"When it’s dark, look for stars."
Hey there, Mama! Can you smell the pumpkin spice and mischief in the air? We’re a couple sleeps away from Halloween, and I’ve got just the tricks to treat you.
Today’s Mommy scoop:
🧼 Soap portion control
🍓 Strawberry ghosts: Halloween snack goals
🐞 Mini cork love bugs
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Mom Hack
Soap Portion Control with a Rubber Band
Source: thekrazycouponlady
Mom Hack
Too much soap again?
Put a rubber band around the soap dispenser as a 'stopper.'
It'll limit the amount pumped out, giving just the right dollop for little hands.
Together with Hiya
If You Have a Kid Between 2 and 12
For those of you who know me, you know I'm pretty particular about what's in our food and supplements. Having kids made me even more so.
So if a daily vitamin has been on your mind for your little one, here's one I'd point you to.
Hiya is a chewable kids vitamin with 15 essential vitamins and a blend of 12 real fruits and veggies.
No added sugar. No gummy junk. No artificial dyes.
One a day. Pediatrician developed. Sweetened naturally with monk fruit, and kids love the taste.
It comes in a refillable glass bottle your kid can decorate with stickers. 🤍
Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
How do you find personal space and time as a mom?
Poll Results From 10/26
Where do you most often seek parenting advice?
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Family and friends (43%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Online articles and/or books (30%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Online forums and communities (21%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ I rarely seek advice (6%)
Mom’s Menu
Strawberry Ghosts
Source: lilluna
Halloween is knocking on our doors, and guess what?
We've got the cutest, yummiest, and, okay, healthiest treat to spook up the dessert table!
Say hello to Strawberry Ghosts! 🍓👻
Why You'll Love It
🍓 Healthy and Sweet: A less sugary option for your Halloween spread.
👻 Adorably Spooky: Kids will love making and eating them!
📝 Ingredients
1 pint strawberries, rinsed and dried
8 oz melting chocolate, white
1 oz melting chocolate, chocolate (for face)
Parchment paper
👩🍳 Instructions
Wash and Dry: Rinse the strawberries and let them dry on a paper towel.
Prepare the Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. If it curls, use a small amount of cooking spray to keep it flat.
Melt Chocolate: On low heat, melt white chocolate, stirring constantly until smooth.
Dip Strawberries: Dip strawberries into the melted chocolate and place them on the parchment paper.
Cool and Decorate: Let the chocolate harden, then pipe on eyes and mouths using melted milk chocolate. Refrigerate to set.
Source: lilluna
📌 Notes
Double Boiler Magic: If you’re like me and worry about burning chocolate, use a double boiler. DIY it if you don't have one!
Storing Like a Pro: Keep these cuties in an airtight container. Room temp if you're eating the same day, fridge if you’re holding onto them.
No Sweat: A paper towel + baking soda combo at the bottom of your storage container will keep those pesky beads of condensation away.
They’re not just cute, they’re kiddo-approved! (And hey, at least they’re getting some fruit this Halloween.)
Perfect for little hands to help make and big mouths to help eat! 🎃🤗
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Kids Edition)
Mini Cork Love Bugs
notimeforflashcards
For this one, you'll need some corks, markers, and googly eyes.
The kids will love gluing the eyes and coloring the corks to life.
Use some construction paper to punch out heart-shaped wings and keep everything on a tray to avoid roll-away frustration.
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
This isn't just a journal; it's your personal therapist, memory vault, and future family heirloom all rolled into one.
It's the perfect way to document your journey from morning sickness to first steps, making it a keepsake you'll treasure forever. 🪙
Pregnancy Journal & Announcements
Memory Lane: Capture every "aww" moment from bump to baby.
Therapeutic: Writing = cheaper than therapy. Amen!
Treasure Trove: A sentimental journey you and your child can revisit together for years to come.
Game
Tiny Faces, Big Names
This little cowgirl would grow up to be a social media sensation and makeup mogul. Who is it?
(Answer below)
Mom’s Meme 🤣
Answer
It's Kylie Jenner!
