Winter Holiday: Christmas

Winter Holiday: Christmas

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!

Winter Holiday: Hanukkah

Winter Holiday: Hanukkah

When most people think about the holidays, they think about gathering with loved ones to laugh at old stories while sharing delicious holiday foods. For our GIE friends celebrating the Festival of Lights, we hope your gatherings are light with laughter as you reminisce and play games while enjoying traditional latkes and sipping hot chocolate.

From our GIE home to yours, chag sameach!

November Healthy Highlights #3: For Beets Sake!

November Healthy Highlights #3: For Beets Sake!

It seems that most people either love them or never want to eat them again. As with many foods, our preferences expand with time thus, an appreciation for the unique flavor of beets is cultivated over time.

To increase beet acceptance in the diet, try incorporating them in unexpected ways, like with these strawberry banana beet cupcakes. These cupcakes, with their natural pink color, are almost too pretty to eat!

“I’m Worried about my Child’s Diet:” Addressing the Fear of Imbalanced Nutrition for Recently Weaned Children

“I’m Worried about my Child’s Diet:”  Addressing the Fear of Imbalanced Nutrition for Recently Weaned Children

You’re newly weaned! How exciting! But now your child has gone from receiving a balanced diet of a completely perfect nutritional formula to….yogurt, plain pasta, and an occasional strawberry. You may be wondering Is that ok?  Is my child safe? If you are experiencing concerns over variety in your child’s diet, keep reading for some things to keep in mind.

Boundaries at Mealtimes, Pt 2: How to Respond to a Mealtime Tantrum

Boundaries at Mealtimes, Pt 2: How to Respond to a Mealtime Tantrum

When you've decided to embrace peaceful mealtimes and follow the Division of Responsibility, be prepared for some pushback. It's natural for your child to challenge new strategies that challenge the "get them to eat no matter what" urge. But remember, as parents and caregivers, our role is to offer opportunities, not force our children to eat.

August Healthy Highlights #2: Preparing Corn on the Cob

August Healthy Highlights #2: Preparing Corn on the Cob

Corn on the cob is a universally accepted side dish. It is so easy to toss a few ears of corn on the grill alongside the protein during a backyard barbeque for an instant meal. But, when your kids want corn on the cob to go with their chicken nuggets, it isn’t always convenient to fire up the grill. Here are some alternative preparation methods that offer the same delicious taste.