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Archives",{"total":123,"page":124,"nextPage":17,"prevPage":17,"totalPages":124,"content":125},9,1,[126,177,221,355,488,611,714,755,789],{"id":127,"title":128,"slug":129,"link":130,"uri":131,"date":132,"modified":133,"content":134,"featuredImageForMobile":135,"featuredImage":137,"categories":145,"tags":151,"author":154,"seo":168,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDozMTIxOQ==","How to Recognize Gagging & Why It’s Important When Starting Finger Foods","why-gagging-is-important-finger-foods","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/why-gagging-is-important-finger-foods/","/blog/why-gagging-is-important-finger-foods/","2024-10-21T11:46:27","2024-10-24T15:52:23","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It sounds scary, but everyone navigating a young child’s feeding journey should understand the difference between gagging and choking. First-time parents who learn to recognize the signs of gagging and how to respond to it will feel more confident when starting solids with their children, making the experience less stressful overall. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of our Finger Food customers have expressed a desire to understand the signs of choking versus gagging and how to respond when transitioning to Finger Foods, so we created this short guide for your easy reference!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>What is gagging?\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For babies who are new to Finger Foods, gagging is a natural part of learning how to eat bite-sized solids. It’s the body’s protective reflex to prevent choking that naturally pushes food deemed unfit for swallowing back out of the mouth without obstructing the airway. Choking is when the airway is obstructed, and the baby is having trouble breathing. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>How do I spot gagging versus choking?\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs of Gagging—let baby keep trying\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Watery eyes\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Retching sounds\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Coughing\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Crying\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cbr />\n\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Signs of Choking—administer first aid and call 911\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Panicked behavior\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> No sounds\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Pale skin\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Cannot cry\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Scared look\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cbr />\n\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cbr />\n\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(For more information on choking and how to respond, please read the American Red Cross’ articles on \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/cpr/performing-cpr/child-baby-cpr\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Child & Baby CPR\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/resources/learn-first-aid/infant-choking\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Infant Choking: How To Help\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.)\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>Why is gagging important?\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Every child gags in their early stages of eating, learning how to recognize the reflex and accept it as part of the process will help you feel more confident and reduce mealtime stress. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your child is gagging, it’s important not to show alarm or physically intervene (using fingers to try and remove food from the mouth or giving gentle whacks on the back may make things worse). Instead, continue to supervise them while they learn and develop the gagging reflex by spitting food back to the front of the mouth, or out entirely. Gagging is typically a neutral experience for babies, and they usually resume eating right after they gag! The more you allow them to practice eating various textured foods, the faster they will outgrow gagging.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We know the early stages of feeding can be stressful, which is why it’s helpful to remember that babies’ primary source of nutrition should come from breast milk or formula for the first year of their lives. So, don’t worry if your baby isn’t eating much of the Finger Foods you serve during their early stages of eating, it is still giving them texture exposure and necessary practice to develop their swallowing skills for safe eating!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our Finger Foods are designed to minimize the risk of choking by cutting foods to the ideal size and cooking them to a soft texture so your little one can self-feed safely. We recommend Finger Foods for babies 10 months and older, or babies who have some experience swallowing solid foods (either textured purees or baby-led weaning). We hope this information helps guide you through your own eating journey.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus?navItem=finger-foods\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31221 size-full\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FINGER-FOOD-BLOG-CTA.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1600\" height=\"700\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FINGER-FOOD-BLOG-CTA.jpg 1600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FINGER-FOOD-BLOG-CTA-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FINGER-FOOD-BLOG-CTA-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FINGER-FOOD-BLOG-CTA-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FINGER-FOOD-BLOG-CTA-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/FINGER-FOOD-BLOG-CTA-1200x525.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":136},"FeaturedImageForMobile",{"node":138,"__typename":144},{"id":139,"link":140,"sourceUrl":141,"altText":142,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDozMTIyMA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/why-gagging-is-important-finger-foods/gagging-vs-choking-finger-food-blog/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Gagging-vs-Choking-Finger-Food-Blog-880x500.jpg","Baby eating Finger Food","MediaItem","NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge",{"nodes":146,"__typename":150},[147,148,149],{"name":25,"slug":26,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},"PostToCategoryConnection",{"edges":152,"__typename":153},[],"PostToTagConnection",{"node":155,"__typename":167},{"authorMeta":156,"name":162,"description":17,"avatar":163,"__typename":166},{"avatar":157,"__typename":161},{"node":158,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":159,"altText":19,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Liz.jpg","AcfMediaItemConnectionEdge","AuthorMeta","Liz Sommer, MS, RD, LDN",{"url":164,"__typename":165},"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/3fba90ca6ef357476f3c9f2025bf689312f5c223924f43da84ac93aa061cea2f?s=96&d=mm&r=g","Avatar","User","NodeWithAuthorToUserConnectionEdge",{"title":169,"metaDesc":170,"opengraphUrl":130,"opengraphTitle":128,"opengraphDescription":170,"opengraphImage":171,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":173,"opengraphModifiedTime":174,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":175},"How to Handle Gagging When Introducing Finger Foods | Nurture Life","Your essential guide to understanding the difference between gagging and choking when starting Finger Foods.",{"sourceUrl":172,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Gagging-vs-Choking-Finger-Food-Blog.jpg","2024-10-21T11:46:27+00:00","2024-10-24T15:52:23+00:00","PostTypeSEO","Post",{"id":178,"title":179,"slug":180,"link":181,"uri":182,"date":183,"modified":184,"content":185,"featuredImageForMobile":186,"featuredImage":190,"categories":196,"tags":201,"author":203,"seo":214,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDo4MTY2","New Year’s Resolutions for the Whole Family","new-years-resolutions-whole-family","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/new-years-resolutions-whole-family/","/blog/new-years-resolutions-whole-family/","2020-12-18T12:08:02","2024-08-12T12:42:52","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It’s almost 2021, and with a new year comes fresh hope that this year will be better than the last. Beyond hoping for a smoother year than 2020, New Year’s offers the opportunity to commit to new goals, whether you vow to eat your vegetables, try a new hobby, exercise more or go to bed earlier.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making resolutions doesn’t just have to be for adults—and it’s never too late to get started on them! Create a new family tradition and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.pbs.org/parents/holidays/making-new-years-resolutions-child/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get your kids involved\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Have a discussion about the New Year’s resolutions they’d like to help make for themselves and the whole family. Here are a few of our favorite ideas to get the conversation going. Happy New Year!   \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Resolution: Mindful Eating\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Hello, fruits and veggies. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fit in more of the good stuff by approaching meals with fruits and veggies first. Fill each plate at least halfway with a range of different options. Make sure to choose plates that are suitable for their age: Aim for a six-inch plate for toddlers and a nine-inch plate for kids and early adolescents. If your kids tend to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/get-kids-eat-vegetables/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">push them away,\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> try to get creative and make it fun by getting your kids involved at mealtime (a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/overcome-picky-eating-involving-child/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">few suggestions here!\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Or, challenge the family to eat an entire rainbow in one day, and let your little ones choose each item.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Goodbye, sugar. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut out refined sugar at home wherever possible. Scan ingredients and nutrition labels for the \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"http://sugarscience.ucsf.edu/sugar-terms-101.html#.WTjRvBPyvX8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common forms of sugar\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including evaporated cane juice, high-fructose corn syrup and fruit juice concentrate. Everyday products, such as applesauce, dried and canned fruit, pasta sauce and other condiments are all foods in which added sugars could be hiding. Make sure to compare products and select ones with the least amount of added sugar. Also, focus on consuming fresh fruits instead of fruit juice. Keep desserts and sugar-rich snacks in the house to a minimum, and if your kids are accustomed to having something sweet after dinner, consider naturally sweetened options such as fruit and oat combinations, or yogurt with honey.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Drink more water. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be easy to forget to drink enough water, especially when you’re running around all day. Make it a habit to drink more water and less sugary beverages such as soda and juice. You can also offer alternatives such as \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/healthy-kid-friendly-junk-food-alternatives/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sliced fruit in water\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.  \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=new-years-resolutions-whole-family-20201218\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19494 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"baby, toddler & kid meals | Nurture Life\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Resolution: Get Active\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Exercise more. \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Winter can be a challenging season to stay active, but a little creativity can help you and your family get active. Head to an outdoor trail for a family walk or make a trip to an ice-skating rink. On the days you’d rather stay home, have your kids “teach” a fitness class to the family, lead \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.pbs.org/parents/food-and-fitness/sport-and-fitness/practice-yoga-with-your-child/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">family-friendly yoga poses\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or pick out their favorite playlist and have a dance party.\u003C/span>\u003C/b>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-8176\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nurture-Life-December-56-1-853x1024.jpg\" alt=\"happy kid dancing with his mom \" width=\"600\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nurture-Life-December-56-1-853x1024.jpg 853w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nurture-Life-December-56-1-250x300.jpg 250w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nurture-Life-December-56-1-768x922.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nurture-Life-December-56-1-1280x1536.jpg 1280w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nurture-Life-December-56-1-1707x2048.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/b>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Limit screen time. \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With outdoor activities less of an option, it can be tempting to give into TV, movies and video games. Make a commitment to limit screen time, and have a list of ideas ready when your kids want to turn on a device. Play a board game, read a book together, do an art project, cook a meal—and check out our list of indoor \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/10-fun-ways-enjoy-winter-inside/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">winter activities\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003Cbr />\n\u003C/b>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Still go outside. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There’s a reason winter gear exists! Even if it’s cold out, a bit of fresh air will do the whole family good. Just make sure to bundle up your little ones. Most of their skin should be covered; hats and gloves are a must! Head outdoors, from a short walk around the neighborhood to a play session at your nearest playground. If there’s snow, build a snowman, go sledding or build a fort. You could also entice the kids to help shovel—which is great exercise—with a small reward or treat at the end.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Resolution: Make Small Changes\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Find a hobby. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy eating and an active lifestyle are a great place to start with New Year’s resolutions, but also set a goal for yourself and your family that has more to do with quality of life. Discovering a new hobby is a great starting place, and the sky’s the limit. A new interest could be anything from an artistic or creative skill—like painting, drawing or sculpting—to joining a local club or group. Need some inspiration to get started? Try out \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kiwico.com/?utm_source=Google-g&utm_medium=SEM&utm_content=48255882464&utm_campaign=796884942&utm_term=kiwi%20crate&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIx8PRw8Gr2AIVVrbACh1VFgGnEAAYASAAEgISyfD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KiwiCo\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This subscription service offers hands-on activity crates for ages 0-16+, so your kids can enjoy learning and creating something new every month.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Carve out family time. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Life can be hectic, but make a decision to set aside time to spend together as a family. You may be able to fold clothes or set the table faster on your own, but involving your kids can be a valuable teaching lesson. Invent a family cleanup game. Don’t wait for the holidays or vacations to connect, create a family calendar on your smartphone that syncs across different phones to stay up-to-date on all the activities. Save time and money by purchasing groceries, staples and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menu/toddlers/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ready-to-eat meals\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> online. Do the things that make you happy and less stressed, all while incorporating your whole family!