Online courses to raise happy, healthy babies and toddlers
Have you ever wondered if how you serve your meals has an impact on the mealtime dynamic? It’s not something we often think can have a significant affect on what and how our toddlers eat, but it’s true! Simple tweaks can make a huge difference in how independent and in control a toddler feels, how […]
Parents ask me all the time what my thoughts are on offering their baby/toddler an alternative meal if they refuse the first choice. Is it bad? Is it okay under certain circumstances? What if it’s the only way to get their child to eat? This is a topic that I feel quite strongly about, as […]
Moms and dads…this is probably going to be one of my most important blog posts I’ll write! And the one that will change your lives around feeding if you can implement what it talks about. So turn off your other screens and see if you can find 10 minutes where you can be alone and […]
Note: The recommendations outlined in this blog post are for informational purposes only. They are not prescriptive nor are they individualized. Always consult your doctor and/or dietitian for specific advice before taking any supplements. Many of us parents worry endlessly about how well our toddler is eating. And it’s concerning when you’re not sure if […]
The most dreaded season of the year. No, I’m not talking about pothole season. I’m talking about the germy, snotty, cough-every-two-seconds-and-get-your-siblings-sick-too season. And it doesn’t only suck because you’ve got to watch your poor little one go through sleepless nights and low energy, but also because in the back of your mind you’re thinking…”I worked […]
There is a certain excitement every parent holds when it comes to introducing their baby to new foods. Wondering what they will like (or not like!) watching their faces pucker up when they eat something new…the taste testing process can be so exciting! And yet, it’s not unusual for stress to still creep up on […]
We know the division of responsibility in feeding says that parents are in charge of choosing what, when and where foods are served. Let’s discuss the “what” part for a second. Toddlers are notorious for their ability to get into a food rut where they continually eat the same thing on repeat. It might be […]
Holiday get togethers are filled with fun, family and of course…we can’t forget the food! Food can be a HUGE part of many holiday celebrations and may even have meanings tied to what food choices are made during these celebrations. With so many different people gathered around the table, each with their own feeding philosophies […]
So you want to raise a civilized baby or toddler who can use utensils? 😛 Perfect! I’m here to help. Let’s get started. Please Note: This post is not sponsored or influenced by any baby companies or brands whatsoever. The recommendations I make are purely brands I enjoy and have had experience trying out. There […]
We hear a lot about slowing down and being more mindful in the adult world. We want to be more mindful of our thoughts, our senses, of the food we eat and how it affects our bodies. It’s quite funny to me because mindfulness is one of those concepts that we are actually innately born […]