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Nutrition Tips for Toddlers

As your infant becomes a toddler and then an older child, nutrition is still vitally important for your child’s health. Sugary foods may also predispose toddlers for problems with overeating later in life, warns Kay Sheppard, author of “Food Addiction: The Body Knows.” Your child’s best bet for a great adolescence and adult life is to implement healthy eating habits in the first years of his development.

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Mommy Friends

The “mommy” friends we’ve made through our children, have a fun tradition we have been celebrating for 10 years now. Ranging in age, ethnicity, education, religion but– all with the common bond– motherhood. At first it was mommy and me, then Gymboree classes and My Gym. We started soccer together– music classes, beach camp– baseball, surfing, volleyball, Cotillion and many many other activites.

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Dairy Allergies in Children

Most babies transition from breast milk or formula to cow’s milk at around 12 months. While many kids drink milk without problems, others have reactions to dairy products that might indicate an allergy. Understanding dairy allergies helps you evaluate your child’s symptoms and know how to proceed if you suspect an allergic reaction.

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Plans for Budgeting a Family Menu

Feeding a family is an expensive endeavor. Growing bodies, picky eaters, different schedules, soaring food costs — families today are challenged to eat well and save money at the same time. Coming up with creative ways to budget for your family’s meals doesn’t have to be a full-time job.