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19531\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/April-7583-1-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"cooking as a family | Nurture Life\" width=\"600\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/April-7583-1-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/April-7583-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/April-7583-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/April-7583-1-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/April-7583-1-2048x1363.jpg 2048w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/April-7583-1-1200x799.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/April-7583-1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Set personal and family goals. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brainstorm a specific goal that would help your family in day-to-day life. Is it creating a morning routine so you’re not rushed before heading out the door? Getting everyone to sleep through the night? Assigning chores? Going green to help reduce waste? Decide on one or two things you feel can make an impact for your family, and discuss with your kids why it’s good to have these goals. In addition, work with your kids to develop their own personal goals. Encourage preschoolers to work on listening and helping skills, school-age children to improve what they are struggling with and adolescents to take more responsibility for their actions.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what your resolutions are for this year, have confidence in yourself and your family that you can stick to them! Family resolutions are a way for everyone to get involved—so here’s to a bright (and better!) year.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=new-years-resolutions-whole-family-20201218\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19494 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"baby, toddler & kid meals | Nurture Life\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/CTA-template.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003Cbr />\n\u003Cscript type=\"application/ld+json\">\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https://schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n  \"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n    \"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n    \"@id\": \"https://www.nurturelife.com/blog/new-years-resolutions-whole-family/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"New Year’s Resolutions for the Whole Family\",\n  \"description\": \"Making resolutions doesn’t just have to be for adults—and it’s never too late to get started on them! Create a new family tradition and get your kids involved. Have a discussion about the New Year’s resolutions they’d like to help make for themselves and the whole family. Here are a few of our favorite ideas to get the conversation going. Happy New Year!\",\n  \"image\": \"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Nurture-Life-December-56-1-853x1024.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Nurture Life\",\n    \"url\": \"https://www.nurturelife.com/\"\n  },  \n  \"publisher\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Organization\",\n    \"name\": \"Nurture Life\",\n    \"logo\": {\n      \"@type\": \"ImageObject\",\n      \"url\": \"https://www.nurturelife.com/assets/images/signup/logo.svg\"\n    }\n  },\n  \"datePublished\": \"2020-12-18\"\n}\n\u003C/script>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":187,"__typename":136},{"node":188,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":189,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/ny-2-header.jpg",{"node":191,"__typename":144},{"id":192,"link":193,"sourceUrl":194,"altText":195,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDoxOTUyOQ==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/new-years-resolutions-whole-family/ny-2-header-desktop/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/ny-2-header-desktop-880x450.jpg","new years resolutions for the family | Nurture Life",{"nodes":197,"__typename":150},[198,199,200],{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":202,"__typename":153},[],{"node":204,"__typename":167},{"authorMeta":205,"name":210,"description":211,"avatar":212,"__typename":166},{"avatar":206,"__typename":161},{"node":207,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":208,"altText":209,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Katie-Headshot-Original-Square.jpg","Katie Headshot","Katie Klepek","As the director of marketing at Nurture Life, Katie gets to combine her passions—family, food and healthy lifestyle choices—with crafting a personalized experience for Nurture Life’s brand. She has over 18 years experience in business, communications, marketing and event planning, having co-founded the successful event production company Reinventing Events. Katie’s diverse background allows her to effectively combine communication and organization skills to develop, plan and deliver results. Born and raised in the Midwest, Katie attended the University of Illinois at Chicago, specializing in English and Communication. When she’s not spreading her cheer (and eating cookies) at Nurture Life, Katie runs marathons and co-hosts a horror movie podcast with her husband. She has a 3-year-old daughter who has grown up on Nurture Life with another girl on the way!",{"url":213,"__typename":165},"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/8ef3d6178ec6e101f703d1ba5de8178701ddb500e9e8527a76c1b02ab246df2d?s=96&d=mm&r=g",{"title":215,"metaDesc":216,"opengraphUrl":181,"opengraphTitle":179,"opengraphDescription":216,"opengraphImage":217,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":219,"opengraphModifiedTime":220,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":175},"New Year’s Resolutions for the Whole Family | Nurture Life","The start of 2018 is a great time to set new goals. We’re sharing our ideas to get started on creating New Year’s resolutions for the whole family.",{"sourceUrl":218,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/ny-2-header-desktop.jpg","2020-12-18T12:08:02+00:00","2024-08-12T12:42:52+00:00",{"id":222,"title":223,"slug":224,"link":225,"uri":226,"date":227,"modified":228,"content":229,"featuredImageForMobile":230,"featuredImage":234,"categories":240,"tags":245,"author":339,"seo":349,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxODQxMw==","How to Introduce Your Toddler to Nurture Life’s Healthy Toddler Meals","introduce-healthy-toddler-meals","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/introduce-healthy-toddler-meals/","/blog/introduce-healthy-toddler-meals/","2020-07-24T19:15:32","2024-06-20T10:06:49","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The toddler years are packed with milestone after milestone. You’ll see your little one learning how to walk and run, how to string words into phrases and how to push your buttons with their newfound independence. Part of this exciting transition is the move away from baby food to “real” table food—giving your growing toddler a taste of what the big kids get to eat! \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your little one is \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-switch-from-baby-food-to-table-food/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">showing signs of readiness to leave Stage 3 behind\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, take advantage of this simple guide for a smooth transition to Nurture Life’s \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthy toddler meals\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>What to Order \u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you’re ordering Nurture Life’s \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toddler meal delivery\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for the first time, you might be wondering which meals make the best starter box. The short answer is that every one of our Toddler Meals is nutrient-dense, well-balanced and kid-friendly—so there’s no bad option! All of our meals have been developed by registered dietitians to give your toddler:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The proper balance of proteins, vegetables and complex carbs for their stage of development\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Experience with what \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">real\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> food tastes like, including (and especially!) the veggies\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/reduce-sodium-sugar-intake-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Absolutely minimal amounts of added sugar and salt\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mix of familiar and new flavors to expand their palate and discourage \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/4-practical-tips-feeding-picky-toddler-new-foods/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">picky eating habits in toddlerhood\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We’re extremely selective about our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?currentPage=1&navItem=toddler-1-4-yrs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toddler Meal menu\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because we know—and the research shows—that these early years of eating are critical to a child’s physical growth and palate development. The eating habits, mealtime memories and taste preferences that your toddler develops now will affect their choices for a lifetime! We take that responsibility very seriously.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=introduce-healthy-toddler-meals-20200722\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18082\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy kids meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Tips for Selecting Your Toddler Meals\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although every Nurture Life Toddler Meal is a nutritional and developmental home run, there \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are \u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a few recommended ways to choose your child’s meals:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Start with the more familiar.\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Serving an already-accepted flavor or ingredient, like mashed potatoes or chicken, will help the transition to table food feel less scary. \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Check out our \u003C/b>\u003Cb>meals for picky toddlers\u003C/b>\u003Cb>.\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> If you already know that your little one tends to be picky, try out any meal marked as a \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Picky Eater Fav\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">—like our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/chicken-bites-with-mashed-sweet-potatoes-green-beans/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">delightfully crispy oven-baked Chicken Bites\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Try one new thing at a time.\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By alternating new and accepted foods, you can slowly expose your toddler to different flavors, textures, colors and ingredients without overwhelming them.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Order multiples. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research shows that it may take 6–15 times for a child to accept a new food, so you should count on offering the same meals at least a few times. (\u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-freeze-meals-from-nurture-life/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurture Life meals can be safely frozen\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so don’t worry about getting too many! Just stick extras in the freezer until it’s time to try it again.)\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Sample Order: \u003C/b>\u003Cb>Toddler Meal Ideas\u003C/b>\u003Cb> for the Week\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here’s what a typical \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toddler meal delivery \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">order might look like. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18525 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-toddler-meal-schedule-600x1024.jpg\" alt=\"healthy toddler meals\" width=\"600\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-toddler-meal-schedule-600x1024.jpg 600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-toddler-meal-schedule-176x300.jpg 176w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-toddler-meal-schedule-768x1310.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-toddler-meal-schedule-900x1536.jpg 900w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-toddler-meal-schedule-1201x2048.jpg 1201w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-toddler-meal-schedule-1200x2047.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-toddler-meal-schedule-scaled.jpg 1501w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003Cbr />\nIn this way, each order will build upon the last to create a natural progression of new flavors, textures and food groups for your little one to discover.As you can see, this sample order includes several repeated meals that focus on chicken, a classic kid favorite. As this toddler becomes more accustomed to Nurture Life, the parent can start slowly branching out with their orders. Next week’s box might include the same protein in a new flavor profile (maybe our delectable \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/chicken-biryani/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken Biryani\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?) or maybe a totally new protein altogether (like \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=heatable-meals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lentil Meatballs with Ratatouille\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/teriyaki-salmon-with-rainbow-veggie-rice/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teriyaki Salmon with Rainbow Veggie Rice\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.) \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>When Your Nurture Life Box Arrives\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toddlers are natural explorers, and Nurture Life’s meals are designed to capture their curiosity from first sight. Our meal packaging features whimsical sweet potato cows, cauliflower trees and chicken breast boats—giving your little one an imaginative look into what they’ll soon be feasting on.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toddler meal deliver\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">y box arrives, grab your little one for a playful unboxing! Let your toddler look at the meal package and hold it in their hands as you point out and name each illustration. Silly noises and imaginative stories are \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">always\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> welcome.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your toddler may not be able to read what’s on the box, but you can still get them thinking about the delicious goodness to come. Use this \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.twinkl.com/resource/t-t-2394-editable-plate-templates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">printable plate template\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and have them draw the ingredients of each meal. Then place their handmade plates on the fridge to remind them which meals are upcoming. (You could even let your toddler be a “big kid” and choose their own meal by pointing to the menu!)\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to store your Toddler Meals in the fridge once you’re done with the big reveal—our meals are fresh, and need to be refrigerated because we don’t add artificial preservatives to our food.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>During Mealtime\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether for breakfast, lunch or dinner, here are some tips for serving Nurture Life’s \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthy meals for toddlers\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Make your kid comfortable. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High chair or table, make sure your child is seated in a comfortable and familiar environment without distractions. If they have a favorite plate or utensil, bring it out!\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Let them explore the food.\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Put the meal on the high chair tray or plate and allow your child to experience each different food on their own: playing, smashing, feeling, smelling and tasting!\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Cut into pieces if necessary. