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Creative Storage Bins as Dresser Alternatives
Danielle Sexton
February 26, 2024
"If you cannot do great things, do small things in a great way."
- Napoleon Hill
Hello, Monday! Also known as 'Find a matching pair of socks' day. Today, we're simplifying life with storage hacks, indulging in a pancake paradise, and embracing the slime life.
Today’s Mommy scoop:
Storage Bins: A Dresser Alternative
A Dutch Baby Pancake 🥞
DIY Crunchy Slime: Kid-Approved
Mom Hack
Use Storage Bins Instead of Dressers
livingwellmom
Mom Hack
Here's a neat trick for small bedrooms – swap out bulky dressers for under-bed storage bins.
It's a great way to organize your kids' clothes while freeing up valuable floor space.
More room for toys, books, and play! Plus, it makes sharing a room a little easier.
Mom's Mic: This Week’s Poll 🎤
How often do you feel overwhelmed as a mother?-> Vote to reveal what other moms think |
Poll Results From 2/23
How do you handle social media and privacy when it comes to your kids?
🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️⬜️ I share everything (15%)
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 I share selectively (37%)
🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️⬜️ Only with family and close friends (23%)
🟨🟨🟨🟨⬜️⬜️ I don't share anything about my kids online (25%)
Featured Response 😄
“There are many great apps that allow you to create private photo albums so loved ones can see all photos of the kids without having to share them to a public site. ”
Love this tip! It's such a smart way to keep those precious moments private yet shareable with our inner circle. 📸 -Danielle 😊
Mom’s Menu
🥞 Blueberry Dutch Baby Pancake
superhealthykids
Ready to upgrade your breakfast game?
This Blueberry Dutch Baby Pancake is a surefire way to start the day with smiles all around. 💙
Why You'll Love It
🍇 Bursting with fresh blueberries, adding a lovely pop of sweetness and color.
🥞 A delightful twist on traditional pancakes, puffy and golden with a custardy center.
Ingredients 📝
3 tablespoons salted butter
3/4 cup milk
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon sugar
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions 👩🍳
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Place butter in an 8x8 baking dish and melt it in the oven.
Blend milk, eggs, sugar, flour, and salt in a blender until smooth.
Pour the batter over the melted butter in the hot pan. Sprinkle blueberries on top.
Bake for 14-16 minutes until the pancake puffs up and turns golden brown.
Serve with warm maple syrup, powdered sugar, and extra blueberries.
superhealthykids
Note 📌
Feel free to experiment with different fruits like raspberries or diced peaches.
This recipe is perfect for serving a crowd, just double the ingredients and use a larger baking dish!
It's a delicious way to bring a little excitement to your morning routine.
Bon appétit! 🌞🍽️💕
Full recipe here.
Daily DIY (Kids Edition)
Crunchy Slime
asparkleofgenius
Who knew making slime could be this fun?
Get ready for some squishy, crunchy amusement with this DIY crunchy slime.
Mix a 5 oz bottle of clear glue with ½ cup water.
Stir in ½ tsp baking soda, then add glitter for sparkle.
Mix in 1 tbsp contact solution; it'll start to thicken.
Add foam beads for that satisfying crunch.
Knead until it's no longer sticky, adding more beads as desired.
Store your crunchy slime in an airtight container.
Perfect for hours of sensory play and fun! 😊
The tutorial is here.
Mom’s Choice
This nifty gadget makes it easy for kids to reach light switches, and bonus - it glows in the dark!
It's simple to install and really empowers your kiddos to be more self-reliant. 🧒
Light Switch Extender for Kids
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Game
Parenting Pop Quiz
What is the recommended daily sleep duration for toddlers
(Answer below)
A) 8-10 hours
B) 11-14 hours
C) 15-17 hours
D) 18-20 hours
E) Just enough to recharge for another round of hide and seek
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Answer
B) 11-14 hours
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