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Double Layered Sheets: Bedtime Hack for Busy Parents
Danielle Sexton
November 01, 2024
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"Believe you can and you're halfway there."
- Theodore Roosevelt
Rise and shine, you sleep-deprived legend! Here’s to surviving another week of minimal alone time, eternal snack prep, and an intimate relationship with the laundry machine. Let’s roll.
Today’s Mommy scoop:
🛏️ Double Layer Sheet Hack
🥬 Veggie-Packed Egg Bars
🕸️ DIY Spider Web Hunt
Mom Hack
Double layer sheets.
Source: paisleyandsparrow.com
Mom Hack
When sickness strikes or spit-ups are constant, try this crib hack to save time (and sanity!).
Layer a waterproof sheet, then a regular sheet, followed by another waterproof and regular sheet on top.
If there's a mess, just peel off the top two layers, leaving a clean bed underneath—no fuss, no extra laundry!
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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
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Poll Results From 10/30
What's your biggest challenge when it comes to family budgeting?
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Grocery spending (23%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Childcare expenses (16%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Saving for the future (17%)
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Managing unexpected expenses (12%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Cutting down on non-essentials (32%)
Featured Response 💬
“Its really difficult to know what to buy when you have fussy eaters. Especially when you know half of it is not going to be eaten due to refusal. My two year old is on his Berry and fruit phase and they are so expensive. The biggest challenge is trying to get adequate nutrition into my family and grocery costs keep rising.”
Oh, I totally get it! Trying to keep everyone happy, healthy, and within budget when they're picky (and berries are practically gold!) feels like a never-ending balancing act. -Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
Veggie-Packed Breakfast Egg Bars
superhealthykids.com
These Broccoli and Zucchini Egg Bars are a quick, nutritious breakfast perfect for little ones!
Packed with protein and hidden veggies, they bake in just 15 minutes, making mornings easier and healthier.
Why You’ll Love It
🥦 Kid-friendly Nutrition: Hidden veggies make it easy to boost their intake.
⏱ Quick and Easy: Minimal prep and bake time, ideal for busy mornings.
🧀 Cheesy Flavor: The addition of cheddar keeps it deliciously appealing.
📝 Ingredients
1 1/4 cups broccoli, chopped
1 medium zucchini, grated
1/2 tbsp olive oil
4 eggs
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp flour
2 oz cheddar cheese, grated
👩🍳 Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
Sauté broccoli and zucchini in olive oil until broccoli softens.
In a bowl, whisk eggs, oregano, salt, flour, and cheese. Stir in veggies.
Pour into prepared dish, bake for 15 minutes, then cut into squares.
📌 Note
Make extra and freeze for a grab-and-go breakfast option!
Enjoy your mornings, mama!
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Kids Edition)
Spider Web Scavenger Hunt
Picture this: kids embarking on a thrilling challenge to discover hidden bug stickers along a string web.
Not only does it offer excellent gross motor practice as they step in and around the web, but it also turns into an exciting matching activity with a bug-finding mission.
It's a win-win for both active play and cognitive engagement!
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
This leave-in conditioner restores your child’s curls back to their bouncy, shiny best—without any harsh chemicals. 💧✨
It’s my favorite because it makes hair care so easy—just spray and go. No more tangles, no fuss, just beautiful, soft curls for your little one.
Curl Spray Leave-In Conditioner For Kids
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Parenting Pop Quiz
What is a baby kangaroo called?
(Answer below)
A. Kid
B. Calf
C. Joey
D. Pup
E. A moment of peace, because they're in someone else's pouch
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