[ad_1] Learn how to make quick Mac and Cheese Bites (with veggies!) for an easy kids lunch or dinner. These mac and cheese cups are so fun, and they’re a nutritious kids meal that can easily double as an appetizer to share with adults. Mac and Cheese Bites We love to rotate through lots of […]

[ad_1] Learn the easiest, quickest way to make Roasted Spaghetti Squash to serve as a side dish to your family. It’s one of our very favorite ways to cook winter squash. Roasted Spaghetti Squash I know firsthand that cooking winter squash can be a little intimidating and often actually challenging due to the thickness of […]

[ad_1] Find safe and yummy tea for kids to soothe sore throats, offer comfort, and even help settle tummies. With herbal and caffeine-free options, these are easy kids drinks to share. Favorite Tea for Kids Ever since my kids were little, we’ve enjoyed tea together both for comfort and as an easy kids drink option. […]

[ad_1] Find easy dinner ideas with hamburger meat (or ground beef) to make cooking for your family easier. With ideas for pasta, burgers, meatballs sandwiches, and more—and lots of kid-friendly options. Dinner Ideas with Hamburger Meat Having a half pound or pound of ground beef on hand is such an easy way to get easy […]

[ad_1] Bursting with ripe bananas and just enough chocolate, this Chocolate Chip Banana Cake is a favorite snack, breakfast, or dessert to share with the kids. Bonus: It’s SO easy to make and stores incredibly well for days. Chocolate Chip Banana Cake I’m always looking for new ways to use up overripe bananas and this […]

[ad_1] With classic Italian flavor, greens in the mix, and an easy cooking method, these Mini Meatballs are a super delicious family meal component to share with babies on up to adults. They are great with pasta, in sandwiches, or eaten on their own! Mini Meatballs You guys, these meatballs are so good. This is […]

[ad_1] Learning what to expect from the common phase of “picky eating” can help you worry and stress less during kids meals and snacks. Use this post for reassurance, context, and also straight-forward tips for what to do to improve the situation with picky eaters. Picky Eaters Sometime between 1 and 2, most kids go […]

[ad_1] With a quick cooking time (about 20 minutes) and streamlined technique, this Rice Noodle Soup is full of flavor and an easy family meal. It’s so simple to vary for preferences, too! Rice Noodle Soup We’ve slowly but surely been expanding our repertoire of soups for kids this year and I’m so excited to […]

[ad_1] Roast a bag of frozen broccoli to make cooking easier and serve up the most delicious side dish. This is particularly great topped with grated Parmesan cheese and is a perfect texture to share with the kids. Roasted Frozen Broccoli My son has always been wary of broccoli, but as soon as I tried […]

[ad_1] Get homemade pizza onto the table way faster with this ultimate guide to easy pizza. With recipes for every type of fast pizza you could dream of, the easiest homemade pizza dough, and more, consider your pizza needs covered. Easy Pizza For those nights when you want an easy dinner, these easy pizza options […]

[ad_1] Learn which baby puffs are best for your baby and toddler, when you can introduce them, what to look for at the store, and how to buy puffs for babies with the most nutrition possible. Baby Puffs Puffs, and the pixie dust-like debris that they leave behind, seem to be a right of passage […]

[ad_1] Combine a pile of broccoli with a few pantry staples to make the yummiest Broccoli Fritters—in less than 15 minutes. This veggie fritter is so good with a whole range of dips, and they’re perfect for babies and toddlers on up. Broccoli Fritters I love Veggie Nuggets, Broccoli Tots, and Quinoa Fritters—basically any time […]

[ad_1] Made with a blend of creamy, flavorful fruit and a little honey to help coat throats, these Sore Throat Popsicles are a perfect way to soothe and nourish. They even have a hefty dose of vitamin C to help immune systems. Sore Throat Popsicles When the kids are sick, woah! It can be so […]

[ad_1] Author: Susie    Published: 02/11/2023    Updated: 02/11/2023 Looking for an easy alphabet matching activity for your child? This simple indoor activity uses only two supplies, but is brimming with hands-on learning. Grab some foam letters and set up this alphabet activity today. Alphabet activities in early childhood are often boiled down to the pages of […]

[ad_1] Introducing my brand new cookbook, Dinnertime SOS: 100 Sanity-Saving Meals Parents and Kids of All Ages will Actually Want to Eat. It is my hope that this collection of easy recipes helps you feed your family the yummiest family dinners with ease. Dinnertime SOS I have been waiting so long to share this news […]

