Looking for nutritious and easy Valentine’s Day snacks for your kids? I’ve rounded up some of my favorite snacks as a dietitian and mom of three kiddos. Approach Valentine’s Day Snacks with Food Neutrality Now, before we get into the good stuff (recipes!), I want to acknowledge the elephant in the room. Navigating Valentine’s Day…
Food Dyes and Behavior in Kids: A Dietitian shares everything you need to know
Do food dyes impact a child’s behavior or increase their risk for chronic disease? A dietitian mom covers everything you need to know about artificial food dyes and kids and shares practical advice for parents. You’re certainly not alone if you’ve ever wondered about (or worried about) the effects of food dyes on your child’s…
10+ Foods to Avoid When Pregnant
As you navigate pregnancy, is important to pay close attention to nutrition. In this guide you will find a list of 10+ foods to avoid when pregnant (plus an explanation why), as well as my expert tips on the best foods to eat when you’re expecting. As a pediatric and family dietitian, I’m often asked…
Quick and Easy White Chocolate Pretzel Wreaths
Your kids will love making these easy white chocolate pretzel wreaths to celebrate the festive season! You likely have all the ingredients on hand already for this no-bake recipe. This dietitian and mom of 3 kiddos loves making up these quick and pretty holiday snacks! Salty pretzels and pistachios, sweet white chocolate and sprinkles –…
10 Important Tips For When You’re Grocery Shopping for Kids, From a Dietitian
Here’s everything you need to know when grocery shopping for kids in 2024, according to a dietitian mom. Some of these recommendations will surprise you! This post was written in partnership with my friends at CropLife Canada. As always, opinions are my own! As a dietitian and mom of three, I understand the challenges of creating…
No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Reindeer Treats
These no-bake chocolate peanut butter cup reindeer treats are sure to put a smile on your child’s face! It looks like you spent hours creating these, but they couldn’t be easier to put together (and are nourishing too!) For this dietitian and mom of three, the holidays are a special time to get in the…
Easy Overnight Apple Cinnamon Pull-Apart Cinnamon Buns
Easy cinnamon buns? Oh, yes! These overnight pull apart cinnamon buns are so easy to make, yet it looks so fancy. Your kids will love pulling it apart. Let’s just say… wow! This dietitian and mom of three is in love with this super-easy and quick cinnamon bun recipe! It takes only nine minutes of prep…
Easy Caramel Apple Puff Pastry
You won’t believe how easy this caramel apple puff pastry is to make! Your family will adore these delightful, mess-free treats. As a dietitian and mom of three kids, I love finding delicious and unique ways to serve fruits and veggies. These fluffy, salty-sweet puff pastry-covered apple slices (they’re like mini apple pies!) take the…
Creatine for Teenage Athletes: Is it Safe? (2024)
Is creatine safe for teens? While not as popular as protein powders or hydration drinks such a PRIME, creatine monohydrate is climbing in status among youth, whether they’re athletes or not. Personally, it’s come up in conversation with my own teenage son who is quite active and his friends too, so I wanted to dive…
Best Yogurts for Kids According to a Pediatric Dietitian (2024)
What are the best yogurts for kids? With so many brands to choose from, it can be confusing. As a dietitian mom, I’ve summarized everything you need to know. Yogurt is one of the most versatile, quick and easy kid-approved food products out there, which makes it an ideal food to have on hand as…
15-Minute Coconut Thai Chicken Noodle Soup
This nourishing Thai chicken noodle soup is our new go-to comfort food meal on a cool fall or winter evening. It’s exploding with flavour, takes less than 15 minutes to throw together, is dietitian-approved and kid-approved. You can’t go wrong! Ever since we first tasted it, this soup has been a staple in our house….
Almost-Instant Healthy Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding
This pumpkin pie chia pudding is ready in almost an instant. Let’s just say, how would you like to have a jar of this in your hand faster than you can reheat a pumpkin pie in the oven? It’s nutritious and totally kid-approved! You might recall my original instant chia pudding recipe. But I think…
One-Bowl Nourishing Double Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins
What could be better than these dietitian-approved, moist and yummy double chocolate pumpkin muffins? Even better? They’re made in a single bowl. Read on to learn about these school-friendly, nourishing, and satisfying muffins! As a dietitian mom I always have a can or two of pumpkin puree in the pantry because it’s nutrient-packed, budget-friendly, and…
Should you do the Switch Witch? Advice from a Dietitian Mom
Should you use the “Switch Witch” method with your kids’ candy? Here are the pros and cons this dietitian mom wants you to know about this Halloween tradition. Halloween is quickly approaching, bringing the impending candy cornucopia enthusiastically brought home by our little trick-or-treaters. As a pediatric dietitian and mom of three, I can fully…
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ghost Pops: A Nourishing Halloween Treat
These chocolate banana ghost pops are the perfect snack for the days leading up to Halloween! Almost too adorable to eat, these nutty, sweet and FUN little ghost pops make a wonderful and satisfying Halloween season snack. Make them with your kids! Kids and grown ups alike love the adorable look of these tasty ghosts,…
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