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some toddlers still rely on their fingers, while others are whizzes with utensils—and both are totally normal! If your child is still learning to handle a fork or spoon, you may need to lend a hand by cutting larger items, like \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/turkey-meatloaf-with-mashed-potatoes-green-beans/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turkey Meatloaf\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, into more manageable pieces. Start with larger chunks if your little one needs some extra practice with the pincer grasp or utensil. If your child seems to have difficulty stabbing their food, consider offering them a pre-loaded fork to prevent frustration at mealtime. \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Pay attention to your child’s reactions. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your toddler may or may not have a great first reaction to the meal, but that’s okay. Make a mental note of any reaction, good or bad, and continue offering and re-offering (and re-offering…) until your child becomes comfortable enough to accept the food. Keep in mind that this is a big transition, and it will likely take time. You’re doing it right!\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Don’t worry about a clean plate.\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Nurture Life’s Toddler Meals are perfectly portioned for kids in this age range, but that doesn’t mean that your child should necessarily eat the entire meal every time. Toddlers are very good at regulating their food intake and stopping when they’re full, so there’s \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/re-thinking-clean-plate-strategy/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">no need to push for a clean plate\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Overwhelmed Toddler? Totally Normal!\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just because your toddler seems excited to eat “grown up” food doesn’t mean that mealtime will always go smoothly. (Is \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anything \u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">perfectly smooth in toddlerhood?) Here are a few additional tips if your little one seems a bit overwhelmed by table food:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Give cues\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Show your child that you love the food by taking a bite yourself—they’ll take cues from you! There’s no need to make a huge show of it; simply take a bite, smile, note how delicious it is and then let your little one react. To encourage a positive relationship with food, try to avoid pressuring your child or \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/rewarding-picky-eaters/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">offering excessive praise (or any other reward) for eating\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Use a divided plate. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New food might seem less overwhelming when it’s served on a plate with dividers. We recommend starting with this technique but then transitioning away as your toddler adapts—you don’t want them thinking that they can \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">only\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> eat foods that aren’t touching.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Take it slow. \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that it can take up to 15 times for a child to accept a new food. Especially if your toddler is accustomed to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/finger-foods-vs-pouches/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage 3 pouches and purees\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (which tend to be quite sweet), savory flavors and chewier textures may take some extra time. If your little one just won’t eat the greens or won’t touch the meatballs, try a couple more times and then take a few days off. Slow and steady is the best approach!\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more picky eater strategies, check out \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/overcome-picky-eating-3-techniques/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">these three tips on overcoming picky eating\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>After the Meal\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your little one has eaten their fill, give us your feedback on the meal! You can rate each Toddler Meal from 1–5 stars and include additional notes for future reference when you place your next Nurture Life order. In your next box, consider adding a few of your child’s favorite meals from this week along with new meals to try, as we mentioned in the example order above.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don’t throw away the meal packages, either! You can make our\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> healthy toddler meals\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> work even harder by \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/reuse-packaging-crafts/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">repurposing the adorable boxes into drawings, garlands, puppets and more\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Crafting is a great way to get your toddler even more involved in mealtime, building familiarity with wholesome ingredients even when it’s nowhere near lunch or dinner time.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Need more \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">toddler meal ideas \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or picky eating strategies? Reach out to our child nutrition experts at any time by emailing \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"mailto:support@nurturelife.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">support@nurturelife.com\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=introduce-healthy-toddler-meals-20200722\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18083\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy kids meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":231,"__typename":136},{"node":232,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":233,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Introduce-Toddler-Mobile.jpg",{"node":235,"__typename":144},{"id":236,"link":237,"sourceUrl":238,"altText":239,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDoxODQxNA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/introduce-healthy-toddler-meals/introduce-toddler-to-nurture-life-2/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Introduce-Toddler-to-Nurture-Life-2-880x450.jpg","healthy toddler meals",{"nodes":241,"__typename":150},[242,243,244],{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"name":43,"slug":44,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":246,"__typename":153},[247,282,324],{"node":248,"__typename":281},{"id":249,"name":250,"posts":251,"__typename":280},"dGVybTozMzUx","healthy meals for toddlers",{"edges":252,"__typename":279},[253,268],{"node":254,"__typename":267},{"id":255,"slug":256,"categories":257,"title":262,"excerpt":263,"featuredImage":264,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDozMDk2Mw==","toddler-lunch-ideas-daycare-preschool",{"nodes":258,"__typename":150},[259,260,261],{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},{"name":79,"slug":80,"id":78,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},"Toddler Lunch Ideas for Day Care and Preschool","\u003Cp>Packing food for toddlers as they transition into day care or preschool can be daunting. It’s not easy to pack a well-balanced and satisfying meal every day! That’s why we’ve compiled a list of healthy, easy toddler lunch ideas that fulfill your baby’s nutritional needs and keep them full and energized all day. Planning for Success Planning… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/toddler-lunch-ideas-daycare-preschool/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":265,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":266,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/01-Toddler-Lunch-Ideas-for-Day-Care-and-Preschool.jpg","TagToPostConnectionEdge",{"node":269,"__typename":267},{"id":222,"slug":224,"categories":270,"title":223,"excerpt":275,"featuredImage":276,"__typename":176},{"nodes":271,"__typename":150},[272,273,274],{"name":34,"slug":35,"id":33,"__typename":6},{"name":43,"slug":44,"id":42,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},"\u003Cp>The toddler years are packed with milestone after milestone. You’ll see your little one learning how to walk and run, how to string words into phrases and how to push your buttons with their newfound independence. Part of this exciting transition is the move away from baby food to “real” table food—giving your growing toddler… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/introduce-healthy-toddler-meals/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":277,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":278,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Introduce-Toddler-to-Nurture-Life-2.jpg","TagToPostConnection","Tag","PostToTagConnectionEdge",{"node":283,"__typename":281},{"id":284,"name":239,"posts":285,"__typename":280},"dGVybTozMTUx",{"edges":286,"__typename":279},[287,296,310],{"node":288,"__typename":267},{"id":255,"slug":256,"categories":289,"title":262,"excerpt":263,"featuredImage":294,"__typename":176},{"nodes":290,"__typename":150},[291,292,293],{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},{"name":79,"slug":80,"id":78,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},{"node":295,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":266,"__typename":143},{"node":297,"__typename":267},{"id":298,"slug":299,"categories":300,"title":305,"excerpt":306,"featuredImage":307,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoyMDgyOA==","new-kids-meals",{"nodes":301,"__typename":150},[302,303,304],{"name":43,"slug":44,"id":42,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},"Find Your Kid’s New Favorite in Our 6 Brand-New Meals!","\u003Cp>If you’re looking for something to freshen up your weekly meal routine, you and your kids will love what’s new on the Nurture Life menu! We’re thrilled to be releasing six brand-new, oh-so-nutritious meals for toddlers and kids. 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Lara is the owner/founder of FEED—Forming Early Eating Decisions, a nutrition consulting practice specializing in pediatric nutrition and digestive diseases. Lara has over a decade of experience in clinical practice at two of the top ranked pediatric hospitals in the country, Lurie Children’s Hospital and University of Chicago Medical Center. Lara received her B.S. from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and M.S. and dietetic internship from Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. Lara truly enjoys the process of eating (and feeding!), from procuring the ingredients at various grocery stores and farmers markets, to organizing her pantry/refrigerator at home to make it easy to select healthy options, to preparing balanced meals with her children. Whether it be a decadent treat to a hearty, home-cooked meal, there is no greater satisfaction for Lara than enjoying food with her family.",{"url":348,"__typename":165},"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/f9529e44f2106b72c3da8bb75f11fa0d7f564078b974e916a25b5c58e9fa101e?s=96&d=mm&r=g",{"title":350,"metaDesc":351,"opengraphUrl":225,"opengraphTitle":223,"opengraphDescription":351,"opengraphImage":352,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":353,"opengraphModifiedTime":354,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":175},"How to Introduce Healthy Toddler Meals | Nurture Life","Start table food with healthy toddler meals from Nurture Life! Read our simple tips to transition your little one to freshly made, well-balanced meals.",{"sourceUrl":278,"__typename":143},"2020-07-24T19:15:32+00:00","2024-06-20T10:06:49+00:00",{"id":356,"title":357,"slug":358,"link":359,"uri":360,"date":361,"modified":362,"content":363,"featuredImageForMobile":364,"featuredImage":368,"categories":374,"tags":379,"author":476,"seo":482,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxODM2OA==","How to Introduce Your Baby to Nurture Life Finger Foods","introduce-baby-nurture-life","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/introduce-baby-nurture-life/","/blog/introduce-baby-nurture-life/","2020-07-16T17:20:01","2023-11-08T16:31:56","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your baby is gulping down purees in the blink of an eye, trying to grab small chunks of food off the high chair or even reaching longingly for whatever’s on \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> plate, it may be time to introduce finger foods! Use the simple guide below to help transition your baby from smooth purees to Nurture Life’s chunky, colorful and oh-so-delicious \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage 3 baby food\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>What to Order\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?currentPage=1&navItem=baby-10-24-mos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurture Life’s Stage 3 menu\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is full of nutritious, well-balanced, freshly made \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">finger foods for your baby\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and there really is no bad choice on there. If we seem biased, it’s only because we know exactly what’s gone into creating our \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage 3 baby food\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> meals—including input from registered dietitians, infant nutrition experts, parents and (of course!) the world’s most adorable taste testers.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We’ve carefully curated our Finger Food menu to represent the \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> baby food\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> available, packed with \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/stage-3-baby-food-different/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage 3 meals that are purposefully different than what you typically see\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perfectly sized for your baby to practice critical self-feeding skills, including the pincer grasp and hand-eye coordination\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooked to the right texture to encourage chewing (no teeth required!) and help develop key mouth muscles\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well balanced with a thoughtful variety of veggies, proteins and grains\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colorful and exciting for babies to touch, grab, play and explore\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vegetable-focused (not fruit-focused like most baby food!) to help develop palates that don’t only want sweet food \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter which individual meals you order, you’ll know that you’re giving your baby what they need at this critical stage of physical and cognitive development. We often recommend our Finger Foods for babies 10+ months, but be sure to follow your pediatrician’s advice as well as \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/transitioning-baby-finger-foods/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your baby’s own signs of readiness to transition to finger foods\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>Sample Week of Finger Foods for Your Baby\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ordering a full week of meals (one per day) will give you a variety of options to serve your baby.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18369\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-finger-food-schedule-728x1024.jpg\" alt=\"stage 3 baby food\" width=\"728\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-finger-food-schedule-728x1024.jpg 728w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-finger-food-schedule-213x300.jpg 213w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-finger-food-schedule-768x1080.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-finger-food-schedule-1092x1536.jpg 1092w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Weekly-finger-food-schedule.jpg 1138w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 728px) 100vw, 728px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few more helpful notes as you choose what to order for your baby:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can see in the example above, we’d recommend ordering at least a couple of repeat meals so that you can try offering the same foods more than once.