As a dietitian mama, I believe one of the best gifts you can give your children other than unconditional love, is a healthy relationship with food. As parents, we play an important role in building their palates for the rest of their lives. One way to influence your babies eating habits is to make your […]
Choking can occur at any age, especially in children under the age of four. Children under the age of 4 are easily distracted and have difficulty concentrating on more than one thing at a time. Babies learning to eat are at highest risk, because they often put anything that fits in their hands in their […]
Vitamin D, a fat soluble vitamin, helps our body absorb calcium for strong bones and teeth. Vitamin D also helps build our immune system, our muscles function properly, and helps our nerves communicate with our brain. Research also suggests vitamin D may improve our mood. Recommended Vitamin D intakes: Age Recommended intake/ day Safe […]
I am pretty liberal when it comes to all the Halloween craziness ; I believe we should eat healthy 80% of the time and 20% of the time indulge without guilt. I have had a couple of basic conversations with my three year old about the importance of vegetables and fruit; I also refrain […]
My mom would be the first to admit it; cooking was not something she loved, but we ate dinner together as a family most nights. Sunday dinners were a family tradition, my mom would often make a roasted chicken or roast. Now that I have my own family, we still have dinner together, most […]
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