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Archives",{"total":123,"page":124,"nextPage":125,"prevPage":17,"totalPages":126,"content":127},89,1,2,8,[128,183,272,353,389,425,578,624,712,796,860,898],{"id":129,"title":130,"slug":131,"link":132,"uri":133,"date":134,"modified":135,"content":136,"featuredImageForMobile":137,"featuredImage":144,"categories":151,"tags":157,"author":160,"seo":174,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDo0OTYx","15 Peanut-Free Snacks for Kids","15-peanut-free-snack-ideas","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/15-peanut-free-snack-ideas/","/blog/15-peanut-free-snack-ideas/","2024-10-15T09:36:45","2024-10-15T13:39:08","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kids are always on the move, and from time to time, they need an extra energy boost to keep them both fueled up and filled up on all right nutrients. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, since \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/kids-food-allergies-part-1/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">major allergens\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like peanuts and tree nuts are often off-limits at schools or summer camps, your kids’ favorite pick-me-ups often need to be \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">school-safe, peanut-free snacks\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, too. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So what’s a hungry snacker to do? Get creative! We’ve rounded up 15 ideas for \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peanut-free snacks for school\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allergy-friendly snacks \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are nutrient-packed, portable and peanut-free, offering your kids an energy boost with a nutritional kick.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp style=\"text-align: center;\">\u003Ca class=\"btn tw-min-h-[41px] md:tw-min-h-[45px] md:tw-bg-nl-blue-200 md:hover:tw-bg-nl-blue-600 md:focus:tw-bg-nl-blue-600 md:tw-text-nl-green-100 tw-mb-2 md:tw-font-bold\" href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus/\">Shop Peanut-Free Snacks\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Our 15 Favorite Peanut-Free Snacks for Kids\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>1. Greek Yogurt\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-18286 size-medium\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/nut-free-snacks-in-text-1-227x300.jpg\" alt=\"peanut-free snacks | Nurture Life\" width=\"227\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/nut-free-snacks-in-text-1-227x300.jpg 227w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/nut-free-snacks-in-text-1.jpg 563w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 227px) 100vw, 227px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These days, grocery stores are full of options for this tasty delight. Top with fresh fruit or low-sugar granola or eat it plain. This \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://usa.fage/yogurts/fage-total-plain\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">calcium-rich treat\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> packs about 15 grams of protein in a one-cup serving.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pack this nutritional food in your child’s lunch for a great snack on the go, but watch out for excessive sugars and other preservatives if you’re concerned about nutrition. Keep in mind that this is one peanut-free snack that kids might not like on its own, so make sure you have toppings on hand (no peanuts!) to minimize the tangy flavor. However, your kids will get probiotic cultures that are great for gut health along with an assortment of other nutritious ingredients with this excellent option.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>2. Homemade Trail Mix\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a zip-close bag or easy-open Tupperware, simply combine raisins (or your child’s favorite dried fruit), seeds such as sunflower, pumpkin or roasted soybeans, and whole grain cereals. Shake it up to mix!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is the quintessential on-the-go snack, and it couldn’t be easier to make. If you have an extra five minutes, you have time to prepare this peanut-free snack. Better yet, bring your kids into the preparation process — they’ll love choosing their own ingredients for this personalized and yummy treat. Perfect for road trips, movie nights and backyard camping, trail mix is an easy win for picky eaters and those that love experimenting with different flavors and tastes.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>3. Strawberry-Topped Brown Rice Cakes\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19023 size-medium\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/rice-cakes-with-cream-cheese-and-strawberries-cropped-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"rice cakes with cream cheese and strawberries\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/rice-cakes-with-cream-cheese-and-strawberries-cropped-300x300.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/rice-cakes-with-cream-cheese-and-strawberries-cropped-150x150.jpg 150w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/rice-cakes-with-cream-cheese-and-strawberries-cropped-768x768.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/rice-cakes-with-cream-cheese-and-strawberries-cropped.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schmear some cream cheese over brown rice cakes and top with sliced strawberries for a light yet filling snack that your kid can take on the go.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While plain rice cakes won’t be winning taste awards with your kids anytime soon, this is one of those peanut-free snacks that gets better when you use them as a base. Add bananas and other fruits to plain rice cakes, or start with flavored ones and mix and match with items you have around the house. A little parmesan cheese can give them a savory taste, or stick with strawberries and a little honey for some sweet.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>4. Air-Popped Popcorn\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High in fiber, this munchable snack rarely fails the kid test. Add seasoning for extra flavor, or get creative with coconut oil or cinnamon. For a ready-made popcorn option, try \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.boomchickapop.com/ready-eat-popcorn\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Angie’s Boom Chicka Pop\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don’t have an air popper, you can actually make your own popcorn in a brown paper bag — minus all the chemicals that go into one of those pre-prepared microwave poppers. Just pour 1/3 cup of popcorn into a brown lunch bag, sealing the bag by folding the top over twice. Cook at full power for 2-1/2 to 3 minutes or until the pops slow down to about two seconds between pops.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>5. String Cheese\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pack some protein plus calcium with this kid-favorite snack, which works well on its own, paired with an apple or as a lunch addition.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all know that most kids love cheese, but the problem is that most cheesy snacks aren’t particularly healthy. Pizza, cheeseburgers and the like might be a favorite peanut-free snack for kids, but string cheese represents a healthier, better way to get your kids the cheese they crave. Nutritious and yummy, string cheese makes a great snack, and it can also form the basis of fun treats like cheese and tomato mushrooms, cheese and watermelon skewers or ham and cheese sushi.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>6. Whole Grain Crackers With Spread\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole grain crackers are the perfect vehicle for a variety of fun spreads, like whole-fruit jam, sunflower seed butter or \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/top-7-kid-approved-peanut-butter-alternatives/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">another peanut butter alternative\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Another tasty topping idea for these \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nut-free snacks\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: cottage cheese paired with jam or fresh blueberries.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While your kids won’t likely raid the pantry for whole-grain crackers on their own, breaking out the jams, fresh fruit and other toppings creates a world of wonder and options for hungry kids. Allowing them to mix and match their favorite toppings is a great way to get your kids to think about what flavors and tastes go together. As long as you limit them to healthy ingredients, you’ll avoid the refined flours, oils and sugars that are common in most kids’ snacks.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>7. Avocado Toast\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Layer mashed avocados on whole wheat toast and sprinkle with a touch of pepper. Avocados are especially high in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the avocado goes down, don’t forget to sprinkle on your kids’ favorite peanut-free toppings. Diced tomatoes, pomegranate seeds, bell peppers, red onions, chives, cucumber and feta cheese can add additional fun to this easy-to-make snack. To take things up a notch, break out the cookie cutters to create fun and interesting shapes. Bake at 425 degrees to avoid mucking up the edges in the toaster.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>8. Crunchy Veggies With Hummus\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get creative with a colorful combo of sugar snap peas, sliced cucumbers, sliced carrots and jicama sticks with hummus for dipping. The complex carbohydrates in these \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/15-kid-friendly-vegetables-picky-eaters/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kid-friendly vegetables\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer a steady stream of energy, while the chickpeas and tahini in the hummus give your kid an iron boost.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Younger kids will love how this snack is perfectly portioned for their small hands, and dipping gives your kids something to do while getting the nutrition that they need. Instead of veggies, try cutting strips of bread and spreading the hummus directly on toast for a protein and fiber 1-2 punch. Keep in mind that some kids have allergies to tahini and chickpeas, though it’s not common.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>9. Vegetable Chips\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Veggies sliced, seasoned and popped in the oven make perfectly crispy, crunchy pea\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nut-free snacks for kids\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Looking to save time? Many conventional grocery stores now carry several pre-packaged variations! To get the best one, compare nutrition labels and choose an option with lower sodium.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For even more nutritious value, look for root veggies that are high in folate, vitamin C, beta carotene, antioxidants, phytochemicals and fiber. Yucca, sweet potato, turnip, rutabaga, golden beet, parsnip, russet potato and red beets are all excellent options and can be easily found at your local grocery store. Wash, peel and slice them thin, then bake on a cookie sheet with salt at 400 degrees for about half an hour. The slices should be dry and crispy, not burned.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>10. Allergy-Friendly Fruit Bites\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-19025 size-medium aligncenter\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/fruit-bites-cropped-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"fruit bites\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/fruit-bites-cropped-300x300.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/fruit-bites-cropped-150x150.jpg 150w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/fruit-bites-cropped-768x768.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/fruit-bites-cropped.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No fresh fruit in the fridge? You can still load up your kid’s lunchbox with the same vitamin-rich goodness! \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/new-menu-school-safe-snacks/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nurture Life’s perfectlyfree Fruit Bites\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have no preservatives or artificial ingredients, and they offer a ½ serving of fruit in each packet. Made without any of the Big 8 allergens, they’re \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allergy-friendly snacks\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are school-safe and naturally delectable.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When shopping for fruit snacks, be careful of other options that may be loaded with preservatives and sugar, which can spike your kids’ energy levels and then send them crashing an hour later. Many are also low on valuable nutrition, so while your kids may enjoy them, it’s not doing much to help their growing bodies and minds. Instead, look for fruit snacks that have no artificial flavors, colors or ingredients.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>11. Fresh Berry Mix\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throw together some strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries, and you’ll have a juicy-sweet combination high in antioxidants, fiber, vitamin C and vitamin E.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Top with whipped cream for an easy dessert and snack idea if the berries themselves aren’t doing the trick; you can also mix it all together with sugar and lemon juice. Grab some small plastic cups for serving, or toss them in the fridge if you’re preparing them for a future time. But don’t wait too long — these berry mix cups will only last a day or two in the fridge, after which they’ll start to lose flavor as well as their enticing look.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>12. Banana Popsicles\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bananas make great frozen treats! Simply cut a full banana in half, stick in a popsicle stick, coat in your kid’s \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/top-7-kid-approved-peanut-butter-alternatives/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">favorite peanut butter alternative\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and dip in toppings like coconut or sunflower seeds. Stick each popsicle in the freezer for a few hours and enjoy!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The best part is that this peanut-free snack is easy to make and it seems like a dessert. However, if you add cocoa and avocado, you’ve got a healthy banana fudgesicle with no added sugar. Just grab ripe bananas, avocado, your favorite peanut-free butter, cocoa and (non-dairy) milk and blend together. Pour the mixture into popsicle molds and place in the freezer. That’s it!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>13. Apple Chips\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A crunchy treat, apples are high in vitamin A (a powerful antioxidant) as well as vitamin B and fiber. These homemade \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://feednutrition.com/recipe/apple-chips/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">apple chips\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> stay crispy all day, making them a great grab-and-go option for \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peanut-free snacks for school\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kids that have texture issues will love these crispy and crunchy apple chips as most cooked fruit can come off as mushy or slimy — but you’ll need to ensure that each slice is consistent. Too thin and you’ll risk burning it during baking. Too thick and some of your chips might end up undercooked. When you’re ready, arrange the slices on a rack and sprinkle on cinnamon and some sugar. Bake for 8 hours at 170 degrees or until lightly browned and the edges start to shrivel up.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>14. Whole-Fruit Leathers\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy, portable and perfect for kids on the go, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Stretch-Island-Leather-Snacks-Variety/dp/B001CTO0YA\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">these convenient \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nut-free snacks\u003C/span>\u003C/a> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">offer an energy lift without the preservatives that are found in most conventional brands.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have any leftover fruit kicking about your kitchen, whole-fruit leathers is an easy way to create yummy peanut-free snacks for your kids while using up odds and ends. They won’t have the preservatives and sugar of store-bought brands, but they’re just as delicious. Even if you don’t own a dehydrator, your oven can do the job — just remember that you’re drying out the fruit, not cooking it.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cstrong>15. Red and Green Grapes\u003C/strong>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High in antioxidants, grapes are one of the ultimate \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">allergy-friendly snacks\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to take on the go. In warmer months, pop them in the freezer for a few hours for a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/kid-approved-popsicles-theyre-healthy/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cool, refreshing twist\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quite possibly the original easy snack, red and green grapes are healthy, delicious and go well with just about anything. However, make sure to supervise your kids while eating — grapes can cause choking in kids under the age of four, though you can always cut them into smaller pieces.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Tips for Choosing Peanut-Free Snacks\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">When selecting peanut-free snacks, it’s important to be mindful of both the ingredients and the potential for cross-contamination. Here are some helpful tips to guide you:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Read labels carefully:\u003C/strong> Always check the ingredient list for any mention of peanuts, peanut oil, or other peanut derivatives. Be aware that “may contain” statements indicate a risk of cross-contamination.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Look for certified peanut-free products:\u003C/strong> Several organizations offer certification programs for peanut-free products. Look for labels from reputable organizations like the National Peanut Board or the Snack Safe program.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">\u003Cstrong>Choose whole foods:\u003C/strong> Fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains are naturally peanut-free and packed with essential nutrients.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">\u003Cstrong>Get creative with homemade snacks:\u003C/strong> Making your own snacks allows you to control the ingredients and ensure they are peanut-free. Try simple options like fruit skewers, yogurt parfaits, or veggie sticks with hummus.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">\u003Cstrong>Pack safe snacks for school and outings:\u003C/strong> Prepare peanut-free lunches and snacks for your child to take to school or on outings. Include items like sandwiches, wraps, salads, and individually packaged snacks.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">\u003Cstrong>Communicate with others:\u003C/strong> Inform caregivers, teachers, and friends about your child’s peanut allergy and provide them with a list of safe snacks.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">\u003Cstrong>Be aware of potential cross-contamination:\u003C/strong> Avoid foods that are processed in facilities that also handle peanuts. Opt for dedicated peanut-free production lines whenever possible.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">\u003Cstrong>Choose trusted brands:\u003C/strong> Research brands that are known for their commitment to peanut-free production and allergen awareness.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">\u003Cstrong>Always double-check:\u003C/strong> When in doubt, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and double-check with the manufacturer or restaurant about the presence of peanuts or potential cross-contamination.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp class=\"mb-2 last:mb-0\">By following these tips, you can ensure that your child enjoys a variety of delicious and safe snacks while managing their peanut allergy.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Find Your Favorite Peanut-Free Snacks\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finding \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">peanut-free snacks for school \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that are still healthy, convenient and kid-friendly can be challenging. Use this list as a starting point for quick, \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nut-free snacks\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between meals. Looking for even more kid-friendly snacks? Check out our \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/healthy-snack-ideas-playdates/\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">snack ideas for playdates\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>At Nurture Life, we understand the importance of providing safe and delicious food options for children with peanut allergies. That’s why all of our meals and snacks are proudly peanut-free, ensuring that your little ones can enjoy a worry-free eating experience.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Ready to experience the convenience and peace of mind that Nurture Life offers? 