Childproof Your Home with Rubber Band Door Hack

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"Above all, be the heroine of your life, not the victim."

- Nora Ephron

Hello Mommy! Welcome to Monday, or as I like to call it, 'Why is everything sticky?' day. Today, we're outsmarting door-slamming toddlers, pretending we're health gurus with muffins, and embracing the glitterpocalypse.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• 🔒 Rubber Band Door Hack: Safety First

•  🍎 Healthy Apple Muffins

• ✨ DIY Glitter Sensory Bottles for Kids

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Mom Hack

Rubber Band Door Safety

Mom Hack

Prevent your kids from getting accidentally locked in the bathroom by using a simple rubber band trick.

Stretch a rubber band over the door knobs on both sides of the door.

This keeps the door from latching shut, ensuring your little ones can always get out.

Mom’s Field Guide

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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 4/2

What's your favorite type of family vacation?

🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ Beach holiday (38%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Adventure trip (44%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ City exploration (11%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Staycation (7%)

Featured Response 💬 

That sounds like such a great way to make memories! I bet your kids love exploring new spots and the fun of camper life! -Danielle 😊 

Mom’s Menu

🍎 Healthy Apple Muffins

Looking for a healthy yet delicious snack option for your family?

These Healthy Apple Muffins are just the ticket!

Packed with the goodness of apples and whole wheat flour, they're perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a quick snack. 🧁

❤️ Why You'll Love It

• 🍏 Loaded with fresh, grated apples, offering natural sweetness and moisture.

• 🌾 Made with whole wheat flour for a nutritious and fiber-rich treat.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour

• 2 teaspoons baking soda

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 3 large eggs

• 2/3 cup pure maple syrup

• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil

• 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 cups grated apples

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F and prepare a muffin tin with liners or grease.

2. Mix flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.

3. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, applesauce, and vanilla.

4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then fold in the grated apples and walnuts.

5. Fill muffin tins to the top and bake at 425°F for 5 minutes. Then, reduce the temperature to 350°F and bake for another 12-18 minutes.

6. Check for doneness with a toothpick and let cool before serving.

📌 Note

These muffins are freezer-friendly, so you can always have a healthy snack on hand.

Feel free to swap out the walnuts for another nut or omit them entirely based on your family's preferences.

Perfect for busy mornings or as a snack to recharge your little ones' energy! 🍏🧁💚

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Kids Edition)

Glitter Sensory Bottles

Create mesmerizing glitter sensory bottles to captivate your child's attention and imagination.

1. Remove the label from an empty plastic bottle.

2. Fill it with glitter glue.

3. Add hot water, leaving some space at the top.

4. Pour in 2-4 tablespoons of glitter.

5. Securely hot glue the lid shut.

6. Shake well and watch the glitter swirl!

Great for sensory play and a peaceful time-out activity! 😊

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

These hangers let you hang clothes vertically or horizontally, instantly freeing up precious closet space.

It's the perfect solution for small closets, dorms, or anyone looking to declutter!

Wonder Hanger Max

Game

Mama Knows Best: True or False?

Children should be introduced to solid foods at 3 months old.
(Answer below)

A) True

B) False

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Answer

B) False. The general recommendation is to introduce solid foods around 6 months of age, as babies' digestive systems are more developed by then.