As a family we eat dairy-free and predominately plant-based. I also share a lot of daily meals on Instagram and Instagram stories, so make sure you’re following me on the gram @HealthyGroceryGirl!

Watch the video to see: What My Toddler Eats In A Day!

Weekly Healthy Toddler Recipes 

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10 Healthy Toddler Meals and Snacks

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30 Kid Friendly Plant-Based Recipes

Why does gut health matter? Your microbiome, the population of microbes (bacteria) that live in your gut, plays a key role in your immune health, digestive health, mood, energy levels and skin health. Did you know that eighty-percent of your immune health resides in your gut? Did you also know that the gut is often referred to as “the second brain” because of how closely gut health and cognitive health are related? Eating a diet that supports gut health is crucial for overall health!⁠

This recipe is also easy to adapt and adjust to be paleo or 100% plant-based – so feel feel to change up the ingredients so it works for your health needs & dietary preferences!

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Soup For Gut Health

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Author Healthy Grocery Girl

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 large onion
• 3 celery stalks
• 4 carrots
• 1/2 pound chicken breast
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 24 ounces bone broth or vegetable broth
• 3 leaves kale
• 1 zucchini
• 1/2 head cauliflower
• 1 cup canned coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons yellow mustard optional
• 1/2 lemon
• 1 can white beans drained & rinsed

Instructions

• Begin by chopping the onion, celery, and carrots.
• Add the EVOO to an instant pot; set to saute.
• Add the onion, celery, carrots and all of the seasonings, saute for about 5 minutes.
• Add 2 cups filtered water and the chicken breast. Pressure cook on high for 10 minutes.
• While the chicken and veggies cook, wash, de-vein and chop the kale. Then chop the zucchini and cauliflower.
• Once the instant pot has cooked for 10 minutes, let it sit and naturally depressurize for 5 mins. Then carefully vent the remaining pressure and remove the lid. Remove the chicken breast and shred.
• Set the Instant Pot back to saute, and add the shredded chicken back to the pot with the chopped kale, zucchini and cauliflower.
• Finally add the bone broth, coconut milk, mustard, lemon juice and white beans.
• Stir and cook on saute 5 to 8 minutes.
• Serve up and enjoy

A new find for us which I’ve also been loving is ELSE Plant-Based Nutrition For Toddlers! It’s normal for toddlers and kids to be picky eaters – perhaps loving a food one day and then not showing interest another day! That being said, a toddler nutrition supplement such as ELSE is a great way to add plant-based protein as well as vitamins and minerals to your little ones day.

ELSE Plant-Based Nutrition For Toddlers is that it’s made with real ingredients I feel great about… the first 2 ingredients being Organic Almond Butter and Organic Buckwheat Flour! It’s also USDA Organic, gluten-free has the “Clean Label Project Purity Award” and is Certified Plant-Based. Else is designed to be a complete nutrition for ages 12+ months and contains 20 vitamins and minerals that support a child’s growth and development. It is a great option for toddlers with lactose intolerance, sensitivities and other dietary restrictions, a plant-based lifestyle or a preference for avoiding dairy or soy. Below is a simple green smoothie my toddler loves!

My daughter loves smoothies and the Peachy Green Smoothie recipe below is packed with nutrition! Spinach adds calcium, iron and fiber! Bananas are packed with potassium and flaxseeds a dose of omega-3 fats which power brain health! Ginger has antibacterial properties and is great for digestive health! While this smoothie has a beautiful bright green color – it tastes like peaches and bananas… yum! 

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Peachy Green Smoothie

Prep Time 3 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 minute minute

Servings 1

Author Healthy Grocery Girl

Ingredients

• 1 serving of ELSE Plant-Based Nutrition For Toddler
• ½ cup of fresh spinach
• ¼ cup frozen peaches
• 1 medium banana
• ¼ inch fresh ginger peeled
• 1 teaspoon ground flaxseeds
• 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk or milk / liquid of choice

Instructions

• Blend and enjoy!

Apples with Cinnamon Nut Spread 

A simple snack… elevated! Cut apple slices and pair with a dollop of your go-to nut or seed butter (such as almond, peanut or sunflower seed). I love to stir in a sprinkle of cinnamon to our nut butter – it adds fun flavor and cinnamon supports healthy blood sugar levels and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects!

 Hummus Toast with Hemp Seeds and Cucumber Slices

A piece of toast, a spread of hummus and a sprinkle of hemp seeds is a great snack – for toddlers, kids and adults! Hummus, made from chickpeas, contains protein and fiber and hemp seeds (which have a mild flavor) add healthy omega-3 fats and a boost of plant-based protein as well! I also try to add a fruit or veggie with each snack and meal and cucumber are a go-to for us! Hydrating, crunchy and delicious! 

DIY Fresh TrailMix: Blueberries, Pumpkin Seeds, Organic O’s 

Pumpkin seeds are loaded with plant-based protein as well as minerals such as magnesium and zinc. Zinc supports immune immune health and magnesium support nervous systems health and is associated with helping to “calm” the body. Blueberries are high in antioxidants as well as fiber! I love the addition of a fun cereal of choice such as organic o’s for crunch and flavor! 

