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Tips & Tricks for Storing Fresh
August 30, 2023
General /Family

Tips & Tricks for Storing Fresh Herbs

Growing fresh herbs in your garden, window boxes or even a few flowerpots is a fun summertime activity for children of all ages. Using fresh herbs can also turn a bland or boring meal into one that’s bursting with flavor! It’s best to use fresh herbs right after you pick them or buy them at […]

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Ideas for Using Spring Produce
August 9, 2023
General /Family

Ideas for Using Spring Produce

There are so many ways to enjoy the colorful, flavorful and nutritional benefits of spring produce. Here are a few ideas to help make the most out of your favorite springtime fruits, vegetables, and herbs. Snacks with Dips Add chopped parsley or cilantro and chives to plain yogurt and serve as a dip with radish […]

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Blueberry Banana S’mores
August 2, 2023
General /FamilyRecipes

Blueberry Banana S’mores

S’mores are a classic summertime favorite, made with graham crackers, toasted marshmallows, and chocolate bars. Since S’mores are loaded with sugar and calories, we decided to give this sweet treat a healthy makeover by filling them instead with nutritious bananas, summer’s freshest blueberries, and protein-rich peanut butter. Serve as a snack or dessert with a […]

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Get Ready, Get Set, Get Organized!
June 21, 2023
General /Family

Get Ready, Get Set, Get Organized!

For some people, being organized comes naturally. For others, it’s something they must work at. As a busy parent, keeping things in their place isn’t always easy, but there are a few tips that can help. If you’re willing to make the most of your time (and help maintain your sanity), get ready, get set, […]

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Yay for Yogurt: Super Strawberry Yogurt
June 7, 2023
General /FamilyRecipes

Yay for Yogurt: Super Strawberry Yogurt Pops

Whether you buy plain, fruit-flavored or vanilla, yogurt can be eaten with a spoon as a simple snack or used in a variety of other delicious and kid-friendly ways. You can layer it with chopped fresh fruit and crunchy whole grain cereal for a parfait, use plain yogurt in place of sour cream on baked […]

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Yay for Yogurt: Yogurt Peanut Butter
June 7, 2023
General /FamilyRecipes

Yay for Yogurt: Yogurt Peanut Butter Banana Dip

Whether you buy plain, fruit-flavored or vanilla, yogurt can be eaten with a spoon as a simple snack or used in a variety of other delicious and kid-friendly ways. You can layer it with chopped fresh fruit and crunchy whole grain cereal for a parfait, use plain yogurt in place of sour cream on baked […]

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How to Make Your Plate Look
May 17, 2023
General /Family

How to Make Your Plate Look Great

If you think about it, we actually start eating before we even take our first bite of food…with our eyes! How our food looks plays a big part in how likely or willing we are to eat it; this is especially true for children. While adults are usually focused on the way their food tastes […]

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Recipe for Success
March 29, 2023
General /FamilyRecipes

Recipe for Success

Mariah was faced with cooking a meal for her family. Many thoughts entered her mind at one time. What can I make? Are they going to like it? What if they don’t like it? What would my mother do? How can I give this dish a new twist? Why does this recipe seem so hard? […]

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How to Spring Clean Your Kitchen
March 8, 2023
General /Family

How to Spring Clean Your Kitchen

When most people think of spring-cleaning, they think of going through closets and deep cleaning neglected areas in their home. But there’s another type of spring-cleaning that can help your family’s health (and your sanity) and it’s centered around the most used area of your house: the kitchen. Let’s go through each area of your […]

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Whole Grain Goodness: Brown Rice Veggie
March 1, 2023
General /FamilyRecipes

Whole Grain Goodness: Brown Rice Veggie Bowls

Eating whole grain foods—things like brown rice, corn tortillas, oatmeal, and 100% whole wheat breads and pasta—is good for the health of your family. Whole grains are more nutritious than refined grains; they contain fiber, which fills you up and keeps you full longer, and they’re also good for your heart. At least half of […]

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Whole Grain Goodness: Blueberry Banana Oatmeal
March 1, 2023
General /FamilyRecipes

Whole Grain Goodness: Blueberry Banana Oatmeal Bake

Eating whole grain foods—things like brown rice, corn tortillas, oatmeal, and 100% whole wheat breads and pasta—is good for the health of your family. Whole grains are more nutritious than refined grains; they contain fiber, which fills you up and keeps you full longer, and they’re also good for your heart. At least half of […]

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    Side-Lying Hold

    1. For the right breast, lie on your right side with your baby facing you.
    2. Pull your baby close. Your baby’s mouth should be level with your nipple.
    3. In this position, you can cradle your baby’s back with your left arm and support yourself with your right arm and/or pillows.
    4. Keep loose clothing and bedding away from your baby.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • You had a C-section
    • You want to rest while baby feeds
    • You are breastfeeding in the middle of the night
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Cross-Cradle Hold

    1. For the right breast, use your left arm to hold your baby’s head at your right breast and baby’s body toward your left side. A pillow across your lap can help support your left arm.
    2. Gently place your left hand behind your baby’s ears and neck, with your thumb and index finger behind each ear and your palm between baby’s shoulder blades. Turn your baby’s body toward yours so your tummies are touching.
    3. Hold your breast as if you are squeezing a sandwich. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
    4. As your baby’s mouth opens, push gently with your left palm on baby’s head to help them latch on. Make sure you keep your fingers out of the way.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby is premature
    • Your baby has a weak suck
    • Your baby needs help to stay latched
    • Your baby needs extra head support
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Clutch or “Football” Hold

    1. For the right breast, hold your baby level, facing up, at your right side.
    2. Put your baby’s head near your right nipple and support their back and legs under your right arm.
    3. Hold the base of your baby’s head with your right palm. A pillow underneath your right arm can help support your baby’s weight.
    4. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Bring baby to you instead.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • You had a C-section
    • You have large breasts
    • You have flat or inverted nipples
    • You have a strong milk let-down
    • You are breastfeeding twins
    • Your baby likes to feed in an upright position
    • Your baby has reflux
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Cradle Hold

    1. For the right breast, cradle your baby with your right arm. Your baby will be on their left side across your lap, facing you at nipple level.
    2. Your baby’s head will rest on your right forearm with your baby’s back along your inner arm and palm.
    3. Turn your baby’s tummy toward your tummy. Your left hand is free to support your breast, if needed. Pillows can help support your arm and elbow.
    4. To protect your back, avoid leaning down to your baby. Instead, bring your baby to you.
    5. Reverse for the left breast.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby needs help latching on
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position
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    Laid-Back Hold

    1. Lean back on a pillow with your baby’s tummy touching yours and their head at breast level. Some moms find that sitting up nearly straight works well. Others prefer to lean back and lie almost flat.
    2. You can place your baby’s cheek near your breast, or you may want to use one hand to hold your breast near your baby. It’s up to you and what you think feels best.
    3. Your baby will naturally find your nipple, latch, and begin to suckle.

    This hold is useful when:

    • Your baby is placed on your chest right after birth
    • You have a strong milk let-down
    • You have large breasts
    • You and your baby are comfortable in this position