Parents' Corner

Strategies for Picky Preschool Eaters

Posted by David Smith on Mon, Dec 08, 2014 @ 09:00 AM

Tired of fighting with your children over what’s for dinner? Preschoolers are notoriously picky eaters. If your pint-size pumpkin is trying to subsist on peanut butter and jelly alone, don’t fret.

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Topics: Child Nutrition, Preschool, Toddler Care

In a Rush? Your Child Will Love Breakfast for Dinner

Posted by David Smith on Mon, Nov 17, 2014 @ 09:00 AM

When you’ve had a long day, still have evening carpools to drive and the kids start whining that they’re “starving” the minute you walk in the door, taking even 30 minutes to fix dinner can be too long. Tired parents and whining kids are a recipe for dinnertime disaster. Turn the family mood around by serving breakfast for dinner and watch your kids smile!

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Topics: Child Nutrition, Health Tips

Fast and Fun After School Snacks for Your Child

Posted by David Smith on Fri, Nov 14, 2014 @ 09:00 AM

Children need an energy boost when the school day ends. The trick is to find after-school snacks that meet your kids’ desire for something tasty and fun while providing the healthy nutrition you know they need. Keeping tasty and nutritious snacks on hand so they’re instantly available will help keep you and your kids from reaching for empty calorie chips and sweets to tame the after-school munchies.

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Topics: Child Behavior, Child Nutrition, Horizon Education Center

Keep Your Child Focused at Day Care with Fast & Fun Breakfast Ideas

Posted by David Smith on Thu, Nov 13, 2014 @ 10:00 AM

Nutritionists say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. A nutritious breakfast raises blood sugar, giving your child the energy he needs to stay focused at day care or school.

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Topics: Child Nutrition, Child Care

Helping Your Child Learn to Love Vegetables

Posted by David Smith on Wed, Sep 24, 2014 @ 08:30 AM

We know our kids should eat more vegetables. The trick is getting your children to do so without tears or threats. With a few exceptions, this colorful, crunchy, vitamin-packed food group often gets a thumb’s down from children whose developing palates shy away from strong flavors and strange textures.

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Topics: Child Nutrition

5 Tips to Helping Picky Eaters Learn to Try New Foods

Posted by David Smith on Mon, Jul 28, 2014 @ 08:30 AM

Babies are culinary explorers willing to sample anything you put in their mouths. But babies that gobbled strained squash can turn into finicky eaters during their toddler years. Food likes and dislikes are common among children; but unless you want to eat hot dogs and spaghetti every night, you'll want to help your picky eater expand his culinary horizons.

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Topics: Child Nutrition, Horizon Education Center, Health Tips

Lorain County Fights Childhood Obesity

Posted by David Smith on Wed, Jun 04, 2014 @ 08:30 AM

The health of everyone is a priority, these days, and especially important in children. With today's technology and array of gadgets available to entertain kids, unfortunately, too many are allowed to sit in front of gaming stations, computer screens, tablets, and cell phones playing games instead of being physically active.

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Topics: Child Development, Child Nutrition, Learning, Toddler Care

Horizon Kids Get Healthier with Snacks from the Mediterranean Diet

Posted by David Smith on Thu, May 08, 2014 @ 08:30 AM

Horizon Education Centers is proud to announce the introduction of their new, healthier snack menu featuring fresh foods from the Mediterranean Diet. The Mediterranean diet has been called the healthiest way of eating and is endorsed by leading health experts, including the Cleveland Clinic. It includes whole grains and fresh fruits. Studies have found that children who eat better do better academically.

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Topics: Child Nutrition, Horizon Education Center

Healthy Fast Food for Toddlers

Posted by David Smith on Fri, Mar 28, 2014 @ 10:50 AM

Good nutrition is vital for growing toddlers. It's a priority for you when preparing snacks and meals at home. However, with the realities of your busy schedule it's inevitable that at some point you'll have to feed your child on the run. Fortunately, many restaurants are now offering better options so that you don't have to completely sacrifice quality for convenience.

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Topics: Child Nutrition, Child Care, Health Tips

Easy To Prepare and Serve Snacks For The Car

Posted by David Smith on Mon, Mar 17, 2014 @ 10:50 AM

Busy schedules mean that you and your child are often in the car on the way to or from another obligation. On a more pleasant note, maybe you and the family are planning a vacation that will involve some significant road time. Small fry can have big appetites, so how do you keep them fed without falling into the fast-food trap?

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Topics: Child Development, Child Nutrition, Child Care, Health Tips

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