Hydration, boxes, and the wild ride of motherhood

Hi, 

I hope you had a meaningful day. And if you didn’t yet have a chance, close your eyes for 30 seconds now and beg Hashem for the geulah. It’s time for His glory to be revealed in this world.

Amen.

Now, a disclaimer. One reader responded to last week’s jewelry cleaning tip: 

Yikes! My aunt who works in jewelry (previously at Tiffany's) says soaking your diamonds in dish soap will loosen them and can make them fall out! Better to use tooth paste or baking soda and scrub with a toothbrush. (Also get your rings checked yearly to ensure the diamonds haven't loosened from washing your hands/dishes).

I’ve been cleaning my jewelry this way for years, without any problems bH, but diamonds aren’t something to take risks with.

Also, lately, I’ve been loving these. I’m super passionate about hydration – and about water being the best source. I never thought I’d be a “packet” person but (along with the best bottle ever, ofc) they’ve have really been helping me keep my water intake up which I struggle with in the winter! (I’ll take hot coffee all day long, thanks.)

JUST A Q

One readers asks: What to do about a four-year-old boy hitting? Looking for mom-to-mom advice of what actually works, rather than "expert" input (I’ve tried all of it!)

JUST FOR YOU

🫙HACK: Open your jars easily. Jars stuck shut? Stick a knife up into the underside of the cover — between the cover and the glass — and push gently against the top until you hear a soft release of air. Then, turn the cover and voila! (Thanks Reader C for sharing!)

📦REC: Don’t throw out your boxes. They really do look like a bus, or a ship, or a plane for kids. If you get a big one, pop your little kids inside with washable markers and let them create a wonderland. Older kids can take scissors, glue, and a stack of construction paper. Enjoy the peace and quiet while it lasts 😊

🛍️TIP: Shop sales. I love shopping end-of-season sales because, well you can’t beat the price drops! Also - we can very often get use of the discounted purchases still in the current season, with the pace of season-turnover in the stores. 

Bondoux Baby has a gorgeous selection of beautiful and fun styles.

Here are some must-browse collections: 

• The Laylay pajamas on special sale now (purchase for this year, or next, but quick, sizes are selling out fast!). I especially love the Hello & heart print collections

• The terry shapes collection (baby girl set, top, dress, preteen set) are super cute IRL. Start building your summer wardrobe!

• So many winter items (coats, sets, and dresses) are on sale too, if you need to refresh or fill gaps to tide you over til Pesach.

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JUST FOR LAUGHS

MOTHERHOOD MUSING

That’s all for today!💜☕

The JAM Fam

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