Choosing the Right Breakfast Staples: Tips From a Registered Dietitian
As a busy mom of two school-aged children, I know how hectic weekday breakfast can be. There’s no time to make a full breakfast,...
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Healthy Breakfast for Dinner Ideas
My family always cheers when I declare it “Breakfast for Dinner” night in our house. Something about eating breakfast foods at a time of...
Veggie Side Dishes for Picky Eaters
I am a mom of three, my oldest being 11 and my youngest just 2 years old, so I’ve been dealing with picky eaters...
Choosing The Right Lunchbox Staples
Packing a school lunch is a very important task these days. We want to provide a variety of healthy foods, but we also want...
10 Veggie-Packed Recipes Kids Will Love
As the parent of both a picky eater and one that will eat just about anything, I know it can be tough to create...
5 Ways to Stuff (or Top) a Pita
Pita bread is one of the most versatile foods, in my opinion. It can be a great (light) replacement for bread when you are...
20+ Healthy Fall Recipes
Fall brings cooler weather, changing leaves and an array of new flavors. Pumpkin, apple, maple and cinnamon fill the air and our diets. Classics...
Managing Stress About Food
Food is everywhere! Online, on TV, on billboards, in magazines, on every street corner. In fact, food is so much a part of our...
Lunchbox Basics: Set Yourself up for Success
When it comes to packing a lunch for school, many parents are left scratching their heads trying to come up with ideas that are...
Nut Free Alternatives for Kids
Many schools are now nut free or have nut-free zones. While I understand this can be frustrating for parents who would love to send...
Easy Weeknight Dinners for Back to School
Back-to-school is around the corner, whether we like it or not. With back-to-school comes routine, homework and, for me, a desire to get back...
Tips for Parenting Kids With Different Body Types
Just because kids are in the same family doesn’t mean they look alike. Although we share some genes with our siblings, we don’t share...
Oven Roasted Potatoes – 5 Different Ways
Oven roasted vegetables are definitely an easy way to get a healthy flavorful side dish on your dinner table that your whole family will...
5 Delicious Ways to Make Tostadas
Cooking for kids can sometimes be funny and a bit tricky. I've learned you have to sometimes pick your battles and play their game....
How Gardening Can Improve Mental Health
Did you know that playing in the dirt can be good for your brain, heart and relationships? This time of year, many of us...
4 Steps to a Backyard Garden
What better place to grow special family memories than in a garden? Before you start growing your own fresh, nutritious, and tasty food, here...
Build Your Own Pizza
Pizza is a family-favorite in my household! We love to let our girls pick out their favorite toppings and help us assemble a delicious...
4 Easy Veggies to Blend Into Any Recipe
Everyone knows how important it is for kids to eat tons of fruits & veggies and in my house fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and...
5 Tips for Getting Kids Involved in the Kitchen
We are very excited to share this guest blog post from our friends at The Kids Cook Monday. Having your children help you prepare...
10 Kitchen Staples Everyone Needs
As a meal planning blogger, one of the questions I get most often is for ideas on how to put together a quick meal...
10 Ways to Get Kids to Try New Foods
It’s not always easy to get your kids to try new foods, but expanding your kids’ palates is important for several reasons. It’s good...
5 Easy Swaps to Makeover Your Meals
Looking for easy ways to eat healthier in the new year? Get your family on the healthy track without drastically changing your way of...
15 Healthy Comfort Food Recipes
At the start of the year, many of us pledge to eat healthier. Instead of giving up your favorite comfort foods, a few small...
Healthy Family New Year’s Resolutions
The New Year is upon us, and with the New Year comes resolutions and pledging a fresh start. One of the most common resolutions...
