"You are the artist of your life. Don’t give the paintbrush to anyone else."
Morning, Mama! 🥱 It’s Wednesday—aka halfway to surviving the week. If you’re already on your third coffee, I salute you. While we juggle all the things, here’s what’s on deck.
Today’s Mommy scoop:
🛑 Block doors with pool noodles
🍪 Protein balls: Easy, healthy, kid-proof
🍦 DIY paper plate ice cream craft
Mom Hack
Keep Doors Safe with a Simple Hack
Source: bouncymustard
Mom Hack
Worried about little fingers getting caught in slamming doors?
Grab a pool noodle, cut a section, and slide it onto the door edge where it closes.
This soft cushion will prevent the door from closing completely, offering protection for curious hands.
For added peace of mind, you can secure the noodle with a bit of tape to ensure it stays in place, even during busy playtimes!
Mom’s Field Guide
Why We Ditched Google Calendar
I used to recommend Google Calendar.
For work? Great. For families? Not so much.
That’s why we switched to Cozi—built for family chaos, and totally free.
Color-coded calendar so everyone knows where to be.
Shared grocery + chore lists that update in real time.
Meal planner + recipe box so “what’s for dinner?” doesn’t derail the night.
Family Journal to save little moments before they slip away.
Free on iPhone, Android, and web. Loved by 20M+ moms, 4.8★.
Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
How often do you exercise?
Poll Results From 9/29
What type of birthday parties do you prefer for your child?
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Big parties with friends and family (28%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Small family gatherings (41%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Outings or experiences (30%)
⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ No parties (2%)
Featured Response 💬
“We've decided that we'll have family over for parties on the milestone birthdays (1, 5, 10, etc.) while every other birthday is just us and a couple of our kiddos friends if they want. My husband comes from a split family, so to have everyone over is overwhelming!”
That sounds like such a smart balance, you’re still making the big birthdays feel extra special without stressing yourself out every single year! - Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
Protein Balls: Quick, Healthy, and Kid-Proof 🍪👩👦
Source: weelicious
So you're racing against time, craving a healthy snack, and your kid is demanding something tasty—STAT.
Welcome to the magical world of Protein Balls!
They’re quick, ridiculously healthy, and so customizable that even your picky eater will say, "More, please!"
Why You’ll Love It:
🕒 Ready in 10 minutes!
🥄 Customizable with your favorite add-ins like coconut or chocolate!
📝 Ingredients
1 cup nut or seed butter of choice (almond, peanut, sunflower—pick your poison!)
5 dates (pitted)
1/4 cup protein powder (flex those mom muscles 💪)
3/4 cup hemp seeds
1/4 cup chia seeds
👩🍳 How To Whip It Up
Toss all the ingredients into a food processor. Hit blend. That's it. Seriously.
Roll the mixture into tablespoon-sized balls. Perfect for tiny hands!
Optional Glam: Melt 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips with a teaspoon of coconut oil. Let it cool down a bit, then drizzle it over the balls like you’re on some cooking show.
📌 Handy Notes
Nut Allergy? Use sunflower seed butter. Works like a charm.
Missing chia or hemp seeds? No worries, sub in pumpkin seeds, flaxseeds, or whatever you’ve got!
Storing Pro Tip: Keep 'em in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for a chilly treat 4 months down the line.
These Protein Balls are like little globes of supermom energy: quick to make and so nutritious that you'll feel like you’re cheating the universe.
Make a batch during naptime and you're set for the week.
Full recipe here.
Little Scholars & Growing Giggles
✨ Brain Food That Actually Delivers
Did you know your baby’s brain is nearly 80% grown by age 3? 🤯
Those first bites matter so much.
I’ll be honest — I’m VERY picky about what I feed my kids.
Cerebelly is one of the few I truly trust, so it’s always in my pantry. My 8-month-old devours the pouches, and my 2.5-year-old loves the bars.
Why? Because it’s:
✅ Created by a neurosurgeon + mom of three
✅ Packed with 16 brain-supporting nutrients
✅ Veggie-first, no added sugar, Clean Label® certified
And right now, they’ve extended their 6th birthday with 30% off your first order. 🎂
👉 Take the quick quiz to get a personalized box for your child’s age and milestones.
Daily DIY (Kids Edition)
Paper Plate Ice Cream
thesimpleparent
Is your kiddo an ice cream fan?
Grab some paper plates and let them build their own towering scoops!
It's a sugar-free way to satisfy their dessert dreams, plus they can go crazy with the number of scoops.
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
Say hello to your new breast friend—see what I did there? 😄
This Lactation Massager is like a magic wand for clogged ducts and slow milk flow.
It's small, portable, and can turn a painful pumping session into a walk in the park.
Lactation Massager for Breastfeeding
Relief: Say adios to clogged ducts and engorgement.
Efficient: Helps improve milk flow for quicker pumping sessions.
Portable: Small enough to fit in your diaper bag.
Game
Tiny Faces, Big Names
This little one would go on to be one of the world's biggest pop stars, known globally by her middle name. Who is it?
(Answer below)
Mom’s Meme 🤣
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It’s like swapping secrets over playdates, but better. 😊
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Answer
It's Rihanna!