Should I Buy Organic Food For My Baby?
Spoiler alert! All food in the Canadian food supply is safe and nutritious for your baby, regardless of whether it’s grown organically or conventionally.
Author: Jessica Penner & Nita Sharda, Registered Dietitians
Hi! I’m Jessica, Dietitian & mama to two rambunctious boys. I’d love to help you raise up Happy Healthy Eaters. I invite you to explore the site for recipes, feeding recommendations, & inspiration!
Fluffy Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
Pancakes for breakfast? How about lunch or dinner!? We are definitely into that! Aside from being tasty, these lemon ricotta pancakes are fluffy and jam packed with nutrition for all the little (& big) eaters in your family.
Is Salt Bad For Babies?
Feeling confused about how much salt your baby should have? Learn what salt/sodium is, where it’s found, and why there may be concern!
Together in the Kitchen – Why It’s Important to Cook with Your Toddlers
Food prep with kids (especially toddlers!) can be both fun and messy. Here’s why we encourage you to do it anyhow.
Southwest Pasta Salad [Toddler Lunch Idea]
No need to reheat this veggie-loaded Southwest Pasta Salad, which makes it a great packed lunch idea for your toddler… or yourself!
How To Approach Juice With Your Toddler
Should kids drink juice or should parents skip it? Two Registered Dietitians weigh in on when, why, what type, and how much juice is appropriate for children.
Creamy Edamame Dip [baby & toddler friendly]
A creamy and luscious dip made with whole ingredients and the goodness of edamame beans! Learn how to serve this dietitian approved recipe to your baby and the entire family.
Oatmeal Balls [Toddler Friendly]
Oatmeal balls are a great option for a quick and simple snack, and they can be easily adapted to meet the needs and preferences of your family.
Homemade Teething Biscuits
There are a lot of teething crackers in the baby food aisle, but we have a feeling you’ll love our recipe because it’s made with whole foods and we cleverly use iron fortified infant cereal to make sure your baby gets in a bit of iron!
How to Help Babies Gain Weight
8 feeding strategies to help your baby meet their growth milestones [+ the one thing NOT to do because it usually backfires]
Baby & Kid-Friendly Black Bean Dip [vegan + Instant Pot recipe]
A versatile black bean dip you can use as a dip for veggies, in quesadillas or even serve to your baby!
6 Halloween Inspired Snacks
Delight your little goblins with fun & healthy halloween snacks that are also super easy to make! We’ve got pancake spider webs, apple monsters, and more!