[ad_1] With just 3 simple ingredients—and no added sugars—this simple Crockpot Applesauce boasts intense apple flavor and a smooth (or chunky!) texture to please the preferences of your kids. It’s so easy and delish! Crockpot Applesauce We love eating applesauce as a simple side, stirred into plain yogurt, in pancakes, in granola, or even in […]

[ad_1] Canning can be so much work and there are very few recipes that I find to be totally worth it—but these canned peaches in honey syrup is my absolute favorite. Learn how to can peaches (it’s actually very straightforward) to make the most delicious peaches ever. How to Can Peaches For about a decade, […]

[ad_1] Find the very best pizza lunches for school, home, or anywhere in between. These ideas are perfect for kids or adults, can be modified for preferences and allergies, and are just delish! Pizza Lunches Pizza is such an easy lunch option, especially since it’s so versatile. There are easy ways to make pizza rolls, […]

[ad_1] This list is here to help you come up with snacks for the kids day in and day out since it always seems like it’s snack time. Each quick snack idea will help fuel the kids until their next meal, and they’ll only take you a few minutes of time to prep. Easy Healthy […]

[ad_1] Tender, flavorful, and packed with protein, these Peanut Butter Muffins can have any add-in your family likes and they store well for days (or longer in the freezer). They’re great to prep ahead and enjoy all week. Peanut Butter Muffins I started making muffins with a dose of peanut butter when my middle kiddo […]

[ad_1] Baby-Led Weaning is an infant feeding method that’s been getting more attention in recent years, but some parents are wondering if there is science to support it. In this episode, our special guest cohost will help us explore the research and reality on this infant feeding approach! Mackenzie DeJong Aunt of four unique kiddos. […]

[ad_1] These bite-size Zucchini Tots are perfect to dip and dunk into ketchup, salsa, guacamole, or sour cream. And they are such a delicious way to transform zucchini into a lunch or dinner main dish. Plus: You can make them in under 30 minutes and they store well for future days, too. Zucchini Tots We […]

[ad_1] Have some budding artists? This outdoor name art is a fun change of pace, and a perfect quick summer activity when you need to refocus kid energy. In just minutes, you can have kids outside and painting away. Related: Looking for other outdoor activities for kids – try my list of favorites. There’s a […]

[ad_1] Find more than a dozen easy, quick, and nourishing sandwich lunch ideas for adults and kids of all ages. Use these to take some of the work out of coming up with ideas for what to pack for lunch for school, work, or serving at home. Sandwich Lunch Ideas Sandwiches are one of the […]

[ad_1] Ready to give baking soda and vinegar a huge upgrade? This perfect outdoor activity for kids takes a classic science experiment and turns it up a notch. As a bonus: It will also breathe some new life into your sand or water table at the same time. You’ve got to make a science table. […]

[ad_1] Learn how to store whole and sliced apples for ultimate freshness to enjoy the fruit at home, pack in lunches, and serve as snacks—with no browning! How to Store Apples I am forever looking for easy ways to store produce to cut up more than one serving at a time and to keep leftovers […]

[ad_1] Learn how to make easy homemade Apricot Baby Food, with both puree and BLW options. Find storage tips and baby food combinations, too. Apricot Baby Food Turning fresh apricots into baby food, whether as a puree or a baby-led weaning food, is easy with this simple method. You can use this as a Stage […]

[ad_1] With a quick 20-minute cooking method perfect for a weeknight, this easy Shrimp and Noodles recipe has a flavorful (yet kid-friendly!) Asian sauce with a refreshing hit of citrus. Yum! Easy Shrimp and Noodles My kids, like many, are fans of all things related to noodles, so I try to use them to stretch […]

[ad_1] Find the best baby food storage containers in glass, BPA-free plastic, and stainless steel, with options for jars, containers, reusable pouches, lidded bowls and more. I’ve included options for all budgets that will last and last! Baby Food Storage Containers Make the most of all of that nutritious baby food—whether purees, BLW, or finger […]

[ad_1] Learn how to make the most flavorful Blueberry Yogurt with 3 simple ingredients. It’s low sugar, high protein, and so yummy. Blueberry Yogurt My kids love flavored yogurts and I love how easy it is to make our own versions for less than the cost of store-bought. And that we can actually make them […]

[ad_1] Find easy, nutritious, and delicious packed lunch ideas for kids and adults for daycare, school, work, and travel. You’ll find a mix of assembly-only ideas, ones you can prep ahead, and ones that take just minutes to pack before heading out the door. Packed Lunch Ideas Deciding what to pack for lunch can feel […]

[ad_1] Refreshing, simple, and ready in minutes, this Mango Sorbet is a seriously delish recipe to share with the kids. You don’t need an ice cream maker and yet, it’s perfectly creamy! Mango Sorbet I love having the option of turning frozen diced mango into sorbet, especially on warm days. It’s so easy to do—it’s […]