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Babies who are just starting to transition to finger foods will still get much of their nutrition from breast milk or formula, so one meal per day is often perfectly adequate. As your baby grows and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/got-milk-transitioning-breast-milk-formula/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">transitions away from breast milk or formula\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can adjust the finger/table foods upward as necessary.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your baby’s transition from Stage 2 purees to more complex finger foods can take time—so even if it seems like it’s not going so well, you \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> doing it right! The more your baby explores new textures, shapes, sizes and colors, the more familiar and accepting they’ll become. \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-freeze-meals-from-nurture-life/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurture Life Finger Foods can be safely frozen\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, so if you end up with too many meals in any given week, they won’t have to go to waste.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>When Your Nurture Life Box Arrives\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your baby may not be able to fully understand what’s coming from Nurture Life, but you can still get them involved and excited through lively explanations and sensory cues! When you receive your \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baby food delivery \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">box, turn the unboxing into a fun game of peekaboo and play. Let your baby hold their food jars while you name the meal and explain the illustration. (Maybe even a little “Moooooo!” when the sweet potato cow comes out of the box?!)\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurture Life Finger Foods are made to order without added preservatives, so be sure to store them in the fridge as soon as you’re done playing together.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=introduce-baby-nurture-life-20200716\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18080\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy baby meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>During Mealtime\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now the fun and experimentation begins:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set your baby up in their high chair.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set the Finger Food in front of them. \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give them the freedom to explore the new food on their own: picking it up, playing with it, smearing it around and, of course, dropping chunks all over the place as they try to master that pincer grasp. (\u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/7-tips-managing-messy-eaters/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And, just in time, here are some tips for managing messy eaters!\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep things low key, letting your baby experience the meal without too much interference, assistance or verbal encouragement. \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/parenting-picky-eaters-no-pressure/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relaxed, playful and pressure-free is the goal\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, both for you and your baby.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Take note of your baby’s reactions. Even if they’ve rejected a particular food once, twice or three times, that just means that a little more exposure and patience are required. It’s totally normal for babies to need some adjustment time, so just don’t give up!\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>After the Meal\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once mealtime is over, use Nurture Life’s meal rating feature to provide feedback on your baby’s meal preferences. You can use the mental notes you took while your baby was trying out the meal to rate it 1–5 stars and add some further notes. We also use your feedback to make sure we’re always delivering the \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best baby food!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you select your next order of Finger Foods, consider reordering some of your baby’s favorites from this round while adding one or two new meals. Serving a balance of accepted and new foods is a great way to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/4-practical-tips-feeding-picky-toddler-new-foods/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">gradually expand a baby’s or toddler’s palate\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">—keeping things moving in the right direction without overwhelming your little one. We offer standby favorites like Pasta Fagioli as well as slightly more adventurous options like housemade Salmon Cakes.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you’re new to Nurture Life, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/how-it-works/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">read more about how our \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baby food subscription\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> service works here\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! We also offer well-balanced meals for the entire family from toddlers to adults. If you have any questions about how to order our freshly made meals or what goes into our wholesome \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage 3 baby food\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recipes, please message us directly at \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"mailto:support@nurturelife.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">support@nurturelife.com\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=introduce-baby-nurture-life-20200716\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-18079\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy baby meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":365,"__typename":136},{"node":366,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":367,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/How-to-introduce-your-baby-to-Nurture-Life-baby-food-mobile.jpg",{"node":369,"__typename":144},{"id":370,"link":371,"sourceUrl":372,"altText":373,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDoxODM3MA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/introduce-baby-nurture-life/how-to-introduce-your-baby-to-nurture-life-finger-foods-header/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/How-to-introduce-your-baby-to-Nurture-Life-finger-foods-header-880x450.jpg","stage 3 baby food",{"nodes":375,"__typename":150},[376,377,378],{"name":25,"slug":26,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"name":43,"slug":44,"__typename":6},{"edges":380,"__typename":153},[381,425,453],{"node":382,"__typename":281},{"id":383,"name":384,"posts":385,"__typename":280},"dGVybToxNjQ4","baby food delivery",{"edges":386,"__typename":279},[387,401,414],{"node":388,"__typename":267},{"id":389,"slug":390,"categories":391,"title":396,"excerpt":397,"featuredImage":398,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxODk3Mg==","baby-led-weaning",{"nodes":392,"__typename":150},[393,394,395],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},{"name":106,"slug":107,"id":105,"__typename":6},"What Is Baby-Led Weaning, and Is It Right For Your Baby?","\u003Cp>If you’re in the google-frenzied days of young parenthood, you’ve likely come across the phrase “baby-led weaning” at some point in your late-night internet searching. You may have stumbled upon it on social media or even have friends who swear by it. But what is baby-led weaning, exactly? And more importantly, is it the right… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/baby-led-weaning/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":399,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":400,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BLW-header.jpg",{"node":402,"__typename":267},{"id":403,"slug":404,"categories":405,"title":409,"excerpt":410,"featuredImage":411,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxODM3Mw==","finger-foods-vs-pouches",{"nodes":406,"__typename":150},[407,408],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},"Stage 3 Baby Food: Why Experts Recommend Finger Foods Over Pouches","\u003Cp>When babies reach the age for Stage 3 baby food, parent life becomes a whirlwind—as if it wasn’t already! Newly active and extra-curious, babies at 10+ months are beginning to assert their independence and to transition from an all-milk/formula diet to one that incorporates real foods. Tasked with finding a new source of nutrients, many… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/finger-foods-vs-pouches/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":412,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":413,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Pouch-Header.jpg",{"node":415,"__typename":267},{"id":356,"slug":358,"categories":416,"title":357,"excerpt":421,"featuredImage":422,"__typename":176},{"nodes":417,"__typename":150},[418,419,420],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"id":33,"__typename":6},{"name":43,"slug":44,"id":42,"__typename":6},"\u003Cp>If your baby is gulping down purees in the blink of an eye, trying to grab small chunks of food off the high chair or even reaching longingly for whatever’s on your plate, it may be time to introduce finger foods! Use the simple guide below to help transition your baby from smooth purees to… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/introduce-baby-nurture-life/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":423,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":424,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/How-to-introduce-your-baby-to-Nurture-Life-finger-foods-header.jpg",{"node":426,"__typename":281},{"id":427,"name":428,"posts":429,"__typename":280},"dGVybTozMzI2","baby food subscription",{"edges":430,"__typename":279},[431,444],{"node":432,"__typename":267},{"id":433,"slug":434,"categories":435,"title":439,"excerpt":440,"featuredImage":441,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxODY1NA==","new-finger-foods",{"nodes":436,"__typename":150},[437,438],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":43,"slug":44,"id":42,"__typename":6},"4 New Finger Foods Just in Time for Spring","\u003Cp>Spring’s here, and so are four new Finger Foods on the Nurture Life baby and kid menu! As always, these little jars serve up a whole lot of flavor (specially chosen for a baby’s newly developing palate!), along with essential nutrients for this critical developmental stage. 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Read our tips on transitioning to Nurture Life’s balanced & developmentally appropriate Finger Foods.",{"sourceUrl":424,"__typename":143},"2020-07-16T17:20:01+00:00","2023-11-08T16:31:56+00:00",{"id":489,"title":490,"slug":491,"link":492,"uri":493,"date":494,"modified":495,"content":496,"featuredImageForMobile":497,"featuredImage":501,"categories":507,"tags":514,"author":595,"seo":605,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxNzYzMw==","How to Create a Sense of Normalcy for Your Kids During Coronavirus","create-sense-normalcy-kids-coronavirus","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/create-sense-normalcy-kids-coronavirus/","/blog/create-sense-normalcy-kids-coronavirus/","2020-03-17T18:34:29","2024-07-11T14:11:22","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A normal routine—just a few weeks ago, most parents would know exactly what that meant for their family. From scheduled school or daycare dropoff to established mealtime expectations, we all had our rhythm, even if it didn’t always go as planned. But with COVID-19 and newfound expectations for \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">social distancing\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, families everywhere are being forced to not only alter, but completely upend their standard routines. Schools have closed, public places have shut down and parents are wondering what to do with children when all sense of structure has been stripped from their lives.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As parents, we are facing the same strains as you as we figure out how to create a new routine during \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coronavirus\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And because we ourselves are feeling a bit at a loss right now, we wanted to help bring the community together with some comfort and guidance. While nothing about this time is “normal,” we can all start to feel a bit more safe and settled if we set new structures to our day.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some simple steps you can take to establish some stability in your life as we get through this together:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>1. Get the Family on the Same Page\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the age of your child, there are going to be different levels of confusion and frustration around the change in routine. But no matter how old they are, you can make the transition easier by taking a moment to reassure your child and answer any questions they might have about \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coronavirus\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Tell them that most people who catch this sickness stay home, rest and get better, but that we need to do our part to help make sure more people don’t get sick. Here are direct dialogue starters to help explain common \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coronavirus\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> concepts in a context that they understand so you can get the whole household on the same page and practicing healthy habits:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cb>Hand Washing: \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">“\u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let’s wash our hands together! It’s more fun when we sing Happy Birthday while we do it—and it can help all of us stay healthy!\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">”\u003C/span>\u003C/b>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Cough & Sneeze Covering:\u003C/strong> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">“\u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Look! Our elbows are the perfect shape for catching a cough! Let’s practice giving our coughs a home in our elbow so we can keep germs out of the air and make our whole family safer.\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">”\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Social Distancing:\u003C/strong> \u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">“Germs are bad and like to spread, and if we stay home, we can be like superheroes and stop them from spreading! This will help people like Grandma stay safe and help doctors and nurses have more time to help people who are already sick.”\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For young children, we also like this \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.flipsnack.com/KeshetChicago/coronavirus-social-story/full-view.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coronavirus\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> story book\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that provides simple context for the sickness. While they may not entirely understand what is going on, this gives them a framework to comprehend these temporary changes in their routine.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>2. Figure Out a Reliable Food Situation\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As Americans, we’re used to the supermarket life where grocery shelves are always stocked and options seem endless. But if you’ve been to a grocery store in the last few days, you may have found a completely alien site—empty shelves, ghostly freezers and long lines as people frantically purchase the last onions and canned tomatoes in sight. People are stocking up, and it hasn’t made this whole routine switch particularly easy for parents.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Staying healthy and sane in this time relies largely on knowing you can get nutritious food for your family, so at Nurture Life, we’ve been working extra hard to make sure we continue delivering meals on time. Each meal is made fresh and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-freeze-meals-from-nurture-life/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">freezes easily\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> so you can ensure your kid is getting \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nutritious meals\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> no matter how empty grocery shelves get. With a focus on organic produce, antibiotic-free proteins and whole grains, we’re providing balance on their plate at a time when healthy eating is more important than ever. We also offer Family Meal Mains and Sides so that parents can feed themselves or share an easy meal with the whole family.