As our month-long celebration of mom continues, three more members of our GIE team share memorable mom stories and recipes. We hope you enjoy the heartwarming account of how Kaytie’s daughter is overcoming mealtime struggles with more visually appealing foods, while Amanda and Aubrey share stories that highlight the bond between mother and child when baking warm, delicious comfort foods that forever remind us of home.
it is important to remember that goal of tube weaning is not just about getting rid of the tube. It is about growing a lifelong happy, healthy relationship with eating. And healthy relationships grow over time. So when you worry that progress is slow, remind yourself that slow growth is sustainable growth: flowers don’t bloom overnight, just like eating doesn’t open the second you cut tube feeds.
There is so much to celebrate this spring – including Mother’s Day. This month, we want to honor and thank all of our GIE moms. We wouldn’t be able to share our passion and love for tube weaning if it weren’t for all of you opening your hearts and your homes to all of us.
We have asked our wonderful GIE team to reflect on their own Mother’s Day memories and share treasured recipes and stories with all of you. Our first feature this month is from Kirstin Nelson, Registered Dietitian.
Our gut microbiome is influenced by factors such as genetics, age, geographical location, antibiotic use, diet, exercise, and stress level. While not all of these factors are modifiable, we do have the ability to alter our diet to optimize the health of our microbiome. Foods that help the gut thrive are those that contain prebiotics and probiotics.
Asparagus makes a tasty and healthful addition to the diet. In addition to being delicious, asparagus spears are packed with dietary fiber, vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6, and minerals like folate, iron, copper, and calcium.
Take advantage of the nutrition and health benefits these tender spears offer with this comforting creamy soup.
This month we are featuring asparagus, just in time for Easter, so let’s talk stalks!
Asparagus can be prepared many ways including grilled, roasted, steamed, stir-fried, or boiled. Tossing asparagus with a creamy Hollandaise sauce is a quick and easy side dish for any weeknight meal and fancy enough to feature on your table for Easter brunch.
Spring is the season of new beginnings. As greener, warmer days arrive so will your garden veggies.
This spring, awaken your tastebuds to the season’s flavors by incorporating your garden harvest into soups, salads, sides, and entrees for a great taste that will get you off to a promising start to spring.
Join us as we renew, refresh, and reinvent one of our favorite spring recipes. This chunky veggie dip is so good scooped up on a cracker, or just eaten off a spoon.
Explore your child's growth metrics with percentiles and z-scores. While percentiles gauge standing among peers, z-scores offer nuanced deviations from the mean, aiding in diagnoses. Assess your child's well-being holistically by examining development, mental health, learning ability, and social interactions.
If you’re looking to make an indulgent treat this Valentine’s Day, sure to feed your soul and taste buds, try Aubrey’s truffle recipe. The transformation of chocolate and cream into chocolate truffles offer a delicious rich and smooth taste that will satisfy even the biggest sweet tooth’s chocolate craving.
Clementines are the smallest variety of mandarin orange but offer big taste. This naturally sweet and juicy citrus fruit is great for kids to eat by themselves because they are seedless, easy to peel, and has a soft flesh that is easy to chew. Mandarin oranges are also delicious in desserts and complement sweet flavors like in this yummy clementine dip we’ve got for you this month!
If you find yourself missing the bright glow of the sun during the winter months, try increasing your citrus intake for a bit of edible sunshine. Citrus fruits are renowned for their high vitamin C content, a vital nutrient known for its immune-boosting properties. Incorporating these bright and tangy fruits into your diet is the perfect remedy to brighten your day.
Traditionally, the main dish during Kwanzaa is a one-pot stew. Our variation of peanut stew is packed with wholesome ingredients and full of flavor, making is as comforting as it is nourishing. Compliment this dish and keep the tradition of serving red, black, and green food and drink alive by making this kale lemonade as a flavorful beverage option. Its rich green color and sweet taste complement the stew nicely.
The holidays are a time to slow down, savor, and enjoy those near and dear to our hearts. This gift of time allows us to connect with loved ones and create lasting memories. As you prepare to gather and celebrate this year, we want to offer some simple, delicious recipes that are sure to bring everyone together. Read along for our banana nog and cut-out cookie recipes!
