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Here is a list of healthy snacks for your toddlers: Fruit or cereal bars Fruit shakes Yogurt Fruit Trail Mix Cottage cheese Applesauce Hard-boiled egg Whole-wheat toast High-fiber dry cereal Crackers with cheese or peanut butter Salsa or hummus with crackers or vegetable sticks  Rice cakes … [Read more...] about Healthy Snacks for Your Toddlers

If you are looking for a great way to make sure your children are off to a healthy start, don't overlook the importance of a nutritious breakfast.   According to the American Dietetic Association (ADA), when children are consistent about eating breakfast each day, they tend to consume more calories than those that don't, but they are less likely to be overweight. … [Read more...] about Dad Advice: Making Changes, Setting Examples

Trying to fix the problem of overweight children can become a sticky issue. Parents often don't want input from outsiders. They are taken aback or may feel guilty when someone mentions that their toddler is a bit on the heavy side. Even some doctors are a bit on the reserved side when dealing with the issue, for fear of upsetting their patients.   But to truly tackle the … [Read more...] about Addressing the Obesity Issue

As the obesity epidemic becomes more widespread, it's of utmost importance for fathers to play an active role in the nutrition and activity level of their children, right from the beginning.       Recent research finds a strong connection between the weight of these chubby toddlers and what their weight will be like when they are … [Read more...] about Baby Fat Facts

Can my spouse still breastfeed when she goes back to work?   Yes! She can do it! According to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, breastfeeding keeps her connected to the baby, even when she is away. Employers and co-workers benefit because breastfeeding moms often need less time off for sick babies. More and more women are breastfeeding when they return … [Read more...] about About Breastfeeding – Can my spouse still breastfeed when she goes back to work?