One Strip of Tape = Zero Panic

"The best way to predict your future is to create it."

-Abraham Lincoln

Rise and Shine, Mama! Happy Monday—yep, we're back at the starting line of the weekly marathon. Ready, set, go?

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• 🔒 Tape: the lock-out life-saver

• 🍕 Pizza toast for the kiddo win!

• ✨ Light-up flip-flops DIY project

Mom Hack

🚪 Tape Those Locks

Mom Hack

You know that mini heart attack when your little one closes a door and you think, “Oh no… what if they lock it?” 🙃

Here’s the fix: just pop a strip of painter’s tape over the lock. No tools, no drama—just peace of mind.

True story… our downstairs bathroom has had tape on it for a year now. It’s a bit awkward when guests come over and we forget it’s taped. 😂

👉 Bonus tip: stash a paperclip on top of the doorframe. If a lock ever does get turned, you’re covered.

Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 8/22

How has motherhood changed your relationship with your own mom?

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 We've become closer (49%)

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Not much has changed (21%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ It's more complicated now (17%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ We've drifted apart (14%)

Featured Response 💬 

That is so special—what a gift to see your own childhood love reflected in how she loves your son now! - Danielle 😊 

Mom’s Menu

Kid-Friendly Pizza Toast🍕👧

I know lunch times can feel like a circus show. 🎪 

What if I told you we have a quick, versatile, and oh-so-tasty recipe that can keep those picky eaters at bay?

Say hello to Pizza Toast!

📝 Ingredients

• 4 slices of your choice of Bread 🍞

• 75g (⅓ cup) of scrumptious Pizza Sauce

• 110g (1 cup) of melty Grated Mozzarella 🧀

• 1 juicy Tomato, thinly sliced 🍅

• 1 teaspoon of aromatic Dried Oregano 🌿

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Heat up your oven grill (oven broiler).

2. Pop your bread into the toaster. Lightly toasted is just perfect.

3. Once toasted, lay out your slices onto a baking tray and slather them with the pizza sauce.

4. Let's get cheesy! Sprinkle your slices generously with mozzarella, followed by your thinly sliced tomato, and a pinch of dried oregano. The more, the merrier!

5. Now, the exciting bit! Grill your decked-up toasts for approx 5 mins. Wait till you see that cheese bubbling and turning golden. Voila, lunch is served!

📌 Note

Feel free to be creative with the bread and toppings.

Half a bread roll or a tortilla wrap can also make for a fun twist!

You could even turn lunch prep into a mini topping-party with your little ones.

Pre-make the pizza sauce, grill vegetables, grate the cheese, and let them design their own culinary masterpieces.

Just a heads-up though, it's best enjoyed straight away and not stored for later.

Until next time, bon appétit! 🍽️🥳

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Kids Edition)

Glow-in-the-Dark Flip-Flops

Let your kids get creative by adding glow-in-the-dark paint, ribbons, or fun foam stickers.

1. Start with a plain pair of flip-flops.

2. Use glow-in-the-dark paint to coat the straps for a magical effect.

3. Add foam stickers or embellishments for extra flair.

4. Let everything dry completely before wearing.

These glow-in-the-dark flip-flops are perfect for summer nights or parties!

Shop Glow-in-the-Dark paint.

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

These are the superhero sidekicks of the mom world.

They've saved me from countless pacifier-related meltdowns and the versatility is just the cherry on top. 🙌 

Silicone Toy Safety Straps

Game

Parenting Pop Quiz

What is the most typical bedtime for a school-age child? (Answer below)

A) 6:00 PM

B) 7:00 PM

C) 8:00 PM

D) 9:00 PM

E) Whenever they want

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Answer

C) 8:00 PM