[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Make it easier on yourself to feed your family this month with my new family meal plan for June. It has 30 easy summer meals on a budget, plus ideas for breakfast, snacks, and lunches…all parent and kid approved. Summer Meals on a Budget With fresh seasonal […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Combine four simple ingredients into a delicious Peach Banana Cottage Cheese Smoothie with incredible creaminess and plenty of protein. It even has more than 100% of the daily RDA for Vitamin C and has perfect smoothie texture! Peach Banana Cottage Cheese Smoothie I’m always looking for easy […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Made with just a few simple ingredients, this fresh and flavorful Pesto Pasta Salad is a quick and easy family meal you’ll be able to pull together even on those nights you don’t really feel like cooking! Bonus: It stores really well in the fridge for easy […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Serve up a dose of vegetables for breakfast with this Zucchini Pancake recipe. It’s a yummy breakfast for kids that you can make and share with the whole family—babies and toddlers on up! And they’re SO fluffy! Zucchini Pancakes Every summer, or really whenever we have too […]
[ad_1] Each stage of life encourages all of us to learn skills and adapt to our surroundings. Teens finish high school and make plans for the next big adventure, whether it is college, trade school, or entry into the world of work. These milestones in the life of an emerging young adult are just the […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Using just three ingredients, you can customize a homemade Ice Cream Cake for any birthday or holiday in the flavors you (or the kids!) want. It’s super affordable, very straightforward, and so fun to make! Homemade Ice Cream Cake When my middle kiddo turned four, she had […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Make hydration so very yummy with this super simple Watermelon Smoothie. With just two ingredients, you can blend up a smoothie for kids that’s packed with Vitamin C, protein, calcium, and pure deliciousness. Watermelon Smoothie It can be hard to get the kids to drink as much […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later All year long is popsicle season as far as I’m concerned, so having the best, durable, easy-to-use popsicle molds can be such a help. From classic popsicle molds and molds for babies, to molds in fun shapes and more, these are here to help you with all […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later No matter the time of year (though especially in the summer!), there are nights when you just really don’t want to cook. And luckily, we don’t have to! Enter: This big list of easy no-cook meals that are quick and easy to make and serve to everyone […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later The next time you just cannot summon the energy to cook a meal…Snack Dinner to the rescue! I love this easy concept because it’s so easy to make one big platter for the whole family to share, or individual plates for each kiddo. And: You can use […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Bake a batch of these simple, yet delicious Strawberry Oatmeal Bars, to share with the kids. They’re easy to make in advance, are packed with strawberry flavor, and are great for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Strawberry Oatmeal Bars I love this time of the year because the […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Transform a few simple ingredients into a nutrient-packed breakfast or snack with this Cherry Smoothie recipe. It’s creamy, naturally sweet, and packed with nutrition. Best of all? You can share it with the kids! Cherry Smoothie Frozen cherries, which are easy to use since they are already […]
[ad_1] Parenting is a journey. It is not a sprint to the finish, rather, a daily walk with those in our care, until they are launched as independent young adults. And then, parenting continues. Some parents look forward to the day their children leave the nest, knowing they created an environment that helped them learn […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later What is intuitive eating? And how can it apply to how we feed ourselves and our kids? If you’re looking for a way to reduce drama around meals and improve your own relationship with what you eat and how you feel in your body, this is for […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later With four kinds of produce, including two fruits and two veggies, these healthy Zucchini Carrot Muffins are a perfect kids breakfast or snack. They store well in the fridge and freezer so you can make a batch and have it on hand for easy meals! Zucchini Carrot […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Here’s to less work feeding the kids their mid-day meal this summer! These easy summer lunch ideas are here to help you offer nutritious lunches that are quick, yummy, and perfect for warm days. Summer Lunch Ideas Whether you have kids heading to daycare, camp, or who […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Learn the quick and easy method to make fresh and delicious Watermelon Juice at home with just one fresh ingredient—watermelon! It’s a Vitamin C-packed way to hydrate the kids and you don’t even need a juicer. Watermelon Juice It can be hard to keep the kids hydrated […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later I’ve learned over the years as a parent that sometimes, a simple change to the way we serve a food is all it takes to get the kids interested. And these Smoothie Bowls are a super fun way to serve a smoothie—and the kids can DIY the […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later This fresh Strawberry Cake is absolutely bursting with fresh berries. And the sheet cake is my go-to dessert for a potluck or picnic since you can make it up to one day ahead and serve it straight out of the fridge. Easy, fresh and delish for the […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Combine the best of two favorite baked goods with this delicious take on Zucchini Banana Bread. It has whole grains, both fruits and veggies, and a super easy method that you can do even if you have a toddler underfoot! Zucchini Banana Bread One of my biggest […]
