Parents and caregivers spend years teaching children how to read. Once a child learns their letters, they are not immediately expected to read a novel. There is a similar learning experience that applies to teaching a child to be a healthy eater. A dietitian writes for Nanny Magazine.
Read MoreTwo words: healthy, frozen. 'Nuff said! Time to start thinking about these sweet treats.
Read MoreThis Valentine's Day, whip up one of these sweet treats to show your charges how much you love them!
Read MoreOur registered dietitian, Amber Ketchum, has compiled some of the tastiest holiday recipes from the web. Mmmm!
Read MorePicnic season is upon us! Throw some of these quick and easy fruit skewers (and don't forget the yogurt dip!) in your cooler and you're good to go!
Read MoreA slightly different way to get your charges to eat their fruits and veggies. Whip up some of this sweet and creamy carrot pineapple raisin salad for them today!
Read MoreIs anyone actually a fan of plain, tasteless oatmeal? I know we're not! Kori Mann offers us some ideas on how to spice up our boring old oatmeal, adding some healthy flavor and taste to our morning!
Read MoreInstead of sugary juices, offer your charges some cool and refreshing water, infused with citrus. They will still get that sweet taste, but with no artificial or added sugar, making it a MUCH healthier option!
Read MoreCaring for littles who just won't touch their veggies? RD, Sarah Koontz offers some tips on how to get your charges to try, and hopefully LIKE, those "yucky" vegetables, once and for all!
Read MoreCelebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday and Read Across America with this cute crafts and fun activities!
Read MoreAs nannies, we are always on the go. Whip up one of these sweet and healthy smoothies to grab on your way out the door!
Read More"I was fascinated by all the different ways food could be presented and created that I had never imagined. I made a few lunches with the food looking like some of her favorite animals and it was instant success. For the first time she was eating every bite on her lunch plate and so excited for the next day’s creation." Not every nanny or parent has the time (or the skill) to make creations such as these, but you have to be impressed at what this mom can do!
Read MoreSalad?! For kids?! You'd be surprised what you can get a kid to eat. It's all in appearance...and adding some delicious toppings to cover up all that "scary" green your charges might be shying away from!
Read MoreHappy Valentine's Day! Show your charges some love this morning with some yummy and healthy breakfast bites!
Read MoreWarm up this winter with some healthy and delicious chili!
Read MoreNo doubt that "dirt" dessert was a favorite of yours as a kid! Now, bring this delicious tried and true recipe to share with your charges. Yum!
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