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Our list of allergy-friendly snacks gives easy ideas for making or shopping for easy, nutritious school-safe snacks.",{"sourceUrl":178,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/nut-free-snacks-header.jpg","2024-10-15T09:36:45+00:00","2024-10-15T13:39:08+00:00","PostTypeSEO","Post",{"id":184,"title":185,"slug":186,"link":187,"uri":188,"date":189,"modified":190,"content":191,"featuredImageForMobile":192,"featuredImage":193,"categories":198,"tags":204,"author":260,"seo":266,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDo1Nzc5","Best Combo Purees for Stage 2 Baby Food","best-combo-baby-purees","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/best-combo-baby-purees/","/blog/best-combo-baby-purees/","2024-09-19T13:22:39","2024-09-19T20:34:12","\u003Cp>After your baby has become accustomed to \u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/best-first-baby-purees/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stage 1 single-ingredient purees\u003C/a> and is ready for more sophisticated tastes and textures, it’s time to dive into Stage 2 baby food combination purees.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>To ease this next step of your baby’s food adventure, we’re highlighting some of the best baby food puree combos, starting with two ingredients and then moving on to more complex blends of three ingredients and more. Stick around to the end for additional Stage 2 feeding tips from one of Nurture Life’s registered dietitians!\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Start With Two-Ingredient \u003C/b>\u003Cb>Baby Food Combinations\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Somewhere around 8–10 months of age, your baby will have adjusted to the single-ingredient purees of Stage 1 and will be \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/when-start-stage-2-baby-food/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ready to start \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage 2 baby foods\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which are generally thicker and chunkier, while introducing new ingredients and flavors. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before diving into all those inventive multi-ingredient blends, however, we recommend easing in with a few basic purees of only two ingredients.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Why Start With Two-Ingredient Purees?\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>That blackberry, kale, turkey, and quinoa puree may sound more fun (and maybe even healthier), but we like starting with simpler two-ingredient purees. It’s not a hard-and-fast rule, but focusing on two-ingredient purees can help you navigate these mealtime moments:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Food sensitivities:\u003C/strong> By introducing only one new food at a time, you’ll be able to identify any food intolerances or allergies, including \u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/big-8-allergens/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the most common “Big 8” allergens\u003C/a>.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Food acceptance:\u003C/strong> Too much change at once can be overwhelming for a baby who’s already changing so much every day. Focusing on small tweaks to already-accepted foods will help your baby adjust more smoothly.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Palate development:\u003C/strong> Gradually layering new flavors and textures will help “warm up” your baby’s palate for the more advanced Stage 2 combinations.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Nutritious Ideas for Two-Ingredient \u003C/b>\u003Cb>Stage 2 Baby Food\u003C/b>\u003Cb> \u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you move into Stage 2 \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baby food combinations\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, start with ingredients that your little one knows and tolerates. Keep things safe and simple by combining one already-accepted food with one new food, gradually expanding your baby’s diet one ingredient at a time. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Based on whatever your baby already likes, try out some of these two-ingredient puree ideas to get started:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beef & Carrot\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banana & Avocado\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet Potato & Raspberry\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beets & Pear\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken & Sweet Potato\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zucchini & Apple\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cauliflower & Spinach\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pumpkin & Farro\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Green Peas & Mushrooms\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Golden Delicious Apple & Kale\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brown Rice & Beans\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spinach & Lentils\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strawberry & Salmon\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Edamame & Mango\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>For your baby’s Stage 2 starter purees, there’s almost no two-ingredient combination you can’t try! Feel free to blend almost any fruit, veggie, grain, or protein — just as long as your purees include one ingredient your baby already accepts and remain mushy, moist, and lightly textured.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Signs That Your Baby Is Ready for Stage 2\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Usually, babies 6 to 9 months old are ready for Stage 2 baby food purees. However, babies develop on their own schedules, so what works for someone else’s baby may not work for yours. As a result, you must pay attention to the cues your baby sends you to show that they’re ready to explore more complex baby food combinations.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Here are signs to look out for:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Comfortable eating:\u003C/strong> During Stage 1, you’ll notice that your baby pushes the food out with their tongue, making the feeding process challenging. That tongue thrust reflex will begin to disappear, indicating that your child is learning to eat properly.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Increased appetite:\u003C/strong> A few weeks or months after initiating Stage 1 foods, you may notice your baby’s appetite has increased and they seem to want more than the usual serving.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Enjoyment:\u003C/strong> After a while, your baby may show you that they enjoy their food by eagerly awaiting every spoonful.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Variety:\u003C/strong> If you’ve gone through all of the single Stage 1 ingredients, like fruits, vegetables, and legumes, without a hitch and the baby seems to love the journey, it’s probably time to move on to the next level.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>If your baby displays some of these signs, the two of you are ready to dive into some of the best combo baby purees for Stage 2.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Add Depth With Three-Ingredient \u003C/b>\u003Cb>Stage 2 Baby Food\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As your baby explores different food groups, colors and flavors in the form of two-ingredient purees, you can start expanding into more complex purees of \u003C/span>\u003Cb>three ingredients or more\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like the earlier two-ingredient \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baby food combinations\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, consider introducing only one new food at a time, even as the purees get more complicated. If you’re ever worried about your baby’s tolerance of a certain food due to a family history of food allergies or otherwise, we’d recommend a combo puree that contains ingredients your baby has already tried plus one new ingredient blended in. This is also a great way to introduce the \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/big-8-allergens/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Big 8 allergens\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (with your pediatrician’s guidance)!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although many \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stage 2 baby foods\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> still lead with fruits and veggies, there’s so much more for your little one to explore! Expand your baby’s palate beyond the “standard stuff” with these more grown-up combination purees.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Stage 2 Purees\u003C/b>\u003Cb> With Whole Grains\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why not skip the quick-dissolve rice cereals and blend in some nutrient-rich whole grains? With a helping of fiber, protein, and complex carbs, whole grains are important for your baby’s energy and digestive health.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Whole Grain Puree Ideas \u003C/b>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zucchini, Yam, & Farro\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.easybabymeals.com/milletbroccolicarrot/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Millet, Broccoli, & Carrot\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Banana, Raisin, & Oatmeal\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://hankyshappyhome.com/chicken-quinoa-pear-baby-food-puree/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken, Quinoa, & Pear\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Stage 2 Purees\u003C/b>\u003Cb> With Proteins\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein serves as the main building block of the body, helping power muscle development and transport essential nutrients for bodily processes. You’ll find good sources of protein for your baby in blends with meat, legumes or whole grains.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Protein-Packed Puree Ideas\u003C/b>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.buonapappa.net/sole-fish-puree-baby-food-basics/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White Fish, Potato, & Pumpkin\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"http://thepeacheepear.com/2017/12/26/sweet-potato-kale-and-chickpeas-puree-7-m/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet Potato, Kale, & Chickpeas\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turkey, Sweet Potato, & Golden Beet\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://thelemonbowl.com/blueberry-oatmeal-baby-smoothie/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whole Milk Yogurt, Oatmeal, & Blueberries\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://recipes.sagespoonfuls.com/seven-to-nine-months/sweet-potato-pear-and-lentil-stage-two-baby-food-recipe/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sweet Potato, Pear, & Lentil\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Stage 2 Purees\u003C/b>\u003Cb> With Herbs & Spices\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Exposure to a variety of spices, herbs, and seasonings early on can help your baby learn to accept (and even like!) more foods over a lifetime. Start integrating these new ingredients and a little culinary flair into your baby’s meals to give them a good introduction to more “adult” flavors. In addition to interesting whole grains, unexpected proteins, and varied fruits and veggies, Nurture Life gives babies a palatable way to try out spices like curry, turmeric, thyme, and cinnamon.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Herb & Spice Puree Ideas\u003C/b>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://babyfoode.com/blog/fennel-peach-pea/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fennel, Peach, & Pea\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mango, Carrot, & Ginger\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.mummycooks.com/blogs/recipes/courgette-mint-and-pea-puree\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Zucchini, Mint, & Pea\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://babyfoode.com/blog/apple-raspberry-vanilla-bean-puree/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apple, Raspberry, & Vanilla Bean\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Squash, Bell Pepper, Raisin, Couscous, & Curry\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>Stage 2 Purees With Fruits & Vegetables\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Fruits and vegetables give your baby an excellent foundation for a healthy future. Combination baby purees containing fruits and veggies are rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and fiber, which are necessary for promoting good health and protection against illnesses. You want your baby’s immune system to start benefiting from the powerful nutrients in fruits and veggies as soon as possible. That’s why Stage 2 offers you more room for healthy and delicious combos.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Fruit & Vegetable Puree Ideas\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Broccoli, White Beans, & Apple\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Spinach, Pea, & Pear\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Butternut Squash, Apple, & Carrot\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Carrot, Cauliflower, & Banana\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Lentil, Parsnip, & Pear\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Carrot, Mango, & Banana\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch2>Your Baby Food Stage 2 FAQs, Answered\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Stage 2 isn’t only about what you serve your baby. It’s also about providing and maintaining a healthy balance of nutrients so your little one is developmentally ready for Stage 3. One of Nurture Life’s registered dietitians explains more below.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>Why Is Stage 2 Important?\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>As an intermediary step between liquid single-ingredient purees and chunkier finger foods, Stage 2 bridges the gap between your baby’s first food adventures and their future of self-feeding. It’s an important time for your little one to develop gumming, swallowing, and self-feeding skills, as well as an acceptance of varied flavors and textures.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>How Do I Help Ensure My Baby Gets the Nutrients They Need?\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>During the first year of life, your baby’s primary source of nutrients should be breast milk and/or formula. Any supplemental food is meant to help:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Introduce new flavors and textures to expand your baby’s palate.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Provide additional nutrient benefits beyond breast milk or formula, such as added iron or dietary fiber.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Give insight into your baby’s tolerance of a variety of foods.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Teach your baby’s digestive tract to tolerate different foods.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Help with gross motor functions associated with eating.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Help with dexterity as they learn to self-feed.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>As long as you continue to explore new foods with your baby and offer breast milk or formula, don’t worry too much about finding specific nutrients — your baby will get what they need!\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>What if My Baby Rejects Combo Purees?\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like when your baby\u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/best-first-baby-purees/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">first started Stage 1 purees\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, they may take some time to develop a preference for new flavors and textures. Sometimes rejection means, “I’m not ready for that food yet,” and sometimes it means something else:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">“I’m teething.”\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">“I’m too full from breast milk or formula.”\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">“I’m constipated.”\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">“I’m tired!”\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can be difficult to know exactly why your baby is rejecting a new combo puree, but the best answer is typically not to worry too much. Just give them a few days off and try again!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>When Should My Baby Start Stage 3?\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31142\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-Every-baby-develops-differentlyrev01.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-Every-baby-develops-differentlyrev01.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-Every-baby-develops-differentlyrev01-300x125.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-Every-baby-develops-differentlyrev01-1024x427.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-Every-baby-develops-differentlyrev01-768x320.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Every baby develops differently, but most babies are ready for \u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stage 3 finger foods\u003C/a> by around 10 months. The most important cue is not a specific age but rather an interest in self-feeding, experimentation, and independence — along with key developmental capabilities like grasping and mushing. For more tips, check out our \u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/transitioning-baby-finger-foods/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">guide on transitioning to finger foods\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>How Do I Know Which Ingredients Cause Allergies?\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Allergies are a big concern for parents, but it’s easy to tell if your child is allergic to certain ingredients as you progress through Stage 1, where you explore single-ingredient baby food recipes.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>You want to move your baby to the next stage once you’ve gone through all the food groups, focusing on one ingredient at a time and allowing your baby to adjust to each. Since you can experiment with three or more ingredients at Stage 2, introduce any new ingredient alongside those your baby already eats. That way, in case of a bad reaction, you’ll know the culprit.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>What’s the Consistency of Stage 2 Baby Food?\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>In terms of texture, Stage 2 purees aren’t that different from Stage 1. They should be slightly thicker than Stage 1 but pureed instead of mashed. You can achieve the necessary consistency by blending your combination with less water.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>What if the Texture Is Too Thick?\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Usually, you’ll want to have some leftover water from draining your ingredients after cooking. Add it directly to the food while stirring until you’re satisfied with the texture. Alternatively, you can use plain boiled water, formula, or breastmilk to thin your baby’s food.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Find Healthy Baby Meals, Tips, and Resources at Nurture Life\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus/\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-31022 size-full\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-explore-healthy-meal-options-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-explore-healthy-meal-options-1.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-explore-healthy-meal-options-1-300x150.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-explore-healthy-meal-options-1-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-explore-healthy-meal-options-1-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" />\u003C/a>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cbr />\n\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cbr />\n\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you enter and move through Stage 2, the best \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baby food combinations\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will add a whole new world of excitement to your baby’s high chair tray. By layering new ingredients slowly, you can help your little one learn to love various flavors and textures while getting important nutrients for growth. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>If you have any questions about supporting your baby’s eating journey through Stage 2 and 3 foods, \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/contact-us/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contact Nurture Life’s child nutrition experts\u003C/a> today!