Infants and Toddlers

Successfully parenting your child towards life-long healthy eating habits involves the entire family, including caregivers (nanny’s,

When your toddler reaches two years of age, growth slows down and appetite decreases. You may think you have a picky eater… on your hands,

The changes children experience when they are small are dramatic—from infancy to adolescence, children grow at a surprising rate!

This menu provides general guidelines for feeding a 1 year old. The amount a child eats will vary depending on how hungry he is. 

Whether you make your own baby food or rely on the convenience of pre-made baby food,

A question I often hear is, “How can I make sure my child is eating healthy while under the care of their nanny?” It may seem difficult to keep up healthy eating practices while you are away,

Kids are like sponges, soaking up everything they hear, see, smell, and taste. Babies begin to learn eating patterns before they are even born,

I knew something was wrong when my two-year-old began eating paper. She wasn’t just mouthing books,

When my oldest daughter started eating solid foods, I pictured her eating the same healthy stir-fry dishes and casseroles that I made for my husband and myself.

Parents of picky toddlers may feel as though they’d do anything to help their kids eat better.

Herbs and spices give a big antioxidant boost. Many cultures include them in their baby’s diet from early on.

Easy Baby First Foods

Mashed banana
Mashed avocado
Baked and mashed sweet potato, butternut squash, acorn squash
Steamed and pureed turnip
Steamed and pureed zucchini
Steamed and pureed broccoli
Steamed and pureed carrots
Steamed and pureed peas
Blended hard boiled egg
Peeled,

Food Sanitation and Safety – This is especially important when making your own baby food!

Don’t keep baby food in the refrigerator for longer than 3 days.

Feeding your baby for the first time can be an exciting experience!  It is a lot of fun to watch how your baby reacts to new foods –

This delicious meal takes just minutes and is a great way to get in eye-healthy antioxidants,