Chickpeas, quinoa, and whole grains make protein-packed hummus wraps the ideal lunch for those looking to get adequate amounts of plant protein at mealtime.I always shock myself when I make a recipe that does not include some kind of animal protein [i.e. mainly beef, … [Read more...]
10 Outdoor Toys for Toddlers
Because healthy eating and physical activity go hand in hand, I thought I’d take a moment to share some of the boys’ favorite outdoor toys for toddlers! You know, the toys that help expend their endless energy so we can all get to bed or take a nap at a decent hour. Just don’t … [Read more...]
Strawberry Oatmeal Popsicles
Strawberry oatmeal popsicles taste just like eating strawberry oatmeal, but frozen on a stick for a yummy treat!It’s no surprise that we are on a popsicle kick in this house. Not only are they the boys’ snack of choice post nap and pre sprinkler run, they are Mom’s snack … [Read more...]
Homemade Sloppy Joes
Ditch the store-bought can of sauce for these quick and easy Homemade Sloppy Joes, packed with veggies and full of flavor!I often wonder if I cook too much kid-food in my house [prompted by the third time last week I had cooked grilled cheese] but the reality is I’m in … [Read more...]
How To Grocery Shop with Toddlers
Before kids, grocery shopping was up there with shoe shopping for me. Fun. Social hour. And an escape. Bring two toddlers into the picture and now it’s like completing a triathlon without the time to train and prepare your body for it. While I relish in the trips to the grocery … [Read more...]