\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":143},{"node":194,"__typename":150},{"id":195,"link":196,"sourceUrl":197,"altText":19,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDozMTE0MA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/01-best-combo-purees-for-stage-2-baby-food/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/01-Best-Combo-Purees-for-Stage-2-Baby-Food-880x500.jpg",{"nodes":199,"__typename":156},[200,201,202,203],{"name":25,"slug":26,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"__typename":6},{"name":79,"slug":80,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"edges":205,"__typename":159},[206,228,244],{"node":207,"__typename":227},{"id":208,"name":209,"posts":210,"__typename":226},"dGVybToxODA2","Baby food combinations",{"edges":211,"__typename":225},[212],{"node":213,"__typename":224},{"id":184,"slug":186,"categories":214,"title":185,"excerpt":220,"featuredImage":221,"__typename":182},{"nodes":215,"__typename":156},[216,217,218,219],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},{"name":79,"slug":80,"id":78,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},"\u003Cp>After your baby has become accustomed to Stage 1 single-ingredient purees and is ready for more sophisticated tastes and textures, it’s time to dive into Stage 2 baby food combination purees. To ease this next step of your baby’s food adventure, we’re highlighting some of the best baby food puree combos, starting with two ingredients and then… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/best-combo-baby-purees/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":222,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":223,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/01-Best-Combo-Purees-for-Stage-2-Baby-Food.jpg","TagToPostConnectionEdge","TagToPostConnection","Tag","PostToTagConnectionEdge",{"node":229,"__typename":227},{"id":230,"name":231,"posts":232,"__typename":226},"dGVybToxODA3","Baby food puree combos",{"edges":233,"__typename":225},[234],{"node":235,"__typename":224},{"id":184,"slug":186,"categories":236,"title":185,"excerpt":220,"featuredImage":242,"__typename":182},{"nodes":237,"__typename":156},[238,239,240,241],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},{"name":79,"slug":80,"id":78,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},{"node":243,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":223,"__typename":141},{"node":245,"__typename":227},{"id":246,"name":247,"posts":248,"__typename":226},"dGVybToxODA4","Baby food stage 2",{"edges":249,"__typename":225},[250],{"node":251,"__typename":224},{"id":184,"slug":186,"categories":252,"title":185,"excerpt":220,"featuredImage":258,"__typename":182},{"nodes":253,"__typename":156},[254,255,256,257],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},{"name":79,"slug":80,"id":78,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},{"node":259,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":223,"__typename":141},{"node":261,"__typename":173},{"authorMeta":262,"name":167,"description":168,"avatar":265,"__typename":172},{"avatar":263,"__typename":166},{"node":264,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":165,"altText":19,"__typename":141},{"url":170,"__typename":171},{"title":267,"metaDesc":268,"opengraphUrl":187,"opengraphTitle":185,"opengraphDescription":268,"opengraphImage":269,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":270,"opengraphModifiedTime":271,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":181},"Best Combo Purees for Stage 2 Baby Food | Nurture Life","Need ideas for Stage 2 baby food? From simple 2-ingredient blends to more sophisticated blends of 3 ingredients and more, this list has you covered!",{"sourceUrl":223,"__typename":141},"2024-09-19T13:22:39+00:00","2024-09-19T20:34:12+00:00",{"id":273,"title":274,"slug":275,"link":276,"uri":277,"date":278,"modified":279,"content":280,"featuredImageForMobile":281,"featuredImage":282,"categories":287,"tags":292,"author":341,"seo":347,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDo0NTc4","10 of the Best First Baby Puree Recipes","best-first-baby-purees","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/best-first-baby-purees/","/blog/best-first-baby-purees/","2024-09-10T10:20:39","2024-09-10T18:00:27","\u003Cp>Just finished your 4- or 6-month well-baby checkup and got the seal of approval to start solids from your pediatrician? If you and your baby are ready for Stage 1 purees, you’re both in for an exciting adventure. There are some amazing baby food purees out there with an endless variety of flavors!\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>When introducing solid foods to your baby, single-ingredient fruit and veggie purees are the best starter foods. Also called Stage 1 baby foods, these purees are served in addition to breast milk or formula and play several important roles for your baby, such as:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Helping them adjust to something other than breast milk or formula\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Developing tongue control, gumming and swallowing capabilities\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Identifying any food sensitivities or allergies\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Encouraging an early acceptance of varied flavors, colors and textures\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch2>How to Know When Your Baby Is Ready for Purees\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Introducing something new, like solid food, to your baby can be anxiety-inducing, especially when you’re not sure they are ready yet. At this point, you’re excited about moving the baby to the next stage, but if you do it too early, it could lead to serious risks like choking. According to the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/infantandtoddlernutrition/foods-and-drinks/when-to-introduce-solid-foods.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\u003C/a> (CDC), you can typically introduce your baby to solid foods at four to six months. However, since each baby is different, there isn’t a strict rule that says you can’t begin earlier so long as your baby is past four months of age and is developmentally ready to try a new diet outside breastmilk and formula.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Within four to six months, you can look for developmental indications your little one is ready to try baby purees. Look out for these readiness signs:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Sitting independently and demonstrating good head, neck and body control\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Learning to swallow and refraining from pushing food outward with its tongue\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Showing interest in your food and trying to grab it off your plate\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Managing to grasp items and trying to put them in its mouth\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch2>Nutritional Benefits of Baby Purees\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Baby purees are a first-stage baby food, perfect for helping your little one explore new ingredients and develop eating skills. Here are \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/food-nutrition/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">some of the nutritional benefits\u003C/a> of purees:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Growth and development:\u003C/strong> Nutrient-rich purees contain essential vitamins and minerals for proper growth and development. Food purees containing vegetables, fruits, and animal products offer your baby a strong nutritional foundation as they continue to develop the motor skills needed to explore more diets.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Improved immune system:\u003C/strong> Baby purees made from freshly sourced ingredients are free from chemical preservatives, which reduce the risk of allergic reactions. Additionally, puree’s high nutritional value can strengthen the baby’s immune system, helping them fight illnesses.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Flavor variety:\u003C/strong> Babies are often picky eaters and can refuse certain flavors. Purees offer endless flavor options, from single flavors to different blends. The ease of turning various foods into baby purees allows your child to sample multiple flavors.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-31096 aligncenter\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-nutritional-benefits-of-baby-purees.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-nutritional-benefits-of-baby-purees.png 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-nutritional-benefits-of-baby-purees-300x125.png 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-nutritional-benefits-of-baby-purees-1024x427.png 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/02-nutritional-benefits-of-baby-purees-768x320.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Our 10 Favorite Baby Puree Recipes\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ch3>1. Carrot Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>With a sweet taste and smooth consistency, pureed carrots are typically one of the most well-accepted first baby foods from 4–6 months of age. High in beta-carotene (which turns into vitamin A in the body), carrots help keep little eyes healthy.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: If your baby doesn’t seem on board with the carrot puree, it may be the concept of solid food itself that’s confusing. Help your baby learn how to eat solids by giving them a chance to examine it themselves — dab some on the high chair and let them play around before offering it on a spoon.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>2. Yam or Sweet Potato Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Sweet potatoes and yams are not the same, but when it comes to starting solids, they may as well be! Both are good sources of vitamin A, B6, C and E. These nutrients contribute to healthy eyesight and immune system function.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: Yams and sweet potatoes are great to prepare in bulk. Simply set your oven to 450°F, pierce each sweet potato a few times with a fork and place in the oven on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil for approximately 50 minutes. When you take them out, the skin will peel right off, and the insides will be perfectly mashable! To extend the life of your mash or puree, batch some out and put it in the freezer. When you’re ready to use it, simply place it in the fridge overnight, and you’ll have the perfect puree by morning.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>3. Acorn or Butternut Squash Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Butternut squash and acorn squash are packed with folate, calcium and vitamin A, an antioxidant that aids with vision and fights free radicals. Plus, their sweet taste and smooth texture make them an instant favorite for many babies!\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: Make raw squash easier to cut by microwaving the entire squash on high for about 2 minutes. The skin and flesh will be much smoother, allowing you to slice through smoothly. Then scoop out the seeds and roast or boil them before pureeing.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>4. Green Pea Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>In terms of green veggies, peas are one of the best first baby purees to start with, as they provide interesting texture and taste but aren’t bitter. Peas are also high in vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K and protein, making them a great source of many important nutrients for your baby’s early development.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: Because they’re such a starchy vegetable, even pureed peas may be too densely textured for very young babies. If your baby is having trouble with the thickness of the puree, use breast milk, formula or water to thin it out.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>5. Green Bean Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Another hit with babies, green beans are a good source of vitamin K, vitamin C and manganese, which play an important role in a healthy immune system, eyesight, blood clotting and bone development.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: If you’re pureeing your own green beans, we recommend straining the puree after blending to extract any fibrous parts. The best first baby purees should be soupy enough to drip off a spoon but thicker than liquid.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>6. Avocado Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Avocados are rich in a variety of nutrients including fiber, vitamin K, folate and vitamin B6. This creamy green fruit is also packed with heart-healthy fats, which are helpful to your baby’s brain and nervous system development.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: Look for ripe avocados that are soft to the touch and easy to mash. To see whether an avocado is ripe, check the nubby stem; if it wiggles, the fruit is probably ready to eat! Keep ripe avocados in the refrigerator so they last longer. Once the puree is made, we recommend feeding it to your baby right away to avoid browning and to offer the freshest experience.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>7. Apple Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Apples’ sweet flavor makes them another well-accepted option for first baby foods from 4–6 months of age. Along with dietary fiber for digestive health, apples serve up vitamin C, which is known to help fight free radicals.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: For an apple puree that your baby will love, try sweeter, smoother varieties such as Pink Lady, Gala or Golden Delicious. Any apple that bakes well, such as Granny Smith or Fuji, is also a good choice.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>8. Pear Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Like apples, pears also contain dietary fiber and antioxidant vitamin C, helping to support a healthy immune system for your growing baby. Although our favorite is Anjou, babies love the sweet flavor of all kinds of pears!\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: To introduce a little variety without any added salt, sugar or seasoning, try mixing up how you cook the pears before pureeing. Start with a simple steam or boil and then move onto the richer, more caramelized flavor of baking or roasting.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>9. Plantain or Banana Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>The mild flavor of bananas and plantains is appealing to most babies, and the texture is easy to manipulate. Both of these fruits offer a variety of nutrients, including fiber for healthy digestion, potassium for blood function and antioxidant vitamin C.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: Make your own easy banana puree by peeling, slicing and then mashing the fruit with a fork. For a thinner consistency, toss the banana in a food processor and add water, formula or breast milk as necessary.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>10. Peach Puree\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>Boasting plenty of vitamins C and A, peaches are delightfully sweet and another one of the best first baby foods. Their bright yellow-orange color is complemented by powerful antioxidants along with a healthy serving of fiber to aid in your baby’s digestion.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Parent tip: Boil peaches for about 45 seconds to soften before blending. If the peaches are ripe enough, you can skip the boiling and the blender altogether and use a fork or potato masher instead.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>6 Tips for Making Baby Purees\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>You can make the best first baby purees with our listed recipes, as they are simple and won’t take much time. However, before preparing puree for your baby, follow these tips to ensure your child’s first foods are clean, nutritious and safe:\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli>Before preparing baby food purees, wash your hands and clean the items you’ll be using, such as utensils, chopping boards and countertops.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Scrub and wash produce, removing seeds and apparent fiber. With low-acid vegetables, take precautions to avoid food poisoning agents like Botulism.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Cook, steam or microwave food until it’s tender. Before cooking, you want to remove skin, bones and extra fats from fish and meat products.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Puree the food, adding its juices, water, breastmilk or formula until you get the desired texture for your baby. Since you’re introducing solid foods, start with a thin puree and adjust the texture as your baby adapts.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>To avoid food poisoning and Clostridium botulinum contamination, ensure eggs, meats, and poultry are well-cooked at appropriate temperatures. Since honey is highly likely to contain \u003Ca href=\"https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/botulism\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Clostridium botulinum spores\u003C/a> that can make them sick, never add it to your baby’s food or drinks.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>For convenience, freeze baby food in small single-serving portions and store them in airtight food containers.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Ch2>Give These Baby Puree Recipes a Try!\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>It may take some time for your little one to first accept and then enjoy the new flavors of these Stage 1 baby puree recipes, but don’t fret! Enjoy the process and be sure to give your baby multiple opportunities to explore the same puree.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Another reason that we love these fruits and veggies? In addition to being some of the best first baby purees, they’re also perfect for layering with new flavors, textures and spices/seasonings as your child \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/blog/category/babies/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">transitions from Stage 1 to Stage 2\u003C/a> baby foods. By laying a foundation of well-accepted flavors, you’ll have fun moving onto more exciting combinations of fruits, veggies, grains and proteins with table foods.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Check out the healthy kid’s menu\u003C/a> from Nurture Life online today.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus?navItem=heatable-meals\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31097 size-full\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/03-give-these-ababy-puree-recipes-a-try.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/03-give-these-ababy-puree-recipes-a-try.png 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/03-give-these-ababy-puree-recipes-a-try-300x125.png 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/03-give-these-ababy-puree-recipes-a-try-1024x427.png 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/03-give-these-ababy-puree-recipes-a-try-768x320.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":143},{"node":283,"__typename":150},{"id":284,"link":285,"sourceUrl":286,"altText":19,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDozMTA5NA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/best-first-baby-purees/01-10-of-the-best-first-baby-puree-recipes/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/01-10-of-the-Best-First-Baby-Puree-Recipes-880x500.png",{"nodes":288,"__typename":156},[289,290,291],{"name":25,"slug":26,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"edges":293,"__typename":159},[294,311,326],{"node":295,"__typename":227},{"id":296,"name":297,"posts":298,"__typename":226},"dGVybToxNzU0","baby first foods 4–6 months",{"edges":299,"__typename":225},[300],{"node":301,"__typename":224},{"id":273,"slug":275,"categories":302,"title":274,"excerpt":307,"featuredImage":308,"__typename":182},{"nodes":303,"__typename":156},[304,305,306],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},"\u003Cp>Just finished your 4- or 6-month well-baby checkup and got the seal of approval to start solids from your pediatrician? If you and your baby are ready for Stage 1 purees, you’re both in for an exciting adventure. There are some amazing baby food purees out there with an endless variety of flavors! 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Check out 10 of the best baby puree recipes, filled with bright colors, interesting flavors & critical nutrients for growth.",{"sourceUrl":310,"__typename":141},"2024-09-10T10:20:39+00:00","2024-09-10T18:00:27+00:00",{"id":354,"title":355,"slug":356,"link":357,"uri":358,"date":359,"modified":360,"content":361,"featuredImageForMobile":362,"featuredImage":363,"categories":368,"tags":373,"author":375,"seo":382,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDozMTAzMQ==","Tips for Grocery Shopping With Kids","grocery-shopping-with-kids","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/grocery-shopping-with-kids/","/blog/grocery-shopping-with-kids/","2024-07-08T16:44:53","2024-08-08T19:46:41","\u003Cp>Grocery shopping with your kids provides the perfect opportunity to teach them valuable skills and have fun together. Kids of all ages can learn about math, build their vocabulary, and understand the importance of good nutrition.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Your kids may be prone to restlessness and unhealthy requests. However, with some preparation and heaps of patience, you can make every grocery trip enjoyable and productive. These handy tips can show you how to make grocery shopping fun for the whole family.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Preparing for the Trip\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Start by preparing for your trip to the grocery store. You can plan distractions in case of a \u003Ca href=\"https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/14406-temper-tantrums\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">toddler temper tantrum\u003C/a>, and you can involve your kids in meal planning and create the grocery shopping list together. This will also reinforce the food and nutrition lessons.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Here are some tips for planning:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Create the shopping list together: \u003C/strong>Bring the kids on board by sitting together and making an essentials list. Talk about which items your pantry needs for the week’s snacks and meals.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Respect the budget: \u003C/strong>Discuss the importance of a budget, and involve your older kids in price comparisons. Help them understand how you make everything fit into the total.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Meal planning: \u003C/strong>Involve your older kids in meal planning by writing out the weekly meals on a dry-erase board. If your kids display a deeper interest, you can enroll in an online course to learn all about crafting healthy meals and reading nutrition labels.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Top Tip: \u003C/strong>Don’t go to the store if you’re both hungry. This helps to avoid “hangry” tantrums and off-list shopping temptations.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Making Grocery Shopping a Learning Experience\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Food shopping can teach your kids valuable life skills, such as budgeting. It can also help them become smart shoppers who seek out budget-friendly items. As you guide the “grocery shopping list for kids” creation process, point out these important points:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Cultural exploration: \u003C/strong>Older kids can help with menu creations. Take time to teach them about different cuisines and foods from around the world. Ask them if they would like to try any new ingredients, fruits, or vegetables.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Math practice: \u003C/strong>Enlist their help in price comparison, counting items you add to the cart, and weighing fresh produce to make sure the food stays within your budget.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Teach them about nutrition: \u003C/strong>Discuss different food groups and how each helps us stay healthy. Guide your kids in reading food labels and discussing good eating habits. Then, allow them to choose fresh produce to add to the shopping list.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31033\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/02-Teach-them-about-nutrition.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/02-Teach-them-about-nutrition.