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Morning, Mama! It’s Wednesday, and if the car’s already a mess and your kitchen looks like a cereal factory exploded, you’re not alone. We’ve got some tips to keep you organized and some fun ideas to make this day a winner. Let's roll!
Today’s Mommy scoop:
🚗 Emergency Car Bag
🍎 Warm Up with Homemade Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
🐦 DIY Milk Carton Bird Feeder
Mom Hack
Keep an emergency bag in your car
Keep a small bag of must-haves in your car for those unpredictable moments.
It's a lifesaver when you're out and about with little ones.
Include:
Diapers and wipes
Extra clothes for both baby and you
Pacifier or small toy
Nursing cover or burp cloth
Hand sanitizer and a small first-aid kit
Snacks for both you and your child
Travel-sized sunscreen and bug spray
Tip: Rotate items seasonally—think sun hats in summer, warm socks in winter!
Healthy Habits
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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
What's your favorite type of family vacation?
Poll Results From 9/19
Which holiday is most cherished in your family?
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa (69%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Thanksgiving (8%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Halloween (8%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Birthdays (9%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Other (7%)
Featured Response 💬
“We love all the holidays, but Christmas is our absolute favorite. We love the decorations, lights, Christmas movies and music, the baked goods, and of course the presents! Christmas is a very festive time in our household!”
Yes! The family time, the music, the movies—it all makes Christmas feel so magical, and I can’t believe the countdown is already on! 🎄✨ - Danielle
Mom’s Menu
Homemade Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
superhealthykids.com
Start your morning with a bowl of this delicious Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal!
Packed with fresh apples, cinnamon, and oats, this comforting breakfast is a healthier, homemade twist on the classic instant variety.
❤ Why You'll Love It
🍏 Made with fresh apples and unsweetened applesauce for natural sweetness.
🍯 Lightly sweetened with maple syrup, adding a cozy fall flavor.
📝 Ingredients
2 cups water
1 cup rolled oats
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 medium apples, diced
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
👩🍳 Instructions
Combine water, oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and apples in a saucepan.
Bring to a boil, then simmer for about 5 minutes until apples are tender.
Remove from heat and stir in applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla.
Serve warm with additional apples and a drizzle of maple syrup, if desired.
📌 Note
For added texture, top with chopped nuts or dried fruit. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Happy cooking!
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Kids Edition)
Milk Carton Bird Feeder
HappinessIsHomemade
For the nature-loving mom, make this with your kids to encourage more birds in the backyard!
Start by cleaning and painting the milk cartons white.
Let your child cover the carton with colorful tissue paper using glue.
Cut an opening for the birdhouse door and add a perch with a wooden spoon.
Create a roof using folded cardboard, decorated with more tissue paper.
Secure the roof to the carton and add a twine loop for hanging.
These charming birdhouses will brighten up your yard and attract feathered friends.
The tutorial is here.
Game
Parenting Pop Quiz
When do children typically start to develop a sense of empathy? (Answer below)
A. Newborn
B. 6 months
C. 2 years
D. 4 years
E. During their first philosophy lecture
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Answer
D. 4 years