[ad_1] Learn how to turn fresh zucchini into a bright and fresh pasta sauce with a simple method. This easy meal takes less than 30 minutes and the sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge or freezer for future meals. Zucchini Pasta Sauce Every year I ask my husband to plant fewer […]

[ad_1] Learn how to serve black beans for baby—whether from a can or cooked from dry—with these easy ideas for finger foods and bean puree. Black Beans for Baby Beans are one of the most affordable, nutritious plant-based proteins around, and they are—fortunately for us!—so easy to prepare for kids of all ages. My girls […]

[ad_1] With simple ingredients, six flavor variations, and one easy method, this Strawberry Smoothie recipe is here for you! Change it up based on what you have and what the kids like—in perfectly creamy smoothie texture, every time. Strawberry Smoothie Recipe I know that most of us so often make do with what we have […]

[ad_1] Feed yourself well during the day with these easy, nutritious lunch ideas for work. Each can be made ahead, stashed in the fridge, and eaten whenever you need a meal. And you can share them all with your kids, too. Lunch Ideas for Work As a busy parent myself, I know firsthand how hard […]

[ad_1] Learn the safest and easiest ways to serve cherry for babies, whether you’re doing baby-led weaning or purees. You’ll find cherry finger foods and an easy cherry puree to introduce the fruit to baby. Cherry for Baby Cherries are one of the most flavorful fruits and are loaded with antioxidants and natural sweetness. Their […]

[ad_1] With just a handful of flavorful ingredients (including chocolate and peanut butter), these crispy no-bake Chocolate Granola Bars are delish as a snack or dessert. They take about 10 minutes to make and you can store them in the fridge or freezer for weeks. Chocolate Granola Bars Made with rolled oats, crispy rice cereal, […]

[ad_1] With a ridiculously easy method and a short ingredient list, you can transform dried black beans into a few meals worth of tender, flavorful vegetarian protein with this Slow Cooker Black Beans recipe. Plus: They freeze beautifully! Slow Cooker Black Beans This is hands down one of my favorite easy ways to prep for […]

[ad_1] Learn the ins and outs of the meaning of “BLW”, or “baby-led weaning”, with tips for safety and allergy introduction. This post is sponsored by SpoonfulONE. BLW Meaning The term “BLW” stands for baby-led weaning, the infant feeding method where we allow baby to take the lead on feeding themselves from an early age […]

[ad_1] Serve up a balanced mix of complex carbs and protein with these delicious Banana Oatmeal Pancakes. Bonus: The leftovers reheat so well and they’re delish with or without maple syrup. Banana Oatmeal Pancakes We often tend to have very ripe bananas lingering on the shelf come the weekend, so I regularly turn them into […]

[ad_1] With the easiest method ever, these homemade refried beans are made easily in the slow cooker and are a perfect component to taco night. Homemade Refried Beans Making homemade refried beans is so much easier than you might realize, and they’re an incredibly easy way to serve up vegetarian protein in a budget-friendly dinner. […]

[ad_1] With just a few ingredients and the option to make these on the stove-top or in the oven as a sheet pan pancakes, these Strawberry Pancakes are bursting with berry flavor and are so yummy. Strawberry Pancakes We have long loved our Yogurt Pancakes as a delicious and filling breakfast option, and this strawberry […]

[ad_1] It’s time to teach your child to wipe. But how? Inside: How do you actually teach your child to wipe? This step by step post has the answers you need. How many articles exist on the Internet about how to potty train? A million? Maybe more. Everyone on Earth talks about helping kids learn […]

[ad_1] If you and your kids love freeze-dried strawberries or strawberry chips sold in the convenient, but somewhat pricey packages, or you have a surplus of fresh strawberries, you will love this recipe for Oven-Dried Strawberries. It’s a simple method for drying fresh strawberries into what are basically chips. So good! Oven-Dried Strawberries These dried […]

[ad_1] The entire parenting journey is a mix of joy, anticipation, caution, some worry, and a lot of unknowns! Each experience brings emotions! When the emotion is overwhelming, we can catch ourselves becoming dis-regulated. This season Mackenzie and Lori have highlighted the important aspects of keeping regulated while parenting. Both adults and kids can become […]

[ad_1] Whenever we wind up with a pile of zucchini from the store or the garden, it’s time for all things zucchini. And this baked Zucchini Fritters recipe is such an easy way to serve it up to the kids and the whole batch is ready in under 30 minutes. Zucchini Fritters Recipe I love […]

[ad_1] Getting your toddler to try new foods—or to eat a food they liked last week!—can be an uphill slog at times. Here are ten simple things that can help…and that you can do without bending over backwards to please a picky eater at mealtimes.  Try New Foods Toddlers, with their love of independence and […]

[ad_1] So many of my favorite kids food products are on sale right now, so I wanted to be sure to share! Prime Day Amazon’s two day summer sale is on and so many awesome products are anywhere from 10-50% off. You can find all of my favorite sales in my Amazon Storefront. They’re all […]

[ad_1] This Peach Smoothie is so seriously refreshing and comes together in under 5 minutes. It’s nutritious, naturally sweet, and is easy to adjust for the ingredients you prefer and have on hand. Peach Smoothie My middle kiddo has recently been asking for peach smoothies (in part since she likes to steal some of the […]

[ad_1] Make quick work of deciding what to make for lunch with these easy homemade lunch ideas. They work at home, to pack for school, or for a day out and about—for you and the kids both. Homemade Lunch Ideas I am always saying how much harder it is to make lunch than any other […]

[ad_1] Bursting with fresh fruit, these Peach Muffins are a delicious breakfast or snack option to share with the kids. You can use fresh or frozen peaches and make the muffins in under 30 minutes. So yum! Peach Muffins I’ve been making my Banana Peach Muffins for years, but this season, I wanted a straight […]

[ad_1] Find trusted recommendations for the very best baby lunch box for daycare, travel, or home with these budget-friendly picks. Each has been tested in real life for over a year to ensure durability, ease of cleaning, and ease of use. Baby Lunch Box Figuring out what to pack for a baby for a day […]

[ad_1] We are super fans of all frozen treats over here and it seemed time to make one entirely from fruit. These Ice Pops are the delicious result. They take about 10 minutes to make and are so versatile that you can make them with almost any fruit you have. Win! Ice Pops Recipe Blending […]

[ad_1] The relationships that form as a new baby joins a family is significant for a number of reasons. The bonding and attachment is the foundation for later learning for that new baby. A baby that cries, and is comforted by a family caregiver, learns to trust that as they have needs, those needs will […]

[ad_1] Blend up a weight gain shake with accessible, nutritious ingredients for a fraction of the cost of store-bought—and with Ia flavor that’s designed to please the kids! Weight Gain Shake I know there are families who rely on calorically dense shakes to fuel the kids—both kids who may need some help gaining weight and […]

[ad_1] It’s so easy to make this homemade protein powder recipe to make smoothies and flavored milks more filling. And it only takes about 2 minutes and costs so much less than buying protein powder at the store. Protein Powder Recipe I have spent way too much money in my adult life on protein powders […]

[ad_1] Learn all about the best sources of calcium for kids, and get recipe ideas and sample meals. Whether your kids eat dairy or need nondairy calcium sources, this will set your mind at ease about the nutrient! Calcium for Kids I know there are specific nutrients parents worry about and calcium is one of […]

[ad_1] Use this guide to make popsicles in all the best flavor options and styles, including ice pops and creamy freezer pops. Plus, the best popsicle molds. You’ll be totally set for warm weather treats with this post! How to Make Popsicles We love homemade popsicles for snack, dessert, and even breakfast, and once you […]