[ad_1] Ice sensory bin is one of the simplest toddler activities loaded with all the best parts of child’s play. Building this outdoor activity takes just minutes, but the play it creates lasts much longer. It’s an absolute perfect toddler activity that you’ll be remaking on repeat all summer. It’s true: maybe this activity isn’t […]

[ad_1] This easy Ratatouille Pasta is a fuss-free recipe you can make in about 30 minutes—or that you can make ahead to freeze for later—that serves up a mix of vegetables with comforting Italian flavor. It’s so good for the whole family and is so versatile. Easy Ratatouille Pasta Every summer, there seems to be […]

[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] Inside: Ideas for how to support kids with a fear of automatic toilets. Your child is not the only child with a fear of automatic toilets. Just wanted to get that out of the way right off the bat. I don’t have statistics on the percentage of kids with a fear of automatic toilets, […]

[ad_1] Inside: An explanation of sittervising (to supervise from a seated position) from the architect of the term. I’m well aware what people may think of me as I sit on the park bench watching my kids run off and play. I’m the opposite of most parents at the park, who often closely follow behind […]

[ad_1] Learn how to serve BLW banana so it’s easy and safe for your baby to hold and feed themself baby-led weaning style. There are three easy options here so you can pick the one that works best. BLW Banana Serving bananas to baby is an easy meal option since they require hardly any prep […]

[ad_1] Transform basic ingredients—including a pile of zucchini—into this protein-packed Zucchini Slice to share with the kids. It’s an easy breakfast or lunch that stores well and is easy to make ahead. Zucchini Slice This is one of those recipes that I decided to make out of need—we had too much zucchini and needed another […]

[ad_1] Inside: Toy storage ideas from a former teacher and parent of 3 kids. These are tried and true organization methods that (more or less) keep the toys in line. Are there actually toy storage ideas that work? Welcome to the dichotomy of parenting: you need to have toys in your home AND have some […]

[ad_1] Find non-sandwich lunch ideas for adults and kids to help break out of that lunch rut—and still have really easy, yummy ideas for that midday meal. Each idea takes minutes to make or can be made entirely ahead of time. Non-Sandwich Lunches for Adults and Kids As someone who has shared a ton of […]

[ad_1] Inside: The best science experiments for kids that have been loved for generations. What are the easiest science experiments for kids? There are certain science projects that are absolute classics. Our parents did them. We did them. Now our children take on this science learning. These are the science experiments for kids that have […]

[ad_1] Make the most of fresh zucchini and summer squash with all the tips you need for how to freeze zucchini. Learn how to freeze zucchini for baking, freeze it without cooking, and the best way to freeze it for soups, sauces, and more. How to Freeze Zucchini Three are three basic ways to freeze […]

[ad_1] Learn which crackers for baby (and toddlers) are safe and best to start with—and which you can try with 1-year-olds. Find tips on avoiding choking hazards, what to look for at the store, and homemade cracker recipes, too. Crackers for Baby Crackers are one of those easy snacks that most parents rely on, but […]

[ad_1] Learn how to freeze muffins the easy way to ensure they are just as good as freshly baked when you pull them out of the freezer. I’ll share tips on the best storage bags and how to thaw and heat muffins, too. How to Freeze Muffins Knowing how to freeze muffins is key to […]

[ad_1] Inside: Seven answers to “why is sensory play important?” From math to reasoning to self control, kids learn and develop a whole host of skills from sensory bins. I can already sense you shuddering, shaking your head, and wondering why I am the way I am as I pour 4-pounds of cornmeal into a […]

[ad_1] Inside: The best sensory play activities for children from Busy Toddler (aka: the lady on the Internet who’s always championing sensory bins). Sensory play is all the rage in the kids activity space, and for good reason. Sensory activities are not a fad. They are not the latest trend and they’re not doing choreographed […]

[ad_1] Learn how to quickly sauté yellow squash into a delicious side dish to share with the kids. This method for cooking yellow squash takes about 15 minutes and is great for kids of all ages. Sautéed Yellow Squash I won’t bore you with a story of how much squash we have in our garden, […]

[ad_1] If you’re wondering how to get toddlers to eat veggies, you’re not alone—it can be such a challenge! These sanity saving tips and perspective are here to help toddlers and big kids of all ages for happier meals and hopefully, higher vegetable intake. How to Get Toddlers to Eat Veggies Vegetables are often seen […]

[ad_1] Find all of the best kid-friendly (and parent-approved) pasta lunch ideas for home—or to pack and send to daycare, preschool, or elementary school. These are all easy, delicious, and ready in about 20 minutes. Pasta Lunch Ideas I am a big fan of easy lunch ideas that helps us feed the family without much […]