15 Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat Better
...-old triplets, all of whom have very different eating habits; I'm also a dietitian who teaches the professional... to get my kids to eat well can be even more of a challenge. My daughter Kathleen has severe and life...-threatening allergies to eggs, peanuts, and tree nuts, and Julia will not eat fresh fruit; luckily, my son, Marty...
Smart Snacks for Kids
Extra vitamins, just the right amount of calories, and easy to make -- these munchies are absolutely perfect for little kids and busy moms.
Pleasing the Picky Eater
So what if your kid eats her cereal without milk or hates every green vegetable? We have easy ways to get around common kid hang-ups.
The 20 Best Snacks for Kids
Toss out the junk food and start making snack time fun again! Check out these 20 kid-friendly ingredients that make great snacks, plus an easy recipe for each one.
Your Guide to Healthy Eating Habits
...Be a role model of healthy eating habits. Take the lead and most toddlers will follow. Eat meals... to eat, and easily accessible. Offer your toddler a variety of healthy foods, regardless of your own... together as a family. In addition to encouraging good eating habits and allowing you to model eating...
Celebrity Parenting Mistakes (& Successes!)
Often, celebrities are model parents. But sometimes they're not! Copy their good-parent moments -- and avoid their slip-ups. As you can see, kids riding without helmets is the biggest offense.
Fun Finger Foods
What kid doesn't love to eat with his hands? Give him a break from utensils, and serve up these easy, yummy bites for dinner.
Salads for Kids
Cool shapes, fun toppings, and colorful dressings will win over your picky eater.
Superfood Lunch Ideas
Looking for a nutritious lunch? Check out these recipes that will fuel your whole family with the healthy nutrients they need.
7 Ingredient (or Less) Suppers
Want a delicious meal that doesn't require hours in the kitchen and a long list of ingredients? Then these family-friendly dinner recipes are just for you.
10 Best Fast-Casual Restaurants 2009
You like to go out to eat. And you deserve to -- after preparing practically every meal, it's nice to let someone else do the cooking now and then. But where to go? Sit-down restaurants can be pricey, fast-food places are pretty limited and not exactly known for healthy fare. An alternative: ¿fast-casual¿ restaurants -- a hybrid of the two. You order at the counter and get your food quickly, but these places have a more varied menu, higher-quality ingredients, and comfier seating than typical fast-food joints. And they cost just a little more.
Baby's First Finger Foods
When it's time for your baby to start eating solid foods, the American Academy of Pediatrics suggests slowly introducing fruits, veggies, and meat one at a time to gauge baby's reaction to each new food. Here's our list of safe finger foods to gradually introduce into your child's diet.
Am I Pregnant?
Wondering if you're pregnant? Answer a few questions and find if you might be.
Sneak In Some Veggies
Slip in a little green to make your kids' favorite lunch and dinner choices healthier.
Teaching the Food Pyramid to Kids
Serving your kids well-balanced meals shouldn't be a chore. Based on recommendations from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, our fun ideas will help your kids enjoy their nutritious diet.
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