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/02-Teach-them-about-nutrition-300x125.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/02-Teach-them-about-nutrition-1024x427.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/02-Teach-them-about-nutrition-768x320.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Environmental awareness: \u003C/strong>Teach your kids about planning meals to reduce food waste, how you can use leftovers creatively, and how you can \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/packaging/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">recycle or reuse product packaging\u003C/a> to be more sustainable.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Top Tip: \u003C/strong>Use mini grocery store toys with younger kids to help them envision the shopping process.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Managing Behavior in the Store\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Grocery shopping can be an overwhelming experience for kids. They can get tired, overstimulated, and tempted by tasty-looking candies. Preparing them for the in-store experience is essential, so set ground rules, and tell your kids what behavior you expect from them during the shopping trip. Here are some ground rules we suggest:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Tell your kids to stay close to you and what to do if they get separated from you in the store.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Encourage kids only to pick up or touch items if you’re adding them to the cart.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Encourage your kids to use their inside voices.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Tell your kids to listen to directions in the car and the store.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Top Tip: \u003C/strong>Reinforce good behavior with praise and rewards. You can also remind kids to stick to the rules by engaging them and assigning tasks like finding items on the list or bagging groceries.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Planning Shopping Games for Kids\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Be patient and understanding if your kids start to act out. It’s hard work being visually stimulated while trying to stick to the ground rules. Create shopping games for kids to offer them a new kind of distraction:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>Play “I Spy” with grocery items.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>Play an ingredient guessing game — tell your kids you want to make spaghetti sauce and have them suggest ingredients.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>With older kids, you can have them guess the prices of different items.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>For good behavior, let them choose a meal you can cook together after your next shopping trip.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Top Tip: \u003C/strong>If your kids are picky eaters, make trying new foods fun. Encourage your child by asking them what they want to try or making a game of having small tastes of new foods.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Addressing Common Concerns\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Preparation, communication, and positive reinforcement will help make grocery shopping trips fun and safe. Common concerns about these trips with kids of any age include:\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Healthy choices: \u003C/strong>Make healthy food fun by having your kids pick colorful fruits, new veggies, and tasty whole grains.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Impulse buys: \u003C/strong>Impulse buys can \u003Ca href=\"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0969698921000618\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">account for up to 62% of supermarket sales\u003C/a> and even more in specific product category sales. Adding treats and special items to the list helps you stick to them. Give your happy helpers the important task of reminding you to stick to the list.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Safety first: \u003C/strong>Teach your kids not to taste food in-store and to wash their hands after handling raw foods as part of food safety awareness. If you have little ones in the cart, use buckles or a child seat to prevent accidents. Never let them stand in a cart — shopping cart incidents are the \u003Ca href=\"https://www.union.health/blogs/shopping-cart-injuries-on-the-rise-how-to-keep-your-child-safe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">leading cause of head injuries among\u003C/a> young children.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Hunger during the trip: \u003C/strong>Bring \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=snacks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">some healthy sugar-free snacks\u003C/a> along to avoid impulse buys and keep hungry tummies happy.\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Time management: \u003C/strong>Planning your trip, including which aisles to hit and in which order, will help you minimize in-store time. Opt for a shopping trip when the store is less crowded to take some pressure off yourself.\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Top Tip: \u003C/strong>Maintain your shopping efficiency by involving kids in finding specific items. This task keeps them focused and entertained to avoid distractions and restlessness.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>Explore More Family-Friendly Resources With Nurture Life\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus?navItem=heatable-meals\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-31034\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-Explore-More-Family-Friendly-Resources.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-Explore-More-Family-Friendly-Resources.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-Explore-More-Family-Friendly-Resources-300x125.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-Explore-More-Family-Friendly-Resources-1024x427.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/03-Explore-More-Family-Friendly-Resources-768x320.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Round off your shopping trip by asking your kids what they learned during it. Ask them about their favorite finds, new foods they want to try and what they enjoyed the most about the experience — this is also a way for you to learn how to make grocery shopping fun and productive.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>While grocery store shopping can be fun with a buddy, you may not always have the time. During busy seasons, you can rely on Nurture Life. Our food delivery services are tailored for kids, and the process is simple. Just build a box — we’ll cook it and deliver it to your doorstep.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Nurture Life is here to simplify your life with healthy kids’ meals, smoothies, and ready-to-eat snacks. As a \u003Ca href=\"https://www.ahealthieramerica.org/our-partners/nurture-life-305\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Partnership for a Healthier America\u003C/a> member, we’re dedicated to helping you feed your children freshly made, nutritious meals developed by registered dieticians. Shop \u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/onboarding/plans/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">a variety of fresh meal options\u003C/a>, and make the most of our meal plans today.\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/grocery-shopping-with-kids/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"Tips for Grocery Shopping With Kids\",\n  \"description\": \"Grocery shopping with your kids provides the perfect opportunity to teach them valuable skills and have fun together. Kids of all ages can learn about math, build their vocabulary, and understand the importance of good nutrition. Your kids may be prone to restlessness and unhealthy requests. However, with some preparation and heaps of patience, you can make every grocery trip enjoyable and productive. These handy tips can show you how to make grocery shopping fun for the whole family.\",\n  \"image\": \"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/02-Teach-them-about-nutrition.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\": \"2024-07-08\"\n}\n\u003C/script>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":143},{"node":364,"__typename":150},{"id":365,"link":366,"sourceUrl":367,"altText":19,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDozMTAzMg==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/grocery-shopping-with-kids/01-tips-for-grocery-shopping/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/01-Tips-for-Grocery-Shopping-880x500.jpg",{"nodes":369,"__typename":156},[370,371,372],{"name":8,"slug":9,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"edges":374,"__typename":159},[],{"node":376,"__typename":173},{"authorMeta":377,"name":378,"description":379,"avatar":380,"__typename":172},{"avatar":17,"__typename":166},"April Urrutia","April believes that mealtime should be a fun and educational experience for children, and is committed to providing parents with the resources they need to make healthy and delicious meals for their families.",{"url":381,"__typename":171},"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/e00bcaa2588c4568508ba57bea28ca337aaf12f9eb51f6a451fa212a9b604a7e?s=96&d=mm&r=g",{"title":383,"metaDesc":384,"opengraphUrl":357,"opengraphTitle":355,"opengraphDescription":384,"opengraphImage":385,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":387,"opengraphModifiedTime":388,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":181},"Tips for Grocery Shopping With Kids | Nurture Life","Find out how to make grocery shopping fun for yourself and your kids. From preparing for the trip to playing shopping games, learn more with Nurture Life!",{"sourceUrl":386,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/01-Tips-for-Grocery-Shopping.jpg","2024-07-08T16:44:53+00:00","2024-08-08T19:46:41+00:00",{"id":390,"title":391,"slug":392,"link":393,"uri":394,"date":395,"modified":396,"content":397,"featuredImageForMobile":398,"featuredImage":399,"categories":405,"tags":410,"author":412,"seo":418,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDozNDI4","How to Adjust Baby for Daylight Savings Time","adjusting-your-baby-daylight-savings-time-change","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/adjusting-your-baby-daylight-savings-time-change/","/blog/adjusting-your-baby-daylight-savings-time-change/","2023-10-26T10:00:01","2024-10-08T18:03:27","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Helping your baby or toddler get regular, restful sleep can be difficult on its own, but November 5th, 2023, will pose the biannual challenge of switching our clocks and our little ones’ sleep schedules. Adjusting your baby or toddler to the daylight savings time change may take more than one night, but if you keep two key concepts in mind, you can adjust their sleep schedule gradually, which will lead to less fuss at nap time and bedtime.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus/\">\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>Alter Timing of Bedtime Routine\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>Your baby or toddler’s bedtime is based on routine more than it is on the clock. Certain routines like bath time, story time, quiet time and putting on pajamas are all acts your little ones associate with going to bed. Parents can guide their little ones through the time change by slightly altering the time of their bedtime routine. Don’t feel controlled by the numbers on the clock: If 6:30pm is your child’s bedtime this Saturday, then 6:30pm on Sunday (what used to be 7:30pm) is their bedtime, too. But you don’t need to get there immediately. Focus on your baby or toddler’s bedtime routine in the weeks leading up to the time change to make the association even stronger.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Plan Ahead for Daylight Savings Change\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17467 size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/in-blog-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"baby peeking over crib\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/in-blog-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/in-blog-300x200.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/in-blog-768x511.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/in-blog-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/in-blog-1200x799.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/in-blog-600x400.jpg 600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/in-blog.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>In addition to focusing on your bedtime routine, you can plan ahead the week before the time change to gradually ease your baby or toddler into their new bedtime. Try putting your child to sleep 5 to 10 minutes later each night leading up to November 5th. This bit-by-bit approach can make it easier when the official time switch comes around.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>During the day on Saturday before the time change, prepare your child for a good night’s rest throughout the day. In preparation for their later bedtime, try not to let your child oversleep during their nap. As always, ease into the new bedtime with a few quiet, calming activities during your usual bedtime routine.\u003Cbr />\nFinally, a small but important way to plan ahead is to make sure you keep your child’s room is dark so the morning light doesn’t wake them preemptively. Remember to draw the shades in your child’s room before they go to sleep!\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Helping Older Toddlers Adjust for Daylight Savings\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your toddler is a bit older, you can make the time change fun with\u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.thespruce.com/sanity-saving-alarm-clocks-for-toddler-2504721\"> \u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a sleep-training clock\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These clocks are usually shaped like orbs, owls, moons or sleek, small tablets and use a combination of light and sound to help your toddler understand when it’s time to wake up. Most of them also have additional special features, such as naptime settings and games to help your toddler learn to tell the time. Sleep-training clocks can help younger kids understand time and sleep patterns in a way that’s enjoyable for them.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>Your baby or toddler’s sleep schedule won’t change immediately when we fall back this November 5th, but it shouldn’t take longer than a week or so to get them adjusted. As long as you plan ahead over the course of a few days and are deliberate and thoughtful in your child’s bedtime routine, your little one will be adjusted to the daylight savings time change quickly.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information on Weissbluth Pediatrics and research on pediatric health, nutrition and sleep, visit the Weissbluth Pediatrics\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.weissbluthpediatrics.com/\"> \u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">website\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003C/a>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Ca href=\"https://weissbluthpediatrics.wordpress.com/\"> \u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blog\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003C/a>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.nurturelife.com/menus/\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-30603 size-large\" 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>\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/adjusting-your-baby-daylight-savings-time-change/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"How to Adjust Baby for Daylight Savings Time\",\n  \"description\": \"Helping your baby or toddler get regular, restful sleep can be difficult on its own, but November 5th, 2023, will pose the biannual challenge of switching our clocks and our little ones’ sleep schedules. Adjusting your baby or toddler to the daylight savings time change may take more than one night, but if you keep two key concepts in mind, you can adjust their sleep schedule gradually, which will lead to less fuss at nap time and bedtime.\",\n  \"image\": \"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CTA-template-UPDATE-1536x672.jpg\",  \n  \"author\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Person\",\n    \"name\": \"Daniel Weissbluth, M.D., F.A.A.P.\",\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\": \"2023-10-26\",\n  \"dateModified\": \"2024-10-08\"\n}\n\u003C/script>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":17,"__typename":143},{"node":400,"__typename":150},{"id":401,"link":402,"sourceUrl":403,"altText":404,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDoxNzQ2Ng==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/adjusting-your-baby-daylight-savings-time-change/desktop-header-5/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/desktop-header-4-880x495.jpg","baby in crib daylight savings",{"nodes":406,"__typename":156},[407,408,409],{"name":25,"slug":26,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":411,"__typename":159},[],{"node":413,"__typename":173},{"authorMeta":414,"name":415,"description":17,"avatar":416,"__typename":172},{"avatar":17,"__typename":166},"Daniel Weissbluth, M.D., F.A.A.P.",{"url":417,"__typename":171},"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/717c29058a3a7e3b75494e753d90df3cf9570b22f0946cf747671a654021282d?s=96&d=mm&r=g",{"title":419,"metaDesc":420,"opengraphUrl":393,"opengraphTitle":391,"opengraphDescription":420,"opengraphImage":421,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":423,"opengraphModifiedTime":424,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":181},"How to Prepare Your Baby or Toddler for Daylight Savings","Wondering how to prepare your baby or toddler for daylight savings? Learn how to effectively adjust your baby or toddler's sleep schedule during this time.",{"sourceUrl":422,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/desktop-header-4.jpg","2023-10-26T10:00:01+00:00","2024-10-08T18:03:27+00:00",{"id":426,"title":427,"slug":428,"link":429,"uri":430,"date":431,"modified":432,"content":433,"featuredImageForMobile":434,"featuredImage":438,"categories":444,"tags":450,"author":562,"seo":572,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDoxNTk2Mw==","5 New Year’s Resolutions for Parents of Picky Eaters","resolutions-parents-picky-eaters","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/resolutions-parents-picky-eaters/","/blog/resolutions-parents-picky-eaters/","2022-01-04T21:11:46","2024-08-08T20:01:43","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raising a picky eater can feel like an uphill battle, and meals always come with trade-offs. How can you get your little one to eat something NOW, without setting them up for a lifetime of chicken nuggets and pizza (and without dinner turning into an hour-long drama)?\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There’s no magic bullet or “super-parent secret” that everyone else is in on…but there \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a few adjustments you can make to help encourage, support and nurture your picky eater—not just for dinner today, but into the new year and as they grow into a healthy, independent kid in the years to come. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you set your New Year’s resolutions, add these five to your list! You’ll be ready to battle food refusals with a little more success and a lot more nutrition. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>1. Make Your Kitchen a Kid Zone\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your New Year’s resolutions include the KonMari method of decluttering, this is a great way to harness that tidying-up energy while also helping your picky eater feel more familiar in the kitchen. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make your kitchen more kid-friendly, set aside a specific area that “belongs” to your little one. (A pantry shelf, ground-level cabinet, rollable kitchen organizer or \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/recycling-for-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">even recycled cardboard boxes\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> all work well.) Label it and then load it with everything your kid might need to eat and help out in the kitchen:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kid-friendly plates and silverware \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/getting-kids-eat-6-helpful-picky-eater-tools/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">favorite picky eater tools\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, like character picks\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Healthy, pre-portioned snacks \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How can this help your picky eater? Since the \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/kids-picky-eaters/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">causes of picky eating\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> often revolve around environmental discomfort as much as any particular food, changing that environment can be a surprising step in the right direction. The more familiar your kid becomes with the overall meal prep and eating environment, the better. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">And as an added bonus for busy parents, you’ll no longer have to be the official guardian of the snacks. Your kids will have nutritious, pre-approved snacks within easy reach and will be empowered to choose them on their own.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>2. Get Your Picky Eater Involved With Meals\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toddlers and kids are always finding new ways to express their independence, and some picky eaters refuse food just to make that independence known. So instead of battling that iron will, work with it!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get your little one involved with meals before it’s time to actually eat, and they’ll feel a greater sense of control and independence. Hopefully (but definitely not always), this will make your child more willing to eat what they’ve helped make.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a few ways to get your picky eater involved:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your kid chooses one ingredient for the meal and you choose another.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your kid chooses one side dish and you choose another.