Meat or No Meat: That Is The Question

I’m aware of the consequences this statement may provoke with vegetarian or vegan parents, but I’ll give it a try: Without meat children are damaged, and denying them meat is unethical. Correction: this is what a leading US nutritionist says, and well, last time I checked, if you’re a leading anything on a national scale [...]

We’re Making Zucchini Muffins!

It’s always fun to combine ingredients that are a world apart, like zucchini and applesauce. Believe it or not, zucchini muffins are real and they taste incredibly delicious, so grab the ingredients and start baking! Kids love them!
You’ll need:

zucchini (2 small ones will be perfect)

2 cups of biscuit mix (I like wholegrain)
2 eggs
3/4 c [...]

What’s Cooking, Little Toddler?

I think this fun activity idea could be an all-time favorite for a lot of mommies, unless you hate it when someone cuts your magazines in pieces! But think of it this way: it’s either your magazine or your hair (I cut my mom’s hair once while she was asleep, so I know what I’m [...]

The All-Time Favorite Tutti Frutti Salad

Summer time is THE time to push for healthy food, so fruit salads can become a very healthy alternative to ice-cream or cake.
There is no set recipe for a fruit salad. Basically almost anything goes – just make sure your child isn’t allergic to any of the fruit you’re using and that the fruit you [...]

From Rice to Peaches Baby Food Recipe

Homemade baby food is simply the best way to start your baby on a healthy diet. I like this recipe because it has a bit of imagination going for it!
To make “From Rice to Peaches” you will need:
2 medium peaches
1 cup water
1/2 cup short-grain white rice
How to make it:
Add water in the saucepan. Once [...]

Strawberry Spinach Salad Recipe

Initially it just said “strawberry salad” in my book, because I’m attracted to strawberries and to spinach – not so much. But I have to say that together they make a sweet, delicious and healthy combo. Your kids will love it, you will love it, your guests will love it. I’ll let you in on [...]

Apple Topped With Blueberries and Muesli

This is one of my favorite recipes – it’s absolutely fabulous and is great once in a while to indulge your toddler. Just remember it’s a snack and should not be served on a daily basis. Giving your child plain apples (better still – going organic) is always a better option for daily meals!

To make [...]

Fruit Smoothies – Healthy, Nutritious, Delicious

Summertime is traditionally THE season to indulge in ice-cream, frappucinos, milkshakes and the like. Well, let’s get real: summer is no excuse for eating unhealthy, so why not try fruit smoothies as a healthy alternative? They’re refreshing, cold, nutritious, delicious and so easy to make, your kids will love them in an instant!
Here’s a very [...]

The Skinny On Yogurt, or Why Reading Labels Is Crucial

We all know that yogurt should belong to meals labeled as “healthy”. Yogurt is widely used in the Mediterranean region and it still surprises me how versatile it is in its uses and applications. You can add it to vegetables, rice, fruit or eat it basic.
Yogurt, in its natural, organic state is indeed a very [...]

Avocado as a First Food? You betcha!

Avocado may not be the first food that comes to mind when you’ve finally decided to introduce solids, but is actually great as a first food for your baby. Ok, you can’t serve it to your kid alongside corn chips and salsa, but it’s still delicious and full of nutrients.
In fact, it’s so nutritious and [...]

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