Cooking with Kids

While you're stirring up soup or making a batch of cookies, let the little ones into the kitchen for some tasty, hands-on learning.

Wish your child would try carrots and spinach? This quick pot-sticker project may make her less picky.

If you have a child who sticks out his tongue at the sight of veggies or only eats "white" foods, you're far from alone. But don't despair. We've got smart solutions for helping even the fussiest kids become more adventurous.

We've compiled a list of off-the-beaten-path foods. Try them with your kids in alphabetical order - if dates don't go over well, just move on to eggplant, or choose another food from the list.

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.

Serving dinner to your family doesn't have to be a struggle. We've got tricks, tips, and a work-week's worth of recipes to get a delicious healthy food ready in half an hour or less.

Load your shelves with these delicious, nutritious foods, and we promise that your kids will stop begging you for junk food.

Six super-simple pies that are so good, your kids won't even realize they're healthy.

While there are no road maps to feeding toddlers, these 12 tips can help them develop good eating habits. Check out these tips from "The Toddler Care Book: A Complete Guide from 1 to 5 Years Old" by Dr. Jeremy Friedman.

Here's where to start if you want your family to go organic.

The key to making weeknight dinners a breeze is finding recipes that allow you to prep components in advance. Taking an hour on Sunday to tackle some preliminary chopping and cooking will save you precious time during the week.

Get dinner on the table fast with these fresh recipe ideas your whole family will love.

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Expert help on combating your biggest mealtime problems.

It's freezing outside and your baby has already completed his usual circuit of activity mat, bouncy seat, and Exersaucer. With hours to go before his next nap, you need tactics to keep your wee one cooing when Old Man Winter traps you indoors. Try these fun indoor activities to pass a gray day. The time will fly!

Wondering if you're pregnant? Answer a few questions and find if you might be.

We cut through the chaos and tell you what you should buy--and where you can save your money.

Bunny cupcakes, Easter-egg cookies, and other delicious desserts to celebrate spring.

What's our simple trick for making supper with your picky eater a whole lot easier? We swapped out vegetables for crowd-pleasing, nutrient-packed fruits in these 5 delicious recipes.

Nothing's more fun than food on a stick. We came up with grilled and no-cook skewer combos that even picky eaters will go for.

Get your kids off to a good and healthy start -- without any fuss.

Here are a few basics you need to know about your new arrival.

Whether it's R&R or an exciting adventure, a family outing should be enjoyable for everyone. But how do you know what type of trip best suits you? Take our quiz and find out!