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3 shortcuts to no-fuss, yet totally delicious Valentine’s Day treats for the classroom.

by Jane Sweeney | Feb 7, 2018 | Party!, Recipes

Let’s face it: Paper valentines are nice, but nothing beats an edible Valentine’s Day treat. A chocolate surprise or heart-shaped confection is all that my kids ever want. But the truth is, I believe that baking is a labor of love, and I prefer to do mine without all...

10 things to make with your kids that aren’t sweets. It’s possible, we promise!

by Caroline Siegrist | Jan 23, 2018 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

There’s something so idyllic about baking cookies with a child; I can think of a handful of commercials that feature this sweet scene specifically. But when it comes to getting kids excited to help in the kitchen, sugar can’t be our only incentive....

9 essential Paleo pantry items Paleo beginners should keep on hand.

by Kate Etue | Nov 9, 2017 | Shopping Finds, Tips + Tricks

My husband and I switched to a Paleo diet three months ago, and even though I love carbs, we’re still going strong. Yes, the pounds and inches we’ve lost are great motivation to stick to it, but changing what we keep in our kitchen has been key. Because...

5 genius ways to get superfoods into your baby’s or toddler’s diet.

by Stacie Billis | Nov 1, 2017 | Recipes, Tips + Tricks

The starting solids milestone can be an intimidating one for parents, but once you get the hang of it, purees are fairly simple business. In fact, when babies first start eating, they’re still getting the bulk of their nutrition from breast milk or formula....

8 healthy-ish Halloween lunch box recipes. (Kids can’t live on candy alone.)

by Kate Etue | Oct 11, 2017 | Halloween, Recipes

For weeks, my kids have been obsessing over their Halloween costumes and (of course) the annual sugar binge that comes with the holiday. They cannot wait. I have to admit, I’m getting in the spirit, too, and am starting with these healthy(ish) Halloween lunch...