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Baby-Proof with Hair Ties: Simple, Effective
Danielle Sexton
August 07, 2024
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"Keep your face always toward the sunshine—and shadows will fall behind you."
-Walt Whitman
Rise and shine, Mama! It's Wednesday, and if you feel like you're stuck in a never-ending game of "Where did I put that?", you're not alone.
Today’s Mommy scoop:
👶 Baby-proof with hair ties
🍣 Tuna fish cakes for dinner
🪴 Sell your succulent planters
Mom Hack
Use hair ties or cookie cutters to baby-proof
Source: momlovesbest
Mom Hack
Skip the fancy cabinet locks. Simply use hair ties or cookie cutters to secure your cabinets.
They're just as effective and won't cost a dime!
Tackle Bedtime with Netflix Jr.’s Popular Podcast
Winning the bedtime battle with your kids can feel like an impossible task, but what if you had a little extra help?
Enter Bedtime Stories with Netflix Jr., the Signal Award-winning and chart-topping Kids & Family podcast made to help kids drift off to sleep alongside characters from their favorite streaming series (like StoryBots and Super Monsters).
Created with a childhood development expert, the show helps children successfully transition to sleep and build skills to navigate the world.
Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
What is your biggest fear as a mom?-> Vote to reveal what other moms think |
Poll Results From 8/5
How do you manage work-life balance?
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Strict scheduling (7%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Childcare/Help from family (19%)
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Flexible work hours (15%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 I'm a stay-at-home mom (35%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Still trying to figure it out (24%)
Featured Response 💬
“I never realized how much time I actually had until I had a child, lol. She comes first so we’ll figure it out as we go along.”
Oh, I hear you! I often wonder what I did with all that "free" time before kids too—now it's all about going with the flow and putting them first! - Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
Tuna Fish Cakes 🎉🍽️
healthylittlefoodies
Got a hectic day ahead and no plan for dinner yet?
Take a deep breath and read on, because we've got a simple and tasty solution for you—Tuna Fish Cakes. 🐟
Ingredients📝
500g (1lb) Starchy Potatoes, peeled and chunky chopped
2 x 185g (6.5oz) Cans of Tuna in Spring Water, drained well
2 Spring/Green Onions, finely diced
Juice of 1 Lime
2 tbsp Fresh Coriander (Cilantro), finely chopped
Salt and Pepper (To taste, skip if making for a baby)
30g (½ Cup) Bread Crumbs
1 tbsp (or as needed) Oil for frying
Instructions👩🍳
Boil those spuds: Add the potatoes to a large pan, cover with water, and cook until tender (about 10-15 mins).
Drain & Mash: Drain the potatoes, give them a shake, let them steam dry, then mash until smooth. Let them cool.
Mix it up: Add the tuna, spring onion, lime juice, coriander to the mashed potatoes, mix well.
Shape 'em: Mold the mix into equal rounds. Go as big or small as you fancy.
Crispy coat time: Press/roll each cake in the breadcrumbs until coated.
Cooking Options:
Option 1: Heat oil in a frying pan, fry the patties on both sides until golden.
Option 2: Place on a lined baking sheet, spray with oil, bake at 200C/400F for 20-25mins or until golden and crispy, turning halfway.
healthylittlefoodies
Note📌
Make ahead, refrigerate, or freeze for extra busy days.
You can substitute ingredients based on what's in your pantry or cater to the little picky eaters at home.
Plus, your kiddos can help with the mixing and shaping—making it a fun kitchen project!
Try this recipe out, and your dinner woes might just become a thing of the past.
Bon appétit, mama! 🌟🍴
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Daily DIY (Mom Side Hustle)
Stylish Succulent Planters (Make and Sell)
thesoccermomblog
Get hands-on and create unique succulent planters using concrete, sand, and a splash of paint.
These chic and versatile planters can be a profitable item to sell at your local farmer's market or on a handmade goods site.
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
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Parenting Pop Quiz
How often should you typically bathe a newborn?
(Answer below)
A) Daily
B) Every other day
C) Twice a week
D) Once a week
E) Only when they start to smelling kind of funny
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D) Once a week
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