by Melanie Darnell | Apr 29, 2015 | Helpful Hints, Parenting Advice
This month Paul and I embarked on a family vacation to Hawaii. The tripped encompassed a five-hour flight, rental car, and off-site lodging, plus, it was all achieved with a 15-month-old in tow. The trip was one of our best, most enjoyable family vacations...
by Melanie Darnell | Apr 6, 2015 | Recipes, Smoothies
Antioxidants come up frequently in discussions about wellness, healthy eating and preventing diseases. These powerful nutrients, which mostly come from the fresh fruits and vegetables we eat, prohibit (and in some cases prevent), the oxidation of other molecules in...
by Melanie Darnell | Mar 4, 2015 | Baby-Led Weaning, Recipes
Let’s start with the basic question: What is Baby-Led Weaning (BLW)? Simply, BLW is feeding your children real whole foods when they are ready to introduce solids at six months of age. Many people start solids with rice cereal and purees. BLW takes a different...
by Melanie Darnell | Mar 1, 2015 | Recipes, Smoothies
Green smoothies are perfect for moms and babies who are eating solid foods. They are packed with vitamins, easy to make and keep you both hydrated. Plus, they’re full of fiber and they taste delicious. I’ve collected a couple of my favorite vegan green smoothie...
by Melanie Darnell | Feb 24, 2015 | Recipes, Vegan Meals
Weeknight dinners are tough. Usually you are battling fatigue, a fussy baby and an empty kitchen (especially during the end of the week). I like to keep my freezer stocked with organic vegetables for nights just like this. I found this frozen quinoa and kale item at...