Focusing on Fussy Eaters

By Becky | September 11, 2013
A vibrant salad bowl on a wooden table showcases an artful medley for even the fussiest of eaters: sliced avocado, cherry tomatoes, yellow bell peppers, chickpeas, roasted sweet potato cubes, watermelon radish slices, shredded purple cabbage, green leafy lettuce, and microgreens drizzled with dressing.

“Last night I made three meals for my son and he would not even take one bite! What am I going to do with my fussy kid?” This was the start of a conversation I had with an exasperated mom. The little boy was extremely finicky. Mom was at the end of the line, not…

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Boatloads of Benefits for Breakfast

By Becky | September 7, 2012

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. And really the easiest to prepare. The benefits are tremendous for both you and your children! Try these helpful hints for beat the clock for a quick morning meal! • Use brown & serve sausage to save time. (I dice the leftover sausage, bacon or ham…

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Best Starts: Breakfast and the Bible

By Becky | September 4, 2012
A child lies on a bed, their face partially hidden by a large open Bible, deeply immersed in its ancient wisdom. A wooden headboard frames this serene moment of exploration and wonder.

“Breakfast is thought to be the most important meal of the day,” states Dr. William Cochran, M.D., FAAP, a past member of the American Academy of Pediatric’s Committee on Nutrition. “As the first meal, it gets the body going for the rest of the day. Approximately 8 to 12 percent of all school-age children skip breakfast.” By…

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