Kids & Company Blog

Sibling Rivalry: What you can do to prevent it.

Posted on: Tuesday April 26th, 2016

Posted by: Zara Alibhai

Siblings fight.  They just do.  It is apart of how they learn to share space, things and, of course, you.  But sibling fighting is different than sibling rivalry. Sibling fighting is what happens on the surface:  The grabbing, the hitting, the teasing, the refusing to share, etc.   Sibling rivalry is more under the surface.  It… [read more]

Birthday Fun at Sky Zone!

Posted on: Thursday April 21st, 2016

Posted by: Kids & Company

Turning three is a really big deal, so we had to be sure the party was an equally big deal. After all, at the age of three you know exactly what you want! Mac and his dad had been to Sky Zone on a Sunday morning in the middle of the winter and he came… [read more]

Not All Oils Created Equal

Posted on: Wednesday April 20th, 2016

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Every season is oil season. Whether you’re making a hardy meat dish to keep the family warm in the winter, or a light summer salad, there’s oil on the pan or in the dressing. But we’ve come across a common misconception that all oils are interchangeable and that what you put in a pan is… [read more]

Sibling Rivalry and Our High Hopes for Two Brothers

Posted on: Friday April 15th, 2016

Posted by: Melissa Sawatzky

When we found out we were having a second boy, my husband and I were pretty thrilled. There just seems something special about two boys roaming the world together, having each others’ backs and being good brothers. Those of you laughing already see where this is going. Porter and Oscar are only 3 and 1,… [read more]

Figuring out Finger Foods

Posted on: Wednesday April 13th, 2016

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Babies that are younger are used to being fed by others and are used to the same basic texture of mushy, pureed baby foods. While many parents are concerned over the transition from diapers to toilets a big transition in baby’s life is the transition from baby food to adult foods and to self-feeding when… [read more]

Finned Frenzy

Posted on: Wednesday April 6th, 2016

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

Fish is always a great way to bring your family together no matter what the season. Serving a hardy baked fish with a bread crumb topping is great for a winter by-the-fire treat, while a lightly glazed grilled fish is great for a fun summer dinner on the porch. This versatile food is not only… [read more]

Mixing Up Your Meatloaf

Posted on: Wednesday March 30th, 2016

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

For the many who have grown up on Sunday night meatloaf, they know exactly what their “perfect” meatloaf should taste like. Meatloaf is one of the most celebrated comfort foods out there, which is why we have dedicated an entire post to this delicious dish! For those who already know what their perfect meatloaf is,… [read more]

Getting Young Children to Eat: My two biggest mistakes

Posted on: Tuesday March 29th, 2016

Posted by: Kids & Company

The two biggest mistakes I’ve made when it comes to fostering healthy eating habits in my two-year-old daughter and four-year-old son are: 1.  Paying too much attention to what/how much they eat. 2.  Giving them too many choices regarding what/how much they eat. When I share these mistakes with other parents in my Wholeplay classes,… [read more]

The Cauliflower Craze

Posted on: Wednesday March 23rd, 2016

Posted by: Lisa Ruscica

A low carb and gluten free diet doesn’t make one leap for joy in the same way a pizza, muffin, casserole, and tortilla diet would. But what if I told you these are one in the same?  Introducing the cauliflower! It is gluten free, low carb, and most importantly, can be used to make all… [read more]

See what Emma’s eating? The positive impact of eating with peers

Posted on: Tuesday March 22nd, 2016

Posted by: Kids & Company

Say the words “picky eater” and you may get strong reactions. Some parents will tell you woefully how their child will only eat white food while others report that Junior has the palate of Julia Child. At some point, most parents deal with a child who is resistant to new foods. Yes, you do hear… [read more]