Best Halloween Candy for Toddlers + How to Handle ALL that CANDY!
As a Registered Dietitian and Mom, I fully understand the challenges that a holiday like Halloween, which involves plenty of candy and sugary treats, can bring. Figuring out how to handle Halloween with toddlers is even more challenging than with older kids because so many popular Halloween treats are actually choking hazards for young toddlers….
17 EASY Halloween Treats for Babies (NON-CANDY ideas!)
Obviously, candy for babies is a no go. In fact, it’s even recommended by the American Association of Pediatrics to avoid sugar and sweeteners until age 2. This can make finding appropriate Halloween treats for babies and young toddlers difficult. However, with some out-of-the-box thinking you can certainly have some age-appropriate treats (food and not)…
21 PRACTICAL Toddler Gifts in 2024 (+ Non-toy ideas!)
As much as I love to give my kids fun gifts and watch their faces light up on Christmas morning, I don’t love giving items that will be stored away in their closets and minimally used. I’ve compiled a list of our real-life FAVORITE practical toddler gifts. Whether you are looking for gift ideas for…
12 Best Lunch Containers for Kids (From a REAL Mom)
When my son turned 3, he BEGGED to do lunch bunch at his preschool program. Staying an extra hour AND getting to have his very own lunch box just sounded like a dream to my extroverted toddler. A well-packed lunch becomes a cornerstone of a child’s healthy routine. As a Registered Dietitian AND mom of…
17 HEALTHY 10-Month-Old Breakfast Ideas
These healthy baby breakfast ideas for 10 months old are perfect for your little one as well as the rest of the family. By ten months old, most babies have already transitioned to finger foods, been on baby-led weaning from the start, or are transitioning from purees to solid foods. In this post, we’re diving…
7 Best Play Food Sets for 2-Year-Olds
One of my favorite parts of toddlerhood is watching my kids engage in imaginative play. Of course, being a Dietitian, I love all things pretend kitchen, play food sets, and even outdoor play with mud kitchens. So today I’m sharing my favorite play food sets for 2 year olds. A play food set is the…
50 Healthy & EASY Preschool Snack Ideas for Toddlers
After spending the past 3 years feeding my two preschoolers snacks, I have a pretty good idea of healthy snacks that work for preschool. Whether your toddler brings a snack to share with the class or packs their own snack for preschool, these are my favorite healthy preschool snack ideas. Serving Balanced Preschool Snacks Packing…
7 Best Stainless Steel Straw Cups for Toddlers in 2024
With three young kiddos, I have tried almost every toddler cup on the market in the past five years. Ok, maybe I’m exaggerating, but we have certainly gone through our fair share of broken, leaking, and disliked straw cups. So today, I wanted to save you some trouble (and money!) and share the best stainless…
Bone Broth for Babies + Toddlers (Benefits & EASY Recipe)
Are you looking for more information on bone broth for babies and toddlers? Perhaps you are considering giving it to your little one for one of their first foods and wondering how to serve it. Whether you are looking for more information on the benefits of bone broth or how to make it, we have…
EASY Meal Prep for Toddlers (REAL LIFE & Healthy Ideas)
Do you ever feel like all you get done is fixing your toddler’s meals and snacks? With just a little bit of planning and meal prep ahead, you can make meal times so much easier. Today I am sharing my favorite easy meal prep for toddlers! The best way to meal prep for toddlers is…
10 Healthy Oatmeal Recipes & Ideas for Toddlers
Oatmeal can make a healthy breakfast or even a snack for toddlers. There are a variety of ways you can prepare oatmeal for toddlers from favorite toppings and mix-ins to creative recipes for oat muffins or even cookies made out of oats. At the end of this article, I’m excited to share 10 favorite oatmeal…
Are Goldfish Healthy? (+ 3 Favorite Snack Alternatives)
It’s no secret that goldfish are a popular snack among kids and adults alike. But are they really healthy? Not really! Goldfish are processed snack options that are certainly fun for kids, but not exactly healthy. They are often marketed as a healthy snack; however, they do not offer much in terms of nutrition. Goldfish…
The 4 BEST Bibs for Toddlers & Preschoolers
Toddler’s often become resistant to bibs, yet they still find a way to get oh so messy! Finding the perfect bib that fits them, keeps them clean, and that they will actually agree to wear it (if they are resistant as my messy 2-year-old is) can be a challenge. I’ve tried plenty of bibs for…
35 Things to Dip in Hummus
Are you looking for more variety in your kids’ meals or snacks? If so, adding hummus can be the perfect tool to add flavor, and nutrients, and even encourage your kids to eat their veggies. Today, I’m sharing my favorite things to dip in hummus! What is Hummus? Hummus is a dip or spread made…
Baby Led Weaning Banana Bread (+ Toddler & Mom Approved!)
If you’re looking for the perfect baby led weaning banana bread, look no further! This recipe is naturally gluten-free and sweetened only with bananas and dates. While it’s perfect for an easy baby breakfast or snack, it doesn’t stop there. This bread is also perfect for toddlers and the rest of your family including yourself….
Toddler Feeding Essentials (from a Dietitian Mom)
Over the past 4 years, I’ve bought numerous toddler plates, toddler blows, utensils, and even cups trying to find the right gear that works for my two toddlers. Since I have tried so many different toddler feeding supplies, I decided I should make a list of all my favorites to save you the time and…
5 Best Baby Straw Cups – Training Cups to Toddler Cups
There are so many different types of baby cups on the market these days, but one that is growing in popularity is the straw cup. Straw cups allow babies’ oral muscles to develop properly as compared to a sippy cup. I’ve avoided sippy cups with my kids altogether and therefore have tried many baby cups…
30+ HEALTHY Lunch Ideas for 1-Year-Olds
Are you looking for some fun and healthy lunch ideas for your 1-year-old? It can be hard to come up with new lunch ideas that are both healthy and easy to prepare. Today, I’m going to share some of our favorite lunch ideas for 1-year-olds, including options that are both healthy and easy. What Does…
6 Best Plates for Kids (Babies, Toddlers & Older Kids!)
It can be challenging to find the best plates for kids. Most stores are full of plastic kids plates, but like many parents, using too much plastic concerns me and even the AAP recommends avoiding plastic as it could release harmful chemicals into your child’s food. However, a durable plate that won’t break when dropped…
16 Dinner Ideas for Toddlers + EASY Veggies
Toddlers are notorious for being picky eaters. It can be tough coming up with dinner ideas for toddlers that are healthy and will satisfy even the pickiest toddler. However, cooking a separate meal (and thus being a short-order cook for your toddler) can cause picky toddlers to become even pickier! To prevent this from happening…
6 Healthy Popsicle Brands to Try this Summer
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a delicious popsicle! But if you’re looking for a healthy option, you might be disappointed. Many popsicles are packed with artificial colors and sugar. That’s why we’re excited to share some of our favorite healthy popsicle brands with you. These real fruit popsicles offer delicious flavors with less…