Feeding Your Baby: Pouches or Spoons?

Earth's Best Peach Mango Snack Pouch

Being an Earth's Best Blogger, I have talked extensively about their food pouches for babies and toddlers. We go through a lot of them in our house. Sawyer still doesn't care much for fresh fruits and veggies, but he will eat several of these pouches a day if we would let him! Because I know that they are made with quality ingredients, I don't mind giving them to him for snacks or the occasional … [Read more...]

Premium McWrap: McDonald’s Fresh New Menu Item

Premium McWraps

This is a sponsored post brought to you by McDonalds. I have become such a fan of wraps! I love to make them at home, but when I found out that McDonald's was adding them to their menu, I was very excited. Now I can get my chicken and wrap fixes when I'm on the go! The new Premium McWraps are available with strips of grilled or crispy chicken, and the warm tortilla is also filled with … [Read more...]

Buy One, Take One With Olive Garden

Olive Garden Review

I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Olive Garden. I received a gift card to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank-you for participating. Olive Garden will always hold a special place for me and James. It was where we had dinner on our first date. We went back the following year on our anniversary, not to mention several times in between. Now … [Read more...]

A Kid-Friendly Orange Recipe using Lil Snappers

Orange Recipe for Kids

I received fruit samples from Lil Snappers to facilitate this post. We strive to provide Sawyer with healthy, nutrient-packed snacks. He's become quite the picky eater, so I am always looking for ways to get him to eat healthy foods, such as fresh fruit. Sunkist and Stemlit know the importance for child nutrition, and the two companies came together to offer Lil Snappers - small kid-sized fruit … [Read more...]

Quality Treats from See’s Candies

See's Candies Review

Candy should totally not be in my current weight loss plan, but I think everyone deserves a treat every now and then. Moderation is the most important aspect. And if I am going to splurge and use calories on sweets, I want them to be delicious and worth it - which I found in the See's Candies my family recently tried. See's Candies has been around for over 90 years, still using the recipes of … [Read more...]

A Quick, Festive Dinner with Tyson #MealsTogether

Spring Food Art with Tyson Chicken

The Easter weekend brought lots of family traditions for us. Ever since I can remember, we have always dyed eggs the night before the holiday, and this year was no exception. I knew I had to plan a quick meal for several people Saturday night. My mom, sister, and sister's boyfriend were coming to dye eggs and make cookies, so I wanted something that could be put together fast. While at Sam's … [Read more...]

Easy Crispy Shrimp Tacos

Crispy Shrimp Tacos

This shrimp recipe is made with Gorton's products I received at no charge. Do you have any seafood lovers in your home? I love a variety - crab, shrimp, lobster and more. James is pickier than I am...shrimp is about the only marine life he will eat. So, when Gorton's contacted me about their Seafood Challenge featuring their 20 under 200 [calories] products, I had to find a shrimp recipe that … [Read more...]

A Wholesome Breakfast and Special Deals at McDonalds

Fruit and Maple Oatmeal

This is a sponsored post brought to you by McDonalds. Since the new year and all the weight loss goals I have made, I have been seeking healthy options for breakfast. Along with being nutritious, I want them to be quick, easy, and flavorful. Sometimes I found myself getting out early before I've had a chance to eat. Thankfully, McDonalds wholesome choices come to my rescue! I've already … [Read more...]