Repurpose Wipe Container Lids for a Sensory Board

"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

Repurpose wipe container tops for a sensory board

Mom Hack

Collect those flip tops from empty wipe containers and attach them to a sturdy board to create a fun sensory activity.

Behind each lid, place different textures like felt, sandpaper, or fabric for your baby to discover.

This interactive peek-a-boo game encourages tactile exploration and keeps little hands busy.

You can even swap out the materials to keep the experience fresh and engaging!

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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 9/6

What time do your kids usually go to bed?

🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ Before 8 PM (40%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 8-9 PM (43%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ 9-10 PM (12%)

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ After 10 PM (5%)

Featured Response 💬 

Wow, you're so blessed with that beautiful crew! You're doing an amazing job keeping things on track, even with those early wake-ups—I know that’s no easy task! - Danielle 😊

Mom’s Menu

Zucchini Banana Oatmeal Bake 🍌🍴

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.

📌 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.

Wrap-Up

Moms, this Zucchini Banana Oatmeal Bake is like the Swiss Army knife of breakfasts.

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

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

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