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Happy Thanksgiving, Sugar Momma Style
Since I married my husband, I’ve spent Thanksgivings with our combined family and incorporated their traditions into our own. There is not much ritual left in our modern American culture, but this is the time of year that we can cling desperately to what little we have. Like many of you, one of the regular holiday practices we engage in involves going around the table and letting each person tell one thing they’re …
Sugar Mommas’ Creepy Crawly Arachnids
Sugar Mommas Creepy Crawly Arachnids are the perfect Halloween Treat!
7-10 Month Infant Healthy Foods
Nutrition plays an important role in an infant’s development. The early stages of the baby’s development are critical to her growth and health. Babies are susceptible to infections and illnesses that are preventable with proper nutrition. Therefore, parents should prepare meals that consist of nutritious foods and provide a well-balanced diet that can help their babies grow healthy and strong. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, parents can start introducing solid foods when a baby reaches the age of 6 to 8 months, with more varieties given through 10 months and onward.
Why Is Nutrition Important for Kids?
According to an article published in the “American Journal of Preventive Medicine,” poor nutritional choices are a growing health threat to American families. Although poor nutrition can cause chronic diseases, it isn’t always easy to get children to eat healthy diets. Doctors at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia stress how important proper nutrition is for children. They advise parents to make sure that children eat a variety of foods from the different food groups in order to get all the essential nutrients they need for proper growth.
Infant Finger Food Ideas
Finger foods offer an infant the chance to practice her independence by feeding herself. Finger foods also improve an infant’s fine motor skills. While it is exciting to see your infant reach new milestones, finger foods should not be rushed. Any food is a potential choking hazard to an infant learning to self feed. Starting finger foods too early can increase the risk of choking. Always supervise your infant while she eats finger foods.