"You can't calm the storm, so stop trying. What you can do is calm yourself. The storm will pass."
- Timber Hawkeye
Hey Mama! 🌼 Happy Fri-YAY! Yes, we made it. Another week of juggling sippy cups and spreadsheets, all while retaining a bit of our sanity. Golf claps all around. 👏
Today’s Mommy scoop:
👶 Dresser = diaper-changing station
🍣 Banana Sushi
🕯️ Create Your Own DIY Candles
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Mom Hack
Use a changing pad on a dresser instead of a changing table
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Mom Hack
Forget the changing table and maximize your space with a two-in-one solution!
Use a comfy changing pad on top of a sturdy dresser. This way, you've got all your little one's clothes, diapers, and wipes right at your fingertips.
Plus, the dresser can be used for years to come, long after the diaper days are over.
My actual nursery is fairly tight, so this was a game-changer in our household 🙂
Together with Hiya
How do you get a kid to take a vitamin?
Most brands answer with candy. Make it a gummy, load the sugar, done.
Hiya answered with a ritual instead. The vitamin is a chewable, sweetened with monk fruit.
The fun part is the bottle: glass, refillable, and your kid covers it in stickers until it's theirs.
Turns out ownership beats sugar. They remind you.
Inside: 15 essential vitamins and minerals, 12 real fruits and veggies, zero added sugar, no dyes.
Ages two and up.
First bottles are fifteen dollars right now, so you can find out if your kid's the reminder type.
Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
Do your kids have a savings account or piggy bank?
Poll Results From 9/9
What's your family's favorite weekend activity?
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ Going to the park (31%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Baking or cooking together (7%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Movie nights (12%)
🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ Playing board games (10%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 Exploring new places (40%)
Featured Response 💬
“Our little dude is only 13 months old, but he absolutely loves to climb up in his kitchen tower & "help" me food prep, wash dishes, & cook. We may have a tiny chef in the making!👨🏽🍳”
Aww, I bet he feels like such a big kid up there helping you 🥹 - Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
Banana Sushi 🍌🍣
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Remember when sushi nights were all about raw fish and romantic dates?
Say hello to kid-approved Banana Sushi!
It's the go-to snack that's as fun to make as it is to munch.
❤ Why You'll Love It
🍫 Customizable Fun: Kids can choose their own spreads and toppings.
🍌 Healthy and Yummy: Combines fruit with protein-rich options.
📝 Ingredients
Bananas
Almond butter or whipped cream cheese
Toppings: crushed cereal, shredded coconut, chia seeds, chopped chocolate, cinnamon sugar
👩🍳 Instructions
Peel the bananas and cut them into 1½- to 2-inch pieces.
Spread each piece with almond butter or whipped cream cheese.
Roll each piece in your desired coating(s): crushed cereal, rice crispy, chia seeds, shredded coconut, chopped chocolate, or cinnamon sugar.
Serve immediately so the coatings stick while the spread is soft.
📌 Note
Mix and match the coatings depending on texture and sweetness your family prefers.
If you want it more nutritious, favor chia seeds and coconut over sugary coatings.
This snack doesn’t need cooking; it’s perfect for hot days or when you want something easy.
There you have it, a snack-time hit that’s as close to Pinterest-worthy as most of us will ever get.
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Mom Side Hustle)
DIY Candles (Make & Sell)
Candles are not only soothing to make, but they can also become a fun little Etsy side hustle.
Choose your favorite wax (soy, beeswax, or even recycled bits) and decide whether you’d like to try container, pillar, or votive candles.
Here’s how to get started:
Melt your wax in a heatproof container.
Stir in fragrance oils and color dye if you’d like.
Place a wick in your container or mold.
Pour the melted wax in and let it cool.
Trim the wick and dress it up with labels, ribbons, or a pretty container.
These make sweet gifts or a cozy little income stream.
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
This blanket was more than just a soft place for my baby to lie, it's a canvas for capturing memories.
Each month, it's so much fun to see how much your little one has grown. It's a keepsake to cherish long after your baby outgrows it. 📸
Organic Baby Monthly Milestone Blanket
Memories: This blanket helps you capture your baby's growth and milestones in a beautiful way.
Quality: It's organic and super soft, perfect for your baby's delicate skin.
Gift-worthy: It comes in a lovely box, making it a perfect baby shower gift.
Game
Mama Knows Best: True or False?
Adding a small amount of sugar to an infant's bottle can help them sleep better at night.
(Answer below)
A) True
B) False
Mom’s Meme 🤣
Answer
B) False