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your kid helps wash veggies, mix ingredients or plate meals.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your kid selects their preferred plate and tableware.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You and your kid go to the grocery store together and your kid picks out the fresh produce.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you order \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/plans/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kids meal delivery from Nurture Life\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, let your kid pick next week’s meals.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make this a resolution that you can actually measure over time, try setting a goal with a specific number attached. Maybe you’ll aim to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/overcome-picky-eating-involving-child/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">involve your kid in mealtime\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> once a week, twice a week or even just once a month. (Small steps add up, so don’t feel bad about “not doing enough.”) \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To track your goal, you can use your own bullet journal or calendar app, or you can make your calendar part of the fun for your picky eater!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make or print a poster to hang in your kitchen’s new “kid zone,” and use it to keep track of what your kids have done or plan to do in the kitchen. If you want to go all-out, try gamifying the calendar with stickers, points or other small rewards. Our recommendation is to keep these “rewards” small and secondary, so that the focus is more on the experience of mealtime than the prizes.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>3. Talk About What You’re Eating\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A big part of our mission at Nurture Life is to be open with our kids about what we’re eating. Sure, we do \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">occasionally \u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hide the veggies…but the ultimate goal is to teach our kids healthy eating habits that will accompany them as they grow. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So how to do it? Communication, communication, communication:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As much as possible, give your child plenty of advance notice about what you’ll be eating. Fewer surprises are always better.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk about why we eat certain foods more than others, focusing on the connection between what we eat and how we feel. (Speaking in terms of your child’s interests, like swimming or dancing, can be really helpful.)\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get input from your child about future meals. You may not want to honor \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">every\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> request for pizza and ice cream, but you can use this opportunity to brainstorm healthier alternatives or demonstrate the idea of treats in moderation. \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your picky eater is refusing a new food, ask why! Use encouraging, non-judgmental questions like “How does it taste?” or “What does the texture feel like?”\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The specifics of this New Year’s resolution for parents will depend on your family’s schedule and routine. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can try to create a numeric goal if you’re very data-minded, or you can keep things vague and laid back with a simple sticky note to remind yourself to talk about food more.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>4. Make a Schedule for New Foods\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It’ll be easier to introduce new foods for picky eaters if you have a pre-set list to refer to. It doesn’t have to be formal or super-detailed, either. Just map out a general guideline of how often you’d like to introduce new foods to your child, along with a list of some possible ingredients to try. A little research now can help keep you on track throughout the year, even when your schedule gets overwhelmingly full.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can set any schedule you want, but we like introducing new foods every 2–3 weeks. This gives your child plenty of time to try a new ingredient without getting overwhelmed. And since it can take up to 15 times for a picky eater to accept a new food, “slow but steady” is key.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here’s an example of what an informal schedule might look like:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp> \u003C/p>\n\u003Ctable>\n\u003Ctbody>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>New Ingredient\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Homemade Recipe Options\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Nurture Life’s Ready-to-Eat Options\u003C/strong>\u003C/th>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cauliflower\u003C/span>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://thenaturalnurturer.com/cheesy-cauliflower-nuggets/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cheesy cauliflower nuggets\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://thisweekfordinner.com/butternut-squash-cauliflower-leek-soup-my-first-csa-creation/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cauliflower & butternut squash soup\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://peasandcrayons.com/2015/10/fresh-mex-vegan-roasted-cauliflower-tacos.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Roasted cauliflower tacos\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=heatable-meals#product-chicken-meatballs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chicken Meatballs with Spiral Pasta & Veggies\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=heatable-meals#product-white-mac-cheese\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">White Mac & Cheese with Hidden Cauli & Broccoli\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salmon\u003C/span>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://natashaskitchen.com/salmon-cakes-recipe/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salmon cakes\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.errenskitchen.com/easy-salmon-and-pea-risotto/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oven-baked salmon & pea risotto\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/teriyaki-salmon-green-beans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Teriyaki salmon and green beans\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=heatable-meals#product-teriyaki-salmon-Nt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Teriyaki Salmon with Rainbow Rice\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=finger-foods#product-salmon-cake-english-pea-potato\">Salmon Cakes with Peas & Potatoes\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003Ctr>\n\u003Ctd>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Basil\u003C/span>\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/kids-can-bake-tomato-basil-focaccia-bread-3364086\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tomato basil focaccia\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://happyhealthymama.com/quinoa-pizza-pie.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Quinoa pizza pie\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.wellplated.com/lemon-basil-chicken/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lemon basil chicken\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003C/td>\n\u003Ctd>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=heatable-meals#product-pesto-cheese-ravioli-Xm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pesto & Cheesy Ravioli with Hidden Spinach\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003C/td>\n\u003C/tr>\n\u003C/tbody>\n\u003C/table>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be sure to let your little one try the ingredient a couple different ways. Even if you don’t plan to cook the meals yourself, you can combine the new food with different dipping sauces, seasonings, side dishes and presentations.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>5. Commit to It\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With enough persistence, you \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">can\u003C/span>\u003C/i> \u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/change-picky-eaters-mind-7-foods/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">change your picky eater’s mind\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, even about the dreaded broccoli or the much-refused fish. Persistence really is key! However, if you’ve tried all these tips and don’t know where to turn next, Nurture Life is here to help with \u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?navItem=heatable-meals\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">meals made for picky eaters\u003C/a>. \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don’t forget to reward yourself for your efforts, too. Maybe a nice chocolate bar, a fancy coffee or a 30-minute massage squeezed into a busy weekend. 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And there’s no better way to nurture a healthy appreciation for different flavors and textures than to teach your kids to eat seasonally! 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What Does?","\u003Cp>Without even realizing it, we may now be passing down these same messages as we learn to parent our own kids. The problem with food-related reinforcement—as true today as it was back then—is that it doesn’t work! In fact, rewarding our kids for eating often achieves the very opposite of what we intend. It tends… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/rewarding-picky-eaters/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":560,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":561,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/PEB-A6-header.jpg",{"node":563,"__typename":173},{"authorMeta":564,"name":568,"description":569,"avatar":570,"__typename":172},{"avatar":565,"__typename":166},{"node":566,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":567,"altText":19,"__typename":141},"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. 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Skip the stress-filled battles and help picky eaters progress with these five New Year’s resolutions for parents.",{"sourceUrl":469,"__typename":141},"2022-01-04T21:11:46+00:00","2024-08-08T20:01:43+00:00",{"id":579,"title":580,"slug":581,"link":582,"uri":583,"date":584,"modified":585,"content":586,"featuredImageForMobile":587,"featuredImage":591,"categories":597,"tags":603,"author":605,"seo":616,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDoxMTMxMA==","Leaving “Perfect” Behind: 5 Better Parent Resolutions","5-better-parent-resolutions","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/5-better-parent-resolutions/","/blog/5-better-parent-resolutions/","2020-12-22T14:02:24","2024-08-12T12:40:28","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the year comes to a close, the \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">new year resolution ideas\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> start to flow. This year, we resolve, we’re going to be the perfect partner. The perfect employee. The perfect parent.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oftentimes, though, this quest for perfection only makes us feel worse: inadequate, overworked, guilty…and somehow \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">still\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> not doing enough. Sound familiar? Then we invite you to join us in moving past these all-too-common “guilt moments” to become a happier, kinder and \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">better parent\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">—not just for the new year but for years to come.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>1. Set Specific Time\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-11313\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/bath-time.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"688\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Guilt Moment\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: “I keep letting work distract me from spending time with my family.”\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Resolution: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set specific time aside for your kids.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes you can’t avoid taking work home (especially now when work is often IN the home), so be kind to yourself! Instead of setting an all-or-nothing rule that’s impossible to keep (like “Absolutely no work at home”), focus on more achievable guidelines for family time. For instance, commit to giving your kids your full attention for at least 15 minutes as soon as you get home or sign off of work, establish a no-phones rule at the dinner table or create a fun routine of reading together before bed. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>2. Commit to a Tiny Task\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Guilt Moment:\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> “Dirty laundry, dust bunnies, a sink full of dishes…what a mess!”\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Resolution\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Do one quick chore every time you think the house is messy.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all share the dream of a perfectly clean, camera-ready home—but for most of us, this really is just a dream. Whenever you feel stressed out about the inevitable mess, make it a rule to accomplish one tiny task: pick up one toy, start one dishwasher load or dust one shelf—and don’t forget to enlist some help from the family! Then remind yourself that a messy home is a well-loved home and allow yourself to let it go!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=5-better-parent-resolutions-20201223\">\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/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>3. Get the Family Active\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Guilt Moment\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: “How can I set a good example for my kids when I haven’t worked out in months?”\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Resolution\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Make exercise a family affair.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rather than worry about a formal exercise regimen, build \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/12-outdoor-activities-toddlers/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">kid-friendly outdoor activities\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or casual workouts into your weekly routine. Do some YouTube yoga with your little ones in the morning, head to the local baseball diamond to play catch after school or take a family stroll after dinner. Making exercise a normal part of life will not only keep you and your kids active (and relieve any lingering guilt about skipping the gym), but it’ll also provide the perfect opportunity for family bonding.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>4. Simplify Mealtime\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-11312\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/plating-food.jpg\" alt=\"plating food\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Guilt Moment\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: “Fast food again?! My kid’s diet is terrible.”\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Resolution: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plan simple meals for each week (And use services when you need to!).\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shuttling between work, school and extracurriculars can be exhausting, and sometimes there’s just no time for homemade meals. Make things easier on yourself by setting a meal schedule for each week, prepping in advance as much as possible and giving yourself a break on those extra-busy days. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Serve homemade meals when you can, but don’t feel bad about grabbing something quick, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/10-easy-thermos-lunch-ideas-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">packing an easy thermos lunch\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or using a nutritious meal delivery service like \u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nurture Life\u003C/a>. Remember: you don’t have to make homemade bread or slow-braised beef every day to be a “good” parent!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cstrong>5. Slow it Down\u003C/strong>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Guilt Moment\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: “Gymnastics, chess club, swim lessons, tutoring… it’s still not enough!” (or at least in a normal year)\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Resolution: \u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give yourself permission to slow down.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It goes without saying that you want the best for your kids, but piling on more and more enrichment activities can actually become counterproductive—and leave you feeling like you’re never doing enough. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don’t worry about keeping up with your fellow PTA members or providing your kids every single opportunity in the world. Instead, allow yourself to slow down. You might even consider cutting an extracurricular or two in favor of some relaxed, unplanned family time. After all, some of your kids’ best memories will come from those spontaneous trips to the park and spur-of-the-moment movie marathons!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you’re wondering \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to be a better parent\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we’re big believers in this basic guideline: \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">don’t be too hard on yourself\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. There’s no such thing as the perfect parent, and chasing perfection only steals the joy of growing together as a family. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your kids won’t remember skipping one piano lesson or eating takeout two nights in a row; they’ll only remember the interest and love you showed them—and that’s a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/new-years-resolutions-whole-family/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">family new year resolution\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that lasts far longer than a 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=5-better-parent-resolutions-20201223\">\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/5-better-parent-resolutions/\"\n  },\n  \"headline\": \"Leaving “Perfect” Behind: 5 Better Parent Resolutions\",\n  \"description\": \"As the year comes to a close, the new year resolution ideas start to flow. 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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":615,"__typename":171},"https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/8ef3d6178ec6e101f703d1ba5de8178701ddb500e9e8527a76c1b02ab246df2d?s=96&d=mm&r=g",{"title":617,"metaDesc":618,"opengraphUrl":582,"opengraphTitle":619,"opengraphDescription":618,"opengraphImage":620,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":622,"opengraphModifiedTime":623,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":181},"New Year's Resolutions for Parents | Nurture Life","Being a better parent means learning to leave behind negative self-talk and all-too-common feelings of guilt. Start today with these 5 parent resolutions!","Leaving \"Perfect\" Behind: 5 Better Parent Resolutions",{"sourceUrl":621,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/header-desktop.jpg","2020-12-22T14:02:24+00:00","2024-08-12T12:40:28+00:00",{"id":625,"title":626,"slug":627,"link":628,"uri":629,"date":630,"modified":631,"content":632,"featuredImageForMobile":633,"featuredImage":637,"categories":643,"tags":649,"author":700,"seo":706,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDoxNTkxNg==","The Best Gifts for Parents To Make Their Lives Easier","best-gifts-for-parents","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/best-gifts-for-parents/","/blog/best-gifts-for-parents/","2020-11-11T10:56:41","2023-11-08T17:09:59","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The holiday season is upon us! Although this holiday season might be filled with fewer family get togethers or holiday parties, finding gifts for family and friends will always be a part of the season. If your circle of gift recipients includes busy parents, then we’ve got some handpicked recommendations for you! \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We polled the Nurture Life team to find out their favorite gift ideas for parents and then rounded up the top picks below. From eminently practical to purely fun, we’ve got something thoughtful for everyone.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Time-Saving Gifts for Parents\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19296\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-in-text-1.jpg\" alt=\"gifts for parents\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-in-text-1.jpg 600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-in-text-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This year, balancing time at home amid new schedules and work from home routines has been near impossible. So instead of neatly wrapping up a package and putting it under the tree, give your parent friends the gift of time. The helpful services below are super easy to arrange yet incredibly helpful for busy parents.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Cleaning Services\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Little kids make big messes, and there’s nothing better than having someone else to deal with them for once. While any level of cleaning help would be appreciated, you can make your gift a little more special by opting for the deepest clean available—like shampooing the carpet, laundering the drapes or sanitizing the dishwasher. You can find and hire local cleaners on websites/apps like Handy or Tidy or even through Amazon.