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School-age
6 ways to save money on school lunches
Grocery bill alarmingly high? Dietitian and mom of two Cara Rosenbloom offers up six ways to cut costs on school lunches.
2 minutes
Baby food
Is European baby formula really better?
Some moms are buying their babies' formula from Europe to avoid pesticides and added sugars. But is it worth it?
4 minutes
Toddler development
10 ways your toddler can help in the kitchen
Chances are it’s going to get messy, but having your toddler help cook can teach them valuable skills and keep them preoccupied while you make dinner.
3 minutes
Picky eaters
8 healthy snacks toddlers will love
Skip the packaged treats and give your picky toddler fresh, whole-food snacks that will keep them nourished between meals.
3 minutes
Baby food
7 first foods to give your baby that are better than rice cereal
Starting your baby on solids? Dietitians and paediatricians say rice cereal isn't the best option. Here are healthier iron-rich foods to feed your baby.
4 minutes
Kids health
How to Raise a Vegetable-Loving Kid
Getting kids to eat vegetables is a struggle, but it’s not impossible. Starting early and using these strategies can help them develop a taste for veggies.
3 minutes
Trying to conceive
Can losing weight improve your fertility?
Being a healthy weight before pregnancy matters, but dramatic weight loss isn't always practical. Here's what experts say about getting fit for pregnancy.
4 minutes
Kids health
McDonalds is removing cheeseburgers and chocolate milk from Happy Meals—but it's not enough
The company is trying to cut back on salt, sugar, artificial colours and preservatives in the meals it markets to children.
3 minutes
Kids health
Junk food ads are targeting your kids—here's how to stop it
Health Canada has plans to ban the marketing of junk food to kids, but here's what to do while you're waiting for regulations to come into effect.
4 minutes
Kids health
Are Milk Alternatives Unhealthy for Kids?
Experts are warning parents to use caution when choosing plant-based drinks for kids. Dietitian Cara Rosenbloom explains what to look for.
2 minutes
Pregnancy health
5 common pregnancy cravings and how to make them healthier
Here's how to enjoy your pregnancy craving in a healthy way—plus some alternatives to common pregnancy cravings.
2 minutes
Kids health
7 healthy packaged snacks for school
Yeah, you’ve got to pack lunch and snacks too. Here are some of the best, protein-filled picks on store shelves to keep your kid going all day.
3 minutes
Family
10 ways to stop wasting food
These clever strategies can help you stop wasting food and save more than a thousand bucks a year.
3 minutes
Kids health
10 things your doctor told you about kids' nutrition that are wrong
Everyone likes to give advice about kids' nutrition. But you need to take it with a grain of salt. Here are 10 nutrition myths you've probably heard.
8 minutes
Kids health
What your kid is really saying when she says "I'm hungry"
Kids eat when they’re hungry, bored or just craving something sweet. Teaching them the difference can promote a healthier relationship with food.
3 minutes
Kids health
Treats have basically replaced snacks—and that’s really bad for kids
Meant to be a once-in-a-while thing, treats are now ubiquitous in kids' daily lives.
4 minutes
Family health
8 ways Canada’s new food guide will change how you feed your kids
A focus on meatless meals? No more juice or chocolate milk? An emphasis on mindful eating? We're loving Canada's proposed new food guide!
3 minutes
Kids
The best post-game snacks for kids
Lessons on proper ways to fuel an active body are just as vital as teaching kids to throw and pass.
1 minutes
Baby
The wrong way to introduce peanuts to your baby
The newest research says parents shouldn’t delay giving peanuts when they’re offering their baby solids. So why are so many kids ending up in the ER?
3 minutes
Kids health
The only five things your kid needs to know about food
Your kid’s knowledge of healthy eating comes from you. Here are five essential lessons you should impart.
4 minutes
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