by Mike (3-5’s parent) While chili is typically associated with fall and winter, why not in Spring too? I’ve adapted it to be low carb and easy to throw together quick! Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with chili seasoning 1 (8oz) can tomato sauce 3/4 cup onion (diced) 1 T chili powder 1t ground… Read more →
Whole30 – The latest band wagon fad diet that I have accepted with open arms. by Vanessa (Pre-3’s parent) In the past I have tried many different diets and have had varying success with each of them. The latest diet that I have tried is the Whole 30. The Whole30 is a low carb diet that eliminates processed foods and… Read more →
by Amy (3-5’s parent) When I’m feeling baffled about my childrens’ eating habits, I find it helpful to revisit my own childhood food preferences. While this comic is premiering in the Sandhurst newsletter (!) it will be published (alongside other food-related comics by local artists) in a compilation by Fantagraphics in association with National Bookstore Day in April. Read more →
By Jackie (Toddlers parent) Do anyone else’s kids ask for noodles every meal of everyday? Anyone else have kids that scream that they don’t want eggs and then end up eating 5 scrambled eggs between the two of them? I used to pride myself on being a foodie, back in my days of being young, wild and free. That didn’t… Read more →
by Christy (pre-3 parent) From now on, I will be calling Valentine’s Day Love Day, because that’s what Daniel Tiger says. We are mildly obsessed with that sweet tiger boy in our house, so whatever Daniel Tiger says, goes. We are also pretty obsessed with baking in our house, and Love Day is yet another chance to bake something yummy… Read more →
by Christy (pre-3 parent) In our family, clay handprints have become a holiday tradition. For me, this time of year is a reminder of how small our children are, and that next year they may not seem quite as little. While this project takes time to dry and create, it is very simple and so worth it to see those… Read more →
by k.c. (pre-3’s parent) My kids and husband used to eat bananas – every day. One week over the summer a few languished and turned brown in the back of our produce bowl. Not a banana fan myself, I was a bit squeamish when dealing with slimy, brown, over-ripe bananas, but I put on my imaginary mom gloves and decided I… Read more →
by Amy, (mom of Arlo, 3-5’s) Our final 3-5s class parent meeting was a potluck and Stephanie (mom of Ella) knocked it outta the park with her delicious strawberry pie. This recipe includes some soaking, lots of blending but zero cooking. I’ll admit that I had to look up what lecithin granules are but I will buy a tub of them… Read more →
By Christy, (mom to Lucas, Toddlers) I love to bake, and am always looking for easy and healthy snacks for my family. Right now, I will admit that I am mini-muffin obsessed. My plan is to convince everyone of the amazing qualities of the mini muffin. Ready? They are the perfect preschooler-size snack. You can pack in all kinds of… Read more →
by k.c., (mom to Eliza Toddlers) These pre-made breakfast sandwiches came into my life shortly before my youngest was born. I was in full nesting mode, filling our freezer with soup and lasagna. Then I thought to myself, how can I make breakfast easier? I know many of us struggle to get out the door in time for school with… Read more →
