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Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

January 24, 2012

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If you’ve read this blog for a while you’ve probably figured out that I like black beans. My husband does too and my kids will eat them (usually stuffed in a burrito or quesidilla).
I’ve been trying to make soup each week this winter (it’s been about every other week). Last week I combined [...]

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Expert Interview: Lucy Cooke, PhD

January 20, 2012

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During the process of writing Fearless Feeding, I’m going through an immense amount of research. I’ve been interviewing researchers and want to bring some of their wisdom and perspective to you. Today we have Dr. Lucy Cooke, Senior Research Associate at UCL Department of Epidemiology and Public Health in London. Her expertise [...]

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Black Bean Brownies

January 17, 2012

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I’ve been wanting to try this recipe I found on the Meal Makeover Mom’s blog for some time now. I don’t usually ”healthify” dessert but these sound so intriguing. I have to admit, my chocolate-loving husband was skeptical.
Me: Should I make black bean brownies?
Him: Do what you want, but I probably won’t eat them
Me: Will you at least try [...]

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Did You Make This Feeding Mistake the First 2 Years?

January 9, 2012

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Even though it was over 5 years ago, I’ll never forget my first experience feeding my daughter. The nurse helped her latch and I couldn’t help but feel how unnatural it all felt. We had to wake her up for feedings, it was excruciatingly painful and she seemed to hate it. And I absolutely dreaded [...]

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Veggie Nuggets

January 3, 2012

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I thought it would be appropriate for my first post of the New Year to be a vegetable dish. I’ve been wanting to try this one for awhile now after seeing it on one of my favorite food blogs — Weekly Bite. Estela is so creative with food ideas for kids.
This turned out great! I [...]

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My Top 10 Favorite Posts of 2011

December 30, 2011

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It’s been quite a year of blogging. And what better way to celebrate than to take a step back and review the top posts of 2011. These are the posts that stood out with higher-than-average Facebook shares and tweets or active conversation in the comments.
I also want to take this time to thank you for [...]

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Pregnant? These 7 Nutrients Will Give Your Baby a Healthy Start

December 26, 2011

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This is a guest post from Bridget Swinney MS, RD, award-winning author and well-regarded nutrition expert in the field of prenatal nutrition, child nutrition and family eating matters. Bridget has worked as a clinical dietitian, public health nutritionist, WIC Program Director, diabetes educator and weight loss group facilitator. Her book, Eating Expectantly, won the Child [...]

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Weekly Meal Plan: Monday December 19th

December 19, 2011

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Happy Holidays! I hope you are not stressing too much.
This week before Christmas I’m keeping meals super simple. On Tuesday, it’s easy spinach lasagna in the slow cooker. And the slow cooker chicken dish I have planned for Thursday is really good and easy! Fridays have become make-your-own pizza days here usually on whole wheat tortillas or flat bread.
I’ve [...]

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Announcing The Fearless Feeding Movement (and Giveaway)

December 15, 2011

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I’ve got news…big news! I’ve been writing this blog for over 2 years now and have learned a lot about the feeding struggles that parent face, including my own. While I love blogging, I wanted to do more. I wanted to reach more people.
I wanted to write a book.
In walks Jill Castle, pediatric nutrition specialist. [...]

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Kids Nutrition (Part 6): 5 Things Parents Must Do Before Giving Children Vitamins

December 12, 2011

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We are finishing off the kids’ nutrition series by tackling the subject of vitamins for kids. Research shows that about one-third of kids get multivitamins — and most parents admit that this added nutrition gives them peace of mind.
But before deciding to supplement your child’s diet, I have important check-offs for you. The truth? When [...]