Since researching and writing Fearless Feeding, I appreciate the role of motherhood more than ever. Mothers hold so much influence over their children, and while this may feel daunting, I point this out to help you appreciate your power and influence,...

The Chobani Champions giveaway is underway (3 months of free yogurt to 2 winners, in case you missed it) and we will have an even bigger giveaway this Friday (which will be the last one for a while), as we release Fearless Feeding. Be sure to stay...

Easter is just around the corner and instead of the usual Jelly beans, chocolate bunnies and Peeps, why not try to add something healthy to your Easter Basket? No, I’m not talking carrots or celery sticks! Add any one of these health-promoting or...

If you’ve got a teen, you may think you’re in the homestretch--at least from a nutrition standpoint. Sure, you’ve fed your teen healthy foods, supported sports and activities along the way, and even taught him about nutrition while you were at...

Chocolate Milk Update I have blogged about chocolate milk in the past, and its role in school nutrition (read here and here). In an effort to make chocolate milk more acceptable to the masses, the dairy industry has proposed reducing the sugar content....

Happy Valentine’s Day! On this very special day of the year, people express their love for that special someone, throw Valentine’s parties, and dine with wine and roses. In the world of nutrition, you might see recipes for healthier Valentine’s...

If your Smartphone or mobile device is attached to your hip, or as familiar to you as another appendage, you know that little device is quite powerful! Social media has the power to keep us abreast of the latest news, as well as keep us motivated and on...

How do you stay motivated to cook for your family? Perhaps a better question, how do you stay happy doing it?  In my many years of working with families, and my own experiences as a mother, cooking is often a topic of frustration for moms. Just the other...

I have many cooks in my kitchen, and I can attest that too many cooks in the kitchen can spoil the fun…sometimes! However, I also realize how important it is to give kids the chance to be involved, so I try to accommodate the request whenever I...

Resolutions for the New Year are often personal and optimistic. So much so, parents may leave their kiddos behind in their quest to “get healthy.” But what if you take a different approach and make a resolution that is family-wise, practical and...