Repurpose Wipe Container Lids

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Danielle Sexton
September 08, 2025

"The mind is everything. What you think, you become."

Rise and Shine, Mommy! Welcome to Monday, also known as "My house was clean last week, sorry you missed it." Whether you're surviving on caffeine or sheer willpower, let's make this week a little more fun and creative!

Today’s Mommy scoop:

  • 🎨 Wipe lids go all Pinterest on us

  • 🍌 Yummy Zucchini Banana Bake

  • 🎡 DIY Ferris Wheel: No height restrictions!

Mom Hack

Flip-Lid Sensory Board

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Mom Hack

Save the flip lids from empty wipe packs.

Glue them to a board and hide textures like felt, foil, or bubble wrap underneath.

Babies love the peekaboo surprise—and it builds curiosity + fine motor skills while keeping little hands busy.

Swap textures anytime for a fresh new activity.

👉 Simple, smart ideas like this turn everyday items into play that actually works for moms.

Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

What kind of role does your partner play in parenting?

-> Vote to reveal what other moms think

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Poll Results From 9/3

What age do you believe is appropriate for a child to have their own smartphone?

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Younger than 10 (2%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Between 10-13 (22%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Only once they're in high school (76%)

Featured Response 💬 

“Everyone needs to listen to or read "The Anxious Generation" and that will help the parent decide what age is appropriate. As an educator, however, it's a horrible distraction. As a parent to a toddler, I know he's growing up in a world full of screens and technology and we can't really escape it. BUT children need to be shielded from social media as long as possible.”

- Community Mom

I hear you—it really is tough, because while we can’t avoid screens completely, I agree that being thoughtful about what they’re exposed to (like social media) makes such a difference. - Danielle 😊

Mom’s Menu

Zucchini Banana Oatmeal Bake 🍌🍴

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Imagine a breakfast that checks off all the boxes—kid-friendly, healthy, AND uses up those forever-ripe bananas and overachieving zucchinis from your garden.

Well, let's turn that dream into reality, shall we?

❤️ Why You’ll Love It

  • 🍫 Chocolatey Treat: A few chocolate chips make this bread extra special.

  • 🍌 Banana Sweetness: Ripe bananas keep it naturally sweet.

  • 🌱 Veggie Boost: Grated zucchini adds moisture and nutrition.

📝 Ingredients

  • 2¼ cups rolled oats

  • 2 cups ripe bananas, sliced

  • 1 cup grated zucchini, squeezed dry

  • ½ cup shredded unsweetened coconut

  • 2 tsp baking powder

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • ¼ tsp salt

  • 3 eggs

  • ¼ cup melted unsalted butter (or plain yogurt)

  • ¼ cup maple syrup

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 F and give an 8×8-inch baking dish a quick non-stick spray.

  2. Oat-ify: Toss the oats in a food processor for 30 seconds. Yep, until they look like coarse flour.

  3. Mix It Up: Add every ingredient except chocolate chips into the food processor. Whirl away until smooth.

  4. Pan Time: Pour this lovely goo into your prepped pan, and then artfully sprinkle chocolate chips on top.

  5. Bake: Stick it in the oven for 28-30 minutes. It's done when the edges are all golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

  6. Cool It: Let it chill in the pan before you dive in.

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📌 Notes

  • Make sure to thoroughly dry the grated zucchini to remove excess moisture.

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.

  • This dish can be served plain, with cream cheese, or with nut butter on top.

  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

  • For allergies, you can substitute with coconut oil, peanut butter, or egg replacers.

It's versatile, it's packed with nutrients, and—most importantly—it's something your kids will actually eat.

So go ahead, bake your day! 🍌💖

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Kids Edition)

Craft Stick Ferris Wheel

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Bring the joy of a fairground ride into your home by helping your kids build a miniature Ferris wheel from craft sticks and wooden blocks.

  1. Glue popsicle sticks into cross shapes for the Ferris wheel's structure.

  2. Connect the pieces with dowels and beads to make them spin.

  3. Create a base and add braces for stability.

  4. Craft mini cars using smaller popsicle sticks.

  5. Paint and decorate to customize your Ferris wheel.

This delightful craft is perfect for imaginative play and decoration.

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

This little gadget is a lifesaver during cold season.

It's like having a mini vacuum cleaner for those tiny, stuffy noses.

Frida Baby Baby Nasal Aspirator

  • Relief: This aspirator provides immediate relief for congested little noses.

  • Control: You can control the suction, making it safe and comfortable for your baby.

  • Ease of Cleaning: It's easy to clean, so you can use it again and again.

Game

Parenting Pop Quiz

At what age should a child be able to understand the concept of "yesterday" and "tomorrow"? (Answer below)

A) By 2 years

B) By 3 years

C) By 4 years

D) By 5 years

E) When they start asking for tomorrow's dessert today

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Answer

C) By 4 years

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