Simple recipes help ease parenting during the pandemic while kids learn to cook

The Philadelphia Inquirer – Jessica van Dop de Jesus

My husband and I believe Lucila (Lu) was born with the foodie gene. We both come from cultures that appreciate food. Martin is from The Netherlands, where dishes are simple but with a strong focus on the ingredients’ quality, especially when it comes to dairy and vegetables. I am from Puerto Rico, where the food is as colorful as the blend of the multiple cultures that make up our roots.

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Gen Z Kids Can’t Differentiate Online Life From Offline Life

Moms – Leena Nasir

This may come as a shock to most Generation Z kids, but once upon a time, in a not-so-far away land, the internet did not even exist. Many parents easily recall the days of using the yellow pages in a phone book when they needed information. Of course, this is unheard of and very primitive to those born into the wonderful world of the internet.

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The recipe for healthy children: Scientists say 11 hours of sleep, 90 minutes of ‘vigorous activity’ and 8 hours sitting gives youngsters the strongest bones

The Daily Mail – Ryan Morrison

The perfect recipe for healthy bones in a child is a daily mixture of vigorous activity, time sitting still and up to 11 hours of sleep, a new study revealed. Experts from the University of South Australia examined 804 children aged between 11 and 13 years old to work out the perfect ‘Goldilocks Day’ for bone health.

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5 tips for a safe Halloween during COVID-19 — and what to do if trick-or-treating is cancelled

The Conversation – Sheri Madigan, Craig Jenne, and Rachel Elrich

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, families have had to adjust to a number of health regulations and restrictions. Much to the dismay of millions of children, this may apply to Halloween trick-or-treating as well.

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Nolin: Feeding young children – good habits can last a lifetime

The Gardner News – Carol M. Nolin

Feeding young children is full of joys, challenges and a desire to give children a healthy start on life. Well-nourished children have the nutrients and energy they need to grow, play and learn. Realistic expectations and nurturing guidance also help children develop patterns for a lifetime of healthful eating.

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