Make Healthy Snack Pouches & Roasted Parsnips at Home

"Take the time to enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things."

- Robert Brault

Hello, Monday! Also known as 'What can I sneak into their snacks this week?' day. We're becoming snack-making wizards and turning a humble veggie into a culinary star.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• 🍏 Homemade Healthy Snack Pouches

• 🥕 Roasted Parsnips: A Veggie Delight

• 🌈 DIY Rainbow Clutch for Kids

Mom Hack

Healthy Snack Pouches at Home

Mom Hack

See the pack of six from Amazon.

Replace sugar-filled store-bought pouches with your own healthy versions using reusable food pouches.

Ideal for homemade smoothies, applesauce, or yogurt, these pouches often feature a wide zipper opening for easy filling.

They're perfect for snacks on the go for toddlers, tweens, or even yourself.

Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 4/5

What's your favorite hobby?

🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Crafting (22%)

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Gardening (12%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Reading (33%)

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Sports or Fitness (18%)

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Other (15%)

Featured Response😄 

Oh, how special it must feel to craft something beautiful for your little one—truly, those handmade treasures mean the world! 🥰 

And an honorable mention to the mom who sent in, “I used to have hobbies before kids”—oh, I totally get it! 😂 

Hugs to all the busy mamas out there! - Danielle

Mom’s Menu

🥕 Roasted Parsnips

On the lookout for a new veggie side that's both delicious and kid-friendly?

These Roasted Parsnips are a wonderful addition to any meal, offering a sweet, nutty flavor that's sure to win over your little ones. 🍯

Why You'll Love It

• 🌱 A great way to introduce a new vegetable to your family's diet.

• 🔥 Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, making them irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients 📝

• 900g (2 lb) Parsnips

• 2 tbsp Olive Oil

• 1 tbsp Freshly Chopped Rosemary (optional, or see note for alternatives)

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Preheat the oven to 210C (400F).

2. Peel the parsnips, chop off the tops, and trim the ends.

3. Slice into large matchsticks, trying to keep the size consistent.

4. In a large mixing bowl, toss the parsnips in olive oil. Add rosemary if using and toss again.

5. Spread the parsnips over two baking trays in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching.

6. Bake for about 20 mins until they start to brown, remove from oven, flip, and then bake for a further 10-15 mins until lightly brown and tender.

7. Season to taste (avoid salt if serving to a baby).

Note 📌

• If your child isn't a fan of rosemary, try using freshly chopped thyme, a little sumac, smoked paprika, or cinnamon. You can also mix in some grated parmesan or grate a little lemon or orange zest once out of the oven.

• Keep a close eye on the parsnips towards the end of cooking to prevent them from burning.

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Kids Edition)

Rainbow Clutch

Craft a vibrant rainbow clutch, perfect for holding your little one's treasures.

1. Start with a round woven placemat or a round piece of fabric.

2. Attach a 7-inch zipper, sewing it to one half of the placemat.

3. Fold the placemat in half, secure the other side of the zipper, and sew the sides.

4. Paint the clutch in rainbow colors, using fabric-safe paint.

5. Let the paint dry and your stylish clutch is ready to flaunt!

A chic way to introduce sewing and creativity! 😊

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

Forget the screens; these placemats are a fantastic way for your little geniuses to learn their ABCs, 123s, shapes, and colors while they eat.

They're durable, easy to clean, and non-slip, ensuring that mealtime is both educational and mess-free.

Plus, they're a super fun way to keep those tiny tots engaged and learning at the table.

Educational Non Slip Placemats

Game

Parenting Pop Quiz

At what age can most children follow simple instructions?
(Answer below)

A) 6-9 months

B) 12-18 months

C) 18-24 months

D) 2-3 years

E) Teenage years, but results may vary

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Answer

B) 12-18 months