How to Make a Marshmallow Ice Pack at Home

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- Charley Benetto

Good Morning Mama! Welp, blink twice and it’s Monday. Ready to take on the week with the same determination your toddler uses to avoid naptime?

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• ❄️ Marshmallows as Ice Packs

• 🍓 Berry Egg Muffins

• 🖼️ Wallpaper a Wall

Mom Hack

Make a marshmallow ice pack

Mom Hack

Little ones inevitably need an ice pack now and then.

Here's a fun twist - a marshmallow ice pack!

It's softer, moldable, and somehow less scary.

Just fill a ziplock with marshmallows, pop it in the freezer, and voila! An ice pack that's kid-friendly. 😄 

Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 1/3

How often do you exercise?

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Daily (12%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 A few times a week (32%)

🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨 Rarely (30%)

🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ I don't exercise (26%)

Featured Response 💬 

Oh, absolutely that counts—chasing after little ones is basically cardio with a side of strength training! -Danielle 😊 

Mom’s Menu

🥞 Banana Berry Egg Muffins

Looking for a quick and healthy snack or breakfast?

These Banana Berry Egg Muffins are made with just three simple ingredients, making them perfect for busy moms juggling kids, work, and life.

They’re nutritious, naturally sweetened, and delightfully bite-sized for little hands (and big ones too!).

❤️ Why You'll Love It

• 🍯 Naturally sweet with no added sugars.

• 🥚 Packed with protein to keep your little ones full and energized.

📝 Ingredients

• 2 very ripe bananas

• 4 eggs

• 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen berries (e.g., blueberries, raspberries)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin well.

2. Mash Bananas: Mash the bananas in a bowl, leaving some small lumps for texture.

3. Combine: Whisk in the eggs until the mixture is smooth.

4. Assemble Muffins: Place a few berries in each muffin cup, then pour the egg-banana mixture over them, filling just below the top.

5. Bake: Bake for 15 minutes, or until the muffins are set. Let them cool for a few minutes, then gently remove them with a knife.

📌 Notes

• These muffins are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.

• For variety, try adding cinnamon, vanilla extract, or even a handful of chocolate chips.

• They’re a great baby-led weaning option—soft, nutritious, and easy to hold!

Simple, wholesome, and full of fruity flavor—these muffins are sure to become a household favorite. Enjoy! 🌟

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Daily DIY (Home Edition)

Wallpaper a Wall

Want to spruce up a room?

Wallpaper brings life to your walls in ways that paint might not.

Whether it's texture, color, or patterns you want, wallpaper can deliver.

Remember to measure the area of your wall and subtract space for doors or windows.

If the wallpaper is patterned, consider getting an extra roll or two for consistency.

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

This game turns learning into a fun activity, which is a win for both moms and kids.

It's a favorite because it takes the frustration out of learning sight words and encourages social interaction.

Sight Words Level 1 Bingo Game

Game

Parenting Pop Quiz

How many words should a two-year-old typically know? (Answer below)

A) 20-50

B) 50-100

C) 100-200

D) 200-300

E) All the lyrics to "Baby Shark"

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Answer

D) 200-300