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you’re lucky enough to live in an area with a stocked-up grocery store, consider using our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/nutritious-fridge-freezer-pantry-essentials/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fridge, freezer and pantry essentials list\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to build up a solid and nutritious kitchen base. We’re not encouraging panic or frozen veggies hoarding—but having the essentials on hand is always a good idea as you settle into new normals.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=normalcy-during-coronavirus-20200317\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18083 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy kids meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>3. Keep the Learning Going\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While some schools are offering online assignments and learning activities as they close, most are not offering the same structure as they would be in a standard school day. Thankfully many online education companies are stepping up and offering free subscriptions to help keep kids learning. Here is an \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/135609/list-of-education-companies-offering-free-subscriptions/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">entire list of these education subscriptions\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When your kids need a break from looking at a screen, you can also keep their minds expanding with \u003C/span>\u003Cb>podcasts made just for kids\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.bestrobotever.com/pants-on-fire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pants on Fire\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> features kids versus adults in a game show that helps teach kids to weigh evidence and come to conclusions through insightful questions.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510321/wow-in-the-world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wow in the World\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> focuses on science and technology by guiding kids on a journey that opens up the world around them.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.npr.org/podcasts/474377890/but-why-a-podcast-for-curious-kids\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But Why?\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dives deep into real questions from kids, tackling big and small topics worth exploring. \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>4. Create a New Routine\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On any given day, a small change in your routine might cause utter chaos in your household. Drop your coffee, and suddenly you’re 30 minutes behind schedule, everyone is screaming and one of your kids has their pants on their head. But with \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coronavirus\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we’ve all had to face not just one routine change, but a complete upheaval.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As many of us face school closures and learn to manage having our children home on a consistent basis, we’re looking for new ways to keep our kids occupied for both their sanity and our own.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below we’ve laid out an example schedule for families looking for structure now that their school-aged children are home.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-17634\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/covid-19-schedule-2@2000x-100-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"covid-19 daily schedule for kids\" width=\"1517\" height=\"2560\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/covid-19-schedule-2@2000x-100-scaled.jpg 1517w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/covid-19-schedule-2@2000x-100-178x300.jpg 178w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/covid-19-schedule-2@2000x-100-607x1024.jpg 607w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/covid-19-schedule-2@2000x-100-768x1296.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/covid-19-schedule-2@2000x-100-910x1536.jpg 910w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/covid-19-schedule-2@2000x-100-1214x2048.jpg 1214w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/covid-19-schedule-2@2000x-100-1200x2025.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1517px) 100vw, 1517px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>5. Explore Engaging New Activities (Inside and Outside!)\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While some of us may be creative geniuses that always have a craft and activity up our sleeves, many of us struggle to find new things to keep our kids entertained, especially in a time when they’re at home more than ever before. Here are some of our favorite blogs with engaging activities for all ages:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/10-fun-ways-enjoy-winter-inside/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10 Fun Activities to Enjoy Inside\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: From time capsules to dance parties, there are plenty of ways to keep it creative indoors.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/easy-cardboard-box-crafts-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy Cardboard Crafts for Kids of All Ages\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: You’ll likely have a few more cardboard boxes laying around as we stay at home and get more things delivered. Use those extra boxes to help inspire creativity!\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/18-outdoor-activities-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18 Outdoor Activities for Kids\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Just because you can’t go to playgrounds doesn’t mean the outdoors are off limits. Give your kids some fresh air with these outdoor activities.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coronavirus might have thrown our normal routines out the door, but we can get through this by giving ourselves and our families some new structure. We’d love to hear how we can continue supporting you in these uncertain times—whether it’s more content like this or through our nutritious kids meals, we’re here to help. Reach out to us at \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"mailto:support@nurturelife.com\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">support@nurturelife.com\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or call 877.988.8851.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=normalcy-during-coronavirus-20200317\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18081 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Bolo-and-Finger-Foods-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy kids meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Bolo-and-Finger-Foods-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Bolo-and-Finger-Foods-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Bolo-and-Finger-Foods-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Bolo-and-Finger-Foods.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":498,"__typename":136},{"node":499,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":500,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/mobile.jpg",{"node":502,"__typename":144},{"id":503,"link":504,"sourceUrl":505,"altText":506,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDoxNzYzNQ==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/create-sense-normalcy-kids-coronavirus/desktop-header-6/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/desktop-header-880x495.jpg","parenting during coronavirus",{"nodes":508,"__typename":150},[509,510,511,512,513],{"name":8,"slug":9,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":515,"__typename":153},[516,547,571],{"node":517,"__typename":281},{"id":518,"name":519,"posts":520,"__typename":280},"dGVybToyNzIx","coronavirus",{"edges":521,"__typename":279},[522,534],{"node":523,"__typename":267},{"id":524,"slug":525,"categories":526,"title":529,"excerpt":530,"featuredImage":531,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxNzYzOA==","keep-your-family-healthy-covid-19",{"nodes":527,"__typename":150},[528],{"name":43,"slug":44,"id":42,"__typename":6},"Doing Our Part To Keep Your Family Healthy Amidst COVID-19","\u003Cp>We founded Nurture Life with the mission to deliver a healthier world through better nutrition for our kids, and nothing is more important to us than the safety and well being of the children, families and team members we serve. Each week, you welcome us into your home and allow us to help you nourish… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/keep-your-family-healthy-covid-19/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":532,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":533,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/desktop-header-1.jpg",{"node":535,"__typename":267},{"id":489,"slug":491,"categories":536,"title":490,"excerpt":543,"featuredImage":544,"__typename":176},{"nodes":537,"__typename":150},[538,539,540,541,542],{"name":8,"slug":9,"id":7,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"id":33,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},"\u003Cp>A normal routine—just a few weeks ago, most parents would know exactly what that meant for their family. From scheduled school or daycare dropoff to established mealtime expectations, we all had our rhythm, even if it didn’t always go as planned. But with COVID-19 and newfound expectations for social distancing, families everywhere are being forced… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/create-sense-normalcy-kids-coronavirus/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":545,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":546,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/desktop-header.jpg",{"node":548,"__typename":281},{"id":549,"name":550,"posts":551,"__typename":280},"dGVybToyNzI1","food shortage should we stock up on food",{"edges":552,"__typename":279},[553,560],{"node":554,"__typename":267},{"id":524,"slug":525,"categories":555,"title":529,"excerpt":530,"featuredImage":558,"__typename":176},{"nodes":556,"__typename":150},[557],{"name":43,"slug":44,"id":42,"__typename":6},{"node":559,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":533,"__typename":143},{"node":561,"__typename":267},{"id":489,"slug":491,"categories":562,"title":490,"excerpt":543,"featuredImage":569,"__typename":176},{"nodes":563,"__typename":150},[564,565,566,567,568],{"name":8,"slug":9,"id":7,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"id":33,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},{"node":570,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":546,"__typename":143},{"node":572,"__typename":281},{"id":573,"name":574,"posts":575,"__typename":280},"dGVybToyNzI0","food shortages coronavirus",{"edges":576,"__typename":279},[577,584],{"node":578,"__typename":267},{"id":524,"slug":525,"categories":579,"title":529,"excerpt":530,"featuredImage":582,"__typename":176},{"nodes":580,"__typename":150},[581],{"name":43,"slug":44,"id":42,"__typename":6},{"node":583,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":533,"__typename":143},{"node":585,"__typename":267},{"id":489,"slug":491,"categories":586,"title":490,"excerpt":543,"featuredImage":593,"__typename":176},{"nodes":587,"__typename":150},[588,589,590,591,592],{"name":8,"slug":9,"id":7,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"id":33,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},{"node":594,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":546,"__typename":143},{"node":596,"__typename":167},{"authorMeta":597,"name":601,"description":602,"avatar":603,"__typename":166},{"avatar":598,"__typename":161},{"node":599,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":600,"altText":601,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/img38@2x.jpg","Jennifer Chow","Jennifer is a lifelong foodie and mother of two little boys whose passion for helping families through childhood nutrition led her to start Nurture Life. As she works towards setting a new standard for the kids food industry, Jennifer focuses on new product development and innovation, customer experience and strategy. Prior to Nurture Life, Jennifer spent 17 years in marketing and product development in the technology industry, most recently as vice president of marketing at a high-growth, cloud platform startup. She previously ran marketing at a media software company and cleantech company. Jennifer holds a B.S. in Economics and MBA from The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania.",{"url":604,"__typename":165},"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/1ceaad3cc7a239c5206125c793809ec61b066ed649d8ff7605bf9c9193e54c10?s=96&d=mm&r=g",{"title":606,"metaDesc":607,"opengraphUrl":492,"opengraphTitle":490,"opengraphDescription":607,"opengraphImage":608,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":609,"opengraphModifiedTime":610,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":175},"How to Create Normalcy for Kids During COVID-19","Establish stability and normalcy in your life as we get through coronavirus together—activities, food suggestions, and more while your kids are at home.",{"sourceUrl":546,"__typename":143},"2020-03-17T18:34:29+00:00","2024-07-11T14:11:22+00:00",{"id":612,"title":613,"slug":614,"link":615,"uri":616,"date":617,"modified":618,"content":619,"featuredImageForMobile":620,"featuredImage":621,"categories":626,"tags":633,"author":703,"seo":709,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxNzAzNA==","Time Management Apps for Busy Parents","time-management-apps-busy-parents","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/time-management-apps-busy-parents/","/blog/time-management-apps-busy-parents/","2020-02-06T12:34:47","2024-06-17T18:14:56","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being a parent means being busy. Of course, it also means lots of love, excitement and joy…but on the day to day, “busy” (or maybe even “hectic”!) is probably an accurate description. As you run from school dropoff to work meetings or errands and on to after-school activities or nightly routines, your days can feel impossibly full.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To help you gain a little more control over your family’s time, we surveyed the parents of Nurture Life and friends to learn which \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">time management apps\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> they rely on the most. Check out these apps for yourself to reduce all that tedious stuff and get more meaningful time together.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Family-Friendly \u003C/b>\u003Cb>Time Management Apps \u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>1. Cloud-Based Family Calendars\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A great (and free) way to keep track of a jam-packed schedule is \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://support.google.com/families/answer/7157782\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Google Calendars\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can create a private calendar, invite the whole family and set different access privileges for each member, like “view-only” for the kids. You can easily share your calendar with your nanny, babysitter or extended family members to help with weekly scheduling or in case of emergency.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want a more dedicated (but paid) time management app, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.cozi.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Cozi\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is another family calendar with some snazzy add-ons for grocery lists, meal planning and even family journaling.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>2. Shareable Shopping Lists\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.outofmilk.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Out of Milk\u003C/b>\u003C/a> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.ourgroceries.com/overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>OurGroceries\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are two shopping list favorites of the Nurture Life team. Both apps work in the same basic way: every family member downloads the app and can add grocery items to a shared list. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can create multiple lists for different kinds of errand runs (like Target vs. Whole Foods) and can even scan barcodes of specific products for automated entry. Since it’s cloud-based, you won’t have to worry about forgetting the grocery list at home!