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"The days are long but the years are short."
Happy Wednesday, Mama! Let's lower our standards for productivity and raise our glasses to keeping everyone alive and fed this week.
Todayās Mommy scoop:
šø Chore Completion Photos
š© Crumb Cake Muffin Donuts
ā¾ DIY Baseball Bookends
A new kids' song that celebrates the way your kid moves. And it's actually a bop.
Mom Hack
Chore Completion Photos
Mom Hack
When you're busy, encourage your kids to take photos after completing their chores.
Not only does it give them a sense of responsibility, but it also helps them learn what a job well done looks like, all while freeing you up a bit!
Plus, reviewing the photos together can be a fun way to praise their effort and discuss improvements.
Together with Platoon Kids
Let Them Be Exactly Who They Are
Every kid is different.
The way they move.
The way they think.
The way they see the world.
Fidget from Lachi celebrates all of it. The kind of song that turns all that energy into a full-on living room dance party.
Lachi is a Grammy-nominated, award-winning artist and USA Today Woman of the Year. She's visually impaired, and her new kids' album Magnificent is all about helping kids feel proud of exactly who they are.
We put it on and my kids were up and dancing before the chorus hit. And honestly? I was right there with them.
Not the kind of kids' music you have to survive. The kind you actually enjoy and feel good about.
Press play and see what happens. šµ
Mom's Mic: This Weekās Poll š¤
What's your approach towards your child's nutrition?
Poll Results From 5/18
What time do your kids usually go to bed?
šØšØšØā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļø Before 8 PM (31%)
š©š©š©š©š©š© 8-9 PM (51%)
šØā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļø 9-10 PM (14%)
ā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļøā¬ļø After 10 PM (4%
Featured Response š¬
āWeāve noticed our child has a much better night sleep if sheās asleep before 8. We start winding down at 6:45 and itās the best! We canāt make too many plans or dine out as much but we also know itās just a phase and as our children get older their bedtime will change ā
Totally get this, protecting that early bedtime can feel limiting in the moment, but a well-rested kiddo makes everything feel so much smoother. - Danielle š
Momās Menu
š© Crumb Cake Muffin Donuts
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Indulge in these Crumb Cake Muffin Donuts, where the coziness of crumb cake meets the fun of donuts in one delicious treat!
ā¤ Why You'll Love It
š° A perfect blend of cake and donut textures, topped with a scrumptious crumbly topping.
šÆ Baked, not fried, making them a lighter option that doesn't skimp on taste.
š Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 large egg
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup whole milk
1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
š©āš³ Instructions
Preheat oven to 350Ā°F.
Prepare crumb topping with brown sugar, granulated sugar, butter, flour, and cinnamon.
Mix flour, baking powder, soda, salt, and cinnamon. In another bowl, blend butter, egg, sugar, milk, sour cream, and vanilla.
Combine dry and wet ingredients gently.
Fill donut pan, top with crumb mixture, and bake for 13-15 minutes.
š Note
Don't overmix to keep them light and fluffy.
Enjoy these as a special breakfast or delightful snack! š
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Home Edition)
DIY Baseball Bookends
modpodgerocksblog
Create a home run with these DIY baseball bookends, ideal for any kid or hubby who loves sports.
Attach two 5"x5" wood squares using screws and a drill.
Paint the wood black and let it dry.
Decorate the wood with your favorite baseball-themed paper using Mod Podge.
Attach a baseball to each end with strong adhesive or a screw.
This project is perfect for keeping some favorite books organized in style.
The tutorial is here.
Momās Choice
Unleash your toddler's creativity with these LEGO DUPLO Bricks!
Theyāre a gateway to learning and expression through play.
Perfect for tiny hands and big imaginations. š
LEGO for Toddlers & Kids 18 mo.+
Educational: Promotes early development of creativity and motor skills.
Interactive: Colorful bricks and fun shapes engage and entertain.
Versatile: Plenty of pieces for endless building and storytelling.
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Parenting Pop Quiz
At what age can children start participating in organized sports?
(Answer below)
A) 3 years
B) 4 years
C) 5 years
D) 6 years
E) As soon as they can yell at the referee
Momās Meme š¤£
Answer
D) 6 years
Most kids have the focus and coordination for organized sports around age 6, but every kid is different so follow their lead.