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Ribbon Storage Hack + Cozy Challah Bread Pudding

"Mother is a verb. It's something you do. Not just who you are."

- Cheryl Lacey Donovan

Morning, Mommy! Survived the weekend? Great—time to start another thrilling week of “where’s my other sock?” and “what’s for dinner?” Don’t worry, we’ve got you.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

  • 🎀 Ribbon Storage Hack

  • 🍞 Challah Bread Pudding

  • ☃️ Snowman Mason Jars

Mom Hack

Ribbon Storage Hack

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Mom Hack

Transform a basic paper towel holder into a ribbon organizer!

Simply stack your gift-wrapping ribbons on it for a tidy and accessible setup.

It's a budget-friendly solution, especially when you place it alongside your other wrapping supplies like paper and tape.

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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

How do you find personal space and time as a mom?

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Poll Results From 12/13

How do you introduce your kids to the concept of chores and responsibility?

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Assign age-appropriate chores (28%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Lead by example, they help me with my chores (45%)

⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Make it a game or challenge (4%)

🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ We have not introduced chores yet (23%)

Featured Response 💬 

“When my oldest was barely a year old he would “help” me feed the dog by holding the scoop while we poured it together into her bowl. Now he’s almost 4 and most mornings he wants to be the one to feed her on his own. He likes helping and knowing he can do it on his own.”

- Community Mom

That’s so sweet—starting small like that really shows them how important their help is, and it’s amazing how proud they feel when they can do it all by themselves! -Danielle 😊

Mom’s Menu

🍞 Cozy Challah Bread Pudding: A Holiday Delight! 🎉

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I've got a mouth-watering recipe that's perfect for Hanukkah, or any cozy breakfast occasion.

It's Challah Bread Pudding, and trust me, it's a family favorite in the making!

Why You'll Love It

  • 🍯 The combination of fluffy challah bread with a rich, flavorful custard makes every bite heavenly.

  • 🥜 Crunchy walnuts add a delightful texture that complements the soft bread pudding.

Ingredients 📝

  • 4 large eggs

  • 1 cup whole milk

  • 3 tablespoons honey

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

  • 1 loaf challah (about 1 pound), chopped into 1-inch cubes

Instructions 👩‍🍳

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F and grease an 8-inch square baking dish.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, honey, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.

  3. Add the challah cubes and walnuts, stirring to coat evenly.

  4. Transfer the mixture to your baking dish, pressing down lightly.

  5. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until golden brown and set.

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Note 📌

This recipe is as versatile as it is delicious – serve it as a decadent dessert or a special breakfast treat. It's sure to bring smiles to your family's faces!

And there you have it, a simple yet scrumptious dish that's sure to become a holiday staple in your home. Enjoy, and happy cooking! 🌟

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Winter Edition)

Snowman Mason Jar

diycandy

Create a festive Snowman Mason Jar using a glass jar, white paint, fabric for the scarf, and craft foam for the face.

  1. Paint the jar white, then add large black buttons for the body and two small ones for the eyes.

  2. Cut an orange foam carrot nose and use black paint for the mouth.

  3. For the hat, cut a felt circle, fit it over the jar lid, and secure.

A fun and easy holiday craft perfect for your home decor or gifting!

The tutorial is here.

Mom’s Choice

Let's talk about the Haakaa Manual Breast Pump - a real game changer for breastfeeding! 🍼 

This nifty little pump is all about making your life easier.

Imagine collecting milk effortlessly… It’s like having an extra pair of hands, without the bulk and noise of an electric pump.

Plus, it's a breeze to clean, and who doesn't love that?

Haakaa Manual Breast Pump

  • Hands-Free: Collect milk while multitasking, because we all know moms are the ultimate multitaskers!

  • Travel-Friendly: Super portable, fits in any bag, perfect for pumping on the go – planes, BBQs, you name it.

  • Eco-Friendly: No cords, batteries, or noise; it's environmentally friendly and oh-so-discreet.

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"You were the first friend I ever had," the actor captioned this throwback snapshot of himself with his brother. Who is he?
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