Save Space: Use a Dresser as a Changing Table

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"You can't calm the storm, so stop trying. What you can do is calm yourself. The storm will pass."

- Timber Hawkeye

Hey Mama! 🌼 Happy Fri-YAY! Yes, we made it—another week of juggling sippy cups and spreadsheets, all while retaining 0.1% of our sanity. Golf claps for everyone. 🎉

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• 👶 Dresser = diaper-changing station

• 🍣 Banana Sushi

• 🕯️ Create & Sell Your Own DIY Candles

That “healthy” label? Scan first and see what’s really inside.

Mom Hack

Use a changing pad on a dresser instead of a changing table

Mom Hack

Forget the changing table and maximize your space with a two-in-one solution!

Use a comfy changing pad on top of a sturdy dresser. This way, you've got all your little one's clothes, diapers, and wipes right at your fingertips.

Plus, the dresser can be used for years to come, long after the diaper days are over.

My actual nursery is fairly tight, so this was a game-changer in our household 🙂 

Mom’s Field Guide

What’s really in that “healthy” snack?

Is your pantry hiding toxins?

Many “healthy” snacks, cereals, and baby foods still contain harmful chemicals, pesticides, or additives.

With Checkit, you can scan any product and instantly see what’s really inside. Plus, find cleaner alternatives your family can trust.

📲 Try Checkit today and shop smarter for your family.

Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 9/10

How do you find personal space and time as a mom?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Early mornings or late nights (41%)

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Designating specific "me-time" hours (6%)

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Balancing with help from partner/family (17%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Personal time is usually with my kids (7%)

🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ I rarely find personal time (29%)

Featured Response 💬 

Oh mama, you’ve got so much on your plate right now, it really is such a busy season. Finding space for yourself feels impossible, but you’re doing an amazing job and you’ve got this. - Danielle 😊 

Mom’s Menu

Banana Sushi 🍌🍣

Remember when sushi nights were all about raw fish and romantic dates?

Say hello to kid-approved Banana Sushi!

It's the go-to snack that's as fun to make as it is to munch.

❤️ Why You'll Love It

• 🍫 Customizable Fun: Kids can choose their own spreads and toppings.

• 🍌 Healthy and Yummy: Combines fruit with protein-rich options.

📝 Ingredients

• Bananas

• Almond butter or whipped cream cheese

• Toppings: crushed cereal, shredded coconut, chia seeds, chopped chocolate, cinnamon sugar

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Peel the bananas and cut them into 1½- to 2-inch pieces.

2. Spread each piece with almond butter or whipped cream cheese.

3. Roll each piece in your desired coating(s): crushed cereal, rice crispy, chia seeds, shredded coconut, chopped chocolate, or cinnamon sugar.

4. Serve immediately so the coatings stick while the spread is soft.

📌 Note

• Mix and match the coatings depending on texture and sweetness your family prefers.

• If you want it more nutritious, favor chia seeds and coconut over sugary coatings.

• This snack doesn’t need cooking; it’s perfect for hot days or when you want something easy.

There you have it, a snack-time hit that’s as close to Pinterest-worthy as most of us will ever get.

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Mom Side Hustle)

DIY Candles (Make & Sell)

Candles are not only soothing to make, but they can also become a fun little Etsy side hustle.

Choose your favorite wax (soy, beeswax, or even recycled bits) and decide whether you’d like to try container, pillar, or votive candles.

Here’s how to get started:

1. Melt your wax in a heatproof container.

2. Stir in fragrance oils and color dye if you’d like.

3. Place a wick in your container or mold.

4. Pour the melted wax in and let it cool.

5. Trim the wick and dress it up with labels, ribbons, or a pretty container.

These make sweet gifts—or a cozy little income stream.

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

This blanket is more than just a soft place for my baby to lie—it's a canvas for capturing memories.

Each month, it's so much fun to see how much my little one has grown. It's a keepsake I'll cherish long after my baby has outgrown it. 📸

Organic Baby Monthly Milestone Blanket

Game

Mama Knows Best: True or False?

Adding a small amount of sugar to an infant's bottle can help them sleep better at night.
(Answer below)

A) True

B) False

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Answer

B) False