We’ve had a lot of pumpkins and squash around the house lately—we are lucky that we live next door to a farmer—so I’ve been trying to use them up in new ways. This recipe, which is a version of this one, has become a new favorite. I like to eat them as pre-workout snacks, the little one likes them topped with cream cheese as dessert.
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Podcast Ep #9: Mama, Is Your Wellness Plan Really a Diet? (And Why it Matters)
There are so many wellness plans, detox bootcamps, food challenges and diet “rounds” available now. Their marketing always frames these projects as “lifestyle changes,” but we’re calling them what they really are: Diets. That love to target moms! In this episode, we explore whether diets, food restrictions or “lifestyle plans” can ever be compatible with family…
Creamy Cottage Cheese Dip with Cinnamon and Vanilla
With a smooth and creamy texture, and a slightly sweet flavor, this protein-packed Cottage Cheese Dip with cinnamon and vanilla is a perfect topping for bread or crackers or dip for fruit! I partnered with Kalona Supernatural on this recipe because I love the flavor of their cottage cheese and that they use organic milk…
5-Ingredient Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
If your family loves creamy, cheesy pasta and you’re looking for a simple way to up their veggie intake—because aren’t we always?!—this super simple 5-Ingredient Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese needs to be on your menu asap! I’ve been making it once a week for the past few weeks as we’ve had ample squash from a farmer friend and the girls are big fans.
Apple Cinnamon Bread Recipe with Oats
This easy Apple Cinnamon Bread recipe is moist (and flourless!) and it’s packed with whole grains and fruit. Plus, it has a texture that’s soft enough for even the littlest eaters. Apple Cinnamon Bread After all of the cooking during the holidays, baking might not be at the top of your to-do list this week….
What Normal Picky Eating in Toddlers Looks Like
Feeding little kids is tricky business to be sure, but it’s quite possible that this picky eating thing isn’t the problem you might think it is. Stay with me here… Trust me, I’ve been there. There’s the refusal to eat a meal you’ve made. Not wanting to eat foods they loved yesterday. Changing their minds…
Mini Egg Muffins with Cheese and Veggies
Rich in protein and fats that toddlers need, eggs are a wonderful toddler food. These Make-Ahead Egg and Cheese Mini Muffins are a go-to for quick and easy toddler breakfasts on busy weekday mornings. You can make a batch a batch of the healthy egg muffins ahead of time and keep them in the fridge until you need them.
Podcast Episode #8: Family Meals with Food Intolerances and Allergies
These days, most of us have a friend or family member who can’t eat a specific food, or who is choosing not to for one reason or another, so today we’re talking about what that can mean for family meals—and our mental health. I share what it’s been like for me to figure out that…
Baked Banana French Toast Sticks
Make a batch of these naturally sweet French Toast Sticks whenever you have time, then store them in the freezer and warm them in seconds for quick weekday breakfasts on even the busiest of days. I partnered with Nellie’s Free Range Eggs on this recipe because I love that their eggs add indulgent flavor and…
The Best Iron-Rich Foods for Kids (with Easy Recipes to Try!)
Ensuring that our kids eat a well balanced diet, including iron-rich foods, can be hard when they’re eating unpredictably. I hope this info on iron-rich foods for kids (and the recipe ideas at the bottom!) helps to set your mind at ease! This post contains affiliate links. Iron-Rich Foods for Kids Ensuring that your kids…
