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"The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well."

-Ralph Waldo Emerson

Happy Monday, Mamas! Can you smell that? No, not the diaper pail - it's a fresh new week! Today, we've got the goods on how to be Mommy Extraordinaire.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• Travel sanity with ziplock-outfit-packs

• Veggie-stuffed muffins that kids actually love?

• Scented candles (your ticket to pocket money!)

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Mom Hack

Pack outfits in ziplock bags when traveling

Mom Hack

When going on vacation, consider packing a complete outfit for your child (including diapers, clothes, sweaters, etc.) in a sealable bag for each day.

It’s a brilliant space-saving trick and will make your life so much easier.

To be even more eco-conscious, try reusable packing cubes!

Mom’s Menu

Veggie-Packed Savory Muffins 🥕🧁

As the fun-filled summer break winds down and the school bell starts to ring again, I've stumbled upon a brilliant, lunchbox-friendly recipe that'll surely put a delighted grin on your little one's faces.

Say hello to these incredibly adaptable, Veggie-Packed Savory Muffins!

Ingredients 📝

• 1 medium Zucchini (250g), grated

• 1 medium Carrot (120g), grated

• ¼ cup Frozen Peas (30g)

• ¼ cup Frozen Corn (30g)

• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (125g), grated

• ½ Cup Milk (125ml)

• ¼ cup Plain Greek Yoghurt

• ¼ cup Olive Oil

• 2 Eggs

• 2 cups Plain Wholemeal Flour (250g) *See Note

• 3 tsp Baking Powder

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 180C / 350F. Using a clean dish towel, squeeze out the juice from the grated zucchini and carrot (don't throw the juice away, use it for smoothies or sauces!)

2. Mix Veggies: In a large mixing bowl, combine zucchini, carrots, peas, sweetcorn, cheese, milk, yogurt, olive oil, and eggs.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients: Mix the flour and baking powder together and then slowly add to the wet ingredients. Remember, over stirring is the enemy - aim for a lumpy, messy-looking mixture.

4. Bake: Grease a 12 hole muffin tray and evenly spoon in the mixture. Bake for 20-25 mins, but keep an eye on them - we want perfectly cooked, not dry muffins!

Storing Savory Muffins 

The key to long-lasting yumminess is all in the storing.

Let your muffins cool fully on a wire rack before storing, this prevents them from turning into a soggy disappointment.

For the best flavor, individually wrap the muffins and pop them in the freezer - they can last 2-3 months.

If you're ready for a savory treat, just reheat them at 170C / 350F until warm, or thaw and microwave them.

You can store them at room temperature, but keep in mind the texture might change in humid weather.

Note 📌 

They're not just for kids' lunchboxes, they're great for breakfast, a snack, or a quick on-the-go nibble.

So, brave the back-to-school chaos with these yummy, veggie-loaded savory muffins. 🥳🥳

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Daily DIY (Mom Side Hustle)

Homemade Scented Candles (Make and Sell)

Leverage your crafting skills to create beautiful, scented candles adorned with dried flowers.

This homemade touch of elegance could be the perfect item to sell at local markets or online.

The tutorial is here.

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Parenting Quiz

How many hours of sleep does a newborn typically need in a day? (Answer below)

A) 8-10 hours

B) 10-12 hours

C) 14-16 hours

D) 16-18 hours

E) Enough to make you wish you could switch places

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D) 16-18 hours