Smart Mom's Halloween Candy Management Guide

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Hey there Mama! Can you smell the pumpkin spice and mischief in the air? We’re one sleep away from Halloween, and I’ve got just the tricks to treat you.

Today’s Mommy scoop:

• Managing that candy stash 🍬

• Hot glue hack: No more slippery shoes

• Oreo Spiders 🍪🕷️

• Craft a photo keepsake, or just...sell it?💰

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Smart Mom's Guide to Halloween Candy Management

Fretting about your kids' candy consumption this Halloween?

Dive into this strategy that ensures fun for kids while teaching them mindfulness around treats!

Halloween Candy: Keeping it Fun & Educational

Halloween is a prime time for teaching kids about balanced eating.

Being too restrictive can lead to sneaky eating habits, but with the right approach, you can make Halloween a lesson in mindfulness.

Facing Your Candy Concerns:

• Overindulgence: A single day of candy overload won't ruin your child's health or behavior. It might teach them to be more cautious next time.

• Sugar "Addiction": Your child might go overboard one night, but they'll eventually realize too much candy isn't fun.

• Replacing Meals with Candy: Continue offering nutritious meals. Post-Halloween, decide together on daily candy consumption, ensuring it doesn’t replace healthy food.

• Sugar's Impact on Behavior: Don't fret; there's no proven link between sugar and hyperactivity.

Steps to Smart Candy Management:

• Avoid Labeling Treats: Terms like "junk food" add unnecessary allure and can create excitement for a little one.

• Fuel Up Right: Serve a balanced meal before trick-or-treating, setting kids up for mindful candy consumption.

• Choose Wisely: Let kids sort their haul. Encourage them to enjoy their favorites and consider alternatives for the rest.

Takeaway: Halloween offers a sweet chance to teach kids about balance and mindfulness.

With a dash of strategy, you can make candy consumption a fun, educative experience for your little ghouls! 🎃🍬🍫👻

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Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤 

Poll Results From 10/27

What's your preferred method of self-care?

 🟨🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️ Reading a book (27%)

🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Going for a walk or workout (23%)

🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Spa or beauty treatments at home (13%)

🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Watching a favorite show or movie (31%)

🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Meditating or yoga (6%)

Featured Response😄 

Mom Hack

Use Hot Glue to Add Grip to the Bottom of Slippery Shoes

Mom Hack

Slippery shoes? No problem!

Get that hot glue gun and create DIY treads on the bottom. Make it fun by crafting cute designs.

Not only does it prevent slips, but your kiddo will love their shoe's new look.

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Whip Up Spooky Oreo Spiders! 🍪🕷️

Remember those super fun and easy snacks we'd make as kids?

Let's introduce our little ones to the magic of Halloween with these nostalgic Oreo Spider Snacks.

A treat they can craft themselves. So, grab your apron, and let’s create some edible memories together!

📝 Ingredients

• Oreo cookies (Hint: Double Stuf works best!)

• Black shoestring licorice

• Store-bought icing

• M&M candies

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Snip the licorice into 2 to 2 ½ inch pieces.

2. Gently poke 8 licorice strands into the Oreo filling to form spider legs.

3. Dab two small icing dots on the Oreo, placing two matching M&M candies on them as eyes.

📌 Notes

• For the sturdiest spiders, Double Stuff Oreos are your best bet. If the top slips off, a dab of icing will fix it right up.

• Want to get fancy? Swap out M&Ms with candy eyes!

• Licorice tip: One package is enough for about 24 spiders, but maybe grab an extra; little hands tend to snack while crafting.

And there you have it, mamas! A fun, fuss-free activity that doubles as a snack.

Enjoy these moments, and here's to a spook-tacular Halloween! 🎃🖤

Full recipe here.

Daily DIY (Mom Side Hustle)

DIY Wood Photo Transfer Keepsake Craft (Make & Sell)

Looking for a memorable gift idea? How about a custom wood photo transfer?

It's simpler than it sounds and makes for a lovely keepsake.

All you need is a wood plaque, some Mod Podge, a paintbrush, a heat tool (or even just your hair dryer), a printed photo, and a little bit of water.

Step by step, you'll transfer your favorite photo onto the wood, creating a unique and heartfelt gift.

And guess what?

These could be a hit on platforms like Etsy. A bit of craftiness might just turn into a lovely side hustle for you!

The tutorial is here.

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But guess what? This trike is the peace treaty in the war against zig-zagging down the sidewalk.

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Plus, it grows with your kiddo, so it's like the gift that keeps on giving. 🌱

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Parenting Pop Quiz

At what age do babies typically start to crawl?
(Answer below)

A) 4-6 months

B) 6-9 months

C) 9-12 months

D) 12-15 months

E) When they realize walking is too mainstream

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Answer

B) 6-9 months