Tag: healthy eating
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8 Things I No Longer Stress About as a Parent
Get Pregnant Fast When I first became a parent, I was overwhelmed by a myriad of small issues—how my kids looked in public, what they ate, and how they behaved. I spent way too much time worrying about how I was perceived as a parent. It’s funny how, before having kids, I often thought, “I…
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7 Surprisingly Tasty Healthy Snacks for Picky Eaters
Get Pregnant Fast I have a 9-year-old son named Max who is as selective as they come when it comes to food. I can still recall the first time we introduced him to solid food: applesauce. Looking back, it may not have been the wisest choice. After just one tiny lick, he scrunched his face…
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9 Reasons Why I Might Not Be Whole Foods Material
Get Pregnant Fast I have a little secret to share—one that might raise eyebrows among the suburban moms of 2023. Here it goes: I don’t shop at Whole Foods. (Gasp!) And honestly, my excuse isn’t exactly groundbreaking. The nearest Whole Foods is a solid 15-minute drive longer than the grocery store just down the road.…
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Preschool Teacher Criticizes Mom for Sending Cake in Lunch
Get Pregnant Fast In a surprising turn of events, a mom recently learned that Australian preschool teachers take their lunch policies quite seriously. After sending her child to school with a slice of chocolate cake, she was met with a stern note from the teacher, which criticized her choice. It’s a reminder that sometimes, even…
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4 Diets I Abandoned for Delicious Food
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s get real: I love food. And honestly, my tastes could use a bit of refinement. I’m the kind of person who looks forward to county fairs for a deep-fried Krispy Kreme chicken sandwich on a stick. My guilty pleasures include gas station snacks that most people only indulge in during road…
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Enough With the Snack Bags After Sports Events!
Get Pregnant Fast Let’s talk about a topic that’s been weighing heavily on my mind: the obsession with post-game snack bags. I might ruffle some feathers here, but honestly, it’s time we address this ridiculous trend that seems to plague every sports event. Picture this: after just an hour of soccer practice, little Sophie absolutely…
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This Mom-Shaming Breastfeeding Ad Is Making Me Crave a Cheeseburger
Get Pregnant Fast In the world of motherhood, the adage “you are what you eat” takes on a troubling twist, especially for breastfeeding moms. A recent ad campaign from Brazil’s Pediatric Society of Rio Grande (SPRS) aimed to remind mothers that their dietary choices can impact their newborns. The unsettling images depict infants nursing from…
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How to Encourage Your Kids to Choose Fruits and Vegetables
Get Pregnant Fast Research from Cornell University has shown that making fruits and vegetables more visible and accessible can significantly influence healthy eating habits among children. This study, which analyzed over 112 different studies, found that when healthy options are well-displayed and easy to grab, children are more likely to choose them over less nutritious…
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Let Go of Processed Food Guilt: A Realistic Perspective for Families
Get Pregnant Fast In today’s world, families face an overwhelming barrage of food choices: organic, vegan, non-GMO, farm-to-table—you name it! With entire TV networks dedicated to culinary arts and social media flooded with delectable food images, it’s no wonder we feel the pressure. From news articles highlighting the dangers of processed foods to endless discussions…