Holiday: Infant
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Thanksgiving Tips
Asked by A.U. from Detroit
on November 15, 2010
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Hi Moms. I always have Thanksgiving at my house, but it turns out to be so darn hectic that I dread it each year. Yet I like having it here so I don't have to take t...
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- I did not read through all the answers you probably got a lot of tips already but here's mine anyway : ) I make a menu, then I write a shopping list, I write out ea...
- I use a counter top roaster oven for the turkey and this frees up the oven space. Make a list (menu) and then a "plan of action". Write down what you can do Wednesda...
- A., I know you said you like hosting b/c you don't have to take your kids out to someone else's place, but really, A. - why are you doing this to yourself?? I feel...
What Do You Serve for Thanksgiving?
Asked by J.P. from Dallas
on October 27, 2009
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This is the first year that Thanksgiving will be at my house and a little nervous. What do you serve for Thanksgiving?
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- If it's just going to be you and the youngun, I'd pick up a nice turkey breast and bake it instead of a WHOLE bird, mashed potatoes, green bean casserole, burn and ser...
- The only thing I might add to all this good advice is dependant upon the size of your group. If is a big group, this is a big job. You could ask if anyone wants to b...
- We'll do the honeybaked ham thing this year (will be having a baby "any minute" by Thanksgiving), and that's what we did when my 3 year old son was 1 month old, too. T...
Fun Christmas Traditions and Recipes
Asked by L.R. from Pocatello
on December 2, 2008
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I was just wondering what are some of your family's fun Christmas traditions and yummy recipes? Does anyone have a good Christmas morning breakfast recipe? How about...
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- We have a manger (you can use a box or whatever you have) and we put one piece of straw or raffia in it for each good deed we do for another. This is done without rec...
- It is always fun to bake-- it is my tradition that i let the kids hang the ornaments where ever they want to (on the tree) -- then we try to watch the animated versio...
- Christmas morning breakfast for us is sweetrolls and Orange Smoothies I buy the refrigerated sweet rolls, like Pillsbury (usually I get the store brand). Orange ...
Holiday Traditions
Asked by N.C. from Melbourne
on November 9, 2006
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My daughter is 16 mos and I am pregnant with my 2nd. I would like to start some interesting holiday traditions with her. I did a few last year and have some from my ...
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- Yay for these kinds of topics and so far I see some wonderful suggestions! We do the giant Christmas Eve dinner at my aunt's house and the adults exchange presents ...
- My daughter is 12 and my son is 10. Up until they were 6 and 4 we lived down the street from my sister and her 3 kids. Every holiday season I would have all of the k...
- I purchased a tree skirt and every year i take fabric paint, put it on my kids feet and let them pace one set of prints around the trim so we can watch them grow throu...
Slow Cooker Recipes...
Asked by I.S. from Los Angeles
on January 13, 2011
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Hi mamas! Anyone have low sugar/low carb slow cooker recipes to share?
I should mention my husband doesn't like peas. corn or brussel sprouts!
TIA!
And have a...
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- i used to take it to kids' events with hot dogs which are ready in an hour.
- allrecipe.com you can even search based on what you have on hand and cooking method. http://allrecipes.com/Search/Recipes-Advanced.aspx
- My crockpot is my friend. Try these easy, schmeasy recipes: (1) Boneless, Skinless chicken breast with 1/2 a bottle of your favorite salsa. Shred chicken wi...
I Need Easy Soup Recipes
Asked by N.G. from Dallas
on May 24, 2011
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Ladies, I'm addicted to soup, hard-core. I don't know why but lately I just love a good bowl of soup! I really only know how to make chicken noodle soup (although I ...
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- This is one of our favorites! Just made it again last night: Taco Soup 1lb ground beef 1 can kidney beans 1 can diced tomatoes 1 can corn 1 8oz can tomato s...
- Make soups on the weekend--they can't be rushed! Make big pots and freeze it, just thaw out morning of. We love Beef Barley: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Grandpas...
- i like the chicken noodle soup i make. The real deal is starting with boiling a chicken, but for a quick weeknight dinner start with cooked, leftover chicken and chic...
Holiday Visits with Family
Asked by B.S. from Odessa
on December 24, 2009
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I would like to get some advice on what we should do. How do you divide up time between parents and in-laws as far as holiday visits? Ever since my brother got marrie...
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- My married son, also, spends more time with his in-laws than with us. While my married daughter's family is closer to us. I know everyone has several choices and oppor...
- Our situation is a little more complicated, we have 2 MIL's & one Step-MIL/FIL to visit so what we started doing is, visit one on Christmas Eve Day/Christmas Eve & MIL...
- My husband, daughter and I live in Texas while the rest of our families live 900 miles away. Each Thanksgiving and Christmas we're there has worked pretty well for us...
Recipes Needed for My New CrockPot
Asked by A.M. from Dallas
on January 4, 2007
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I received a slow cooker for Christmas and would like to hear and try some of your yummy recipes! I have never used one before but have tasted incredible meals made in...
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- I have a great crockpot cookbook called Fix It And Forget It. I think I've seen it in Target. Appetizers, stews, even lasagna. You mentioned cheese - try this appet...
- A., My sister in law was a wonderful cook. She sent me a HUGE list of crockpot recipes, many that I've already tried. Please give me your email address so that I ...
- My favorite is Pot Roast. It's so easy and it makes the house smell so good your counting down to dinner time. Salt and peppter the outside of a roast (2-3lbs) put so...
Glutten Free Recipes
Asked by T.H. from Salt Lake City
on January 9, 2009
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My sister just found out that her son is allergic to dairy, wheat, and needs to have a glutten free diet. I thought I would ask if any of you have good recipes. He i...
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- I've made a gluten-free crust for my brother who is gluten-intolerant. I got it off of celiac.com. It's the one that can be used as focaccia also. I actually thought i...
- YAY I'm not the only one! My son is two and he was addicted to Chicken nuggets when we found out he was allergic to wheat. Rice flour and rice noodles have been a Gods...
- Carol Fenster's new cookbook 1,000 Gluten-Free Recipes is great. Others have mentioned pastas and pizzas your sister can make at home ... additionally, Beau Jo's Pizza...
'Picky Eater Recipes'
Asked by C.W. from Charleston
on January 3, 2008
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My eight year old son and I have decided to make the dreaded "eat better" resolution for the new year. I personally have always been a picky eater and feel that has co...
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- Get "The Sneaky Chef" cookbook. The recipes are wonderful, easy, and healthy. My family loves the food out of it.
- i feel your pain. babysteps is the key. just change one thing. and keep offering new things, setting a good example yourself. try deceptively delicious..the new co...
- Hi C., if you guys like pizza try adding some fruit to it, it is really good, like pinapple or apples or oranges with peparonie. Good luck!
