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A Full Month of Nut-Free Lunches

August 14 by Natalie

I LOVE this - seriously feel like this one post has equipped me to send healthy, nut-free lunches to school all year!!!

Nut allergies are no joke and both parents and schools take them very seriously. Our family is lucky not to have to deal with any of these allergies but every program the kids have been involved with from toddler group to preschool, and now kindergarten, has been a nut-free zone. We've struggled in the past to come up with original and nutritious nut-free lunches the kids will actually eat. My littles can only stomach so many mayo and cheese sandwiches, no matter what ridiculous shape I try to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Natalie Tagged With: healthy lunches, kid lunches, no nuts, nut allergy lunches, nut-free lunches, nut-free meals, school lunches

Healthy Eats: Taking Avocado Toast Up a Notch

April 18 by Kristin

Have you heard of the 'momiform'?  This is what we wear on the regular. I'm talking favorite jeans with some version of a soft tee, a cardigan (in either navy or black) and a comfy leather shoe.  The momiform is our go-to outfit that we wear on the daily. I actually love having things that I know work for me.  Yes, it's predictable, but it's easy and always looks great.  Let's move that thought to lunch. Avocado toast has the become the momiform of lunch.  It's easy to smear some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Kristin Tagged With: avocado meals, avocado toast, healthy kids, healthy lunch, healthy lunches, lunch for moms

Ten Perfect Lunches For the Park

July 8 by Natalie

10 PERFECT PARK LUNCHES - Love these options for avoiding eating my kids PB&J at the park - esp. the knock-off Starbucks protein box!

Are you spending most of your summer days at the park or the pool this summer? Instead of picking up pricey lunches on the go, try packing up something quick and healthy at home before you go! Here are ten ideas for park lunches to get you through the long summer days. Sandwiches with a Twist. Leave the peanut butter and jelly behind and try something new, like these Roasted Zucchini and Ricotta Sandwiches (pictured above). Less Mess Chicken Salad. Pack your favorite chicken salad … [Read more...]

Filed Under: In the Kitchen, Natalie Tagged With: easy lunches, easy summer lunches, healthy lunches, kid lunches, lunches, park lunches, pool lunches, summer lunches

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