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Baby Proofing Services\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have friends with toddlers who are just starting to crawl, walk and shove every little thing into their mouths? Then they’re sure to love the gift of professional baby proofing services! \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fairly new and fast-growing industry, professional baby proofers inspect homes to make sure that they’re safe for toddlers and kids. Especially for first-time parents, this service not only saves time and limited parental energy but can also provide priceless peace of mind that, yes, the outlets will be covered, the blind cords will be out of reach and the furniture will be securely anchored in place.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Subscription Boxes\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether the parents are fitness junkies, fashion lovers, book nerds or wine connoisseurs, there’s a subscription box for everything these days. These boxes range from the totally practical and time-saving, like diapers, to the more special and indulgent, like small-batch bean-to-bar chocolate (yes, please!).\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are just a few favorites of the Nurture Life team:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.honest.com/baby-products/diapers-and-wipes-bundle/H01DWB000000S.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Honest Company\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – diapers and baby wipes\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Culinarie Kit\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – gourmet spices, condiments, food samples and cooking utensils\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.birchbox.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birchbox\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – beauty products and personal grooming supplies\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.kiwico.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">KiwiCo Crate\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – arts, crafts and other creative activities for school-aged kids\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://atlascoffeeclub.com/collections/the-perfect-gift-for-any-coffee-lover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Atlas\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – single-origin coffees from around the world\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://fabfitfun.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FabFitFun\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – a little of everything from home goods to beauty\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Cb>Ready-to-Serve Meals\u003C/b>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We can’t make a list of the best gifts for parents without mentioning our own \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/plans/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">baby, toddler and kids meals\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! We may be biased here, but we’re biased for a reason: Nurture Life meals make life easier for parents by taking the time and guesswork out of feeding their kids. Parents don’t have to spend time preparing food, and kids get great-tasting meals, wholesome ingredients and age-appropriate portions.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To gift Nurture Life meals to your friends or family, just \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/gift-cards/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">purchase a gift card\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in any amount. The recipient will be able to choose their own meals to accommodate any food allergies, taste preferences or picky eating habits.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=best-gifts-for-parents-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19297 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/gift-for-parents-CTA1-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"gifts for parents\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/gift-for-parents-CTA1-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/gift-for-parents-CTA1-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/gift-for-parents-CTA1-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/gift-for-parents-CTA1-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/gift-for-parents-CTA1-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/gift-for-parents-CTA1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Practical Gifts to Make Daily Life Easier\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adorable holiday-themed Instagram photos aside, being a parent isn’t always glamorous—which means that the best gifts for parents often aren’t so glamorous, either. “Boring” though they may be, these practical gift ideas are certain to be appreciated!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make everyday life a little easier and more enjoyable, we love these small but useful items:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Col>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Ember-Temperature-Control-Mug-White/dp/B0773WG6NK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Temperature-controlled coffee mugs\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – great for getting parents through busy school mornings or jam-packed weekends\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/High-Road-Organizer-Cooler-Snack/dp/B018XXFBOK/ref=asc_df_B018XXFBOK/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198084439869&hvpos=1o3&hvnetw=g&hvrand=30653182766996562&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9027648&hvtargid=pla-382771503820&psc=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Backseat car organizer\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – stops at least \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">some\u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of the backseat mess on road trips \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/SleepyMe-Soother-Machine-Projector-Portable/dp/B07HFZMTQR/ref=sr_1_33_sspa?keywords=baby+car+seat+alarm&qid=1573967212&s=home-garden&sr=1-33-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUFSUVA5VlFEUUJES1AmZW5jcnlwdGVkSWQ9QTA0MTIyNjczTVU3OElLQzdGWk4mZW5jcnlwdGVkQWRJZD1BMDEyNTM3MjFZT0wzVUZYWUhZNlEmd2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9idGYmYWN0aW9uPWNsaWNrUmVkaXJlY3QmZG9Ob3RMb2dDbGljaz10cnVl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kids sound machine\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – encourages a few more minutes of peaceful ZZZs\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Tidy-Cup-Laundry-Detergent-Fabric-Softener/dp/B00C8S0CQ4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tidy cups\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – stops messy drips from laundry detergent or fabric softener\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Vanderbilt-Collapsible-Laundry-Basket-LOAD/dp/B01BHL4RWW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1466615657&sr=8-1&keywords=collapsible+laundry+basket\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Collapsible laundry hamper\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – makes space in your laundry room for easy storage\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/OGHom-Steamer-Clothes-Handheld-Clothing/dp/B07JGRV3TQ/ref=sxin_2_osp59-bb5d7465_cov?ascsubtag=bb5d7465-6604-45a1-8e8f-ba891411370b&creativeASIN=B07JGRV3TQ&cv_ct_id=amzn1.osp.bb5d7465-6604-45a1-8e8f-ba891411370b&cv_ct_pg=search&cv_ct_wn=osp-search&keywords=portable+steamer&linkCode=oas&pd_rd_i=B07JGRV3TQ&pd_rd_r=73f4b166-a11a-43a7-bee5-80d223577e6c&pd_rd_w=HWAYz&pd_rd_wg=PPIVu&pf_rd_p=a23a388c-add5-49df-b293-a31ade89c6bf&pf_rd_r=3T1CSA4FJDVKJ53VBYXS&qid=1573967125&tag=tbonsite-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portable steamer\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – keeps mom or dad looking sharp, even if the morning was too crazy for ironing\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Bamboo-Chopsticks-Straw-cleaning-Carabiner-Excellent/dp/B07L6PZ7ZX/ref=pd_sbs_79_t_0/134-4206284-0881041?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07L6PZ7ZX&pd_rd_r=6e147835-bfff-4fe5-b8af-8cc88b2e1177&pd_rd_w=lnT3R&pd_rd_wg=i5OQO&pf_rd_p=5cfcfe89-300f-47d2-b1ad-a4e27203a02a&pf_rd_r=7T416H2SB0MPZ8JRENC5&psc=1&refRID=7T416H2SB0MPZ8JRENC5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel utensil set\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – reduces the waste of plastic silverware and fits easily in a purse, diaper bag or kids lunchbox\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Daily-Do-Planner-Notepad-Julianne/dp/B015YE7FNQ?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To do lists\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – perfect for parents who still love paper-based lists\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.thetileapp.com/en-us/store/tiles/sticker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tile stickers or keychains\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> – incredibly useful for finding lost car keys (and actually getting everyone out the door on time)\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ol>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-19298\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-ideas-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"gifts for parents\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-ideas-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-ideas-300x300.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-ideas-150x150.jpg 150w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-ideas-768x768.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Gifts-for-parents-ideas.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not sure which practical item mom or dad needs most? You can’t go wrong with a gift card to their favorite grocery or home goods store! You could even gift them a subscription to Amazon Prime or a nearby wholesale market.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Just for Fun: Experience-Based Gift Ideas\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19300\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/best-gifts-for-parents-in-text-2.jpg\" alt=\"gifts for parents\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/best-gifts-for-parents-in-text-2.jpg 600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/best-gifts-for-parents-in-text-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making parents’ lives easier doesn’t have to be all work and no play. If you’d rather not give something purely practical this holiday season, consider:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gift card to their favorite restaurant for a night of carry-out \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family membership to the local zoo or museum \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At-home \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.etsy.com/listing/859802722/movie-night-gift-box-at-home-movie-night?gpla=1&gao=1&&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=shopping_us_low-low_a-craft_supplies_and_tools-party_and_gifting-packaging_and_wrapping-gift_boxes&utm_custom1=_k_Cj0KCQiA7qP9BRCLARIsABDaZzjFo20naFkUs70OzKf34bY8z_3iviMLFbwxdGK7saTLwgQg2CL49H4aAo1qEALw_wcB_k_&utm_content=go_6721326234_86204089144_388267597614_pla-296429078819_c__859802722_12768591&utm_custom2=6721326234&gclid=Cj0KCQiA7qP9BRCLARIsABDaZzjFo20naFkUs70OzKf34bY8z_3iviMLFbwxdGK7saTLwgQg2CL49H4aAo1qEALw_wcB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">movie night kit\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Subscription to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nymag.com/strategist/article/best-online-workout-classes.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">at-home workout program\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your gift is something that’s parents-only, you could even include a voucher for babysitting services or offer to watch their kids yourself. Getting some alone time isn’t just fun for parents but can also provide a much-needed dose of self-care, which \u003C/span>\u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">definitely \u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">makes daily life more manageable and fun. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With one or two of the ideas above, you’ll be giving the gift of assistance, relief, convenience and entertainment to the busy parents in your lives. More than anything, you’ll be showing your friends and family members how much you care about them and want to support their family—which is, after all, the reason for the season!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=best-gifts-for-parents-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19299 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Final-CTA-best-gift-for-parent-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"gifts for parents\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Final-CTA-best-gift-for-parent-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Final-CTA-best-gift-for-parent-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Final-CTA-best-gift-for-parent-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Final-CTA-best-gift-for-parent-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Final-CTA-best-gift-for-parent-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Final-CTA-best-gift-for-parent.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":634,"__typename":143},{"node":635,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":636,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/best-gifts-for-parents-header-mobile-1.jpg",{"node":638,"__typename":150},{"id":639,"link":640,"sourceUrl":641,"altText":642,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDoxOTMwMQ==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/best-gifts-for-parents/best-gifts-for-parents-header/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/best-gifts-for-parents-header-880x450.jpg","gifts for parents",{"nodes":644,"__typename":156},[645,646,647,648],{"name":25,"slug":26,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":650,"__typename":159},[651,669,685],{"node":652,"__typename":227},{"id":653,"name":654,"posts":655,"__typename":226},"dGVybToyMjk2","best gifts for parents",{"edges":656,"__typename":225},[657],{"node":658,"__typename":224},{"id":625,"slug":627,"categories":659,"title":626,"excerpt":665,"featuredImage":666,"__typename":182},{"nodes":660,"__typename":156},[661,662,663,664],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__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>The holiday season is upon us! Although this holiday season might be filled with fewer family get togethers or holiday parties, finding gifts for family and friends will always be a part of the season. If your circle of gift recipients includes busy parents, then we’ve got some handpicked recommendations for you! We polled the… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/best-gifts-for-parents/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":667,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":668,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/best-gifts-for-parents-header.jpg",{"node":670,"__typename":227},{"id":671,"name":672,"posts":673,"__typename":226},"dGVybToyMjk5","gift ideas for parents",{"edges":674,"__typename":225},[675],{"node":676,"__typename":224},{"id":625,"slug":627,"categories":677,"title":626,"excerpt":665,"featuredImage":683,"__typename":182},{"nodes":678,"__typename":156},[679,680,681,682],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__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":684,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":668,"__typename":141},{"node":686,"__typename":227},{"id":687,"name":642,"posts":688,"__typename":226},"dGVybToyMzAx",{"edges":689,"__typename":225},[690],{"node":691,"__typename":224},{"id":625,"slug":627,"categories":692,"title":626,"excerpt":665,"featuredImage":698,"__typename":182},{"nodes":693,"__typename":156},[694,695,696,697],{"name":25,"slug":26,"id":24,"__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":699,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":668,"__typename":141},{"node":701,"__typename":173},{"authorMeta":702,"name":612,"description":613,"avatar":705,"__typename":172},{"avatar":703,"__typename":166},{"node":704,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":610,"altText":611,"__typename":141},{"url":615,"__typename":171},{"title":707,"metaDesc":708,"opengraphUrl":628,"opengraphTitle":626,"opengraphDescription":708,"opengraphImage":709,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":710,"opengraphModifiedTime":711,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":181},"Best Gifts for Parents | Time-Saving & Practical Gifts","Need holiday gift ideas for parents? In this list, we’re sharing our favorite gifts that make life easier for parents and more fun for everyone.",{"sourceUrl":668,"__typename":141},"2020-11-11T10:56:41+00:00","2023-11-08T17:09:59+00:00",{"id":713,"title":714,"slug":715,"link":716,"uri":717,"date":718,"modified":719,"content":720,"featuredImageForMobile":721,"featuredImage":725,"categories":730,"tags":735,"author":784,"seo":790,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDoxNTgzNA==","How to Plan a Memorable Thanksgiving for Kids","thanksgiving-for-kids","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/thanksgiving-for-kids/","/blog/thanksgiving-for-kids/","2020-11-11T10:33:19","2024-06-17T18:13:50","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many of us, Thanksgiving doesn’t feel the same without family time and visiting extended relatives. But with CDC guidelines discouraging large family gatherings, we all may need to find different ways to make the holiday feel special this year. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To maintain Thanksgiving flavors alongside a whole helping of holiday  fun for your little ones this year, check out our tips below! However you’re celebrating Thanksgiving during this unusual holiday season, we’ve got creative Thanksgiving ideas for kids of all ages—from meal planning to table setting and more.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>1. Plan the Meal\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don’t have to wait until Thanksgiving Day to start sharing the fun of this holiday. A couple of weeks before Turkey Day, sit down for a family meeting to talk about what you’ll be preparing and how everyone will participate. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some fun ideas to consider:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Turn your “meeting” into an imaginative brainstorming session by giving your kids fall-themed colors and having them list all of the fruits or veggies that fit. Then use these lists to help inspire your Thanksgiving menu and to look for recipes as a family. \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have each of your children choose one dish to be “theirs.” When Thanksgiving Day comes, give them more responsibility for this dish, whether it’s preparing the ingredients, mixing it all together or dishing it out. You could even ask your kids to show off their special dish by presenting it to the family and explaining how it was made.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of grocery shopping alone, why not take a little road trip to pick out the ingredients as a family? You can talk about all the traditional Thanksgiving foods on the way and let your kids pick out their own sweet potatoes, squash, pumpkin or other produce.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cb>Picky eater tip\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: As you’re planning the meal, take this opportunity to talk about the vegetables you’ll be eating on Thanksgiving, including the ones that your kids don’t like. Setting expectations early, without making a big deal out of it, can prevent mealtime surprises and \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-create-a-healthy-thanksgiving-plate-for-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">help your kids build a healthier Thanksgiving plate\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=thanksgiving-for-kids-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19333 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/CTA-fun-thanksgiving--1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving for kids\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/CTA-fun-thanksgiving--1024x512.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/CTA-fun-thanksgiving--300x150.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/CTA-fun-thanksgiving--768x384.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/CTA-fun-thanksgiving-.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>2. Make the Decorations\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No need to buy expensive decorations to get those warm Thanksgiving vibes! Homemade crafts are a fun way to \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/recycling-for-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teach your kids how to recycle\u003C/span>\u003C/a> \u003Ci>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and \u003C/span>\u003C/i>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fill your home with adorable fall-themed decor. \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spice up your Thanksgiving kids table with these cute yet simple holiday crafts:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.hgtv.com/design/make-and-celebrate/handmade/easy-to-craft-fall-leaf-centerpiece\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Leaf centerpieces\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Send your kids outside to gather sticks and branches and then have them color large leaf shapes out of paper. Paint the branches, glue the leaves on and then arrange your little trees in vases.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Table runners\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Buy a roll of craft paper, spread it down the center of your table and set out crayons or pencils. When your kids start getting antsy in the middle of the meal, they’ll have a ready-made activity to keep them busy.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://www.thebestideasforkids.com/toilet-paper-roll-turkey/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Toilet paper roll turkeys\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: With some paint, googly eyes and construction paper feathers, you can turn everyday \u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recyclables\u003C/span>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into cute turkeys to set up around the house. You could even hide them around the yard and have a post-meal game to find all the turkeys!