Egg Slicer for Baby Food?

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Well Hello, Mommy! It's Wednesday, also known as the "Is it Friday yet?" day. Today we're addressing some life-altering issues, like how to slice a grape in less time than it takes your toddler to destroy the living room. Yep, we're all about the essentials.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• 🥚 Egg Slicer Hack for Quick Baby Snacks

• 🫐 Blueberry Oatmeal Bars for Busy Mornings

• 🌈 DIY Cereal Rainbow Craft for Preschoolers

Mom Hack

🫐 Quick Baby Snack Hack with an Egg Slicer

Mom Hack

Starting solids? This trick makes it so much easier.

Grab an egg slicer and use it to cut soft fruits like bananas, strawberries, or avocado into perfect, bite-sized pieces.

No knife skills needed. Just press and done. 🙌

It also works great on soft, cooked veggies like carrots or zucchini—anything tender enough to slice cleanly.

If you're still figuring out what to serve and how to prep it, this step-by-step guide takes out all the guesswork. 💡

Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 9/1

How much daily outdoor playtime do you aim for with your children?

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Less than an hour (9%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 1-2 hours (41%)

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ More than 2 hours (17%)

🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Depends on the day (33%)

Featured Response 💬 

Yes! I’m the same way—1-2 hours is the goal, but when the weather’s perfect it feels so good to just let the kids run wild outside for as long as possible. - Danielle 😊 

Mom’s Menu

Easy & Nutritious Oatmeal Bars 🫐 🥕

I found an absolute winner that combines fun, taste, and nutrition all in one package - Easy Oatmeal Bars with blueberries and carrots!

Plus, they're totally friendly for our allergy-prone kiddos!

Perfect, isn't it? 😋

❤️ Why You’ll Love It

• 🥕 Hidden Veggies: Grated carrots provide a nutritional boost without overpowering the flavor.

• 🫐 Burst of Blueberries: Sweet and juicy, adding natural sweetness.

• 🥣 Egg and Dairy-Free: Suitable for kids with allergies.

📝 Ingredients

• ¾ cup quick or instant oats

• ½ cup whole wheat flour

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ cup melted coconut oil or butter

• ¼ cup almond butter

• ¼ cup maple syrup

• 1 egg (optional)

• ½ cup grated carrot

• ½ cup blueberries

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.

2. Stir together all the ingredients in a bowl, keeping the blueberries for the last. Add in the optional egg if you prefer.

3. Press the mixture into your prepared pan evenly.

4. Bake for 24-26 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown and set.

5. Cool fully before slicing.

📌 Notes

• Store airtight for 5 days in the fridge or freeze for 3 months.

• Use cup-for-cup gluten-free flour for a GF version.

• Swap in sunflower butter for a nut-free option.

• Add an egg for a cakier bar; skip it for crispier texture.

• Grate carrots at home for a softer bite.

• Stick with fresh blueberries—frozen ones make the batter tricky.

• Let cool completely before slicing to keep bars intact.

Enjoy these healthy, kid-approved bars anytime—snack, breakfast, or treat!

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Kids Edition)

Cereal Rainbow

This craft is both educational and fun, as preschoolers learn about colors and patterns by creating their own cereal rainbows.

1. Draw a rainbow outline on construction paper using markers.

2. Sort Fruit Loops by color.

3. Glue each cereal piece onto the corresponding color band of the rainbow.

4. Add cotton balls or mini marshmallows at the ends for clouds.

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

This smart sleeper is like having an extra pair of hands at bedtime.

It helps you catch up on some much-needed sleep and gives you peace of mind knowing your baby is safe and sound.

It’s definitely expensive, but can be a lifesaver if it’s the right fit for you! 🛌

SNOO Smart Sleeper Baby Bassinet

Game

Parenting Pop Quiz

At what age can children typically start to draw a person with 2 to 4 body parts? (Answer below)

A) 2 years

B) 3 years

C) 4 years

D) 5 years

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B) 3 years