It’s hard to believe August is already coming to an end! For school-age kids and their families, the end of August means the beginning of a new school year. It can be hard to get back into the swing of a school schedule, especially when it comes to getting breakfast in your kiddos before or as they head out the door. In today’s post, I’ll share what makes up a balanced breakfast as well as 8 breakfast ideas to make going back to school a little easier.

Kale is a popular vegetable these days that is packed with important nutrients. In Oregon, it is in-season virtually all year, which makes it an easy vegetable to grow on your own or purchase inexpensively. In today’s post, I’ll highlight the nutrition benefits of kale, discuss tips for buying it, and review the best ways to eat kale. I’ll also share some of my favorite recipes that incorporate kale.

Waffles may sound like a not-so-healthy, but delicious breakfast choice, though this is not always the case. Just like with pancakes, waffles can actually be part of a nutritious and filling breakfast! In today’s post, I’ll share what makes waffles not-so-healthy, but also how to make them healthy so you can eat them more often without feeling guilty.

Muffins are a go-to snack at my house. We almost always have bananas that end up overripe so adding them to muffins is an easy way to avoid having to throw out food. And because bananas are so sweet, there is no need to add any sugar. Today I’ll share my recipe for no added sugar banana muffins that I recently made for my toddler, but they are also great for adults wanting a low-sugar and filling snack.

Are you wondering how much your 1-year-old should be eating? It may seem challenging to figure this out but it doesn’t have to be, so today I’ll talk about how much and how often to feed your toddler once they turn 1, what foods to include in a balanced diet, and a sample menu for a 1-year-old.

Are you looking for an easy breakfast idea for your toddler? Egg muffins are simple to whip up and can be served at any meal or snack for your toddler, older kids, or you! Egg muffins are also an easy way to sneak in some veggies. Keep reading for my broccoli and spinach egg muffin recipe!

If you struggle to keep weight on or are just trying to gain weight in a healthy way then today’s post is for you. Though we more commonly hear about people wanting to lose weight, there are plenty of people that struggle to keep weight on. Smoothies are a great way to pack in the calories (and a perfect way to cool down this summer!), so today I’ll share my favorite high-calorie smoothie additions, plus some simple recipes.

Having a 1-year-old means it’s time to introduce your child to cow’s milk! Today, I’ll share when to make the switch to cow’s milk and how much to offer your child each day, as well as what to do if your child doesn’t like cow’s milk and alternatives if your child has a cow’s milk allergy or intolerance.

There is a lot of talk about protein these days and many of you are probably wondering if you are eating enough protein, especially if you are an active person. In today’s post, I’ll review what protein does in the body and how much of it you should eat based on your age and activity level. I’ll also discuss protein supplements and what to watch out for if you choose to add them to your diet.

Lately, I’ve been hearing a lot about choline, which is an essential mineral found in several different foods. Many people don’t get enough of it, so in today’s post I’ll share the importance of consuming choline, where to find it, and how much you need.