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don’t want to add a specific app just for groceries? Consider using a more multi-purpose shareable note app like \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://evernote.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Evernote\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>3. Family Meal Planning\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Between your own commitments and your kids’ activities, it’s sometimes hard to even make it to the grocery store—let alone actually plan, prep and cook healthy meals. Try out these apps to cut down the stress of feeding your family:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cb>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.lalalunchbox.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LaLa Lunchbox\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This adorable app is a great way to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/overcome-picky-eating-involving-child/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">get your kids involved with meals\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! Your little one chooses wholesome foods to feed the app’s hungry monster and fill their own real-life lunch box.\u003C/span>\u003C/b>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.paprikaapp.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Paprika\u003C/a>\u003C/strong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Find \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/10-kid-friendly-meals-picky-eaters-dinnertime/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kid-friendly meal ideas\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and recipes anywhere online, automatically upload the ingredients to a shopping list, and add them to your weekly meal plan.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.mealboard.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MealBoard\u003C/a>\u003C/strong>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Track \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/nutritious-fridge-freezer-pantry-essentials/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what’s in your fridge, freezer and pantry\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and automatically generate shopping lists and meal plans using those ingredients.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of course, we can’t mention family meal planning without bringing up \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=heatable-meals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Nurture Life’s ready-to-eat kids’ meals\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! We deliver wholesome, freshly made meals for kids. You can feel good about what’s for lunch or dinner, with no more prep than a few minutes in the microwave.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18083 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy kids meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>4. Email Scheduling\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever been sitting in the middle of a conference call, only to remember that you absolutely \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">have\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to email the pediatrician by the end of the week? \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.boomeranggmail.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Boomerang for Gmail\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a super-helpful email extension that lets you write emails now and schedule them for automatic sending at a later date. It also uses “nudges” to remind you to follow up on emails that haven’t received a reply.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whenever you happen to find a few minutes alone (hello, naptime!), you can go ahead and schedule your upcoming emails: birthday messages, work memos, dentist/doctor appointments or PTA updates.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>5. Task/Chore Managers\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chore apps make it easier to manage your family’s household tasks. Like good old-fashioned posters or dry-erase whiteboards, these apps clearly show who is responsible for what and when:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/ChorePad/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Chore Pad\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Customize a kid-friendly \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">time management chart\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and give “stickers” for chores well done.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.homeyapp.net/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Homey\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Snap photos of chores to be done and award allowance for tasks completed.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.smoresup.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>S’moresUp\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Set recurring tasks with automatic reminders and compete to be the family chore leader.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although it’s not exactly a chore manager, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://apps.apple.com/us/app/visual-countdown-timer/id541364004\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Visual Countdown Timer\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is another helpful app for completing chores. It uses pictures and music to help younger kids visualize time passing and get them excited about beating the clock.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>How to Make \u003C/b>\u003Cb>Time Management Apps\u003C/b>\u003Cb> Work for Your Family\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time management apps\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be incredibly helpful, but like any technology, they’re most effective when combined with real-life strategies and conversations. Below are a few extra \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">time management tips\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for getting these apps to stick.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>1. Talk About Time Management.\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best ways to approach family time management is to get your kids on board. Instead of just teaching kids \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to improve time management\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with apps, take the time to explain the \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">why. \u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even young kids can gain a good understanding of time and priorities.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try talking to your kids about:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why it’s important to prioritize tasks \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to categorize tasks based on importance\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to estimate how long certain tasks will take (e.g., How long does brushing our teeth really take? Getting dressed for school? Making our beds?)\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The importance of communicating with each other and asking for help when necessary\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>2. Stick to a General Routine.\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From waking up to reading at bedtime, a regular routine helps kids know what to expect each day. Your \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">daily schedule for kids\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can definitely be flexible based on whatever’s going on in your lives, but try to maintain some kind of basic order to the day. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting the routine can be a fun exercise for the whole family, too! Talk to your kids about their preferences for morning, evening and weekend routines so they feel invested and included.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>3. Help Your Kids Help Themselves.\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even the best chore app in the world won’t work if your kids don’t know how to do things on their own. To make the entire family’s routine easier, invest some time upfront teaching your kids how to accomplish tasks independently. For example, depending on their age, you might show them:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where the cleaning supplies are kept and how to use them\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to make their own \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/10-healthy-snacks-keep-in-your-kitchen/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">healthy snacks\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to pack their own lunches\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to do if the trash is full\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How much to feed the family dog or cat\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where to put away their toys, art supplies or clothes\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to use your family calendar or chore app\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also make a few \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/kitchen-organization-ideas-making-kid-friendly/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kid-friendly organization tweaks\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, like a low pantry shelf or a floor-level toy compartment, so that everything has its own place and is easily accessible to your kids.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For even more advice, check out our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/5-time-management-tips-for-busy-parents/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">post on \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">time management tips for parents\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! If you have any questions about incorporating Nurture Life meals into a more convenient family routine, contact our child nutrition experts at \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"mailto:support@nurturelife.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">support@nurturelife.com\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menu/toddler-meals/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=time-management-apps-20200206\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18084 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"meals for picky eaters\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":136},{"node":622,"__typename":144},{"id":623,"link":624,"sourceUrl":625,"altText":613,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDoxNzAzNg==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/nurture-life-3-15-18-by-rose-photo053/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Nurture-Life-3-15-18-by-Rose-Photo053-1-880x544.png",{"nodes":627,"__typename":150},[628,629,630,631,632],{"name":25,"slug":26,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":634,"__typename":153},[635,669,686],{"node":636,"__typename":281},{"id":637,"name":638,"posts":639,"__typename":280},"dGVybToyNDIx","daily schedule for kids",{"edges":640,"__typename":279},[641,656],{"node":642,"__typename":267},{"id":643,"slug":644,"categories":645,"title":651,"excerpt":652,"featuredImage":653,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxNzcxOA==","daily-schedule-kids",{"nodes":646,"__typename":150},[647,648,649,650],{"name":8,"slug":9,"id":7,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":106,"slug":107,"id":105,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},"Build a Daily Schedule for Kids","\u003Cp>Even under normal circumstances, kids of all ages benefit from routine. 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As you run from school dropoff to work meetings or errands and on to after-school activities or nightly routines, your days can feel… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/time-management-apps-busy-parents/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":667,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":668,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Nurture-Life-3-15-18-by-Rose-Photo053-1-scaled.png",{"node":670,"__typename":281},{"id":671,"name":672,"posts":673,"__typename":280},"dGVybToyNDIz","how to improve time management",{"edges":674,"__typename":279},[675],{"node":676,"__typename":267},{"id":612,"slug":614,"categories":677,"title":613,"excerpt":665,"featuredImage":684,"__typename":176},{"nodes":678,"__typename":150},[679,680,681,682,683],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"id":33,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},{"node":685,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":668,"__typename":143},{"node":687,"__typename":281},{"id":688,"name":689,"posts":690,"__typename":280},"dGVybToyNDMw","time management apps",{"edges":691,"__typename":279},[692],{"node":693,"__typename":267},{"id":612,"slug":614,"categories":694,"title":613,"excerpt":665,"featuredImage":701,"__typename":176},{"nodes":695,"__typename":150},[696,697,698,699,700],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"id":33,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"id":114,"__typename":6},{"node":702,"__typename":144},{"sourceUrl":668,"__typename":143},{"node":704,"__typename":167},{"authorMeta":705,"name":210,"description":211,"avatar":708,"__typename":166},{"avatar":706,"__typename":161},{"node":707,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":208,"altText":209,"__typename":143},{"url":213,"__typename":165},{"title":710,"metaDesc":711,"opengraphUrl":615,"opengraphTitle":613,"opengraphDescription":711,"opengraphImage":17,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":712,"opengraphModifiedTime":713,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":175},"Time Management Apps for Busy Parents | Nurture Life","Struggling to balance your family’s busy schedule? Check out a dozen recommendations for family-friendly time management apps.","2020-02-06T18:34:47+00:00","2024-06-17T18:14:56+00:00",{"id":715,"title":716,"slug":717,"link":718,"uri":719,"date":720,"modified":721,"content":722,"featuredImageForMobile":723,"featuredImage":724,"categories":730,"tags":736,"author":738,"seo":748,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDoxNTQ1OA==","15 School-Day Breakfast Ideas for Kids","15-breakfast-ideas-for-kids","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/15-breakfast-ideas-for-kids/","/blog/15-breakfast-ideas-for-kids/","2019-08-23T11:46:02","2023-12-11T17:06:17","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For most families, school days mean fast-paced (some of us might even say \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">“hectic”\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) efforts to get everyone out the door on time. But limited time doesn’t have to mean limited nutrition!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From medium-prep to low-prep to no-prep, we’ve got 15 balanced \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breakfast ideas for kids\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">—quick enough for school days and nutritious enough to power a full morning of class, friends and play.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=site&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=breakfast-ideas-for-kids-20190823\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-30603 size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CTA-template-UPDATE-1-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CTA-template-UPDATE-1-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CTA-template-UPDATE-1-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CTA-template-UPDATE-1-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CTA-template-UPDATE-1-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CTA-template-UPDATE-1-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CTA-template-UPDATE-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>5 Medium-Prep \u003C/b>\u003Cb>School Breakfast Ideas\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The following meals require some advance preparation, but once they’re made, they’re easy to heat up and serve on a tight schedule.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>1. Oatmeal Morning Muffins\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Made from fruit, oats, eggs and milk, these \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://feednutrition.com/recipe/strawberry-banana-oat-muffins/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">strawberry-banana muffins\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are a nutritious alternative to donuts or other artificially sweetened baked goods. Requiring just a few minutes of mixing and about 25 minutes in the oven, these muffins can be thrown together on a weekend afternoon.