What Should My Baby Be Drinking?
Good nutrition is essential to the rapid growth and development that occurs during a baby’s first year. What babies drink as well as what foods they eat, and when, are critical to providing growing babies with proper nutrients. Here are some do’s and don’ts for new...
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3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Distract Your Toddler at Mealtimes
It may be tempting to distract your toddler at mealtimes with your phone or iPad while he or she is eating. If it seems like your child eats more and is better-behaved if he has an electronic toy at mealtime, here are three reasons why you may want to curb the habit:...
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Healthy Snacks for Kids Sports
Many parents are surprised when their kids start playing organized sports and they are given a sign-up sheet for after-game snacks. The next thing you know your child is barraged with one or two sugary drinks, donut holes and several snack-sized bags of cheese curls...
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How to Start Your Baby On Solid Foods
There’s a lot of information out there about how and when to start feeding your baby real food! This should be an exciting time with (hopefully!) minimal stress for you. Here are some basic tips to start your baby on solid foods: What are considered solid foods For...
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Three Reasons You Should Serve Dessert WITH the Meal
It goes against everything we were taught, but it may actually be beneficial to serve dessert at the same time you serve your entree! Here are three reasons why you should serve dessert WITH the meal: 1) When children know dessert is coming as soon as they finish...
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How to Deal with a Picky Eater
Children who are picky eaters are very reluctant to try new things and tend to limit themselves to a few favorite foods.This can be difficult for the parent or caregiver who is trying to provide a variety of nutritional meals. Here are some strategies to help you deal...
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