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"Change is the only constant.”
- Heraclitus
Morning, Mama! 🌞 You’ve survived another week of ‘Mom, I can’t find it!’ and ‘Mom, she’s touching me!’ Congrats! Get ready for some fresh ammo for your mommy arsenal.
Today’s Mommy scoop:
🧴 Spill-proof cups DIY: No more mess
🥜 Banana-PB roll-ups = Perfect snack
🎃 Pumpkin yarn tassels
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Mom Hack
Quick and Easy DIY Spill-Proof Cups
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Mom Hack
Tired of cleaning up spilled drinks?
Stretch some plastic wrap tightly over the top of your child’s cup, then poke a straw through the center.
This simple trick keeps the drink inside, even during accidental knocks or spills.
Bonus tip: Use press-and-seal wrap for an even tighter, more secure fit!
Budget Diapers & College Dreams
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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
What's your strategy for when your child struggles with homework?
Poll Results From 10/8
How do you most often comfort your child when they're scared?
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Hugs and reassurance (81%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Logical explanations (7%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Let them face the fear gently (9%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Distract them from the fear (3%)
Featured Response 💬
“I think for me it’s hugs and reassurance as well as a logical explanation. The two have to be paired together otherwise it doesn’t help kiddos get over their fears.”
Yes! The combo of snuggles and sense-making is perfect. They need the heart comfort and the “why” to really feel safe again. -Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
Banana-PB Roll-Ups: Snack Win! 🍌🥜
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You know how life gets crazy and suddenly, it’s 3 pm, and your kids are about to turn into tiny hangry monsters?
Don’t stress, because I've got your back with this no-fuss, "kids-are-finally-quiet" snack. 🤫
Why You’ll Love It:
🍌 Takes just 2 minutes to prepare!
🥜 A nutritious, portable snack that kids can eat with their hands.
📝 Ingredients
2 bananas, peeled
1/4 cup peanut butter, divided (or almond or sunflower butter)
2 tortillas
👩🍳 Instructions
Lay a tortilla flat and spread 2 tbsp of peanut butter to coat it evenly.
Place a peeled banana near the edge of your tortilla.
Roll that bad boy up!
Cut into 1/2 inch rounds and serve 'em up.
Note: If your tortilla is stiff, pop it in the microwave between two moist paper towels for 15-20 seconds. Voilà, problem solved!
📌 Note
Swap out the peanut butter for almond or sunflower butter if that’s more your vibe.
You can also switch up the tortillas. Go for whole wheat, white, or even one with seeds.
A tiny thing that’s helped me: adding easy snack ideas like this right into our weekly plan.
I use this free family organizer that keeps meals, lists, and the calendar all in one place. 😊
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Fall Edition)
Pumpkin Yarn Tassels
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Let's level up our pumpkin game this fall!
Picture your pumpkins dressed up with cute yarn tassels and colorful wood beads.
It's a super-easy DIY project—you only need yarn, scissors, and beads. Maybe some craft paint if you're feeling artsy.
The kiddos can even help!
These tassels are addicting to make, so consider this your new mom-time treat.
Let's be the moms with the coolest pumpkins around, shall we?
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
Okay, look, your little rascal wants to 'help' every time you so much as change a light bulb, am I right?
This toolbox is the answer to "Mommy, I wanna do it!"
Now they can hammer and twist screws to their heart's content, zero chance they'll accidentally unscrew a table leg.
You get a few minutes of peace, and they feel like the family hero. 🦸
Win-win!
Take-Along Tool Kit Toy
Skill-Building: Your child learns hand-eye coordination, problem-solving, and color recognition.
Screen-Free Fun: This toolkit is a battery-free zone that keeps your child engaged with hands-on play. Hallelujah!
Portable: It even has a handle, like your kid's first briefcase!
Game
Mama Knows Best: True or False?
Time-outs are ineffective for children under the age of 2.
(Answer below)
A) True
B) False
Mom’s Meme 🤣
Answer
A) True