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Ford – Choose Your Own Adventure #3

By: Jess | 3 Comments | On: September 8, 2013 | Category : Blog

It’s almost time to say a sad goodbye to the Ford Territory Titanium that we’ve been enjoying as part of the Kidspot Voices of 2013 Blogger Awards. We had three challenges to create and were given the freedom to “Choose Your Own Adventure”. Allie, Henry & Harry enjoyed taking it for...
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Food Jags: What Are They and How to Avoid Them.

By: Jess | 0 Comments | On: September 4, 2013 | Category : Fussy Eaters, Nutrition, Tips & Tricks, Uncategorized

Food Jags Is your child going through a phase where they only one want to eat one or two particular foods prepared in the same particular way? It might be yoghurt or spaghetti bolognese, even bananas or vegemite sandwiches. But whatever it is they will want to eat it for...
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Brown Rice Salad

Recipe Type: Dairy Free, Dinner, Egg Free, Family Food, Lunch, Sides Tags: Bring A Plate, Brown Rice, Dressing, Salad

Average Rating: (4.4 / 5)

Spring is here, so with family BBQs and picnic get togethers now on everyone’s agenda, it’s time to try some ...

Fun & Games: Why Physical Activity is Important For Your Baby & Toddler

By: Jess | 0 Comments | On: August 22, 2013 | Category : Blog, Nutrition

Little children are often very busy little bodies and naturally want to be active and to play. For any parent or carer of young children you will know that they don’t like being inactive for long periods of time. Being physically active goes hand in hand with a nutritious diet...
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1 Meal 3 Ways: Pork, Fennel & Quinoa Meatballs (or Burgers)

Recipe Type: Baby Food, Dairy Free, Dinner, Family Food, Finger Food, Finger Food, Gluten Free, Kids Parties, Lunch, Purées, Textured Food, Textured Food, Toddler Food, Vegetarian, Wheat Free Tags: 1 Meal 3 Ways, Baby Food, Family Food, Fennel, Finger Food, Meatballs, Pork, Quinoa

Average Rating: (2.6 / 5)

Pork, Fennel & Quinoa Meatballs If you haven’t tried it before pork and fennel is a very tasty combination, so ...

Chicken, Pear & Broccoli

Recipe Type: Baby Food, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Purées, Textured Food, Wheat Free Tags: Broccoli, Chicken, Fussy Eating, Pear, Puree

Average Rating: (4.3 / 5)

Chicken, Pear & Broccoli I know a few Mum’s who say their children love their breakfast and enjoy eating fruit ...

Quinoa, Cauliflower & Leek Puree

Recipe Type: Baby Food, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Purées, Textured Food, Vegetarian, Wheat Free Tags: Baby Puree, Cauliflower, First Foods, Leek, Quinoa, Starting Solids

Average Rating: (4 / 5)

It feels forever ago since I cooked up my first batch of quinoa for George to taste. I think it was actually ...

We Heart Oats: Pantry Staple & Everyday Superfood

By: Jess | 0 Comments | On: July 11, 2013 | Category : Foods, Nutrition

Oats are an extremely nutritious, versatile and cheap addition to your family’s diet. When made into porridge they are like a warm winter cuddle perfect for the colder months. Oats are also satisfying added to a fruit smoothie in summer – using seasonal fresh berries for breakfast, or a healthy...
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Classic Porridge

Recipe Type: Baby Food, Breakfast, Egg Free, Family Food, Textured Food, Textured Food, Toddler Food, Vegetarian, Wheat Free Tags: Breakfast, High Fibre, Oats, Porridge

Average Rating: (3.8 / 5)

My muesli-loving self needs something a little more warming in winter hence the move to a simple yet nourishing bowl ...

Reader FAQ: Nutritious Breakfast Finger Food Ideas

By: Jess | 4 Comments | On: July 9, 2013 | Category : Fussy Eaters, Nutrition, Tips & Tricks

Are you after some nutritious finger food ideas for breakfast?. Sometimes, the answer to your problem is over a coffee with a friend, posting the question in an online mother’s group, or secret forum. A fellow mummy with experience can often provide that little bit of wisdom, the glimmer of...
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Beef, Veggie & Brown Rice Meatloaf

Recipe Type: Baby Food, Dinner, Family Food, Finger Food, Finger Food, Lunch, Textured Food, Textured Food, Toddler Food Tags: Beef, Brown Rice, Carrot, Healthy Family Food, Healthy Finger Food, Meatloaf, Zucchini

Average Rating: (3.4 / 5)

When you think of meatloaf you don’t tend to think of healthy or feel very inspired but our beef, veggie ...

Orange & Banana Smoothie

Recipe Type: Breakfast, Drinks, Egg Free, Family Food, Gluten Free, Healthy Snacks, Toddler Food, Vegetarian, Wheat Free Tags: #GoOrange, Banana, Calcium-rich, Healthy Snacks, Orange and Banana Smoothie, Oranges

Average Rating: (0 / 5)

We’ve been looking for new and interesting ways to enjoy oranges while participating in #GoOrange this month and these yummy ...

Chicken, Leek & Lentils

Recipe Type: Baby Food, Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Purées, Textured Food, Textured Food, Toddler Food, Wheat Free Tags: Baby Puree, Carrot, Chicken, Leek, Lentils, Parsnip

Average Rating: (2 / 5)

Chicken, leek and lentils is a simple, yet tasty puree for the babies. Carrot and parnsip puree was a favourite ...

FAQ: How Many Serves of Fruit Does My Child Need?

By: Jess | 1 Comment | On: June 25, 2013 | Category : Nutrition

Kids will be kids, and there will be times when their behaviour is just plain random and confusing but will often go back to normal without changing anything. Sometimes, the answer to your problem is over a coffee with a friend, posting the question in an online mother’s group, or...
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