Hello Reader, Attention PARENTS and CLINICIANS: Iron is one nutrient we want to keep on our radar when it comes to babies, toddlers, and teens. And to be honest, us moms too. #AD Iron is essential for making red blood cells, transporting oxygen, and supporting healthy brain development. Yet an estimated 1 in 10 Canadian children aged 3–4 years has low iron. So, what can we do? We summed up some tips in this instagram post. Save that and read on: It is far better to prevent low iron than to...
7 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Friends...we're not sure how this happened but it's almost the end of October! We've come out of what felt like a harder-that-usual season. There was the loss of a family member, illnesses, home renos, and back-to-back deadlines. But guess what? We're practicing gratitude for the little things. Like, the boys being excited about back-t0-school, watching 90s movies, family gatherings, and tasty food. Speaking of food... We're writing to introduce you to our newest creation (btw...
15 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Today on the blog we have 6 Easy Halloween Snacks you can make with your kiddos, one of which your baby (9 months and older) can enjoy with you! You're in for spooky fun... Like seriously, how cute? Even better, they don't take hours to prepare. We kept in mind that you're a busy parent so these ideas are all extra easy! Get the recipes and tutorials here! Happy Halloween!
18 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, If you’re like us, you’re probably a solid month into making and packing lunches and getting back into a groove after the summer craze! While you’re packing those lunches, you might be looking down and wondering…. Are they eating enough vegetables?Are they getting enough iron?Are they going to eat anything besides crackers today? 😂 And then you see a headline about pesticides on strawberries and suddenly you're wondering if the fruit you packed in their lunch is something you...
27 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there, Starting solids can feel exciting... and a little overwhelming! Both things can be true at the same time! If you’re wondering how to prevent choking, what foods to offer first, or how to really feel more confident at the table, we’d love to invite you to our FREE upcoming webinar: Starting Solids? 5 Things Parents Need to Know In this short, practical session, we’ll cover the key things parents wish they had known before the first bite — so you can start solids with more confidence...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello hello Reader, There are some recipes you make once and think, “Yep, that was good.” And then there are recipes that somehow disappear from the kitchen before you’ve even had a chance to put them away. This Healthy Applesauce Snack Cake is definitely the second kind. It’s soft, moist, and packed with cozy apple-cinnamon flavour perfect for the fall season. 🍂 And, we get to share the recipe with you thanks to a partnership with the Canadian Sugar Institute (sponsored). And because we know...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Packing lunches can feel like a daily puzzle. Something they'll actually eat. Something that holds up until noon. Something you haven't packed thirty days running. These solve all three. 🥰 Meet our Mix and Match Pizza Rolls. This recipe took us five test batches to get right; which means they're pretty much perfect. Freezer-friendly and endlessly customizable, so you can rotate the fillings and quietly build your child's variety (we review all that in the blog post). 🍕 BAKE EM...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Meet our stuffed meat buns! They're a school lunch recipe that your kids will actually get excited about (eating AND making). This recipe is a bit of a project—but it’s not complicated. And once you make a big batch, you’ll have a freezer full of soft, savoury buns ready to tuck into lunch boxes. They’re made with seasoned beef and lentils, making them a great source of iron; a nutrient that supports kids’ energy, brain development, and learning. Plus, two buns offer 9 grams of...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Meet your new family favourite: Banana Carrot Zucchini Muffins! These muffins are bursting with flavour and packed with wholesome ingredients that little ones actually enjoy eating. Soft, moist, and just sweet enough, they make snack time feel extra special. ✨ Ready to bake a batch? 🌟 Click here to view the full recipe! 🌟 In health and happiness, Jess and Nita P.S. We'd love to see your Banana Carrot Zucchini Muffins creations! Share your baking adventures with us on social...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read