[ad_1] The milestones that make up healthy growth and development of children are used by parents, health professionals, and early childhood experts as guidance for what to expect as children grow. No two children will experience the same growth pattern. Each of us grows in our own timing, however, the milestones help us to prepare […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later BMI, or the body mass indicator, is a common metric used to measure health. Learn where it came from and why it’s incredibly problematic and misleading—and what to focus on instead when considering health. What is BMI? Whenever you head in for a check up, there is […]
[ad_1] View Post Counting to 100 in the best outdoor activity! Need a fun little win that helps in more ways than one? Try this Counting to 100 activity – it has everything good we’re looking for in early childhood activities. RELATED: Looking for more outdoor activities for kids? I’ve got a great list! Let’s […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later With just a handful of nutritious ingredients, you can bake up super easy Banana Oatmeal Muffins to share with the kids. Bonus: These store so well in the fridge for days! Banana Oatmeal Muffins Almost every week, I make a batch of healthy muffins to have on […]
[ad_1] While recording Season 5 on children’s milestones, I couldn’t help but think about all the parents who listen in and say, “but what if they aren’t?” or “but what if my child never will?” These are hard questions for a parenting educator to answer. As the parent of a child with special needs, I also […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Learning how to meal plan can be a huge game changer when it comes to feeding your family healthy meals, but it’s also a concept that can be challenging and overwhelming. Try these 10 tips to help reap all of the benefits, without stress or worry about […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later These homemade Strawberry Popsicles are a staple in our house. They are sweet, a tiny bit tangy, nutritious and a cinch to make. They are versatile too, which means you can change the recipe up all year long according to what you have on hand! Strawberry Popsicles […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later With a quick stir-together method, this easy Overnight Oats with yogurt recipe can be ready and waiting come morning—so you can serve up a delish breakfast without even having to think about it. (Because I know we’re not always getting a full night of sleep as parents…) […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Here’s the scoop on why diets are never the answer to health issues our kids may have—and what you should do instead. Kids and Diets We all want to serve healthy food for kids and have them actually eat it. And for them to love their bodies. […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later This muffin tin Egg Muffin with Bacon, Egg, and Cheese is a perfect brunch dish, especially when you have little ones underfoot. You can make it ahead of time and simply reheat when ready to serve. Plus, they’re pre-portioned so serving them to a crowd is easy! […]
[ad_1] Now that the kids are in school full time, we may really notice how they begin to manage their continuing gross motor skills, emotional management, and budding friendships with classmates. Have the kids in the neighborhood been riding bikes? Or have the children expressed an interest in some of the formal team sports like […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Help the family stay fueled at the beach with these easy to pack (and safe to store) beach snacks. Beach Snacks We head to the NJ shore almost every summer and try to spend as much time as we can at the beach. Which means….we need a […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Make a batch of these super yummy French Toast Sticks to share with the kids. It’s so much easier to bake French Toast, rather than standing by the stove flipping each slice, and the leftovers store so well for future meals! French Toast Sticks I am always […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later These flourless Chocolate Protein Muffins pack in the nutrients and can be quickly mixed up in a blender. They even have kale, zucchini, and lots of healthy fats tucked inside—and you’ll love how well they store in the fridge! Chocolate Protein Muffins Muffins are one of those […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later These super easy Mango Popsicles are crazy simple to make—they have just two ingredients!—and they are completely refreshing. Plus, the Vitamin C, probiotics, and protein make them a nutritious snack for those little bellies! Mango Popsicles My girls are totally obsessed with mango and I love how naturally […]
[ad_1] Share it or save it for later Feed your family well without spending so much time figuring out how to do it all with the help of my latest family meal plan. They’re kid-friendly, yet parent-approved, and are a way to get some much needed cooking inspiration this spring! Family Meal Plan This meal […]