\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>Thankful placemats\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: On a piece of construction paper, write, “I am thankful for _________.” Let your little one jazz it up with crayons, ribbons or glitter and then use it as their Thanksgiving placemat. Before you start eating, work on filling in the blank together!\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19320\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thansgiving-for-kids-header-mobile-1024x667.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving for kids\" width=\"600\" height=\"391\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thansgiving-for-kids-header-mobile-1024x667.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thansgiving-for-kids-header-mobile-300x195.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thansgiving-for-kids-header-mobile-768x500.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thansgiving-for-kids-header-mobile-1536x1000.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thansgiving-for-kids-header-mobile-1200x781.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/thansgiving-for-kids-header-mobile.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>3. Prepare the Meal\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You’ve already worked together to plan the meal, so keep your kids involved by giving them age-appropriate tasks in the kitchen! Younger kids can fetch ingredients or wash them, and older kids can help with cutting, mixing and cooking. The more involved your kids are, the more excited they’ll be about contributing to the Thanksgiving feast.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make your Thanksgiving kids table even more fun, take all those traditional foods and incorporate an extra touch of holiday creativity:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.amazon.com/Freshware-CB-600RD-8-Cavity-Silicone-Chocolate/dp/B00BCCH75Q/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=pumpkin+shape+mold&qid=1572158732&sr=8-6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fall-themed molds\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of leaves, turkeys or pumpkins to chill \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://joyfoodsunshine.com/vegan-pumpkin-pie/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mini no-bake pumpkin pies\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are perfectly bite-sized and not too rich.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cut ridges into the edges of unbaked rolls so they’ll rise into a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"http://rhodesbakenserv.com/blog/blog/pumpkin-shaped-rolls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">perfect little pumpkin\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> while baking.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of tossing your fruit salad, let your kids arrange the pieces into an \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.cleanandscentsible.com/chocolate-turkey-fondue/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adorable fruit turkey\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! Pair it with cute food picks for a nutritious snack station. \u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don’t have any meal prep tasks to share, your kids can work on last-minute decorations or go ahead and set the table.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>4. Set the Table\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the food’s cooking, it’s time to get the table ready:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gather up the decorations your kids made and spread them across your tables, snack stations and self-serve areas.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put some extra fun on the table with Thanksgiving-themed silverware, table cloths or these \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.mychinet.com/ideas/crafts/turkey-napkin-fold/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">precious folded napkin turkeys\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the finishing touch, have your kids cut out turkey feathers and feet from construction paper. Then arrange them at each place setting so that the plate will create an adorable turkey shape.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now all that’s left to do is dig in! \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19321\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/in-text-3.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving for kids\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/in-text-3.jpg 600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/in-text-3-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>5. Play Games \u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To ward off that post-turkey sleepiness and give your kids an active way to end the day, finish your Thanksgiving celebration with fun outdoor or virtual games. Games can be a fun way for your kids to burn off their holiday energy or to check in with relatives who couldn’t make it this year.  \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Play a game of touch football or Capture the Flag.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go on a treasure hunt down your street for the most unique fall leaves.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Host a game of \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://teambuilding.com/blog/virtual-thanksgiving\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">virtual Thanksgiving Bingo\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.countryliving.com/diy-crafts/g4698/thanksgiving-games/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Family Feud\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> over video chat\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a “pumpkin-pushing” race, where your kids use sticks to roll little pumpkins across the yard.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Play “find the turkey” with the toilet paper roll turkeys your kids made.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want something to do indoors, try playing a kid-friendly party game like charades or a homemade version of Pictionary. Bonus points for making your own Thanksgiving-themed charade cards to get your kids to act like a turkey!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With these easy tips and a spirit of adventure, you can engage your kids’ interest and build family memories that last a lifetime. After all, the best Thanksgiving for kids isn’t about getting every single recipe exactly right; it’s about having fun together and sharing gratitude—even when the turkey gets burned. Happy Thanksgiving!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=thanksgiving-for-kids-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19323 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-thanksgiving-meals-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving for kids\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-thanksgiving-meals-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-thanksgiving-meals-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-thanksgiving-meals-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-thanksgiving-meals-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-thanksgiving-meals-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-thanksgiving-meals.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":722,"__typename":143},{"node":723,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":724,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/memorable-thanksgiving-header-mobile-1.jpg",{"node":726,"__typename":150},{"id":727,"link":728,"sourceUrl":729,"altText":19,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDoxOTMyNA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/thanksgiving-for-kids/memorable-thanksgiving-header/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/memorable-thanksgiving-header-880x450.jpg",{"nodes":731,"__typename":156},[732,733,734],{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":736,"__typename":159},[737,754,769],{"node":738,"__typename":227},{"id":739,"name":740,"posts":741,"__typename":226},"dGVybToyMjU4","easy",{"edges":742,"__typename":225},[743],{"node":744,"__typename":224},{"id":713,"slug":715,"categories":745,"title":714,"excerpt":750,"featuredImage":751,"__typename":182},{"nodes":746,"__typename":156},[747,748,749],{"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>For many of us, Thanksgiving doesn’t feel the same without family time and visiting extended relatives. But with CDC guidelines discouraging large family gatherings, we all may need to find different ways to make the holiday feel special this year.  To maintain Thanksgiving flavors alongside a whole helping of holiday  fun for your little ones… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/thanksgiving-for-kids/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":752,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":753,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/memorable-thanksgiving-header.jpg",{"node":755,"__typename":227},{"id":756,"name":757,"posts":758,"__typename":226},"dGVybToyMjYw","memories",{"edges":759,"__typename":225},[760],{"node":761,"__typename":224},{"id":713,"slug":715,"categories":762,"title":714,"excerpt":750,"featuredImage":767,"__typename":182},{"nodes":763,"__typename":156},[764,765,766],{"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":768,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":753,"__typename":141},{"node":770,"__typename":227},{"id":771,"name":772,"posts":773,"__typename":226},"dGVybTo0NTI=","thanksgiving",{"edges":774,"__typename":225},[775],{"node":776,"__typename":224},{"id":713,"slug":715,"categories":777,"title":714,"excerpt":750,"featuredImage":782,"__typename":182},{"nodes":778,"__typename":156},[779,780,781],{"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":783,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":753,"__typename":141},{"node":785,"__typename":173},{"authorMeta":786,"name":612,"description":613,"avatar":789,"__typename":172},{"avatar":787,"__typename":166},{"node":788,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":610,"altText":611,"__typename":141},{"url":615,"__typename":171},{"title":791,"metaDesc":792,"opengraphUrl":716,"opengraphTitle":714,"opengraphDescription":792,"opengraphImage":793,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":794,"opengraphModifiedTime":795,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":181},"How to Plan a Memorable Thanksgiving for Kids | Nurture Life","The countdown to Turkey Day has begun! Get your kids excited for a day of family fun with these creative Thanksgiving ideas for kids.",{"sourceUrl":753,"__typename":141},"2020-11-11T10:33:19+00:00","2024-06-17T18:13:50+00:00",{"id":797,"title":798,"slug":799,"link":800,"uri":801,"date":802,"modified":803,"content":804,"featuredImageForMobile":805,"featuredImage":809,"categories":815,"tags":820,"author":848,"seo":854,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDo3NDY5","How to Create a Healthy Thanksgiving Plate for Kids","how-to-create-a-healthy-thanksgiving-plate-for-kids","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-create-a-healthy-thanksgiving-plate-for-kids/","/blog/how-to-create-a-healthy-thanksgiving-plate-for-kids/","2020-11-11T10:11:33","2024-07-09T16:53:36","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, which means navigating this year’s changes while trying to maintain family filled moments around the dinner table. Because your whole family might not be able to get together,  it’s especially important to enjoy Thanksgiving traditions this year. However, this food-centered holiday  can often lead to unhealthy eating. Although excess eating every once in a while is nothing to frown upon, it often increases during Thanksgiving and persists through the holiday season. We want to provide dietitian-driven advice on \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/prevent-holiday-overeating/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to help your child combat overeating\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and how to create a balanced plate for you and your kids this Thanksgiving.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once the turkey is stuffed and the table is set, it’s time to give thanks for all that you have, fill your plate and dig in. Here are some important tips for creating healthy, balanced plates this holiday season.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Prepare for a Healthy Thanksgiving Meal With Your Kids\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Thanksgiving meal begins with deciding what dishes to serve. This is a great time to engage children to be a part of the process. When children are included in meal planning, they have a chance to express their favorite dishes, which may increase engagement at mealtime. While it may seem easier to let the adults take on all of the cooking, involving kids can be helpful for completing simple tasks. Whether it’s washing vegetables, measuring ingredients or assisting in mixing, getting your kids involved with Thanksgiving prep builds confidence in their cooking skills and furthers their interest in what will be served.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19312\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-plates-empty-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving for kids\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-plates-empty-1024x683.jpg 600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-plates-empty-1024x683-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Portion control with age-appropriate plate sizes for your kids\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As children have different nutritional needs than adults, they should have different portion sizes. Choose a plate that is suitable for their age, which will promote age-appropriate portions. A typical adult-sized plate is 12 inches. Aim for a six-inch plate for toddlers and a nine-inch plate for kids and early adolescents. If you have a picky eater who prefers that their food not touch, consider using a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://re-play.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sectioned plate for their meal.\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using age-appropriate plate sizes allows your kids to build a proportionate meal themselves. Rather than limiting them verbally when they are taking heaping scoops of mashed potatoes, give them a smaller plate at the beginning to limit their total servings to an appropriate amount. Changing plate size to suit your kid’s needs, in addition to active conversations with your child about balancing food groups on their plate, will help them establish \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/kids-food-creating-positive-relationship/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a positive relationship with food\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.  \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19313\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-plates-full-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving for kids\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-plates-full-1024x683.jpg 600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-plates-full-1024x683-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Fill Your Kid’s Plates With Fruits and Vegetables\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When building your child’s plate, start with fruits and veggies. Go directly for the green beans, sweet potatoes, fruit medley or any fresh produce that is served. You can ensure that \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/get-kids-eat-vegetables/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vegetables do not go unforgotten\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> among the other delicious offerings by filling the plate with these options first. Not only will this provide a colorful plate, but your child will also get a dose of vitamins and minerals.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Stick to Lean Meats\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to protein, turkey is typically the main star of Thanksgiving. While turkey is delicious, dark meat tends to be higher in fat and calories than white meat. When selecting turkey for your child, go for smaller pieces of skinless, white meat. If you have a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/nurture-life-meals-for-picky-eaters/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">picky eater\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> on your hands, this will be a particularly suitable option because it is fairly neutral in both flavor and color, making it an approachable food for them to consume. A small side of gravy is helpful for adding flavor to the meal. Treat it as a dipping sauce to avoid excess gravy on the plate.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Desserts in Moderation\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It would be unrealistic to expect your child to avoid desserts during Thanksgiving. Instead, try to moderate them. Allow your kids to have a small portion of dessert at the end of the meal, no larger than what can fit in the palm of their hand. In addition, try waiting to enjoy dessert until the end of the meal as they should already be satisfied from dinner and will hopefully indulge in a fewer amount of sweets. Lastly, try adding a glass of milk to the dessert course as it’ll secretly fill them up and give them that extra dose of calcium.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Use Thanksgiving Dinner to Teach Kids About Food and Healthy Eating\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because many foods eaten at the Thanksgiving dinner table are consumed annually, this holiday provides an excellent opportunity for your child to learn about and try new foods. Aim for a colorful plate of vegetables, fruit, carbohydrates and lean protein. Our suggestion is to incorporate a green vegetable such as Brussels sprouts or green beans, choose a seasonal fruit such as stewed apples or cranberries, select bright orange sweet potatoes, butternut squash or another starchy vegetable as the carbohydrate, and round out the balanced plate with white turkey meat as a source of lean, high quality protein. It is important to focus on the balance of these food groups as holiday meals can often be carbohydrate heavy. \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.myplate.gov/MyPlate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MyPlate guidelines\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> demonstrate a great visual representation of food groups. By encouraging children to eat new dishes, they are able to expand their palate and hopefully incorporate these new foods routinely throughout the year.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During this abnormal year, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to express appreciation for all of the loved ones in your life—even if you may not be able to share the holiday with them this year. . By involving your kids in the meal planning process and teaching them effective strategies on how to balance their Thanksgiving plate, your family can find a balance between eating healthy and making the most out of this holiday.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=how-to-create-a-healthy-thanksgiving-plate-for-kids-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19314 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-cozy-menu-final-copy-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving for kids\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-cozy-menu-final-copy-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-cozy-menu-final-copy-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-cozy-menu-final-copy-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-cozy-menu-final-copy-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-cozy-menu-final-copy-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/CTA-cozy-menu-final-copy.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":806,"__typename":143},{"node":807,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":808,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-Plate-header-mobile-1.jpg",{"node":810,"__typename":150},{"id":811,"link":812,"sourceUrl":813,"altText":814,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDoxOTMxNg==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-create-a-healthy-thanksgiving-plate-for-kids/thanksgiving-plate-header/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-Plate-header-880x450.jpg","Thanksgiving for kids",{"nodes":816,"__typename":156},[817,818,819],{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"edges":821,"__typename":159},[822],{"node":823,"__typename":227},{"id":824,"name":825,"posts":826,"__typename":226},"dGVybToyMjY3","thanksgiving for kids",{"edges":827,"__typename":225},[828,837],{"node":829,"__typename":224},{"id":713,"slug":715,"categories":830,"title":714,"excerpt":750,"featuredImage":835,"__typename":182},{"nodes":831,"__typename":156},[832,833,834],{"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":836,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":753,"__typename":141},{"node":838,"__typename":224},{"id":797,"slug":799,"categories":839,"title":798,"excerpt":844,"featuredImage":845,"__typename":182},{"nodes":840,"__typename":156},[841,842,843],{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":61,"slug":62,"id":60,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},"\u003Cp>Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, which means navigating this year’s changes while trying to maintain family filled moments around the dinner table. Because your whole family might not be able to get together,  it’s especially important to enjoy Thanksgiving traditions this year. However, this food-centered holiday  can often lead to unhealthy eating. Although excess eating every… \u003Ca href=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-create-a-healthy-thanksgiving-plate-for-kids/\">Read More\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"node":846,"__typename":150},{"sourceUrl":847,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Thanksgiving-Plate-header.jpg",{"node":849,"__typename":173},{"authorMeta":850,"name":568,"description":569,"avatar":853,"__typename":172},{"avatar":851,"__typename":166},{"node":852,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":567,"altText":19,"__typename":141},{"url":571,"__typename":171},{"title":855,"metaDesc":856,"opengraphUrl":800,"opengraphTitle":798,"opengraphDescription":856,"opengraphImage":857,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":858,"opengraphModifiedTime":859,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":181},"Healthy Thanksgiving Plate Ideas for Kids | Nurture Life","Don’t be as stuffed as the turkey! We ensure a wholesome, balanced Thanksgiving meal for your family by controlling portions and food groups on the plate.",{"sourceUrl":847,"__typename":141},"2020-11-11T10:11:33+00:00","2024-07-09T16:53:36+00:00",{"id":861,"title":862,"slug":863,"link":864,"uri":865,"date":866,"modified":867,"content":868,"featuredImageForMobile":869,"featuredImage":873,"categories":879,"tags":883,"author":885,"seo":891,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDo3NTI3","How to Manage the Holidays With Your Toddler","manage-holidays-toddler","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/manage-holidays-toddler/","/blog/manage-holidays-toddler/","2020-11-11T08:19:33","2023-10-05T17:44:50","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The holidays are a wonderful opportunity to spend quality time with your little ones, from enjoying brunch at home to going outside and taking in nature. However, this year’s disruptions might add a bit of chaos to an already busy time of year. During this uncertainty, it’s especially important to establish a routine for your toddler so that your whole family can make the most of this unusual holiday season. Here are our tips for keeping your toddler happy and healthy through the 2020 holidays! \u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>1. Stick to the Sleep Schedule\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During a holiday break, your little one might not have preschool or attend their regular activities. Even so, try not to let their schedule go out the window. Wake them up at the same time they’d get up any other day, try not to skip naps and start the evening routine whenever you normally do. Most toddlers thrive under a predictable, steady schedule that allows them enough rest, so fight the temptation to let it slide.