You asked- I answered! 19 grab-and-go snacks for kids

You asked- I answered

With so many parents short on time, wouldn’t it be nice if we knew exactly which pre-packaged foods we could turn to in a pinch? Well, today’s your lucky day! I’ve hand-selected 19 pre-packaged food options perfect for school lunches or families on the go. Head over to SheKnows.com and see my … Read more

Packing Lunch 101: Hooray for Entrees!

Packing Lunch 101

When it comes to school lunches, you can probably guess what the most frequent complaint I hear is: “They won’t eat what I pack.” Today we’re going to change that! I’ve got OODLES of entree ideas that are tasty AND satisfying (did I mention easy to prepare?). You might just end up … Read more

Back to School and Beyond: Bananas That Won’t Go Bad

Back to School and Beyond

I love bananas. Not only do they come with a nifty carrying case, they are great for providing quick, lasting energy on-the-go. It’s the ultimate packaged food 😉 But the one complaint I hear from many clients on bananas is that they have trouble keeping them from going bad too quickly. Because … Read more

Packing Lunch 101: On The Side

Packing Lunch 101

When it comes to packing lunch, think of sides as a way to get in a few extra servings of fruits, veggies, and/or whole grains. If you’ve put some effort into packing one of our suggested entrees and included one of our recommended snack options, you should have your protein and fat … Read more

When Wheat Bread Isn’t Really Wheat Bread…

When Wheat Bread Isn't Really Wheat Bread...

My last post focused on lunch options for kids who get sick of sandwiches everyday. Today’s post is geared towards those of us who, like my daughter, could eat a sandwich day after day (after day after day…). If that’s you (or your kiddos) choosing the best bread is essential to getting … Read more

A Recipe to Solve that Pesky Packing Problem!

A Recipe to Solve that Pesky Packing Problem

One of my kids’ favorite snacks is apple slices with peanut butter. I love it too, mostly because it has that Trifecta of Fullness I’m always talking about (fiber, protein, fat) which keeps them feeling fuller for longer. But when it comes to packing lunches, this old standby leaves much to be … Read more

Flunking Lunch: Why American Schools Don’t Make the Grade

Why American Schools Don’t Make the Grade

School lunches seem like a great bargain. For under $3, your child is supposed to receive a nutritious meal that covers all the basic food groups. But before you send your kid off with a fistful of dollar bills, there’s something you should know. I’ve surveyed school lunches across the country and … Read more

Packing Lunch 101: Snacks to fill a bottomless pit!

Packing Lunch 101

So I know I’ve spent some time recently talking about the things you might not want to feed your kids (like Veggie Straws or their school lunch). This month, I’m going to focus on discussing what you CAN feed them! The following cheat sheet is meant to take some of the guesswork … Read more