Hemp seeds are one of the most nutrient-dense foods we can serve to our families, but I know we can all use some more ideas on how to eat them. I’m going to share my favorite ways for how to eat hemp seeds to add fiber, healthy fats, and protein to the food our kids…
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Can We Really Be Addicted to Sugar? (Podcast Ep #24)
Join the parent conversation at any birthday party and you might come away thinking that sugar is more addictive than drugs. But how much of this is fact—and how much is fueled by our culture’s food anxieties? We sort through it all in our latest podcast episode. You can download this episode from iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, TuneIn Radio,…
No-Bake Chocolate Cookies (Just 5 Ingredients!)
Keep a batch of these nutritious No-Bake Chocolate Cookies on hand for when the next chocolate craving strikes—or simply when you want to share a healthy treat with the kids. No-Bake Chocolate Cookies Everyone in my family has a serious sweet tooth. And while that may sound like it could be a health issue, I…
15 Simple Steps to Help Picky Eaters
If you struggle with feeding a picky eater, whether they’re a toddler or an older child, these simple steps can help you reset the balance in your house to make happier mealtimes possible. I know that so many families struggle with this, so it’s my hope that these simple tips help you take a deep…
Master List of Vegetable Recipes for Kids
Learn how to make more vegetable recipes for kids with my go-to kid-friendly dishes—and you might just be able to increase the chances that the kids will actually eat what you cook for them! Vegetable Recipes for Kids I’m always recommending that the best way to get our kids to eat more vegetables is to…
What If You Can’t Do Family Dinners? (Podcast Ep #23)
There’s so much pressure to do family dinners perfectly, but what if they can’t happen? We dive into the pros and cons of not having family dinners, despite the pressure, in our latest episode of the Comfort Food podcast. You can download this episode from iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, TuneIn Radio, or wherever else you get your podcasts. or listen…
Baked Chicken Tenders: So Easy, So Crispy
With just a few simple ingredients and a super quick baking time, these Baked Chicken Tenders are perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They’re a total hit with kids and adults! Baked Chicken Tenders I must admit, it took me a few years into motherhood to even think to make crispy…
Vegetables for Kids: 5 Ways to Help Them Eat Their Veggies
Vegetables for kids can be a tricky topic. And getting the little ones to eat their recommended servings of veggies can be a challenge, but these tips will help! Vegetables for Kids Little kids are naturally pulled towards more calorically dense foods like carbs. But we all know that they still need to be eating…
Shortcut Butternut Squash Risotto
Forget standing by the stove and endlessly stirring. This shortcut Butternut Squash Risotto has a super simple method and make-ahead steps so you can cook this family meal even when the littles are underfoot! Easy Butternut Squash Risotto I love to make risotto as soon as the weather cools down, but I can’t figure out…
Why You Should Ditch the New Year’s Diet (Podcast Ep #22)
It’s the new year, which means that you’re being bombarded with messages about detoxes, cleanses, and diets—and we’re here to tell you that there’s a pile of good reasons that you shouldn’t go down that rabbit hole this year. Here’s how you can feel good about what you eat and in your body without making…
