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Kid-Friendly Meals or Eat What I Eat?
Asked by A.C. from Detroit
on August 13, 2009
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I would like to know if I am a mean meal-time Mommy.
My children have become very picky eaters, and my opinion is that my 18 month old and 3 1/2 yr. old should (wi...
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- I agree with you whole heartedly! In fact, my pediatrician has told me the same thing several times.... that they are to eat what we eat, I do not make separate meals...
- It is NOT wrong to make your kids eat what you prepare for you and your husband. It's the "new" thing to prepare a separate dish for your kids, but we ate what our par...
- I think you're absolutely right to serve your kids what you eat. I do exactly the same with my kids and have done since they were babies, I just used to put it in the ...
How Do I Get My Husband to Quit a Junk Food Addiction?
Asked by S.R. from Los Angeles
on April 13, 2009
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Its really getting out of hand. i know its not as bad as drugs or alcohol but i fear for his life just the same!
when we were first married we both ate a lot of junk...
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- First, remember that you had a wonderful epiphany-he did not. The fact that he has changed as much as he has shows exactly how much he loves and respects you! Secon...
- When I met my husband he told me he "had until the age his uncle died of heart attack", and I replied, "you don't have to have a heart attack". Later he told me he nev...
- Well, this is a hard one. My husband too likes fast food but would not hide it and it does not seem to the extent of your husband. Sometimes the more you push the mor...
Need Advice - Daycare Gave My Baby Food Without My Consent - Am I Overreacting?
Asked by J.X. from Phoenix
on January 13, 2009
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Hi moms! I need some advice! This is my first, so i am probably a little more overprotective than some. My baby is 8 1/2 month old and is eating solids (I puree fruit...
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- Hi J.! I am also a first time mom and until my son was born I worked in childcare. First of all, I don't think you're overreacting....I don't think you should be too a...
- I can understand your concern on certain items of food being offered to your child without your concent. This is something you may kindly want to address with the Dire...
- Hi, J.. I hope you're doing well. First, I would consult with your pediatrician and get their input on salty crackers, and find out what snacks they would suggest. ...
Healthy Breakfast
Asked by C.H. from Dallas
on July 31, 2009
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Hello mamas, My last request was for tips on losing weight. I Received some really great advise and I actually lost the 10 lbs that I wanted to lose just by doing a ca...
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- Hi C., An easy smoothie I make for my kids is 1 sm. cup of any flavor yogurt you like, ice cubes, 1 banana (or 1/2 if you like), some frozen strawberries (or fresh if...
- Smoothies are big at our house. Our favorite healthy options is yogurt (plain to cut down on sugar); plain keifer (really great probiotics) and frozen fruit. My kids...
- HI C., congrats on your weight loss! Can you please share your calorie diet! I've tried tons of diets and am not having any lucky...any help would be much appreciated....
Healthy Eating, Need Granola Recipe
Asked by M.P. from Minneapolis
on March 27, 2009
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In my effort to eat healthier (and loose some weight), I am trying to eat more yogurt. The only way I can stand it is to put something crunchy with it - like granola. ...
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- Try an organic cereal. Theres a great one out there with pumpkin and flax seeds. This is a flake and granola cereal.
- I eat Kashi Go Lean Crunch cereal in my yogurt. It is high in protein and fiber which allows me to stay fuller longer.
- It's not granola, but low-fat, I like to crunch up pretzels in my yogurt.
Healthy Eating for So Many ???!!
Asked by A.H. from Grand Rapids
on November 8, 2008
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OK. I am really struggling on how to properly feed my kids while staying on budget. I have completely eliminated high fructose corn syrup and hydrogenated oils excep...
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- If you belong to Sam's Club, you should be able to get whole wheat flour in 25lb bags for a reasonable price. You can either mix that with bread (white) flour or go fo...
- I find my children and family very healthy. When Meijer has chicken breasts on sale buy one bag and get one free, I stock up. I buy fresh vegetables, yogurt, granola...
- OK...you are probably done with the mac n cheese responses but I wanted to tell you about my FAVE mac n cheese idea. That is you buy a whole cauliflower.....cook it (...
Healthy Eating While Breastfeeding
Asked by T.D. from Sacramento
on July 7, 2009
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Hi mommies,
I am breastfeeding again, and I'm having a hard time with eating right. Namely quick healthy breakfast, lunch and snack ideas. I find I'm ravenous by dinn...
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- What a fun question! I'm pregnant right now and I definitely have to have a good, solid snack mid-morning and mid-afternoon. One of my favorites is cottage cheese (w...
- Hi T., I have two small kids and work full time. I rush every morning to get out the door, so I know what it means to have a quick breakfast. I generally have a 1/2...
- Congratulations! Your a mommy! Now the fun begins. Here are some ideas for you: Quick foods: yogurt,cottage cheese,peanut butter on toast, fried egg sandwich (chee...
Picky Eater - 13 Months. Help!
Asked by S.S. from Denver
on July 14, 2009
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I have a 3.5 yr old son who is happy to eat anything we put in front of him. Or at least "try a bite to be polite". Pure bliss. But my 13 mo old daughter screams an...
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- Extreme pickiness CAN be a sign of food allergy. I used to try to cajole my older son into trying everything 'til he turned up allergic. He's got an incredible radar f...
- I went through this to some degree with both of my girls. The 2 key things I found were; don't pressure her and don't offer her anything else at that meal. If she choo...
- I have two great eaters and a 3rd who has been much more difficult. I have found that he refuses food - most of the time - to have some control over his little life. ...
Personal Training Institute Info
Asked by M.B. from New York
on March 16, 2008
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Does anyone have any experience with PTI- Personal Training Institute? I am thinking of starting training there in Bellmore, but it is a lot of $ and I want to do all ...
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- Thanks for posting this, I'm curious, too.. I did a free session this summer, and I really liked it, the trainer was awesome, but their rates... YIKES.. But I c...
- I was a member of PTI about 5 years ago and LOVED it! I had an awesome trainer who unfortunately moved out west. There are however sevaral factors to consider. For ...
- U could try Curves...A lot of people say it is not challenging for them but, it worked for me. Half hour work out. It is almost like u have r own personal trainer. Of...
