DIY Faucet Extender & Sweet Potato Casserole Recipe

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"A strong woman looks a challenge in the eye and gives it a wink."

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Hello, Tired Human! Welcome to Wednesday, the day your coffee needs coffee. Today, we're tackling life's most pressing dilemmas.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• 🚰 DIY Faucet Extender Hack

• 🥧 Sweet Potato Casserole

• 🦃 Thankful Turkey Tradition

Mom Hack

Make Reaching the Faucet Easier for Toddlers With a DIY Faucet Extender

Mom Hack

Ever notice your little one struggling to reach the faucet?

Make a DIY faucet extender using an old bubble bath bottle—just trim the neck and fit it over your tap.

Adjust the cut to match your faucet, and voilà—a perfect extender that brings the water closer.

Now, tiny hands can wash up with ease, and you’ll have fewer "Mom, help!" moments at the sink!

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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 11/11

What is your biggest parenting challenge?

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Lack of sleep (26%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Keeping patience (50%)

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Balancing work and family (20%)

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Managing sibling rivalry (4%)

Featured Response 💬 

Oh, I totally get it—the struggle between work, baby naps, and trying to feel like you've accomplished something (and slept!) is so real—balancing it all often feels like a game where we just hope to win a tiny bit each day! -Danielle 😊 

Mom’s Menu

Sweet Potato Casserole with Oat Crumble 👩‍🍳🥧

Do you remember those creamy sweet potato casseroles you indulged in during Thanksgiving feasts?

I've got a delightful twist for you!

A healthier version that won't leave you or your kiddos feeling sluggish but will tantalize your taste buds just the same.

Light, creamy, and topped with a crunchy pecan oat crumble - this dish is all shades of yum!

Why You’ll Love It

• 🍠 Creamy & Cozy: Mashed sweet potatoes with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla.

• 🍯 Crunchy Topping: A pecan crumble adds texture and richness.

• 👨‍👩‍👧 Family Favorite: Both sweet and savory lovers will enjoy this side dish.

Ingredients 📝

• Sweet Potatoes:

  • 5 medium sweet potatoes

  • 2 1/2 tbsp pure maple syrup

  • 1/2 cup milk

  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

  • 1/4 tsp salt

• Oat Crumble:

  • 1/3 cup rolled oats

  • 1/4 cup flour

  • 1/3 cup brown sugar

  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

  • 3 tbsp melted butter

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Cook your sweet potatoes till soft. For a hassle-free method, consider using the Instant Pot.

2. Preheat oven to 400° F. Ready an 8×8 baking pan with some cooking spray.

3. In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato insides with maple syrup, milk, vanilla, egg, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until velvety and smooth.

4. Transfer this mixture into your baking pan, spreading evenly.

5. For the crumble: Blend flour, oats, brown sugar, pecans, and add in the melted butter. Once combined, sprinkle it over your sweet potatoes.

6. Bake for about 25-30 minutes. Wait for that golden brown, crunchy top, and then dive in!

Note 📌

This Sweet Potato Casserole is more than just a dish; it's a wholesome experience.

Perfect for family gatherings and even the little ones will be asking for seconds.

Happy cooking! 🍽️🧡

Full recipe here.

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Daily DIY (Fall Edition)

Thankful Turkey Family Tradition

Create a "Thankful Turkey" to add a daily gratitude ritual leading Throughout November!

This craft is perfect for making family memories and can be saved to look back on each year.

1. Assemble a turkey body from cardstock, adding eyes, a beak, and a pilgrim hat if you like.

2. Cut out colorful paper feathers and set them aside for each family member to write something they're grateful for every day.

3. Attach the feathers around the turkey’s body, forming a full tail by Thanksgiving Day.

4. Laminate the turkey and feathers (optional) if you’d like to save them as a yearly keepsake.

This project encourages daily gratitude, making Fall even more meaningful for the whole family! 😊

See Etsy kit here.

Mom’s Choice

✨ Ever crave a little me-time amidst the whirlwind of motherhood?

Dive into A Court of Thorns and Roses.

I’ve loved it; it’s a ticket to a realm filled with action, love, and mystery.

📖 I typically listen to my books, but I started physically reading these so they’d last longer!

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Game

Tiny Faces, Big Names

This baby grew up to be one of 2018's most successful rappers. Who is it?
(Answer below)

Mom’s Meme 🤣

Answer

It's Cardi B!