Dietitian-approved delicious and nutritious snack ideas for moms and kids during the summer. We’re deep into summer holidays now and as much as I love my kids and the holidays, routine is often lost and schedules are much more flexible. Gone is the structure of school, which helped frame meals and snacks. What I am…
What To Do When Your Child Is Treat-Obsessed
When your child reaches a certain age, around two or three years old, treat foods seem to become a bigger deal. The odd dessert that your toddler would either take or leave, suddenly becomes GOLD in your child’s eyes. Here’s what to do when your child is treat-obsessed. It is normal for kids to want…
Picky Eating: Four Common “Mealtime Battle” Triggers
You’ve prepared a healthy meal for your family, making sure to include all of the food groups and lots of nutrition. You’re feeling hopeful that your child will eat what they’ve been served–even a portion of it, but much to your dismay, they decide that they don’t like it before they try it. They push…