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Use a Changing Pad on a Dresser to Save Space
Danielle Sexton
September 16, 2024
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Hello, Queen of the Chaos! Ah, Monday—the day when coffee flows like water and screen time limits are more of a suggestion. Today, we’ve got some space-saving hacks and tasty recipes to kickstart your week.
Today’s Mommy scoop:
🛏️ Changing Pad on a Dresser? Yes, Please!
🐟 Salmon Cakes: The Dinner You’ll Feel Good About
🍁 DIY Rustic Wreath for That Fall Vibe
Mom Hack
Use a changing pad on a dresser instead of a changing table
Mom Hack
Forget the changing table and maximize your space with a two-in-one solution!
Use a comfy changing pad on top of a sturdy dresser. This way, you've got all your little one's clothes, diapers, and wipes right at your fingertips.
Plus, the dresser can be used for years to come, long after the diaper days are over.
My actual nursery is fairly tight, so this was a game-changer in our household 🙂
Everyone cleans their clothes and dishes regularly but when was the last time you actually made sure that the appliance responsible for doing the cleaning was clean itself?
Sad Fact: Dirty appliances don't clean well. You wouldn't bathe in a dirty bathtub so why are you washing your things in dirty machines?
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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
What's your favorite hobby?-> Vote to reveal what other moms think |
Poll Results From 9/13
What's your favorite type of family vacation?
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Beach holiday (48%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Adventure trip (35%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ City exploration (9%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Staycation (8%)
Featured Response 💬
“Every month we pick a day on the weekend to have an adventure. We all get into the car and drive somewhere new to explore. Sometimes that is exploring a new town and having new food. Sometimes that's going to the springs to see the manatees or hike in the state park. It always means having fun and spending time together while we have new experiences as a family.”
That sounds like such an amazing way to keep things fun and spontaneous—those little family adventures always make the best memories! - Danielle 😊
P.S. And to the mom who wrote in about how vacations are tough with 7 kids—bless your soul. 😂
Mom’s Menu
Quick Salmon Cakes! 🐟🍴
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Ever been in a dinner rut? 🙋♀️
If so, you're gonna LOVE this quick and scrumptious recipe.
These salmon cakes are not just yummy but super kid-friendly too.
Who knew the kiddos would actually devour salmon, right?
Why You'll Love It
🥫 Quick and Easy: Uses canned salmon for convenience.
🌿 Flavor-Packed: Old Bay seasoning and fresh parsley bring out the best in each bite.
🥄 Versatile: Perfect as a main dish or an appetizer with dipping sauces.
📝 Ingredients
18 oz canned salmon (boneless, skinless)
¼ cup fresh parsley, minced
1 tbsp capers, minced
½ tsp each of Old Bay seasoning, onion powder, and kosher salt
¾ cup panko or coarse breadcrumbs (gluten-free options work too)
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 egg
2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Optional: Tartar or remoulade sauce for serving
acouplecooks
👩🍳 Instructions
Drain and shred the salmon with a fork in a medium bowl.
Mix in parsley, capers, seasonings, panko, mustard, mayo, and egg until well combined.
Form into 8 patties, about ½ inch thick. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 3-5 minutes on each side, until lightly browned.
Serve with tartar or remoulade sauce.
📌 Notes
Got leftover salmon? Awesome! 18 ounces is about 2 ½ cups of the flaked cooked kind.
There you have it! A quick, healthy dinner that’s gonna win you "Mom of the Year" with your kiddos.
And hey, if it gets a little messy, that’s what aprons (and wine) are for! 😉💕
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Fall Edition)
15 Minute Rustic Wreath
ourhomemadeeasy
Spruce up your front door in just 15 minutes!
Decide which side of your twiggy wreath is the top.
Measure and cut a burlap ribbon to wrap around the wreath.
Use a hot glue gun to secure the ribbon ends at the back.
Lay out your fabric flowers in a pleasing pattern.
Glue each flower onto the wreath with hot glue.
Use a wreath hanger to display your creation and bask in the glory.
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
This tool is a game changer because it combines drying and styling into one easy step, saving me precious time.
It offers salon-quality results from the comfort of home, making it easy to feel put-together even on the most hectic days. 🙆♀️
REVLON One-Step Volumizer
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Parenting Pop Quiz
What is "colic" in infants?
(Answer below)
A) Sleep disorder
B) Teething pain
C) Unexplained crying
D) Skin rash
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C) Unexplained crying
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