Family Dinner

we all know, family gatherings can be both wonderful and stressful. But when you’ve got a child who is a picky or selective eater, these gatherings can be an even bigger challenge. Your child can feel anxious or defensive, you can feel self-conscious or embarrassed, and loved ones can have all sorts of opinions to share. It’s enough to make anyone want to just turn around and go home. But don’t lose hope! There are ways to successfully survive holiday gatherings with your picky eater.

I don’t know about anyone else, but each year the pressure of Thanksgiving gets to me. I worry that the dishes I am responsible for …

I am a big believer in family dinners. I mean, how can I not be? After all, I run a blog and meal planning service that’s primary goal is to make family dinners easier and less stressful! But, I also know how challenging it can be to make them happen, especially with divergent or packed schedules. Given this reality, I thought it would be helpful to share some tips and suggestions on how to have family dinners when you’re busy.

When my kids were first old enough to understand and appreciate Halloween, I was stressed—how was I going to be able to control the sugar …

While I have written extensively in the blog about easing the burden of cooking and recipes to make when you are only up for making …