Freshen Your Luggage with This Hack

"All that I am, or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother."

- Abraham Lincoln

Friday is here, which means two things: The kids will wake up earlier tomorrow, and the laundry pile is now legally classified as a mountain. But hey, we’ve got some easy wins for you today!

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• 🧺 Luggage That Smells Fresh?

• 🥞 Pancakes Without the Flipping

• 👹 Tissue Box Monsters

Mom Hack

Fresh Luggage with Dryer Sheet

Mom Hack

Keep your clothes smelling fresh in your luggage with a simple dryer sheet.

This helps combat the mix of clean and dirty laundry during travel.

For added organization, consider using separate bags for clean and dirty items, with a fragrant dryer sheet to maintain a pleasant scent. 😊 

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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 2/5

How do you manage work-life balance?

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Strict scheduling (5%)

🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Childcare/Help from family (20%)

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Flexible work hours (18%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 I'm a stay-at-home mom (29%)

🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ Still trying to figure it out (28%)

Featured Response 💬 

Oh, I hear you—teaching is no joke! It sounds like you’ve got a great rhythm going, making sure your little ones are good first and then squeezing in work when you can. Keep it up mama! -Danielle 😊 

Mom’s Menu

🥞 Sheet Pan Pancakes

This easy and delicious meal is perfect for feeding a crowd and makes mornings a breeze.

Packed with fruits and veggies, it's both nutritious and a total crowd-pleaser.

❤️ Why You'll Love It

• 🕒 Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy mornings.

• 🍓 Versatile toppings mean endless flavor combinations.

📝 Ingredients

• For the pancakes:

  • Butter

  • Grated zucchini and carrot

  • Milk

  • Applesauce

  • Eggs

  • Vanilla extract

  • Maple syrup

  • Flour

  • Baking powder

  • Salt

• For the toppings:

  • Bananas, chopped walnuts, and brown sugar

  • Sliced strawberries and peanut butter

  • Blueberries and cream cheese

  • Chocolate chips

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Grate zucchini and carrot, and add to a food processor.

2. Blend in milk, applesauce, eggs, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla.

3. Whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

4. Combine the wet and dry mixtures.

5. Spread the batter on a greased, rimmed baking sheet.

6. Add desired toppings.

7. Bake at 425°F for 13-15 minutes until cooked through.

8. Slice and serve.

📌 Note

These Sheet Pan Pancakes are a fantastic way to enjoy a classic breakfast with less fuss and more fun.

Customize with your family's favorite toppings for a breakfast that's as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!

Full recipe here.

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Daily DIY (Kids Edition)

Tissue Box Monsters

Upcycle an old tissue box into a fun and unique monster!

1. Paint the box inside and out with acrylic paint, then outline the "mouth" with a black marker.

2. Decorate with large googly eyes, white cardstock teeth, and large pom-poms for character.

3. Optionally, add additional features like popsicle stick antennae for more creativity.

Use hot glue for best results in attaching decorations, but strong glue also works

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

This hat is a lifesaver for outdoor adventures, providing essential sun protection for your little one.

It's adjustable, ensuring a perfect fit as your baby grows.

It's one of my favorites because it combines practicality with peace of mind, knowing my baby is protected from the sun. 😄 

Baby Flap Sun Protection

Game

Mama Knows Best: True or False?

It’s normal for toddlers to have irregular eating patterns.
(Answer below)

A) True

B) False

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Answer

B) True. Toddlers often have fluctuating appetites and preferences, which is a normal part of their development.