"The best way to predict your future is to create it."
-Abraham Lincoln
Rise and Shine, Mama! Happy Monday. Yep, we're back at the starting line of the weekly marathon. Ready, set, go?
Today’s Mommy scoop:
🔒 Tape: the lock-out life-saver
🍕 Pizza toast for the kiddo win!
✨ Light-up flip-flops DIY project
Mom Hack
🚪 Tape Those Locks
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Mom Hack
You know that mini heart attack when your little one closes a door and you think, “Oh no… what if they lock it?” 🙃
Here’s the fix: just pop a strip of painter’s tape over the lock. No tools, no drama—just peace of mind.
True story… our downstairs bathroom has had tape on it for a couple years now. It’s a bit awkward when guests come over and we forget it’s taped. 😂
Bonus tip: stash a paperclip on top of the doorframe. If a lock ever does get turned, you’re covered.
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A benefit a lot of moms don't know they have
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And it covers more of life than you'd think.
Pregnancy, postpartum, low energy, tummy troubles, or just wanting to eat better without a big overhaul.
You get matched with someone who works with exactly what you're dealing with.
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It takes about three minutes to see what your plan includes. You can check here.
Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
How do you relax when you're feeling stressed?
Poll Results From 8/21
How often do you exercise?
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Daily (9%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 A few times a week (40%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Rarely (30%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ I don't exercise (21%)
Featured Response 💬
“With a 1.5 year old, 5 month old, and two older step kids that live with us full time, who has the time?! If I do get 20 minutes to myself my go to is a shower!”
Haha totally get it, with only 20 minutes, the shower usually wins. - Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
Kid-Friendly Pizza Toast🍕👧
.healthylittlefoodies
I know lunch times can feel like a circus show. 🎪
What if I told you we have a quick, versatile, and oh-so-tasty recipe that can keep those picky eaters at bay?
Say hello to Pizza Toast!
📝 Ingredients
4 slices of your choice of Bread 🍞
75g (⅓ cup) of scrumptious Pizza Sauce
110g (1 cup) of melty Grated Mozzarella 🧀
1 juicy Tomato, thinly sliced 🍅
1 teaspoon of aromatic Dried Oregano 🌿
👩🍳 Instructions
Heat up your oven grill (oven broiler).
Pop your bread into the toaster. Lightly toasted is just perfect.
Once toasted, lay out your slices onto a baking tray and slather them with the pizza sauce.
Let's get cheesy! Sprinkle your slices generously with mozzarella, followed by your thinly sliced tomato, and a pinch of dried oregano. The more, the merrier!
Now, the exciting bit! Grill your decked-up toasts for approx 5 mins. Wait till you see that cheese bubbling and turning golden. Voila, lunch is served!
.healthylittlefoodies
📌 Note
Feel free to be creative with the bread and toppings. Half a bread roll or a tortilla wrap can also make for a fun twist!
You could even turn lunch prep into a mini topping-party with your little ones.
Pre-make the pizza sauce, grill vegetables, grate the cheese, and let them design their own masterpieces.
Just a heads-up though, it's best enjoyed straight away and not stored for later.
Full recipe here.
Good Timing
The week to restock the vitamin shelf
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Prenatal, postnatal, an everyday multi, and a gut one. Whatever stage you're in, there's a version.
Their end-of-summer reset is on right now: the good pricing is right on the page, sitewide, through September 8.
Code THEMOMMY stacks on top at checkout.
Daily DIY (Kids Edition)
Glow-in-the-Dark Flip-Flops
crazylittleprojects
Let your kids get creative by adding glow-in-the-dark paint, ribbons, or fun foam stickers.
Start with a plain pair of flip-flops.
Use glow-in-the-dark paint to coat the straps for a magical effect.
Add foam stickers or embellishments for extra flair.
Let everything dry completely before wearing.
These glow-in-the-dark flip-flops are perfect for summer nights or parties!
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
These are the sidekicks of the mom world.
They've saved so many from countless pacifier-related meltdowns and the versatility is just the cherry on top.
Silicone Toy Safety Straps
Peace of Mind: No more pacifier hide-and-seek! These clips keep binkies close and off dirty floors.
Versatility: They're not just for pacifiers! Clip toys, teething rings, or sippy cups.
Durability: These stretchy silicone clips are built to withstand your little one's tug-of-war games.
Game
Parenting Pop Quiz
What is the most typical bedtime for a school-age child? (Answer below)
A) 6:00 PM
B) 7:00 PM
C) 8:00 PM
D) 9:00 PM
E) Whenever they want
Mom’s Meme 🤣
Answer
C) 8:00 PM