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Our Favorite Ninja Picture Books

By: Katie Fenske September 9, 2021September 9, 2021

As I was organizing my childrens’ bookshelf the other day, I noticed that we have A LOT of picture books featuring ninjas. This could be a sign that I live in a house with little boys or the fact that ninjas are just cool and will capture any little kids eye. Ninjas are sneaky, determined,…

How to Give a Newborn a Sponge Bath

By: Katie Fenske September 7, 2021September 7, 2021

Mom Stuff

Did you know that newborns between the ages of 0-2 weeks should only get a sponge bath? I sure didn’t when I was a new mom. I had no clue what I was doing. Luckily, I had my best friend on hand to give me some tips from a mom who had already been there.…

How to Make Hamburger Cookies

By: Meg August 31, 2021January 25, 2022

Kid Stuff, Yummy StuffFood & Drinks, Holidays/Events2 Comments

Hello Burnt Pancake readers! I am so honored to get to be a guest poster…is that a word/a thing? Anywho, I am pumped to share here! Alright, I am not much of a cook. I really wish I was…I’ve always envied those beautiful mama’s who cook organic meals with butter they have churned themselves and vegetables they grew…

Miss Kate, Why Don’t You Have Any Girls?

By: Katie Fenske August 27, 2021December 8, 2021

Mom Stuff, My StoriesBoy Mom6 Comments

Recently, while leaving the park, my best friend’s 4-year old daughter turned to me and asked, “Miss Kate, why don’t you have any girls?” Such an innocently loaded question. How do I answer that without dumping some deep emotions on this little girl? I quickly mulled that question over in my mind, trying to come…

Back to School Lunchbox Joke Cards

By: Katie Fenske August 24, 2021August 24, 2021

Kid StuffPrintables

You might have the child that gets excited about all things Back to School. From getting new school supplies to seeing new friends, September is something to look forward to. For my son, starting second grade, came with moans and complaints. He does not enjoy the hustle and bustle in the mornings and the end…

My Udderly Irresistible Lactation Cookies

By: Katie Fenske August 17, 2021August 17, 2021

Mom Stuff, Yummy StuffFood & Drinks, Gifts

Picture this. I had just survived the labor and delivery of a baby. Finally back in my own home, my body ached in areas I was not used to, and I was navigating the world of breastfeeding, all while surviving on almost no sleep. Then, my best friend walked in, waving around a ziplock bag…

My Hospital Bag Checklist

By: Katie Fenske August 12, 2021August 17, 2021

Mom Stuff

My cousin just had a baby and as she was busy packing her hospital bag, she asked me for some advice. Having made three trip to labor and delivery myself, I had a pretty good idea of what items are essential and what items the hospital will provide. I put together this checklist so she…

Bubbles: Tiny Pops or Karate Chops?

By: Katie Fenske August 10, 2021September 24, 2021

Mom Stuff, My StoriesBoy Mom

For most, bubbles are gentle iridescent spheres drifting away on a silent breeze. Tiny giggles and squeals chase after them as they slip over the fence, up into the sky and away to places only our imagination can dream to go. Their pops are silent but leave a tiny splash to remind us of the…

The Baseball Cake That Anyone Can Make

By: Katie Fenske August 5, 2021August 17, 2021

Kid Stuff, Yummy StuffBoy Mom, Food & Drinks, Holidays/Events

For my son’s fourth birthday, we decided to throw a baseball themed party. I am not a baker by any means but I love decorating the birthday cakes for my boys and they really do look forward to it every year. This baseball cake is so easy, you’ll be sure to knock it out of the ballpark.

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Raising Kids One Mistake at a Time

By: Katie Fenske August 5, 2021December 1, 2021

Featured Stuff, Mom Stuff, My StoriesBoy Mom

It has taken me over seven years to start accepting the fact that as a mom, I can and will make mistakes. A lot of them.

When I first became a mom I thought I was prepared. I read the baby books, attended all the classes my hospital offered, researched every topic, and took copious notes from veteran moms giving me pointers about baby gear and sleep training.

And then my son arrived.