Wednesday, April 8th, 2009
We've blogged about Bakerella's cake pops before. But now, I think she has outdone herself with this precious array of Easter characters. Display any of these sticking out of a flowerpot full of wheat grass and voila! Dessert is served!
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Thursday, April 2nd, 2009
A mom’s worst nightmare: Two Russian women discover that their toddlers were swapped at birth. Mom Logic
Encouraging kids to drink water in school can prevent obesity. New York Times
The PTA is petitioning congress to get junk food out of school vending machines. Reuters
Super Toddler: This 3-year-old has a genetic mutation that gives him unusual muscle strength—and doctors have been looking for ways to replicate the effect. ABC News
Experts use “stealth health” techniques to get kids make healthy choices without realizing it. Newsweek
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Thursday, March 19th, 2009
Brand-new baby boom. More babies were born in 2007 than any other year in our nation’s history. Yahoo! News
It’s back to work for many mothers whose husbands are out of jobs. USA Today
Toy manufacturers are cutting back on big-ticket items as parents choose less expensive, simpler playthings. Wall Street Journal
Your cooking and eating habits have an effect on your entire family. New York Times
Finally: A new study gives hope for a peanut allergy cure. The Washington Post
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Monday, March 16th, 2009
I rarely come across a cookie that I don't love, but when I saw these adorable cookies from Casue, I realized I had found my new faves. The company—a family operation that was founded by identical twins—specializes in custom-designed cookies for any occasion. Need something extra special for a Christening or Communion? They do that. Want a unique snack for when you host your son or daughter's t-ball team? They do that, too. Or maybe you need something for dad or grandpa. Whatever the reason for celebrating, Casue has a cookie for it.
If all of that wasn't reason enough to check out the company, you can send them your own personal photo of something meaningful to you — say your wedding dress or the actual dress your daughter wore to her Christening — and they can make a cookie out of that, too.
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Friday, March 13th, 2009
In my continuing effort to get/stay in shape and eat well, dinner is always the biggest challenge. It’s just hard to keep coming up with meals that taste good without being too fattening (and can be made in a half-hour after I get home from work). One of my reliable favorites is something I once whipped up on a whim and happened to please everyone in my family. I’m not sure exactly how much it makes. I always freeze at least half of it and save it for another week.
Mexican Chicken
Ingredients:
2 pounds of chicken breasts cut up (I buy it already cut for stir-fry)
2 jars salsa
1 can black beans (rinsed)
1 can corn
1-2 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
A handful of low-fat shredded cheddar cheese
•Cook the chicken in a big skillet.
•Pour off the extra fat.
•Add the salsa and cook for a few minutes.
•Add beans and corn.
•Add sour cream
•Add cheese, cover and stir until bubbly.
We like to eat it sort of wrapped in a warmed-up tortilla. It takes barely 15 minutes total.
Please share your best dish with us!
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Thursday, March 12th, 2009
Is forgetting a child in a hot car not just a fatal mistake, but a crime? Washington Post
Working moms, worried about job security, cut back on maternity leave. Wall Street Journal
Family meals encourage good eating habits. Reuters
The challenge: Eating local on a budget. Seattle P-I
A tale of corruption in an overseas adoption. Mother Jones
Is breastfeeding all that it’s cracked up to be? The Atlantic
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Thursday, February 26th, 2009
Why that nightly glass of wine might not be such a good idea. Washington Post
Pregnant women and new moms with diabetes have nearly double the risk of developing postpartum depression, finds a new study. Boston Globe
The octuplet case causes some to question the wisdom of large families in today’s world. Philadelphia Inquirer
Want to do Disney? Now may be a good time, since the resort is slashing prices. New York Times
Check your prenatal vitamins: If they don’t contain enough iodine, it may affect your baby’s brain development, according to new research. Yahoo! News
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Wednesday, February 25th, 2009
It seems Goodyblog has been rather quiet lately about our eternal love for the cupcake. Have no doubt, they are still our pastry of choice. I came across this great how-to set today on Oh Joy!. The Cupcake Kit, 14 recipes, 250 decorative cup liners in two sizes, a
pastry bag, and an assortment of piping tips for creating one-of-a-kind
masterpieces.
It's almost worth it just for those precious liners. Available at Amazon.com.
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