One of the most important places that we can make an impact in child nutrition is the school lunch. Have you seen what is on school menus these days? Chicken nuggets, pizzas, burgers, mac and cheese, sugar laden drinks, and french fries are what is passing for veggies these days. It is truly sad that often times it is cheaper for parents to let their kids eat at school rather than to pack a lunch. This may be why @DrPraegers had designated each Wednesday as Healthy Lunchbox Day and parents are … [Read more...]
Healthy, Fun, Frugal…School Lunches
School lunches cost more each year. Schools offer plenty of options but not all of them are healthy. But even parents that qualify for state free lunch programs are finding that there are still costs involved when their children are served up unhealthy foods. Making your child's school lunch is an economical, and healthier, alternative. Luckily is not a hard task either. Kids like school lunches because they are provided with a variety of choices. Homemade lunches can offer the same varieties … [Read more...]
Green and Frugal Go Together
My friend Carrie over at NMTR has a blog and podcast that addresses natural mothering. Recently she posted that she would now be including some talk of money on her blog and asked for reader opinions. Does the subject of money management and frugality detract from the natural mom message? I say no. For me, green living is a huge part of natural mothering and green living and a life of frugality go together like peanut butter and jelly. Think about it. What are some of the key areas of green … [Read more...]
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