Mama’s Magic Shake

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Let’s face it parents, every once in a while we need a boost. We work hard and we play hard, most often all for the sake of our kiddos. I have made “protein shakes” for years now but only recently, in a desperate attempt to find some sneaky way to integrate more iron into my [Read On]

Breakfast Quesadillas for Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner!

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As my kiddo graduates from purees to “real people” food I find myself struggling a bit. Feeding my little guy these days is much harder than the puree days when I could be creative and make sure I include the nutrients my little guy needs in his diet. One “transition from purees” meal that has [Read On]

Cheesy Pasta Stars

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I love this Annabel Karmel recipe. The sauce is creamy with a nice tomato and sweet carrot base. The pasta is a perfect “starter meal” for those little ones ready to move on from purees. Now it took my little guy sometime to get used to eating this dish. He is a “texture” eater so [Read On]

Spinach Carrot Chicken Puree

Super easy, packed with nutrients. There is a reason why Popeye ate spinach. Spinach is an amazing edible flowering plant. I try to integrate it into many dishes I make for the Little Man.  The carrots bring a sweetness that offsets the bitterness of spinach that may turn off many little ones (and adults!).  Adding [Read On]

Chicken and Broccoli Brown Rice “Casserole”

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Now that we’re full on past your basic purees, life gets pretty interesting. Not only does my Little Man have six teeth to gnaw through new foods, he knows how to make a mess. Tough to contain him these days. I have been using these great bibs and suction cups that have helped a great [Read On]

Banana Pear Vanilla Puree with Oats and Ricotta

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I posted about pears a few weeks ago and I will reiterate. Pears are an amazing fruit full of good stuff like Vitamin C, Fiber and Potassium.  They are also easy on digestion and can aid in a constipated little one. Add Banana (Fiber, Vitamin C, Potassium, Vitamin B6), Ricotta (Protein and Calcium) and Oats [Read On]