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Hi Reader, There’s always at least 1 or 2 days a week where we’re running out the door and no one has eaten anything. Either they didn’t have time, or said they weren’t hungry, or whatever the reason. I was chatting with a friend about this the other day, how we wish they would just eat SOMETHING before heading into a long day at school. So, I put together a quick shopping list with some of my favorite breakfast-friendly items that are truly grab-and-go. Even a few bites or a few gulps of something is better than an empty stomach! This section of the newsletter is in partnership with Häppy Candy (and you can get a bag free!). You know I’m not about eating perfectly all the time. And we totally can make room for treats. But I do LOVE finding a yummy treat that has less added sugar than the norm!
Snag it in the Halloween aisle at Target or add to your next pick-up order! But before you do – click here to get one free! Back By Popular Demand... My FREE Sweets & Treats eBook is back! Every time this year, my inbox and DMs are flooded with questions about sweets and how to help your kids balance sweets in their diets. I answer all of this, and much more, in this free download to help you ease your mind and help guide you through this tricky topic with your family.
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Hi Reader, I've learned that there are certain things I reallyyyy have to incentivize my kids to do if I want them to actually do it. I'm sure you can relate! Or maybe you have the world's most compliant children. If you do, let me know your secrets. Here are a few deals I found on the things they are currently coveting: Touchland 3-pack Coconut oil squishies (these are SUPER hot right now!) Slime making kit Bread squishies Press-on nails And here are the best-sellers from yesterday, still on...
Hi Reader, OK, if you can't tell, I'm all about the fall recipes right now. I love a sweet treat that we can feel good about nutritionally, and this one delivers. This recipe will be on my website soon, but I wanted my newsletter family to be the first to try it! Date Caramel Apple Dip Ingredients 1 packed cup (180 g) pitted Medjool dates 1/4 cup creamy cashew butter (like Whole Foods 365 brand or Target Good & Gather) 1/3 cup whole milk 2 tablespoons hot water 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4...
Hi Reader, Food dyes have been all over the news—and if you’re a parent, you might be wondering if you’re supposed to start checking every ingredient label for Red 40. The FDA is moving to phase synthetic food dyes out of the U.S. food supply, citing concerns about children’s health. But some of the claims being made about dyes go quite a bit further than the research does. So let’s separate what we actually know from what makes a good headline. Are synthetic food dyes harmful? Most children...