Hello, my name is Jennifer Glockner. I'm a registered dietitian nutritionist and creator of the Smartee Plate series. I'm so excited to be guest posting here today and discuss how to entice kids to eat more fruits and vegetables in their school lunches. Recent studies show that kids may add fruits and vegetables to their school lunch trays but not necessarily consume them. The key is to not just pack fruits and veggies but find ways to encourage kids to actually eat them. I believe that … [Read more...]
The “Nitty” Truth about Head Lice
As your children head back to school this year, it will be time again to keep your eyes open for that most unpleasant, yet most common, invasion—head lice. With the start of school, the health departments always see an increase in incidents. Knowing a few basics about head lice will help you cope with this irritating infestation. Educate You can help your children avoid getting head lice by explaining to them that they move from person to person by direct contact, for example, by using … [Read more...]
Easing Back into the School Schedule
This is a sponsored post with Follett. All opinions are mine alone. School started for my Princess this week. She is in 2nd grade now. My goodness, where has the time gone? It is amazing to me how quickly our summer break went by. It is even more amazing to think that my daughter is already in second grade. It goes by fast, doesn't it parents? School might already be in session, but for some families, finding and getting into a routine can be tricky. After a summer spent with later … [Read more...]
Kids Fashion: Active Wear We Love
I participated in a Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for OshKosh B’Gosh. I received an OshKosh B’Gosh gift card to facilitate my post and a promotional item to thank me for my participation. I don't know about you, but I love Fall! My daughter started school this week. She is so excited. She has the same teacher as last school year, which she is very happy about. Plus, she really missed all her school friends. She almost cried when saying goodbye. It was quite … [Read more...]
Uniquely Styled Clothing for Back to School Fashion
FabKids Leopard Peplum Top FabKids Knit Denim Jegging It's no secret that we've loved every single piece of FabKids clothing we've reviewed. This company continues to create uniquely styled clothing that is not only comfortable for my children but so affordable. There are many combinations of fun outfits available for both boys and girls at FabKids Clothing. Back to school fashion couldn't be any easier! It's easy to shop at FabKids; simply take the style quiz and get personalized … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Save on Back to School Supplies
Back to school shopping is just around the corner and for a lot of families that will mean big expenses. Between backpacks and pencils, new shoes and calculators, the cost can easily run your budget right into the negative if you’re not careful. Luckily, there are quite a few ways that you can save on those supplies. They won’t be truly affordable, but these 5 ways to save on back to school supplies will definitely help. 5 Ways to Save on Back to School Supplies 1. Reduce and Reuse – the great … [Read more...]
New People. New School. Scary.
When I was in fourth grade my parents decided to send me to a private Christian school. It wasn't just attending a new school that was hard but leaving behind friends that was heartbreaking. Can any of you relate? I was eight years old and terrified. Growing up on a Native American reservation, I had friends in my community since birth. We went to Headstart, Kindergarten and Elementary school together. And life as I knew it was fast changing. Change is scary. New people? Even more so. Of … [Read more...]
