Magnetic Cup Hack

"A mother’s love for her child is like nothing else in the world."

- Agatha Christie

Hello, Friday! Let's raise our coffee mugs to surviving another week of mayhem, mischief, and missed naps. You've earned every drop of that latte.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

  • 🧲 Magnetic Cup Hack: No more spills!

  • 🍕 Roll-Up the Good Times

  • ☀️ Recycled Cardboard Sun

Mom Hack

Magnetic Cup Hack

Mom Hack

Minimize dishwashing by giving your kids their own designated cups with magnets to stick to the fridge.

This clever trick keeps cups within easy reach for little ones and avoids the constant use of new cups.

Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

What's your strategy for when your child struggles with homework?

-> Vote to reveal what other moms think

Login or Subscribe to participate in polls.

Poll Results From 4/23

How do you most often comfort your child when they're scared?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Hugs and reassurance (74%)

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Logical explanations (10%)

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Let them face the fear gently (9%)

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Distract them from the fear (7%)

Featured Response 💬 

“My babies still come to me, so I'm going to get all the snuggles I can. I can talk through things with my 4yo afterwards and give him the logistics of what scared him so it's less frightening, but my 1yo doesn't have that reasoning yet, so hugs and love all the way!”

- Community Mom

Mom’s Menu

🍕 Grilled Pizza Roll-Ups

weelicious

Transform snack time with these Grilled Pizza Roll-Ups, combining the joy of pizza with the simplicity of a grilled cheese!

❤️ Why You'll Love It

  • 🧀 Melty mozzarella and zesty pepperoni wrapped in golden toasted bread—what's not to love?

  • 🕒 Ready in just 10 minutes, making them perfect for a last-minute meal or snack.

📝 Ingredients

  • 4 slices sandwich bread

  • 4 mozzarella cheese sticks or 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

  • 4 pieces of pepperoni, diced (optional)

  • 1/2 cup marinara sauce, warmed for dipping

  • 1 tablespoon butter

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Remove crusts and flatten bread slices.

  2. Place cheese and optional pepperoni on bread, roll tightly, and seal the edge.

  3. Cook in butter over medium heat until golden on all sides.

  4. Serve with marinara sauce for dipping.

weelicious

📌 Note

Feel free to customize with your favorite pizza toppings to make these roll-ups your own!

These Grilled Pizza Roll-Ups are a surefire hit, blending the ease of a sandwich with the irresistible taste of pizza!

Full recipe here.

Free Resource

Tired of the chore battles?

Our reward chart turns tasks into exciting challenges, making life easier for you and boosting their confidence.

Download, customize, and watch the magic happen.

Daily DIY (Kids Edition)

Recycled Cardboard Sun

thehousethatlarsbuilt

Have fun with the solar system by creating a beautiful sun decoration from recycled cardboard.

  1. Cut out a large circle and several rays from cardboard.

  2. Paint the pieces in bright, sunny colors.

  3. Attach the rays around the circle to form a sun.

  4. Add string for hanging or attach directly to the wall.

It's a perfect project to teach kids about recycling and creativity! 😊

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

Say goodbye to overstuffed closets and hello to organized bliss with these Vacuum Storage Bags! 🛄 

Whether you're storing children’s clothes for the next kid or packing for a big family trip, these bags compress items, freeing up precious space in your home and suitcase.

Vacuum Storage Bags

  • Maximize Space: Compress clothes and bedding to save space.

  • Protection: Keeps items safe from dust, moisture, and pests.

  • Convenience: Hand pump included for easy, anywhere compression.

Game

Parenting Pop Quiz

When do babies typically start to smile socially?
(Answer below)

A) Birth

B) 2 weeks

C) 1-2 months

D) 4-6 months

E) When they master the art of manipulation

Mom’s Meme 🤣

🎁 Share The Mommy

Share The Mommy with friends & family, get free stuff, and feel the joy of growing a community where every mom helps another.

It’s like swapping secrets over playdates, but better. 😊 

Your referral count: 0

Only 1 away from the Kids' Activity Bucket List

Or copy & paste your referral link to others: https://newsletter.themommy.news/subscribe?ref=PLACEHOLDER

*Please do not use fake email addresses — they will not qualify as referrals. Thank you!

Answer

C) 1-2 months

Reply

or to participate.