Summer favorites with FAGE yogurt »
A handful of Mom Central Bloggers recently had the opportunity to learn how to use FAGE products at The International Culinary Center in New York City on 462 Broadway Avenue. Chefs from the Center guided us through a hands-on experience of cooking with FAGE Total in eight different recipes, 6 of which we actually participated in creating. Just to experience working in a professional kitchen and learning how to create healthier recipes for my family from some top chefs was so much fun!
Read more...Cooling down with a summertime smoothie »
I love making smoothies all year round, but on hot summer nights they are simply the perfect treat. When I have a craving for something sweet I’ll mix in some ice, strawberries, bananas, mangoes and whatever other fruit I picked up that week in a blender – and voila! Also, if you find yourself making a lot of smoothies, but don’t have time to pick up fruit as quickly as you eat them, keep a stack of frozen fruits in the freezer.
Read more...Grab ‘N Go Snacking with Smucker’s Uncrustables »
For busy parents who shuffle between school, soccer practice, and everyday errands, making sure that your family gets the nutrition they need can be tough. So how do you avoid the trap of quick yet unhealthy snacks or fast food lunches? One solution making it easier for parents is Smucker’s Uncrustables sandwiches.
Read more...Turning Your Oscar Mayer Franks into a Gourmet Creation »
Although hot dogs are always a crowd pleaser among kids, sometimes as parents, we want to top our hot dogs with something other than just ketchup. Food Network Chef, Tyler Florence, shows Mom Central how to kick up an ordinary Oscar Mayer hot dog and turn it into an extraordinary and delicious meal. With the right flavors and ingredients, you wouldn’t think you were eating a just regular hotdog! So while the kids enjoy their franks, the adults can enjoy their gourmet creations!
Read more...New VTech Baby Learning review and giveaway! »
My husband and I have a slight addiction to our laptops. We come home, say hello to each other, pull out our phones to check email, and then hop right back on our laptops to respond to late-in-the-day messages. Despite this being standard procedure in our home, we still feel guilty when the 13-month old politely comes over and pushes our devices closed.
Read more...Giveaway: Naturally Refreshing Summer Drinks with 100% Natural Lipton Iced Tea »
Nothing says summer like soaking up the sun and sipping a chilled drink. When reaching for that beverage, labels with long lists of ingredients make it difficult to know exactly what quenches your thirst. I recently found myself questioning whether or not a truly natural alternative to water existed at all.
Read more...How to care for fresh strawberries »
It's strawberry season! Every summer of my childhood has been filled with memories of going fresh strawberry picking with my mom and younger brother. It’s a great, family fun, bonding activity that leaves you with more then sweet memories.
Read more...Summer fruit recipes from All You magazine »
Have you had the chance to check out All You, the magazine available at Walmart stores nationwide? I enjoy it because it gives you practical and affordable information on beauty, home decorating and fashion as well as smart health advice.
Read more...Win a NurturMe Large New Feeding Gift Pack »
Navigating your child through the discovery of solid foods can be quite an adventure. It doesn’t matter how many children you have, each baby has their own personality, taste preference and tolerance when first eating solids.
Read more...Delicious Summer Berry Trifle »
While I’ve quite the sweet tooth, cake doesn’t thrill me. My fork navigates around the cake, scooping up the frosting and whipped topping instead. When my summer birthday comes around, I instead request a mixture of all of my favorites: berries, whipped topping, pudding, and angel food cake. Combined into a trifle bowl, I blow out the candles on a towering, layered creation.
Read more...Eliminate the Need for Bulky Coolers and Ice Packs with the PackIt »
Tired of fumbling around for ice packs and worrying about how long they would actually keep their kids’ lunches cold, single Moms Melissa Kieling and Jeanette Dirksen took matters into their own hands, and PackIt was born.
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