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Oh, eggs. I remember when I was growing up and everyone thought eggs were unhealthy. Too much cholesterol, etc. I feel like so many foods go through ups and downs of good for you, bad for you. Honestly, my policy is everything in moderation. And as it turns out, eggs aren’t actually unhealthy for you. […]

I have always had a thing for muffins. I just love them! A muffin was my typical breakfast growing up. I especially enjoy what I call “oaty” muffins, which are just muffins with oats, bran, or some grain goodness. There is a place in my hometown called Honey’s and they have the perfect oat bran […]

We’ve had great success with baby-led weaning with Baby Markers. She almost exclusively feeds herself, which is great for keeping her busy when we go out to eat, and it allows me to be hands-free during meal times at home. She’s independent by nature, so even when we try to give her things like applesauce […]

Even though we can’t really claim any credit for it, Mr. Chalk and I have always secretly prided ourselves on Owen’s extensive palate.  For the longest time, he would pretty happily eat whatever we put in front of him, be it turnips or fish or any number of things that even I wouldn’t touch.  (Exception: […]

Avocados are a staple in our home for so many reasons: they are packed with satiating, healthy fats, take little time to prepare, and mama and baby love them. If I had one minor complaint it would be that Zane makes a mess of them. At home this is no problem; I strip him down […]

Just as I introduced Z to herbs and spices early on, I look for opportunities to share a wide variety of foods and flavor profiles with him on a weekly basis. I absolutely love Middle Eastern food (okay, I absolutely love most kinds of food…) and falafel was low-hanging fruit for baby or toddler food: […]

Is your little one going through a princess phase? Indulge her passion with this sweet fairy tale lunch.