How to Improve a Child’s Microbiome with Plants
Let’s talk about a child’s gut microbiome. The gut “microbiome” includes all the bacteria and tiny organisms that live in a child’s gut. And, it influences overall health, not just…
Is Powdered Infant Formula Sterile? What Parents Need to Know About Formula Preparation
Infant formula is a medical marvel. It is safe and nutritious for babies who are unable to drink breastmilk (also known as human milk). Some infant formulas come as powders…
How much coffee can you have while breastfeeding?
Is coffee okay while breastfeeding? How about other sources of caffeine? Many breastfeeding or nursing moms ask about coffee, so today's post will go over the basics. I'll go over…
Information to Help Parents Support Kids in Eating Disorder Recovery
Today’s post is about eating disorders. It's meant for families with someone already diagnosed. Maybe they're starting to think about eating disorder recovery. So, before I go on: if you…
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Do you need to night wean to prevent cavities?
It’s a common question. A one-year-old wakes a few times a night to breastfeed. Perhaps this one-year-old has teeth. Should they stop night feedings? More specifically, is a baby’s dental…
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Frozen Fruits and Veggies for Kids: A Great Idea!
We know that eating a variety of fruits and vegetables helps children be healthier. Sometimes it’s a challenge to find fresh produce, so we can't help but ask: What about…
Chaffles: A Satisfying Breakfast Option For Kids
This post contains affiliate links. Looking for a quick breakfast with no added sugar? The chaffle refers to a waffle-shaped breakfast and includes two main ingredients: eggs and cheese. (Cheese…
Thoughts on Heavy Metals in Baby Foods
Maybe you’ve seen the headlines by now. There are toxic heavy metals in prepared baby foods. Even in organic prepared baby foods. The headlines are doing their job. We gasp.…
Are Artificial Sweeteners A Good Choice for Kids?
Sugar substitutes are everywhere! Whether natural or artificial, non-sugar sweeteners are in more foods than ever before. They're in things many kids eat daily. What's a parent to do? Avoid…
Introducing Solids Part 2: A Sample Day’s Menu
What does a baby food menu actually look like for my family? If you see the previous post ( Introducing Solids ) you can see the various recommendations for introducing…