. :)
Together with Little Spoon
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Fresh purees for first bites (6+ months)
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Whatever stage your little one is in, they have a meal for it.
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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
Poll Results From 7/13
How frequently do you have date nights?
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Once or more per week (3%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Once a month (21%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ Rarely (37%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 What's a date night? (39%)
Featured Response 💬
“Since I've gone back to work and the boys have started up at daycare, my husband and I are more likely to have a lunch date than a date night out for now, especially as I'm still nursing my baby before bedtime. Our lunch dates help us connect without having the pressure of getting the kids down and then having to stay up "late" for a date, when we're both pretty tired after bedtime routines!”
Lunch dates are honestly such a good idea right now. You get a little time together before the kids are home and the nighttime chaos begins! - Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
Blueberry Baked Oatmeal 🥣🫐
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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:
Generously grease a 3-quart casserole or 9-inch square baking dish with coconut oil.
Whisk together the eggs, coconut milk, honey, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the 2 cups of water, steel-cut oats, and salt.
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.
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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.
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.
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Kids Edition)
Cardboard Suns
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Teach your kids about recycling and creativity with this fun project that uses cardboard to create sun designs for your outdoor spaces.
Gather cardboard, paint, scissors, and glue.
Cut the cardboard into a large circle for the sun and smaller triangles for the rays.
Paint the sun and rays in bright, sunny colors.
Attach the rays to the sun with glue.
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
This book is a game-changer for early communication with your baby.
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. 😊
My First Book of Baby Signs
Educational: Helps you and your baby communicate before they can talk.
Engaging: Fun for both you and your baby to learn together.
Inclusive: Features diverse children, making it relatable for everyone.
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
Mom’s Meme 🤣
Answer
C) 12-15 months