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>2. Try Not to Plan More Than One Event Per Day\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though this season may not include traveling or large holiday events, toddlers still need downtime to relax. Make sure you prepare your little one in advance by carving out special alone time, whether it’s reading, crafting or just cuddling. If they don’t get downtime, meltdowns are more likely to occur.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>3. Hold the Sugar\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cookies, pies, candy—holiday sweets are everywhere this time of year. A treat every now and then is OK, but try not to let your toddler’s sugar consumption go wild just because it’s the holidays. To satisfy their sweet tooth, stick to fresh fruits and healthier versions of tasty desserts. Wait to enjoy dessert at the end of the meal so your toddler can fill up on a nutritious, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/how-to-create-a-healthy-thanksgiving-plate-for-kids/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">well-rounded dinner\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can also add a glass of milk to the dessert course, as it’ll fill them up and give them an extra dose of calcium.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=manage-holidays-toddler-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19327 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holiday-CTA-1-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"healthy meals for toddlers\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holiday-CTA-1-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holiday-CTA-1-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holiday-CTA-1-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holiday-CTA-1-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holiday-CTA-1-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holiday-CTA-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>4. Avoid Overeating\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how you’re celebrating, food is a central part of the holiday season—and it’s all too easy to overeat. Help your toddler resist the temptation to fill up too often with \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/blog/prevent-holiday-overeating/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a few of these strategies\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Bring healthy sides to a big dinner, for example, and get some exercise as a family between holiday activities. Combat portion control by using a six-inch plate, which is the age-appropriate size for your toddler. When building your little one’s plate, start with fruits and veggies and stick to lean proteins.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>5. Shatterproof the Tree\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Everyone loves beautiful tree decor, but ornaments made of glass can easily break if little hands accidentally cause them to fall. Deck your tree with shatterproof ornaments that can handle your toddler’s shaking, dropping and throwing.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>6. Create a Barrier\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent small kids from reaching up and grabbing lights, ornaments or other things from the tree, stack a few heavy boxes in front of it. Make sure they’re high enough so your toddler won’t be tempted to climb, and encourage them to enjoy the beauty of the tree from a safe distance.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>7. Display Fragile Things Up High\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether it’s a ceramic village on the mantel or a glass angel that tops the tree, keep breakable decor up high where little hands can’t reach.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>8. Go for the Faux Glow\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Flickering candles help make the season bright, but for safety’s sake, set out LED candles instead. You can even buy pillar candles made of real wax with LED lights inside, so you won’t miss the beauty of the real thing.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>9. Bundle Up\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you live in a region where temperatures plummet during the winter months, you can still go outside and have fun building a snowman, sledding and doing other activities—just make sure you dress your toddler for warmth. Most of their skin should be covered; hats and gloves are a must! Take frequent breaks in a heated car if you need to. Remember to unbundle when indoors so your little one doesn’t get overheated.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>10. Take Your Time When Shopping During the Holidays\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Little legs and curious eyes need extra time. If you go holiday shopping this year, make it manageable for your little one by slowing down, even if it takes a little longer. Give breaks from being in a stroller so that your toddler can stretch their legs. Take the time to look at things that interest them, and try to plan shopping trips during less busy times so it’s not so crowded.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you’re shopping all day, make sure to take a lunch break to avoid meltdowns. You can also stop in a bookstore for a little downtime reading. Make sure to plan for a nap in the car on your way home too, which may mean driving around for awhile to let them sleep before returning home.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>11. Be a Rule Breaker\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All year long we set rules around everything from screen time to sugar intake, but the holidays are for giving your kids and yourself a break. While in moderation, giving in a little can save you some sanity and provide your toddler with an extra treat. The new year means a fresh start, even for your little ones!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>12. Call for Backup\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sometimes, we just need a break. You’re entitled to “me time,” especially during the holidays. Don’t feel guilty asking for help with your little one for a few hours. Sometimes we need to get things done that can feel impossible with your little one (like wrapping gifts!), and that time away will hopefully make you feel refreshed.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though it might seem like a challenge, keeping your toddler happy and healthy during the holidays  can definitely be done. Keep in mind a few safety tips while decorating your house, plan for extra time out-and-about with your little one and definitely stick to a schedule your toddler is used to. No matter the circumstances, the season is a special time to share with your family, and a few simple steps and precautions can help make it safe, healthy and fun.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=manage-holidays-toddler-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19328 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holidays-finals-CTA-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"healthy meals for toddlers\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holidays-finals-CTA-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holidays-finals-CTA-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holidays-finals-CTA-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holidays-finals-CTA-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holidays-finals-CTA-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Toddler-holidays-finals-CTA.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":870,"__typename":143},{"node":871,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":872,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/toddler-holidays-header-mobile-1.jpg",{"node":874,"__typename":150},{"id":875,"link":876,"sourceUrl":877,"altText":878,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDoxOTMzMA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/manage-holidays-toddler/toddler-holidays-header/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/toddler-holidays-header-880x450.jpg","healthy meals for toddlers",{"nodes":880,"__typename":156},[881,882],{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"name":115,"slug":116,"__typename":6},{"edges":884,"__typename":159},[],{"node":886,"__typename":173},{"authorMeta":887,"name":612,"description":613,"avatar":890,"__typename":172},{"avatar":888,"__typename":166},{"node":889,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":610,"altText":611,"__typename":141},{"url":615,"__typename":171},{"title":892,"metaDesc":893,"opengraphUrl":864,"opengraphTitle":862,"opengraphDescription":893,"opengraphImage":894,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":896,"opengraphModifiedTime":897,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19,"__typename":181},"How to Manage the Holidays With Your Toddler | Nurture Life","The holiday season can be tricky with toddlers. Being mindful with activities, shopping and decorating can help you manage the holidays with your toddler.",{"sourceUrl":895,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/toddler-holidays-header.jpg","2020-11-11T08:19:33+00:00","2023-10-05T17:44:50+00:00",{"id":899,"title":900,"slug":901,"link":902,"uri":903,"date":904,"modified":905,"content":906,"featuredImageForMobile":907,"featuredImage":911,"categories":917,"tags":922,"author":940,"seo":946,"__typename":182},"cG9zdDoxMDgyNg==","Beyond the Gingerbread House: Fun Holiday Crafts for Kids","fun-holiday-crafts-for-kids","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/fun-holiday-crafts-for-kids/","/blog/fun-holiday-crafts-for-kids/","2020-11-10T06:12:47","2023-10-06T13:09:43","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cancellation of some normal holiday activities doesn’t mean that normal holiday fun has to end! Particularly during this unusual year, the holiday season is a wonderful time for families to disconnect from the stresses of daily life and enjoy quality time together. If you’re looking for thoughtful ways to spend the holidays with your children, try out a few of the holiday craft ideas below! Engaging and easy, these handmade projects make great holiday crafts for kids of all ages.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Deck the Halls: Crafts as Holiday Decor\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of buying new decor every time a garland breaks or a light goes out, show your kids how fun it can be to decorate your home with hand-crafted creations!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"https://sewsensational.wordpress.com/2012/11/10/toilet-roll-choirs/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Toilet Roll Choirs\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make a solo singer or an entire group of carolers using empty toilet rolls, paint and an old magazine. If your little ones play with dolls, you can even borrow the dolls’ winter clothing and accessories for a fun, personalized touch!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.papernstitchblog.com/diy-gingerbread-man-decoration/\">\u003Cb>DIY Cardboard Gingerbread Men\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We’ve all got spare boxes lying around, which makes these cardboard gingerbread men one of the easiest holiday crafts for kids. Cut a gingerbread-man shape from any cardboard box (Nurture Life boxes work perfectly!), and then let your little ones go wild with yarn, buttons, pom poms, paint and ribbon. This craft provides all the fun of real gingerbread men without the added sugar!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"https://iheartcraftythings.com/paper-straw-snowflakes-preschool.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Paper Straw Snowflakes\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using only paper straws (or plastic, if that’s what’s in the pantry), cardstock and decorative beads, these snowflakes will turn your home into a winter wonderland. They’re also good practice for the fine motor skills of gluing, arranging and cutting with kid-safe scissors.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Share the Yum: Holiday Craft Ideas for Healthy Snacks\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many families, holidays are synonymous with food, and the healthy snack crafts below definitely scratch that itch. We especially love these holiday craft ideas because they’re just as much about spending time together as they are about building a positive relationship with food—which is a gift that will truly keep on giving!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"http://www.roxyskitchen.com/egg-snowman.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Frosty the Egg Snowman\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This imaginative snack packs an adorable protein punch to power your kid’s holiday celebrations. Simply stack two hard-boiled eggs, add peppercorns for the buttons and eyes, and then place a triangular carrot for the perfect nose.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sLPx7Uzhy5c&t=1s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Kid-Friendly Peanut Butter Snacks\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This video shows five easy, kid-friendly peanut butter snacks for any time of year. To make them a little more festive for the holiday season, try these creative tweaks:\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cul>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>PB Banana Popsicles\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Instead of using a whole banana, cut it into three small pieces. Cover each piece with peanut butter, dip it in unsweetened coconut and then stack them together to make a cute frozen snowman for your kids to decorate.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003Cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Cb>PB Raspberry Waffles\u003C/b>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Serve raspberries, nuts, and other wholesome toppings for your kids to design their own holiday scenes on top of their whole-wheat waffles. Fun ideas include \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"http://www.yourfoodstory.com/blog/2014/12/22/holiday-snacks\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sliced banana snowmen\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.stockpilingmoms.com/fruit-candy-cane/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">all-fruit “candy canes”\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a \u003C/span>\u003Ca href=\"https://sweetandsimpleliving.com/grinch-fruit-kabobs/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">green grape Grinch\u003C/span>\u003C/a>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u003C/span>\u003C/li>\n\u003C/ul>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"https://cutefetti.com/diy-polar-bear-cups/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Polar Bear Popcorn Cups\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All you need for this North Pole-inspired craft is white plastic cups, permanent markers, googly eyes and a ribbon for the scarf! After your kids have drawn their polar bear faces, fill them with air-popped popcorn for a nutritious whole-grain snack.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=fun-holiday-crafts-for-kids-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19338 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"holiday crafts for kids\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch2>\u003Cb>Spread the Love: Handmade Crafts as Gifts\u003C/b>\u003C/h2>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond the excitement of glueing on googly eyes and cutting out cardboard, crafting with your kids is a natural way to teach them what the holidays are really about: showing your loved ones how much you care. Make these holiday crafts with your kids so they can participate in the gift-giving fun!\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"https://sewing.com/diy-handkerchief/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Handmade Handkerchiefs\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using fabric crayons on an ironed handkerchief, your children can create a personalized gift that parents and grandparents will treasure for a lifetime.\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-19339\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/holiday-crafts-in-text-2.jpg\" alt=\"Holiday crafts for kids\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/holiday-crafts-in-text-2.jpg 600w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/holiday-crafts-in-text-2-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" />\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"https://www.craftymorning.com/fingerprint-christmas-light-craft-for/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Fingerprint Holiday Cards\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Help your kids make their mark with adorable art that displays a string of holiday lights made with their thumbprints. Simply draw a curly black line to represent the string, and then have your little ones add the lights by dipping their fingers in different colors of paint.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To demonstrate that the best gifts come from the heart, help your children brainstorm and design a “coupon” to put inside the card—for example, a lunch date, a movie night or a trip to the park. A thoughtful coupon will take the focus away from material gifts and instead put it on shared experiences.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch3>\u003Ca href=\"https://plaidonline.com/projects/handmade-snowflake-wrapping-paper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u003Cb>Snowflake Wrapping Paper\u003C/b>\u003C/a>\u003C/h3>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This handmade wrapping paper will put the finishing touch on your kids’ crafty gifts. Use any holiday-themed stencil you like, or encourage your children to draw their own patterns from scratch.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These holiday craft ideas are just the beginning! Take advantage of those days off from school to inspire your little one’s creativity, spend valuable time together and spread the holiday cheer.\u003C/span>\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp>\u003Ca href=\"https://nurturelife.com/menus/?utm_source=blog_internal&utm_medium=display&utm_campaign=conversion&utm_content=fun-holiday-crafts-for-kids-20201111\">\u003Cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19340 size-large\" src=\"https://content.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"holiday crafts for kids\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-300x131.jpg 300w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-768x336.jpg 768w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1536x672.jpg 1536w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts-1200x525.jpg 1200w, https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/CTA-Holiday-crafts.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" />\u003C/a>\u003C/p>\n",{"mobileImage":908,"__typename":143},{"node":909,"__typename":142},{"sourceUrl":910,"__typename":141},"https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Holiday-craft-header-mobile-1.jpg",{"node":912,"__typename":150},{"id":913,"link":914,"sourceUrl":915,"altText":916,"__typename":141},"cG9zdDoxOTMzNA==","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/blog/fun-holiday-crafts-for-kids/holiday-craft-header/","https://content.dev.nurturelife.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Holiday-craft-header-880x450.jpg","holiday crafts for kids",{"nodes":918,"__typename":156},[919,920,921],{"name":8,"slug":9,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"__typename":6},{"edges":923,"__typename":159},[924],{"node":925,"__typename":227},{"id":926,"name":916,"posts":927,"__typename":226},"dGVybTozOTQy",{"edges":928,"__typename":225},[929],{"node":930,"__typename":224},{"id":899,"slug":901,"categories":931,"title":900,"excerpt":936,"featuredImage":937,"__typename":182},{"nodes":932,"__typename":156},[933,934,935],{"name":8,"slug":9,"id":7,"__typename":6},{"name":52,"slug":53,"id":51,"__typename":6},{"name":97,"slug":98,"id":96,"__typename":6},"\u003Cp>The cancellation of some normal holiday activities doesn’t mean that normal holiday fun has to end! 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Great for decorating, healthy snacking and gift-giving!",{"sourceUrl":939,"__typename":141},"2020-11-10T06:12:47+00:00","2023-10-06T13:09:43+00:00",{"__typename":6,"id":96,"name":97,"slug":98,"uri":99,"seo":953},{"__typename":12,"title":101,"metaDesc":19,"opengraphUrl":102,"opengraphTitle":103,"opengraphDescription":19,"opengraphImage":17,"opengraphType":18,"opengraphPublishedTime":19,"opengraphModifiedTime":19,"opengraphSiteName":20,"metaRobotsNoindex":21,"metaRobotsNofollow":22,"twitterDescription":19,"twitterImage":17,"twitterTitle":19},1751870901763]