The Healthy Maven

30 Breakfast Ideas for Kids30+ Breakfast Ideas for KidsMarch 30, 2023 at 10:00AMLooking for healthy and easy breakfast ideas for kids and toddlers? Here is a list of 30 ideas that can easily be meal prepped or frozen so you’re not stressing about breakfast during your kiddos busy mornings. I’ll be honest, I didn’t put a lot of thought into how I planned to feed my kid before she was born. I naively just assumed she’d eat all the things I eat and while that has turned out to be *somewhat* true, she’s also a picky eater (toddlers!) who just generally has her own preferences. We did baby led weaning in our house out of pure necessity. I didn’t have strong feelings in any direction (purees vs. BLW) but my kid wouldn’t let me near her mouth with a spoon. So we started…

30 Breakfast Ideas for Kids30+ Breakfast Ideas for KidsMarch 30, 2023 at 10:00AMLooking for healthy and easy breakfast ideas for kids and toddlers? Here is a list of 30 ideas that can easily be meal prepped or frozen so you’re not stressing about breakfast during your kiddos busy mornings. I’ll be honest, I didn’t put a lot of thought into how I planned to feed my kid before she was born. I naively just assumed she’d eat all the things I eat and while that has turned out to be *somewhat* true, she’s also a picky eater (toddlers!) who just generally has her own preferences. We did baby led weaning in our house out of pure necessity. I didn’t have strong feelings in any direction (purees vs. BLW) but my kid wouldn’t let me near her mouth with a spoon. So we started…

Honey Mustard ChickenHoney Mustard ChickenMarch 29, 2023 at 10:00AMLooking for an easy dinner recipe that requires little prep and comes together quickly? This honey mustard chicken recipe is packed-full of delicious flavor and uses pantry staples you already have in your kitchen. Prep in advance or serve fresh! The BEST Honey Mustard Chicken For as long as I can remember I have loved all things honey mustard. I was that kid who dipped their chicken fingers in honey mustard sauce. Never a ketchup kid. Always a mustard kid. And still, as an adult I’d choose mustard over ketchup! What I love about this honey mustard chicken recipe is that it can easily be meal prepped in a delicious honey mustard marinade and stored in the fridge or freezer until you’re ready to cook it. In fact, the longer it sits in the marinade,…

Honey Mustard ChickenHoney Mustard ChickenMarch 29, 2023 at 10:00AMLooking for an easy dinner recipe that requires little prep and comes together quickly? This honey mustard chicken recipe is packed-full of delicious flavor and uses pantry staples you already have in your kitchen. Prep in advance or serve fresh! The BEST Honey Mustard Chicken For as long as I can remember I have loved all things honey mustard. I was that kid who dipped their chicken fingers in honey mustard sauce. Never a ketchup kid. Always a mustard kid. And still, as an adult I’d choose mustard over ketchup! What I love about this honey mustard chicken recipe is that it can easily be meal prepped in a delicious honey mustard marinade and stored in the fridge or freezer until you’re ready to cook it. In fact, the longer it sits in the marinade,…

What is Sugaring Hair Removal? [Natural Waxing Alternative]What is Sugaring Hair Removal? [Natural Waxing Alternative]March 28, 2023 at 04:16PMInterested in learning more about sugaring hair removal? This article walks you through the natural waxing alternative called “sugaring” which uses sugar paste to removal unwanted hair growth. With less irritation and swelling, sugaring may just become the reason you quit shaving. This post has been writing itself for at least 8 years. As a die-hard sugaring addict (or as much as you can be “addicted” to hair removal) I’ve been singing the praises of sugaring since my first experience with this natural hair removal in NYC in 2011. I stumbled upon it by accident. The studio where I normally got waxed was having a special on sugaring and given that I’m never one to shy away from a deal, I went for it. Since…

What is Sugaring Hair Removal? [Natural Waxing Alternative]What is Sugaring Hair Removal? [Natural Waxing Alternative]March 28, 2023 at 04:16PMInterested in learning more about sugaring hair removal? This article walks you through the natural waxing alternative called “sugaring” which uses sugar paste to removal unwanted hair growth. With less irritation and swelling, sugaring may just become the reason you quit shaving. This post has been writing itself for at least 8 years. As a die-hard sugaring addict (or as much as you can be “addicted” to hair removal) I’ve been singing the praises of sugaring since my first experience with this natural hair removal in NYC in 2011. I stumbled upon it by accident. The studio where I normally got waxed was having a special on sugaring and given that I’m never one to shy away from a deal, I went for it. Since…

Almond Flour Banana BreadAlmond Flour Banana BreadMarch 28, 2023 at 10:00AMLooking for a nutritious twist on classic banana bread? This almond flour banana bread is sweetened with maple syrup and ripe bananas and comes together with finely ground almond flour for a gluten-free banana bread alternative! The BEST Almond Flour Banana Bread! I love a good banana bread but even better if it’s also good for you! Almond flour is a fantastic option if you’re looking for a grain-free, low carb alternative or just to up the nutrients in your baking. It’s a great source of healthy fats as well as vitamins and minerals. Yes, this means you can enjoy this almond flour banana bread recipe without the guilt! It also tastes delicious. You can prep this banana bread with almond flour in advance and freeze slices so you can have a snack…

Almond Flour Banana BreadAlmond Flour Banana BreadMarch 28, 2023 at 10:00AMLooking for a nutritious twist on classic banana bread? This almond flour banana bread is sweetened with maple syrup and ripe bananas and comes together with finely ground almond flour for a gluten-free banana bread alternative! The BEST Almond Flour Banana Bread! I love a good banana bread but even better if it’s also good for you! Almond flour is a fantastic option if you’re looking for a grain-free, low carb alternative or just to up the nutrients in your baking. It’s a great source of healthy fats as well as vitamins and minerals. Yes, this means you can enjoy this almond flour banana bread recipe without the guilt! It also tastes delicious. You can prep this banana bread with almond flour in advance and freeze slices so you can have a snack…

Veggie Pad Thai RecipeVeggie Pad Thai RecipeMarch 23, 2023 at 09:00AMGet the taste of your favorite Thai-inspired dish with a vegetarian twist in this easy veggie pad thai recipe. It’s ready in just 20 minutes and will give you the extra dose of veggies you need for a filling and flavorful dinner recipe. The BEST Veggie Pad Thai Recipe! I feel like I’ve been working on this veggie pad thai recipe for years! I used to have a shrimp pad thai recipe on the blog that has since been lost into the archives but if I’m being honest, I always felt like it was missing something. It lacked that authentic pad thai flavor that you get in Thai restaurants. The sauce mixture was off and needed a little extra oomph and it wasn’t until a picked up a jar of Tamarind puree that…

Veggie Pad Thai RecipeVeggie Pad Thai RecipeMarch 23, 2023 at 09:00AMGet the taste of your favorite Thai-inspired dish with a vegetarian twist in this easy veggie pad thai recipe. It’s ready in just 20 minutes and will give you the extra dose of veggies you need for a filling and flavorful dinner recipe. The BEST Veggie Pad Thai Recipe! I feel like I’ve been working on this veggie pad thai recipe for years! I used to have a shrimp pad thai recipe on the blog that has since been lost into the archives but if I’m being honest, I always felt like it was missing something. It lacked that authentic pad thai flavor that you get in Thai restaurants. The sauce mixture was off and needed a little extra oomph and it wasn’t until a picked up a jar of Tamarind puree that…