Looking for ways to decorate Easter eggs with the kids that are quick and easy to do with beautiful results? Here are some tips and tricks to try the next time you decorate eggs. 1. Plan Ahead for the Mess Most egg dyes will stain, so wear aprons or old clothing you wouldn’t mind getting […]
Quick Tip — Eat Your Rainbow!
March 6, 2013 by
Here’s a quick tip to get kids to eat healthy vegetables and inspire them to try new foods too! Eat your rainbow! Getting children to enjoy whole, raw healthy veggies isn’t so hard if you start introducing them early, and often, and in various preparations, as to find out what textures or preferences they may […]
Make a Fruit Smoothie!
March 5, 2013 by
Have you ever made smoothies with the kids?? Here’s an effective way to use up any leftover fruit, and sneak in some nutrition using healthy fruits or veggies! This is a great way to encourage kids to experiment with new flavors too. Special thanks to our video contributor, Angelique, for providing today’s video: Having trouble […]
Lots of Healthy Fun at Kids Food Festival NYC!
March 3, 2013 by
This weekend my daughter Emily and I boarded a bus to NYC for Kids Food Festival — a series of 2 day festivals in partnership with Cooking Light magazine presented by The Creative Kitchen. We had such a great time that I just had to share the details of this fun event with you! This […]
5 Simple Tips to Try with a Picky Eater
February 28, 2013 by
Once upon a time, I gave birth to two very healthy bouncing baby boys. They were pretty good eaters and meals/menus never produced an argument regardless of what was being served. They ate a lot of amazing foods and it wasn’t abnormal to hear my oldest order salmon and broccoli when we were out to […]
Cooking a Funny Face
February 25, 2013 by
Need an easy and FUN lunch idea for the kids?? Here’s an inspiring way to get the kids in the kitchen to create a “funny face lunch”! This is a great way to encourage kids to try new foods too. Special thanks to our video contributor, Angelique, for providing today’s quick tip video: Having trouble […]
DIY Pretend Food Round Up
February 23, 2013 by
Here are ten of our best handmade pretend food ideas that are easy to make, involve NO sewing, and are sure to inspire hours and hours of imaginative playtime fun!! These make great gifts for kids, and are inexpensive too. You may find them to be a bit addicting to make! Pretend Salad […]
DIY Cookies for Pretend Play
February 21, 2013 by
My oldest loves to paint, bake and is really into pretend play. So, I found a way to combine all three of his current interests into one by making salt dough cookies with him that he can paint and play with! Salt Dough Cookies Supplies Cookie Sheet Rolling Pin Acrylic or watercolor paint Paint brush […]
Pretend Cinnamon Rolls
February 20, 2013 by
Here’s an easy DIY pretend food you can make for your kids that doesn’t involve any sewing, and the kids can help make them too! These pretend cinnamon rolls are simple and very inexpensive to make. They are sure to inspire plenty of imaginative play time fun! To make your own pretend cinnamon rolls, start […]
The Learning Tower Review – Kids in the Kitchen
February 18, 2013 by
There’s a new fun house in my kitchen – it’s a cross between a mini tree house, a ladder, and a lookout tower yet it helps me to be able to safely cook with the kids! We are having so much fun with our Learning Tower from the Little Partners. I have been eyeing this […]
Delicious Honey Citrus Fruit Dip Recipe
February 13, 2013 by
A creamy, sweet and versatile dip made with grapefruit and cultured cream cheese for a probiotic boost. It’s also a fun and great way to introduce children to cooking, with this super easy, and completely yummy recipe! Thankfully, getting {my} children to eat fruit has never been a challenge. In fact, the only challenge I face […]
Heart Healthy Snacks for Kids Roundup
February 10, 2013 by
Sometimes it can be very difficult to find snacks that kids will love that are also healthy and nutritious, so we’ve rounded up some recipes from our contributing writers to make it easier! Recipes that include fruit, veggies, cheese, and even tofu! Frozen Watermelon Pops – Simply skewer and freeze fruits like watermelon, pineapple, grapes, blueberries and […]
Snacks for Kids – Chocolate Almond Oat Energy Bites Recipe
February 6, 2013 by
Here is a quick and yummy recipe for no bake chocolate almond oat energy bites that is packed with protein, fiber and full of tastiness. Perfect snack for the kids when they come home hungry from a long day of school. They’re also dairy, peanut, gluten, wheat and soy FREE! When we are busy it […]
Crispy Rice and Oats (Healthier) Treats Recipe
February 1, 2013 by
This is the perfect little Valentine’s treat to make for and with your little sweeties made of crispy rice cereal, oatmeal, peanut or almond butter and more! It’s a much more nutritious version of Rice Krispie Treats since it contains no processed marshmallows and has an added punch of protein. We traded in the processed […]
My Beating Heart Frozen Yogurt Cake Recipe
January 30, 2013 by
A sweet and healthier version of an ice-cream cake that’s kid-approved, but fancy enough for adults. Made with sorbet, Greek frozen yogurt, and coconut ice cream with real raspberries and coconut-rose cake, this is one delicious sweet treat! Valentine’s Day is still every bit as special for me as it is for my kiddos. While […]
10 Story Books for Kids About Soup
January 28, 2013 by
We’ve already shared many fun soup recipes and ideas for getting the kids actively involved in the process of making soup here on Inner Child Food this week. Here are 10 of our favorite story books about soup to read to the kids while you’re waiting for your delicious homemade soup to simmer! 1. Stone […]
Hearty Soup Recipes Roundup
January 26, 2013 by
Is your family stuck in a recipe rut? Need some hearty soups that are healthy, easy to make, and a great way to get the kids involved in the cooking process?? Here are some of our favorite hearty soup recipes from our wonderful contributors. Stay warm! Potato and Artichoke Cream Cheese Soup from My Merry […]
Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe
January 25, 2013 by
A fun, fiesta soup that’ll fill your home with spice and warmth as it cooks in your slow cooker! Made with chicken, tortillas, tomatoes, corn and lots of flavor, it’s a perfect recipe to involve your children in the process. Gabe and I had a lot of fun making this super simple soup together. Best […]
