Raising Kids
Tall and skinny. Those are two words that perfectly describe our preschool-aged son. At 6 months old his weight dropped from the 60th percentile down to the 16th percentile. The nurses and doctors at the clinic expressed concern that perhaps he wasn’t getting enough to eat. Back then I was a new mom and this worried the [...]
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7 Foods That Will Support Better Behavior in Kids – According to Science
Inside: Learn 7 foods that can support better behavior in kids. Plus, grab a free printable cheatsheet at the end. Disclosure: Post contains affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, at no additional cost to you, I may earn a small commission. I’ll never forget the time I gave my son a watermelon flavored Jolly Rancher [...]
Schedule / RoutineWhat and How Much Should Your Really Toddler Eat?
Most parents want to feed their children a healthy diet but when it comes to toddlers, it can be difficult to balance their somewhat uncivilized behavior with healthy food. With a little patience you can teach even your toddlers to eat healthily, dare I even suggest in a stress free way? Related: 25+ Easy, Healthy Lunches for 2 Year [...]
How to Stay Healthy & Sane During the Newborn Phase
There’s nothing quite like parenting a toddler and newborn together. No matter how many books you read or classes you take, nothing truly prepares you for the tidal wave of emotions and sheer exhaustion of motherhood. The newborn phase is all about survival. Of course there’s the utter joy one experiences when becoming a new mother that [...]
Mom Life25 Surprisingly Easy and Delicious Freezer Meals for New Moms
Freezer meals for new moms are an awesome way to offer support to a family welcoming a new baby. It's easy to get in the good 'ole stand by lasagna rut though. So I'm on a mission to help you get more creative and resourceful with your freezer meals, while still keeping them easy, affordable and delicious! Here are 25 [...]
3 Must-Do Things When Your Kids Refuse Green Vegetables
Have you ever thought about if your kids are getting enough nutrition in their diets? You know, the good stuff like leafy greens and quality fruits, vegetables, meats and nuts? I’m always thinking about this. My son has always been a bit on the skinny side for his age so nutrition is at the forefront of my mind. And of course, when you [...]
Teaching Toddlers to Love Healthy Eating
So I have to share a little secret with you. Teaching my toddler to love healthy eating is actually something I am struggling with right now as a mom. Maybe you are a mom, just like me, looking to instill the value of healthy eating into your young child, but you aren’t sure where to start. Guess that makes two of us. Good news is [...]
15 Easy Ways to be a Healthy Mom
When I first became a mom it felt like I had little time for anything. Caring for small children often makes the day feel busy, yet unproductive. You may feel like there is a perpetual state of cleaning, cooking, laundry, and parenting. You might be wondering where becoming a healthy mom fits into that equation exactly. I hear ya. It’s [...]
