A toddler snack worth making from scratch 🐘


Oh well hello Reader,


We hope you're keeping well and that the start of spring is feeling like a time of renewal. If we can be honest, Nita's had a tough few weeks with parenting-things and feeling like there's a lot of balls "in the air" ready to fall. And this time of the year is especially tough for Jessica too--the awkward weather, big family changes and allll the things.

All this to say, if you're in the thick of it, so are we and thankfully there's always food for a nice dopamine hit. *insert nervous laughter*

Well, here we go with our latest recipe share.

It's our version of homemade animal crackers!

They’re buttery, crisp, lightly sweetened with maple syrup, and made with oat flour for a little whole grain goodness. Think: a fun homemade version of the iconic snack many of us grew up with — but with simpler ingredients and less sugar.

And honestly? They make such a sweet afternoon activity with toddlers. Rolling, cutting shapes, rolling dough… it’s the kind of kitchen memory that sticks (messes and all!).

Why we love them:

🐘 Familiar snack made from scratch
🌾 Fibre from oats
🍁 Lower in sugar than many store-bought cookies
🧸 Fun to make with kids
🎃 Perfect dipped into yogurt, pumpkin pudding, or paired with fruit

Best suited for 12 months+, once your little one can safely manage the texture.

As always, let us know how it goes. We read every single email that comes through, and getting replies means a lot to us (seriously!).

In health and happiness,

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