[ad_1] Made in minutes with pantry staples and without eggs or dairy, these are literally the easiest cupcakes ever—and the best vegan Chocolate Cupcakes I’ve ever had. Win, win! Vegan Chocolate Cupcakes I am always searching for recipes that are easy and don’t need crazy hard-to-find ingredients, and that are also easy enough to vary […]

[ad_1] If you have a kiddo who’s obsessed with sports or want to celebrate a big game, this Football Cake is a fun way to celebrate! It’s easy to make—no special pans needed—and is full of chocolate-y goodness! My youngest child has been obsessed with footballs, soccer balls, and basketballs for the past two years, […]

[ad_1] Author: Susie    Published: 02/05/2023    Updated: 02/05/2023 Teaching colors to children is a magical part of early learning. It literally unlocks the world to them. This collection of color activities for preschoolers and toddlers allows children to play with colors in a meaningful and hands-on way. Color activities for preschoolers and toddlers doesn’t have to […]

[ad_1] Author: Susie    Published: 02/05/2023    Updated: 02/05/2023 A fine motor water activity for toddlers and preschoolers that’s not only a hand work-out, but brimming with science goodness. Using just colored water and a few tools from around the house, this is an easy indoor activity that kids love. Budding young scientists will be captivated by […]

[ad_1] With the creamy texture of traditional risotto, but a much faster cook time and an easier method, this Orzo Risotto is a favorite family dinner. And it’s versatile so you can adjust (and add veggies) as your family likes. Orzo Risotto I will never forget the one Christmas that I made risotto for my […]

[ad_1] Author: Susie    Published: 02/04/2023    Updated: 02/04/2023 Creating a letter board alphabet activity for preschoolers and kindergarteners is quick and easy. This literacy activity focuses on sorting letters by their shape and make up. Give your child time to sit up close and consider letters in this easy alphabet activity. I love that letter boards […]

[ad_1] Author: Susie    Published: 02/04/2023    Updated: 02/04/2023 Grab an empty box: this mash-up activity is a mix of recognizing colors, sorting dot stickers, and gross motor skills all rolled into one. With just a few supplies (a box, construction paper, dot stickers), this sorting activity comes to life with whole body movements. Color sorting cube […]

[ad_1] These flourless Chocolate Protein Muffins pack in the nutrients but taste like a brownie. They are quickly mixed up in a blender and have so many nutrients tucked inside. Plus: They store so well in the fridge! Chocolate Protein Muffins Muffins are one of those foods that we like to have in the house […]

[ad_1] Learn how to maximize the food you buy and make—and waste less food—with this guide to freezing food. Find tips on freezing raw and cooked food, thawing frozen food, and which foods work best to freeze so you have all the information you need in one place. Freezing Food Ever since becoming a parent, […]

[ad_1] In today’s bonus episode, we explore the concept of courage with specialist, Dr. Charles Smith. Whether standing up for a friend or acting heroically in a dangerous situation, we will learn about how courage develops, operates, and how we can foster it in our children. For more information or to connect with Dr. Smith, […]

[ad_1] Make quick, delicious work of feeding the family with this super simple Bagel Pizza recipe. In just about 10 minutes, you can have a satisfying meal on the table (without any fuss at all) to share with the kids. Bagel Bites Pizzas We’re always looking for easy ways to serve up pizza for dinner […]

[ad_1] Author: Susie    Published: 01/31/2023    Updated: 01/31/2023 Need a quick, easy, and cost-effective Valentine? Download my free printable cards for Valentine’s Day and pair them with bubbles. This inexpensive card is a perfect non-candy Valentine that kids will love receiving. Are these actually free printable cards for Valentine’s Day? Yep. They’re totally free. You don’t […]

[ad_1] Author: Susie    Published: 01/31/2023    Updated: 01/31/2023 Are you looking for a quick, easy, and cost-effective Valentine? Download my free printable Valentine cards and pair them with a pencil. This inexpensive Valentine is perfect for kids to gift friends and classmates. Are these actually a free printable Valentine cards? Yes. They’re totally free. I don’t […]

[ad_1] Author: Susie    Published: 01/31/2023    Updated: 01/31/2023 Do you need a simple, easy, and low-cost ? Download my free printable Valentines for kids and pair them with a glow stick. This inexpensive Valentine is a great non-candy option for children to give to friends and classmates. Are these actually free printable Valentines for kids? They […]