by DanielleBinns | Jan 8, 2016 | Feeding strategies, Picky Eaters
As well meaning parents who want their little ones to stay healthy and thrive, we will try and say anything to get them to eat well.  Or just eat better. In my last Periscope I shared some of the phrases we say to encourage our children to eat.  But these 3 VERY...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by DanielleBinns | Oct 23, 2015 | Feeding strategies, Health tips, Picky Eaters
Today I did something that might shock you. I gave my toddler Pumpkin Cookies as part of her meal.  Yup, a Certified Nutritionist and health-nut mom willingly allows her child to have dessert  with her dinner. GASP! Even more surprising, this was a conscious and a...				
					
			
					
											
								
							
					
															
					
					 by DanielleBinns | Oct 21, 2015 | Health tips, Picky Eaters, Recipes, RSS | 
Whether it’s Halloween or you are just craving pumpkins, here’s a super moist pumpkin cookies recipe to try! Pick up an extra gourd around Halloween and join in the fun. These healthy pumpkin cookies are nutrient-dense and perfect for little ones who are...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by DanielleBinns | Sep 23, 2015 | Picky Eaters, Recipes | 
While my husband is leisurely strolling the streets of Greece with his camera in one hand and a souvlaki in the other, I’m stuck (I mean ‘I’m happily’) at home with my tantrum-throwing toddler in one arm, and my 20 minute napping baby in the...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by DanielleBinns | Sep 17, 2015 | Picky Eaters, Recipes
What are the odds that my 2.5 year old has no interest in desserts, cookies, or anything sweet (other than your odd spoonful of coconut milk ice cream).   On the other hand, both Keith and I have a sweet tooth.  I’m not sure who she takes after, but I hope my...				
					
			
					
				
															
					
					 by DanielleBinns | Sep 2, 2015 | Picky Eaters, Recipes | 
Some kids LOVE avocado, and some kids will do anything to avoid it.  If your little one is a picky eater, you’re in for a (healthy) treat today.  And so are they! Avocado is a great food (actually it’s one of the best) if you worry about your child’s...