Chia Pudding with Berries, Cinnamon & Pumpkin Seeds

Chia pudding is a family favorite! To make, I mix 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk with ¼ cup of chia seeds in a mason jar, stir well and let sit in the refrigerator overnight. In the morning, stir again and enjoy! I typically add a few tablespoons of chia pudding to a bowl, top with cinnamon, pumpkin seeds and raspberries (or any fruit your little one loves!). I start with a few tablespoons of chia pudding because sometimes that’s all my daughter wants to eat, and then other days she wants more so we have a second or third helping! Chia seeds contain omega-3 fats which support brain and heart health, fiber and protein! 

Toddler Spinach Muffins 

We make these muffins nearly every week! These muffins are made with just a few simple ingredients, blend, pour into a muffin tray, bake and enjoy! I love that these muffins contain potassium, protein, fiber, calcium and iron! Get my recipe for these muffins here!!

These simple snacks are a great way to nourish your little ones! I’d love to see your healthy toddler snacks and recipes… share with me on Instagram by tagging @HealthyGroceryGirl! 

Disclosure: Thank you to ELSE for sponsoring today’s blog post!

I LOVE being a mom. It has made me so incredibly happy and so incredibly tired at the same time! I never shy away from sharing real life mom moments on Instagram stories because I believe it helps us not feel alone in our motherhood journey. So today on the blog, I thought I would share 6 things I’ve learned going from one kid to two. Some of these are things that a new mom may learn no matter how many kids she has! As always, I’d love to hear from you! After you read today’s post, hop on over to Instagram and share with me in the comments here [link to IG post] what you’ve learned since you became a mom!

I’ve Never Been More Tired

From the moment I wake up to the moment I go to sleep at night, I am in mom-mode or working. There is more love and also more laundry, more cleaning, more emotions and more needs. Sleep is essential; however, the quality and quantity of sleep changes when you become a mom. I struggled with postpartum anxiety with my firstborn. My anxiety was so bad that some nights I couldn’t fall asleep. Eventually, I learned techniques to help me fall asleep and fall back asleep in the middle of the night. As a second-time mom, I still have restless nights, however, I am generally sleeping much better than I did with my daughter. Here are a few things I do to help me sleep better!

• Epsom salt bath a few nights a week after the kids go to sleep
• A cup of chamomile tea and a cup of magnesium powder + water each evening
• Unplug from social and email at least 1 hour before bed

Nourish, Nourish, Nourish 

I’m not going to lie, meals made with real, whole foods take time. I’ve learned to create some simple meals that are either quick or easy to make. A typical day for me looks like: morning smoothie and coffee, mid-morning eggs with tortilla or toast, lunch is usually soup (I meal prep a batch of soup once a week, so it’s easy to heat and eat), afternoon snack is an apple and almonds and usually a piece of chocolate, dinner rotates – usually we make something you’ll find on the HGG blog! Some dinner favorites are salmon, green beans and sweet potato or tacos filled with beans, sweet potatoes, lots of veggies and avocado if ripe and in season. I am in a season of expending extra energy and getting less rest, so in addition to trying to eat as many nourishing foods as possible, I also take supplements. My daily routine includes: Baby & Me 2, Vitamin D3 and MegaFlora Probiotic for Baby & Me, all by MegaFood®, a brand I trust.

MegaFood crafts premium supplements with key nutrients added to  real food from trusted farm partners. I love MegaFlora Probiotic for Baby & Me, which supports the immune health of a pregnant mother and developing baby.* MegaFlora Probiotic for Baby & Me contains a broad range of the brand’s proprietary blend of 14 unique strains of 30 billion probiotics,  and ginger to soothe upset stomach and promote healthy digestive function. Probiotics may help aid nutrient absorption, and studies have shown that intake of Lactobacillus rhamnosus (HN001) during the last trimester and early breastfeeding supports the child’s developing immune system.* 

One of my passions is learning about products that make it easier to live a healthy lifestyle and sharing them with you. Another MegaFood product I wish existed when I was pregnant is the new Morning Sickness Nausea Relief* Soft Chews! These easy-to-eat chews combine two well-known anti-nausea ingredients: ginger and vitamin B6 to help alleviate nausea related to morning sickness.* Even though I am not pregnant, I find myself grabbing one of these when I have an upset stomach.* They taste great, and if you know an expecting mama, these would be a great mama-to-be gift! 

Create A Routine Then Be Flexible

Without a routine, the days would just feel like a circus. It’s already wild, so we try and follow a schedule. I believe that having a schedule and boundaries is helpful for little ones. It helps them know what’s coming next, gives them comfort and familiarity, and for my daughter – she likes to help out and be involved in the daily routine! While this makes most days feel like Groundhog Day, it does help us plan and accomplish one or two work tasks a day. For example, I know that nap time for my toddler is usually from 1-3 pm, and my son’s nap may cross-over for an hour during that time, so I have one solid quiet hour of uninterrupted work each day. We definitely have to work more than one hour a day, and we fit it in here and there in 30-40 minute blocks when we can trade-off between kids. Other times, the kids are just right by us as we shoot content. Naturally, I have learned to become very efficient when I work!