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>2. Homemade Granola Bars\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By using dates to cut down on added sweeteners and nut butter to bind ingredients together, these simple \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://minimalistbaker.com/healthy-5-ingredient-granola-bars/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">homemade granola bars\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer a healthier take on many store-bought options with the convenience of no baking necessary. Just mix the ingredients together, refrigerate and cut into bars. Serve with Greek yogurt and fruit for a well-balanced breakfast.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>3. Egg Cups\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://feednutrition.com/recipe/southwestern-egg-cups/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adorable egg cups\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are filled with antioxidants from spinach and red bell pepper, along with a helping of potassium, calcium and protein from eggs and potatoes. After a quick saute and a 25-minute bake session, you’ll have plenty of egg cups for the coming week.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>4. Breakfast Burritos\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make your own house special burrito by scrambling eggs with mushrooms, onions, bell peppers or any other veggies your kids like. Top with cheese and salsa, wrap in a whole wheat tortilla and serve! \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond the yum factor, breakfast burritos are one of our favorite make-ahead \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">breakfast ideas for kids\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because they’re so easy to portion. Prepare an extra-large batch and then freeze individual burritos in aluminum foil for your kids to unwrap, microwave and eat on the go.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>5. Hard Boiled Eggs\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hard boiled eggs are great for quick breakfasts because they keep well in the fridge and can be served with almost anything. We like to pair them with whole wheat English muffins and fresh fruit on the side.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>6 Low-Prep \u003C/b>\u003Cb>Breakfast Ideas for Kids\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school-day breakfast ideas\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be ready in just a few minutes without compromising on balanced nutrition.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>1. Slow-Cooked Oatmeal\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.wellplated.com/overnight-steel-cut-oats/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slow-cooked oatmeal\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> does require a bit of set-up the night before, but then it’ll be ready to serve with no extra work in the morning. Load up your crock pot with steel cut oats and your choice of fruit and spices (we love bananas and cinnamon!), and then cook on low for 7–8 hours overnight.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>2. Yogurt Parfait \u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As long as you have the ingredients in the fridge, this \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">back-to-school breakfast\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be ready in minutes! Fill a bowl with plain Greek yogurt and sprinkle with your kids’ favorite toppings:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fresh fruit like berries, bananas or mangoes\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unsweetened coconut flakes\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chia seeds\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homemade granola\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chopped almonds, pistachios or other nuts\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We also love swirling extra flavor into our yogurt with Nurture Life’s Stage 2 baby purees! This \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/kids-meal-delivery-hacks/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fun Nurture Life hack\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> adds some color, flavor and nutrients without any added sugar. We especially love naturally sweeter flavors like \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menu/baby-food/#meal-44-anjou-pear-apricot-and-deglet-date\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anjou Pear, Apricot & Deglet Date\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menu/baby-food/#meal-504-blackberry-apple-and-chia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blackberry, Apple & Chia\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>3. Breakfast Scramble\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This quick stovetop recipe works for just about any leftovers you have, whether it’s meat, potatoes or veggies. Just toss them in a skillet, add some fresh bell peppers or onions, sauté and top with two eggs.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>4. Smoothies\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Smoothies are one of the most versatile of all \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school day breakfast ideas\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In a blender, add any combination of frozen fruit or veggies, pour in milk or alternative dairy and blend until smooth. For a heartier meal, add some protein-rich Greek yogurt, heart-healthy chia seeds or whole grain raw oats.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>5. Egg-in-a-Hole\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kick off your kid’s day right with this adorable egg-in-a-hole! Simply cut a hole in the center of whole wheat toast, crack an egg and grill or bake until the egg is set. Serve alongside fresh fruit and Greek yogurt for a balanced meal.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>6. Overnight Oats\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://kristineskitchenblog.com/strawberry-chia-overnight-oats/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">overnight oats recipe\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is as simple as combine, refrigerate and go. The night before serving, mix Greek yogurt, milk, chia seeds and oats in a covered container. Stir well, let sit overnight in the fridge and serve cold the next morning. For extra simplicity, use a jar that lets your kid easily take it on-the-go!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>4 No-Prep \u003C/b>\u003Cb>Back-to-School Breakfast\u003C/b>\u003Cb> Ideas\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There’s nothing better than no prep, especially on busy school day mornings! These grab-and-go breakfasts are perfect for days with early sports practice or other extracurriculars.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>1. Breakfast Bars\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-packaged breakfast bars are one of the fastest \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school breakfast ideas\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but it definitely helps to be choosy. We’re fans of \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/stores/page/3963ED25-FF98-45F9-B72E-84E92BA6D8FE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple Squares\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but you can opt for any brand that has minimally processed ingredients and little to no added salt or sugar. For a helping of probiotics, serve your kid’s breakfast bar with a kefir drink.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>2. Nurture Life Frittata with Cinnamon French Toast\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-15460\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/frittata-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"breakfast ideas for kids\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a fresh-outta-the oven feel to your little one’s breakfast, try \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menu/kid-meals/#meal-450-frittata-with-cinnamon-french-toast\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurture Life’s Frittata with Cinnamon French Toast\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Just pop this ready-to-eat kids meal in the microwave for 3 minutes, and you’ll have a sweet and savory delight that’s perfectly portioned and deliciously wholesome.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>3. Banana Burrito\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For this fruit-based breakfast burrito, smear peanut butter (or an \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/top-7-kid-approved-peanut-butter-alternatives/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">alternative nut butter\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) onto a whole wheat tortilla, add a peeled whole banana and roll it up.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this recipe does require a tiny bit of prep, it \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> be no-prep for the parents! Since it requires no cooking, it’s one of our favorite \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">easy breakfast ideas for kids to make\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on their own. Just be sure to leave the ingredients on \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/kitchen-organization-ideas-making-kid-friendly/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your kids’ dedicated pantry shelves\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and keep a kid-safe kitchen knife accessible for smearing the nut butter.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>4. Instant Oatmeal\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant oatmeal cups, like \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.bobsredmill.com/shop/oats/cups.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI58yL65GH4wIVCMJkCh2YCgq5EAAYASAAEgI6_vD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">these ones from Bob’s Red Mill\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, can be ready to eat in just a few minutes. Simply add milk, heat in the microwave and top with fresh berries or any other quick toppings from the fridge or pantry.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We’ve tried these breakfast ideas ourselves and can happily say that \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">back-to-school breakfas\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">t has never been easier! To help your family adjust to the school year, check out a few more of our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/easy-back-school-routine-tips-parents/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">simple back-to-school routine tips\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or reach out to our child nutrition team at \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"mailto:suppport@nurturelife.com\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">support@nurturelife.com\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=site&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=breakfast-ideas-for-kids-20190823\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18083 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy kids meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Green-Box.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":136},{"node":725,"__typename":144},{"id":726,"link":727,"sourceUrl":728,"altText":729,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDoxNTQ1OQ==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/header-46/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/header-3-1-880x544.jpg","breakfast ideas for kids",{"nodes":731,"__typename":150},[732,733,734,735],{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":79,"slug":80,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":737,"__typename":153},[],{"node":739,"__typename":167},{"authorMeta":740,"name":744,"description":745,"avatar":746,"__typename":166},{"avatar":741,"__typename":161},{"node":742,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":743,"altText":19,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/RJ-Bio.jpg","Rachael Janas","Rachael joined the Nurture Life team as the Marketing Production & QA Manager. From menu design to nutrient analysis, she covers all things food. Rachael is a Registered and Licensed Dietitian with a strong foundation in clinical nutrition and a keen interest in nutritious food with phenomenal flavor. Her passion for incorporating whole foods and creative cuisine while focusing on age-specific nutrient needs of children is essential to Nurture Life’s menu design. Rachael has been practicing dietetics since 2011, with the bulk of her experience in clinical nutrition at Loyola Medical Center, specializing in patients with cystic fibrosis as well as critical care nutrition related to lung disease and lung transplant. She also has experience in cardiac health and nutrition during pregnancy. Rachael received her B.S. from Saint Louis University in Missouri and completed a dietetic internship with Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Rachael’s interests include creative cooking at home, using a variety of ingredients, spices and herbs for a unique meal each night. She truly believes nutrition and food should be enjoyable and that all food can  be enjoyed in moderation.",{"url":747,"__typename":165},"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/5842580e2c2e4c872f22b8ae6542dd5c3f15a04ef97e8f4bfc9860a1ab2d4994?s=96&d=mm&r=g",{"title":749,"metaDesc":750,"opengraphUrl":718,"opengraphTitle":716,"opengraphDescription":750,"opengraphImage":751,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":753,"opengraphModifiedTime":754,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":175},"15 School-Day Breakfast Ideas for Kids | Nurture Life","Try our back-to-school breakfasts! These quick and easy breakfast ideas for kids get an A+ for nutrition, convenience and deliciousness.",{"sourceUrl":752,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/header-3-1.jpg","2019-08-23T16:46:02+00:00","2023-12-11T17:06:17+00:00",{"id":756,"title":757,"slug":758,"link":759,"uri":760,"date":761,"modified":762,"content":763,"featuredImageForMobile":764,"featuredImage":765,"categories":770,"tags":774,"author":776,"seo":782,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDo5MDIw","DIY Baby Proofing Your Home","diy-baby-proofing-your-home","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/diy-baby-proofing-your-home/","/blog/diy-baby-proofing-your-home/","2018-04-03T17:26:32","2020-07-01T17:21:37","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most monumental and joyful times in your baby’s life is when they first learn to crawl and, shortly thereafter, walk. It’s exciting to watch your little one learn to get around on their own, from those first teetering steps to their confident walking, skipping and jumping.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Watching your baby learn to be mobile will bring wonderful memories but can also be a bit stressful, at least at first. Everyday items in your home now seem a bit more precarious when it comes to your toddling baby. You can give yourself peace of mind by thoughtfully baby proofing your home. By preparing for spills and tumbles, your baby will be safer as they navigate finding their balance and remaining upright. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how much you baby proof your home, your baby will (and should!) occasionally fall or get into drawers or near tables that they aren’t supposed to. Bumps and bruises are a natural part of this stage of development, and learning how to fall and walk safely around the house is an important skill for your child to develop. Though it’s important to take precautions, no one should bubble wrap their home—or their baby, for that matter. Try to take everything with a grain of salt, and know that your baby’s stumbles are part of the journey. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some ideas to get started baby proofing each room in your home.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=nativeads_DIY_Baby_Proofing_Your_Home\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18080 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy baby meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-Hands-and-Braised-Chicken.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>The Living Room\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Baby gates just might become your new best friend during this developmental stage. Use gates to “rope off” any room or area that you don’t want your baby to enter, including at the top and bottom of each set of stairs. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent little fingers from getting pinched in doors, try \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0199JMET2/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">these guards\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> made of soft, durable foam. Outfit any low windows that your little one can reach with guards or locks as well. Be on the lookout for sharp corners on window sills, coffee tables and other furniture, and cover them with foam if necessary.  \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure loose electrical cords so your baby doesn’t get tangled in them while crawling or trip over them while practicing walking, and be sure to baby proof all outlets with \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Mommys-Helper-Outlet-Plugs-Count/dp/B00081J3N6/ref=sr_1_5_s_it?s=baby-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1521823671&sr=1-5&keywords=outlet+cover\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">secure covers\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you have a fireplace, put a gate or mesh screen in front of it. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the living room is likely where your family spends a lot of time, make sure there’s a soft area—a plush rug works great—where your baby can practice their walking.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>The Bedroom\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because the bedroom likely has more furniture in a smaller amount of space (dressers, the bed or crib, the changing table and nightstands), take extra care to ensure all sharp edges and corners are covered. Secure any loose items near the crib so little hands can’t pull unwanted things in. Protect all outlets. Be sure any large furniture items that are up against a wall, like a bookcase or a dresser, are secured with an anti-tip kit.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>The Kitchen\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lock up cabinets, pantry doors and drawers, especially if they contain sharp objects like knives and scissors. Keep detergents, pesticides, cleaning products and any other toxic household chemicals locked up, preferably in a high cabinet. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure that your trash can is secure. If your dining table has a tablecloth, tie up the ends so nothing gets pulled off, tugged or spilled. In case your child wanders into the kitchen after dinner has just been heated, make sure to use the out-of-reach back burners whenever possible.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not everything needs to be off limits! Set aside one kitchen cabinet or drawer within your baby’s reach that they can open and explore. Pick one that’s not too close to the stove or oven and fill it with safe but interesting objects. Think plastic storage containers, wooden spoons, empty yogurt containers or puree jars.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>The Bathroom\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First and foremost, always keep the toilet seat down. If your little one shows interest in lifting it up, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008ZIKO46/ref=sxbs_sxwds-stvp_2_s_it?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=3524794222&pd_rd_wg=BjzT8&pf_rd_r=7KESXRD4FFKS3DMJNCX8&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-bottom-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B008ZIKO46&pd_rd_w=xWsYS&pf_rd_i=toilet+seat+baby+proof&pd_rd_r=d21d98c3-06a8-4f07-9b7e-980b0919e174&ie=UTF8&qid=1521785623&sr=2\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">try a lock\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that’s easy on, easy off for adults. Lock away all cosmetics, nail polish, medication and cleaning supplies. Make sure that the \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/simplehuman-Round-Trash-Stainless-Steel/dp/B00203PSRA\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">garbage can\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has a lid. For the shower and tub, look for a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"http://www.skiphop.com/skiphop-bathtime/V_235606.html?dwvar_V__235606_size=NS&cgid=skiphop-bathtime&dwvar_V__235606_color=Color#navID=header&start=1&cgid=skiphop-bathtime\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fun non-slip mat\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to prevent falls or slips during bathtime. Prevent injury from any sudden movements during bath time with a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"http://www.skiphop.com/skiphop-bathtime/V_235100.html\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">faucet cover\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that protects their head.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a little planning and preparation, you can keep your child safe and sound as they take their first steps. Learning to walk is one of your baby’s most joyful journeys—enjoy it with the confidence that they’ll be well protected.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=nativeads_DIY_Baby_Proofing_Your_Home\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18079 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy baby meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Baby-Meals-5-Meals.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":136},{"node":766,"__typename":144},{"id":767,"link":768,"sourceUrl":769,"altText":19,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDo5MDIx","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/babyproof_blog/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/BabyProof_Blog-1-880x400.jpg",{"nodes":771,"__typename":150},[772,773],{"name":25,"slug":26,"__typename":6},{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"edges":775,"__typename":153},[],{"node":777,"__typename":167},{"authorMeta":778,"name":210,"description":211,"avatar":781,"__typename":166},{"avatar":779,"__typename":161},{"node":780,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":208,"altText":209,"__typename":143},{"url":213,"__typename":165},{"title":783,"metaDesc":784,"opengraphUrl":759,"opengraphTitle":757,"opengraphDescription":784,"opengraphImage":785,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":787,"opengraphModifiedTime":788,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":175},"DIY Baby Proofing Your Home | Nurture Life","Your baby’s first steps are some of the most exciting moments in their young lives. DIY baby proofing your home to ensure a safe space for your baby.",{"sourceUrl":786,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/BabyProof_Blog-1.jpg","2018-04-03T22:26:32+00:00","2020-07-01T17:21:37+00:00",{"id":790,"title":791,"slug":792,"link":793,"uri":794,"date":795,"modified":796,"content":797,"featuredImageForMobile":798,"featuredImage":799,"categories":805,"tags":810,"author":812,"seo":818,"__typename":176},"cG9zdDo4Mzgy","How to Tame Your Child’s Sweet Tooth","tame-childs-sweet-tooth","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/tame-childs-sweet-tooth/","/blog/tame-childs-sweet-tooth/","2018-02-16T12:03:23","2024-06-17T18:12:40","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to your children and sugar, it can often seem like they’re constantly craving and asking for sweets. Your child’s sweet tooth starts forming when they’re a baby: They’re predisposed to favor sweet tastes because breast milk or formula, their vital sources of nutrition, are naturally sweet. As your baby progresses into a toddler, they’re introduced to more complex foods with added sugars, which can increase their cravings for sugar. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Parents can work to curb their child’s sweet tooth by recognizing added sugars on food labels, focusing on foods with vital nutrients and helping their child establish a healthy, balanced relationship with sweets. Whether your kid is notorious for their sugar cravings or your little one is just starting to develop them, we’re sharing a few simple pieces of advice on how to tame your child’s sweet tooth.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>My kid always wants a sweet snack rather than a savory one\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your child can still have a sweet snack—just opt for natural sugars rather than added ones. \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/get-kids-eat-vegetables/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Naturally sweet vegetables and fruits\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer fiber and important vitamins and minerals. (The presence of fiber in produce plays a role in regulating the amount of sugar that is actually absorbed.) Start with sweet bell peppers, sugar snap peas, apple and blueberries. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many parents struggle with the fact that their children only prefer sweeter foods with added sugars, which is not uncommon. \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.cell.com/current-biology/fulltext/S0960-9822(13)00208-X\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research shows\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that it takes at least 6-15 times of introducing a new food before your little one may start to enjoy it. If your child responds negatively to a food at first, do not give up. Repeatedly introduce healthy snack options over the course of a few weeks. Gradually, your child will become accustomed to the new flavors, and they won’t crave the added sugars as intensely.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=nativeads_tame-childs-sweet-tooth\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18082 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"healthy kids meals\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Healthy-Kids-Meals-Chicken-Meatballs.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>My kid always asks for sweet beverages and sugary foods\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let’s face it, sweets make us feel good. However, sweet beverages and treats generally don’t contain important nutrients that aid kids’ healthy development.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to beverages for your child, stick with milk and water. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.aap.org/en/error?code=404\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">no fruit juice for children under one years old.\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> While 100% fruit juice is an acceptable part of a healthy diet, drinking sweet juices regularly may make your child crave sugar more frequently. Offer alternatives such as fruit-infused water instead of juice.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep desserts and sugar-rich snacks in the house to a minimum, and if your kids are accustomed to having something sweet after dinner, consider naturally sweetened options such as fruit and oat combinations or yogurt with honey. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is your kid craving pancakes with chocolate syrup and whipped cream? Sweet breakfasts and treats are great for special occasions, but try to limit them to just that. Your kid should have a healthy jump-start to their day, so keep \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/25-healthy-breakfast-ideas-for-kids/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">their breakfasts nutritious and hearty\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code -->\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>My kid always wants their favorite foods, but I want to find healthier alternatives\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making the decision to avoid added sugars is one matter, but knowing where the sugars are hiding in your food is another. Scan ingredients and nutrition labels for \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"http://sugarscience.ucsf.edu/sugar-terms-101.html#.WTjRvBPyvX8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">common forms of sugar\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> including cane sugar, evaporated cane juice, high-fructose corn syrup and fruit juice concentrate. While brown sugar, honey, maple syrup and agave may sound a bit more natural, they are still forms of sweeteners and should be limited. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many beverages (including fruit juice from concentrate), cereals and yogurts often contain added sugars. Everyday foods such as applesauce, dried and canned fruit, pasta sauce and other condiments can have added sugars as well. Make sure to compare products and select ones with the least amount of added sugar.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make these sneaky added sugars more visible, all packaged food will soon be required to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/Front-of-Package-Nutrition-Labels.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">list the amount of added sugars\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on their nutrition label. This will help you distinguish natural sugars from added ones when choosing food and snacks for your family. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>My kid eats way too many sweets at parties and special occasions\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because we often celebrate milestones, holidays and special occasions with sweets, kids begin to associate celebrations with sugar. But they don’t have to: Downplay the party-equals-sweets mindset by transitioning from traditional sugar-laden cakes and candies to healthier options with natural sugars. Dried fruit, fruit-based smoothies and baked goods with fruit-based sugars are great go-tos for naturally sweet options. Don’t want to give up that first birthday cake moment? Try one of \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/healthy-smash-cakes-babys-first-birthday/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">these cakes\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a healthier, more nutritious option.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When sweets are present, set your child’s expectations beforehand on how much they should indulge. Stick to the one-treat-a-day rule whenever possible. Remind your child that you can always bring a treat home to enjoy later! \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At these events, it’s important to model healthy behaviors yourself. Eat only one treat at a party and be sure to enjoy healthier options as well. When you model healthy behaviors, your children will be able to see that the occasional dessert or sweet treat can have a place in a healthy diet. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sugar and treats shouldn’t be eliminated from your kid’s diet but should be moderated. Offering sweets or food with added sugars too frequently can reinforce your child’s sweet tooth. Filling up on sweets can also prevent your child from getting important vitamins and minerals.\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> By paying attention to their sugar intake and food labels, as well as modeling healthy eating habits yourself, you can help curb your child’s development of a sweet tooth.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=nativeads_tame-childs-sweet-tooth\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18084 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-1024x341.jpg\" alt=\"meals for picky eaters\" width=\"1024\" height=\"341\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-1024x341.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-300x100.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly-768x256.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/CTA-Picky-Eater-Friendly.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":136},{"node":800,"__typename":144},{"id":801,"link":802,"sourceUrl":803,"altText":804,"__typename":143},"cG9zdDoxNDk2OA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/infused-water/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/infused-water-1-880x544.jpg","fruit infused water",{"nodes":806,"__typename":150},[807,808,809],{"name":34,"slug":35,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"__typename":6},{"edges":811,"__typename":153},[],{"node":813,"__typename":167},{"authorMeta":814,"name":345,"description":346,"avatar":817,"__typename":166},{"avatar":815,"__typename":161},{"node":816,"__typename":160},{"sourceUrl":344,"altText":19,"__typename":143},{"url":348,"__typename":165},{"title":819,"metaDesc":820,"opengraphUrl":793,"opengraphTitle":791,"opengraphDescription":820,"opengraphImage":821,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":823,"opengraphModifiedTime":824,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":175},"How to Tame Your Child’s Sweet Tooth | Nurture Life","Is your child always asking for sweets? We’ve put together a few simple pieces of advice on how to tame your child’s sweet tooth.",{"sourceUrl":822,"__typename":143},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/infused-water-1.jpg","2018-02-16T18:03:23+00:00","2024-06-17T18:12:40+00:00",{"__typename":6,"id":33,"name":34,"slug":35,"uri":36,"seo":826},{"__typename":12,"title":38,"metaDesc":19,"opengraphUrl":39,"opengraphTitle":40,"opengraphDescription":19,"opengraphImage":17,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":19,"opengraphModifiedTime":19,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19},1751870900925]