Nutrition
Bad news for Mombies: why sleep deprivation has you reaching for the chocolate
Here's some bad news for us Mombies (mums who stay up late even though they're exhausted, because it's kid-free time): being tired could make you eat more the following day.
5 lessons I taught my children about the food on their plates
The food your child eats provides you with a valuable opportunity to teach them about
Would you pay your kids to eat their fruit and vegetables? Science says it's worth a try
New research suggests that when it comes to building long-term healthy eating habits, a little incentive (read: bribery) could actually go a long way.
Why sugar is so much worse for teenagers’ brains
Diets high in refined sugar and saturated fat not only contribute to weight gain and associated health issues, but also have a profoundly detrimental impact on brain function.
Get them eating well when they're young, and they'll prosper for life
In 2001 I decided to test my theory that if children could be introduced to the amazing world of growth and fresh food at an early age it would have a significant impact on their food habits for life.
What to say (or not to say) to your overweight child
Research suggests you shouldn't, because making comments to a child about weight - whether those comments come as teasing, criticism or "helpful" advice - can be counterproductive.
Meal Planning
Mum draws inspirational feminist quotes on her daughter's napkins
Meaghan Elderkin decided that a napkin a day is just what her two daughters need to boost their self worth.
Japanese mother bakes cookies into unbelievably tiny meals
A food artist has combined Japanese cuisine with cookies to come up with the most awesome miniature Japanese meals made out of cookies!
