Our post, 30 Meal Ideas for 1-Year-Olds, has been so incredibly popular that I asked our contributor, Kaley, to follow it up with a breakfast version. What I love most about this is that we have breakfast for dinner on the regular around here- which means that now we have 60 great kid-friendly meal ideas! Here she is with her list (and if anyone knows healthy kid food, it's Kaley, so it's a great list). We have two go-to breakfasts in my house. And they are both super simple formulas that can … [Read more...]
30 Meal Ideas for a 1-year-old
Every once in a while my team and I put together a resource that I am especially proud of- this simple round up is definitely one of those times. As straight-forward sounding as this list is, Kaley has really done an incredible job of rounding up 30 recipes that are as healthy as they are varied and (most-importantly) uber kid-friendly. Reading through Kaley's list I got so excited to try each and every one, and not only for my 1 1/2 year old, but for my 5-year-old and 7-year-old too! I think … [Read more...]
Summer Snacking: Yogurt Pops for Toddlers
This post is sponsored by Abbott Nutrition, all opinions are 100% our own. Today we’re back with our latest sponsor, Go & Grow by Similac Food Mix-Ins. Inspired by how easy Mix-Ins makes it to add vitamins and protein to our kids’ favorite foods, we’re once again sharing a healthier twist on a classic kid recipe. And, in case you missed our last post, don’t forget to visit the site for information on the product and store locators! Visit this page to learn more Here’s Kaley with … [Read more...]
A Healthier Ranch Dip Your Kids Will Love!
*This post is sponsored by Abbott Nutrition, all opinions are 100% our own. We’re back today with our latest sponsor, Go & Grow by Similac Food Mix-Ins and, inspired by how easy Mix-Ins makes it to add vitamins and protein to our kids’ favorite foods, we’re once again sharing a healthier twist on a classic kid recipe. For quiet a while now I've been searching for a healthier dip to try to entice my veggie-averse kiddos to get some more greens. So I can't wait to try this greek … [Read more...]
Dinnertime: Healthier Mac and Cheese with Hidden Cauliflower
*This post is sponsored by Abbott Nutrition, all opinions are 100% our own. Today we're back with our latest sponsor, Go & Grow by Similac Food Mix-Ins. Inspired by how easy Mix-Ins makes it to add vitamins and protein to our kids' favorite foods, we're once again sharing a healthier twist on a classic kid recipe. And, in case you missed our last post, don't forget you can get free Mix-Ins samples sent right to you! Visit this page for free samples (while supplies … [Read more...]
Nutrient-Packed Pancakes for Active Toddlers
This post is sponsored by Abbott Nutrition, all opinions are 100% our own. Having trouble getting your toddler to eat a balanced and nutritious diet? I hear you. Not only has my 2-year-old never met a vegetable he likes, he seems to want to eat nothing but pancakes and waffles morning, noon, and night- it's so frustrating! Which is why our contributor, Kaley, and I are partnering up with Abbott Nutrition to tell you all about new Go & Grow by Similac Food-Mix Ins to help toddlers … [Read more...]
30 Dinner Ideas for Preschoolers
We've covered making your own baby food. And also meal ideas for a 1-year-old. But what happens when that cute little chubby toddler turns into an opinionated preschooler who refuses to eat anything but grilled cheese sandwiches? (Replace grilled cheese sandwiches with buttered noodles, or whatever your little one deems the food of the month.) Even the best of eaters has been known to turn super picky during the preschool years, and the vegetables that they used to gobble up are now fodder … [Read more...]