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I LOVE bento boxes. Browsing the web the other day, I came across a ton of really fun Halloween bento box ideas. What a perfect way to make your child’s (or husband’s?) Halloween lunch a little more fun and put … Read more
On my never-ending quest to get my 4 year old son to eat more, I’ve become obsessed with making cute Bento Box lunches. This Panda and Friends Bento Box was my very first attempt and I thought surely, it was … Read more
Monday marks my daughter’s first day of First Grade. In typical Maddilyn fashion, she is already talking about moving on to the Second Grade. Meanwhile, I’m still performing the last-minute scramble to prepare for the coming school year. A new … Read more
My son is obsessed with Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches. It’s been this way for 5 years now and while I don’t mind sending them to school with him each morning (on wheat bread, of course), I still get worried … Read more
Sandwiches are the most popular lunch box staple for everyone, from children to adults. Why are they so popular? Because sandwiches are one of the easiest, most versatile and convenient ways to make a healthy meal for anyone. According to … Read more
As parents, we face a variety of concerns regarding the welfare of our children. Are they watching too much TV? Are they doing well in school? Are their friends a good influence? Among our top concerns are their nutrition, which … Read more
Preschool Moms frequently ask, “what am I going to make my child for lunch today?” If lunch was a challenge when your kids were home, it becomes even more difficult when they go to preschool, and you have to find … Read more
Did you know November is National Bread Month? Yes, people still eat bread, even though there have been diets and trends that tell you to stay away from the carbs! Bread, actually has many health benefits, like providing you with … Read more
It’s flu season and it has hit our house hard. It actually went around twice. First Whistler, then my husband and then myself and around again. We were so lucky as to catch both the week long flu, and then … Read more
Has anyone ever told you to get a hobby? There might be a reason for it. Parents are notorious for taking on a lot of activities for their kids, but not really doing much for themselves unless it’s work related. … Read more
The best way to host a pirate birthday party is by focusing on the three P’s – pirates, parrot and ‘plunder’. Whether you’re thinking of a just-for-fun weekend activity for the kids or planning the perfect birthday party, we have … Read more
What do you get when you combine two classic desserts? Our Ultimate Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe is your favorite ice cream sandwiched between soft homemade caramel chocolate chip cookies. You can’t go wrong with this summer dessert! Are you Team … Read more
Perfect for bento boxes, birthday parties or just any old lunch – this how to make onigiri tutorial is much easier than you think with the right tools! I’ve actually never eaten an actual crab cake before. This is appalling … Read more
As you probably know, we love our bento box recipes but bento boxes often require varied ingredients and they can take some time to make (sometimes). In other words, they’re not ideal for those mornings when we’re just coming off a … Read more
Made from orange juice, this 3 ingredient gummy recipe for orange pumpkin treats are perfect for Halloween parties or just as a fun, healthier alternative to candy. Oh No! Halloween is in just weeks and you still haven’t had a … Read more
Make these cute candyless, healthy alternative “You’re a Cutie” to Valentine’s Day treats for your child’s classroom. Free printable Valentine tag! While we adults love to celebrate the day, it’s also a big deal for kids. Children spend hours planning … Read more