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Quick DIY Spill-Proof Cups for Less Mess
Danielle Sexton
October 11, 2024
"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
Running errands just got easier—turn your car seat into a stroller.
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!
Together with Evenflo
No More Fumbling with Baby Gear
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Why is baby gear always so difficult?
The Shyft DualRide keeps it simple.
It’s the only car seat that instantly turns into a stroller—no tricky straps, no waking a peacefully napping baby, and no fumbling in parking lots while they cry.
From grocery runs to ‘please fall asleep’ walks, it’s the kind of mom-win we all need. 😊
Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
What do you usually do after your kids go to bed?-> Vote to reveal what other moms think |
Poll Results From 10/9
How do your children usually get to school?
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Walk (7%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Bicycle (2%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Car (27%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ School bus (9%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 They're not in school yet (55%)
Featured Response 💬
“We drive a car most days but we live close enough to walk occasionally (~1.5 miles). When the weather is nice I try to make a point of walking with her at least once a week or every day if I can. Walking is always more fun as we get to enjoy nature and have fun together. It's great quality time. And added bonus, she sleeps better at the end of the day. We're about to move and the biggest advantage is we will be closer and able to walking every day (only about half a mile).”
That sounds wonderful! The move will be such a great change—daily walks together, more nature, and all that bonus sleep is a win-win! -Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
Banana-PB Roll-Ups: Snack Win! 🍌🥜
Source: weelicious
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
This recipe is versatile! Swap out the peanut butter for almond or sunflower butter if you like.
You can also switch up the tortillas. Go for whole wheat, white, or even one with seeds. Just make sure it's flexible, not like your toddler’s willingness to put on shoes. 🤣
A snack so easy, you can even prepare it with one eye on the kids and the other on your ever-growing laundry pile.
Full recipe here.
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It’s easy to set up, and the account grows with them—whether it’s for college, their first car, or something else.
Simple, automated, and designed to make you feel like you’re planning ahead without the stress.
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
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Game
Mama Knows Best: True or False?
Time-outs are ineffective for children under the age of 2.
(Answer below)
A) True
B) False
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