Ask the Moms - High Chairs

A reader asked through our Features page whether the HDYDI moms have any recommendations for high chairs.  Well, of course we do! But there’s no single “best” option.  It depends on your space and other needs.  We’ll review the two main types: standard high chairs and the ones that strap onto other chairs, as well [...]

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So long, farewell, adieu

No, not to you guys!  I’m not going anywhere.
Today, though, we polished off the last dregs of our giant cans of Enfamil Lipil.  Oh, the happy dance I am doing right now!

I was going to say “good riddance,” but I can’t be that negative about something that has kept my kids well-nourished and growing for [...]

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Toddler meals

Want to see a topic covered on Foodie Friday? Have a great idea for a post? And idea or tip you want to share with the rest of us? Post in the comments section!
When we started the kids on solid foods, I loved this website: www.wholesomebabyfood.com. I recommend it to everyone now. It has a [...]

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Ask the Moms - Milk Transition

Have a question for the HDYDI moms?  Ask away on our Features page, or in the comments!
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It’s Wednesday, time for Ask the Moms, and I’ve decided to turn it around and ask all of you for advice!  Today’s topic: transitioning from bottles and formula to sippy cups and milk.
Yes, it’s a self-serving one [...]

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Packing Lunches for Daycare, Times Two

[Ed: It must be organization week at HDYDI; I planned this post before I knew that RaJen was going to post on how to get out the door in the morning. I love accidental themes!]

Some of my friends’ kids go to daycares that provide lunch. What a dream! Maddie and Riley’s daycare is wonderful and [...]

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