Calcium is a Key Nutrient, a Mineral, That Babies Need We all know how important calcium is to the good health of our bones and teeth but did you know that of all the minerals we have, calcium is […]
Dairy
Dairy Infographic, When to introduce milk and dairy products
“No dairy until baby is 12 months old” is the ominous proclamation made by many pediatricians. Sadly, many pediatricians neglect to tell parents that there is a big difference between offering babies yogurt (dairy) and letting babies drink milk prior […]
Pumpkin Pie Dip – Easy Creamy Pumpkin Pie Dip for the Fall
Pumpkin Pie Dip . This is a tasty dip that you can share with little ones and kids of all ages. It’s simple and quick to make and keeps in the fridge for about 5-7 days. The best thing about […]
Holiday Foods for Babies – Creamy Green Bean Casserole
Take one holiday vegetable tradition and give it a healthy twist so that even the babies among you can enjoy a creamy veggie side dish this holiday season. Did you just cringe as you read the title of this post […]
Orange Macaroni and Cheese Recipe – A Healthy Mac-n-Cheese Older Babies & Toddlers
Take a good look at that bowl of mac -n- cheese. You may be thinking that this bowl filled with bright yellow-orange macaroni has to be made from “that” cheese food product. You might also be wondering why on earth […]
About Babies and Milk – Yes in Baked Goods, No as a Drink
Milk, such a benign subject yet one that often causes consternation for many parents as they begin to introduce solid foods to their little ones. When to introduce milk to your baby can be a very confusing issue indeed. This […]
Little Yogurt Meals for Babies – Smoothies or Ice Pops for big kids
I love the ability to make a “meal” for little ones with just a wee bit of effort and not much planning. Enter yogurt meals! These tasty little mixes can incorporate all of the food groups if you like or […]
When Can Babies Eat Greek Yogurt?
Greek yogurt has fast become a favorite of babies, toddlers, kids and adults alike. Many people enjoy the extra creaminess and texture of Greek yogurt as compared to regular yogurt. Along with the super creamy texture, Greek yogurt has a […]