Each Baby Is Different

I would say that my kids have a lot of similarities from how they nurse, how they sleep, to looking like twins (only 22 months apart!). However, they do have some distinct differences and I love watching their personalities develop as they grow! I’ve learned that just because I did something a certain way for my daughter, it doesn’t mean that is what works best for my son. Because of that, I adjust how I care for each kid based on what works well for them!

Mother Yourself 

It’s not easy fitting in self-care as a mom. However, I try to do something for myself every day. Some nights I get lucky and can squeeze in a 10-minute bath. Some days self-care looks like stretches and yoga next to my daughter while she plays. Other days it’s eating something delicious that makes me happy!

I also try and give myself grace. Going from zero to one kid was a huge change for me. With two, while there are new challenges and less rest, I find that my perspective is different. This season is a phase – it doesn’t last forever. I tell myself this, not to deny my present emotions but to help me find inner strength. Life with littles is often survival mode! Remember to be kind to yourself, especially if you’re not sleeping through the night. You are doing the best you can and you’re doing a great job, mama! 

Find Your Tribe 

Having mom friends who will encourage you, support you or just listen to you is so important. Motherhood is not meant to happen alone. We need a village, we need support and we need to support each other – judgement-free. Different seasons of life may call for different types of friends and that’s okay. It’s also okay if friendships look different once you become a mom! You may not have time to meet-up, grab coffee or talk on the phone. True friends will still be there for you even if you meet less and chat less. 

I’d love to hear from you! Don’t forget to head to Instagram to share with me what you’ve learned since becoming a mama of one, two or beyond! 

Disclosure: This blog post is sponsored by MegaFood – a brand I love and products I genuinely use everyday! That said, I’m excited to be sharing a discount code for 10% off any MegaFood product using code HGG10.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.  This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

POSTPARTUM NUTRITION TIPS

Increase Your Vegetable & Fiber Intake

Nutritious and fibrous foods are crucial to keeping your body well nourished, full and maintaining a healthy digestive system. This increase will promote regular bowel movements as well as keep your blood sugars from spiking throughout the day. The average American consumes half of the daily recommended amount of fiber, only about 15 grams! Aim to consume 25-40 grams daily. Some incredible, high fiber foods include oats, beans, whole grains, apples, oranges, strawberries, broccoli, dark leafy greens, potatoes, beets and carrots! Here at HGG, our recipes are packed with nutritious foods and fiber! Check out some recipes here.

Consume Enough Protein

Did you know that moms who are nursing need more protein? The average protein intake for women is about 46 grams and nursing moms need about 65 grams per day! Protein is so important postpartum to help recover and repair all your cells from giving birth. Your body just went through a lot and needs all the assistance it can get! Your baby will also benefit from your protein intake because they need it for optimum cell growth and immune function. Choose lean sources of protein such as beans, tofu and yogurt as well as chicken, fish and eggs if you consume animal products. 

Stay Hydrated

Hydration is key to avoiding constipation and it also supports breastfeeding. You’re already extremely tired from everything motherhood brings and dehydration can add to that by making you feel sluggish and slowing down your metabolism. Aim to consume 12, 8 ounce glasses a day if you are breastfeeding. One easy way to achieve this goal is to keep drinking until you are no longer thirsty and your urine is clearer in color. 

Limit Added Sugar

Added sugar causes your glucose levels to rise and plummet. This is exactly what you don’t want to happen while trying to stay awake and nourish your baby. These sugar spikes and crashes can also effect mood and hormones, which are already all over the place. Added sugar also takes a toll on your immune system, which you want in good condition to stay healthy while taking care of a newborn. Food labels have transitioned to showing the amount in grams of added sugar in food, so check these out before buying your convenience foods. 

Find Ways To Relieve Stress

Lack of sleep and a new schedule, can make you feel overtired, overworked and completely stressed! Finding ways to relieve your stress is such a crucial aspect to taking care of yourself postpartum. Some simple ways you can do this are to get outside for some fresh air, take a short walk, do some yoga or stretching, have a chat with a good friend to reconnect, put on some of your favorite music or take a moment to journal down all your thoughts and emotions. Implementing some of these ideas throughout your week will help relieve stress and give you some moments for self care! If you are struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety that is out of control, reach out to someone you trust as well as a medical care provider to get some help. It is so important to take care of yourself and know that you are doing a great job! 

Want More?

We want the transition from pregnancy to motherhood to be as easy as possible for you! That is why we’ve created a Postpartum Nutrition Plan that contains educational information ranging from Body After Baby, Safe Supplement Use and 20 Plant-Focused Recipes & Speedy Snacks! This guide has everything you could need or think of and we can’t wait for you to use it! To get info on how to get the Postpartum Nutrition Plan here.

I stumbled across a company called Twenty-Five Eight and immediately was drawn to the founder’s story for why she started the company. Twenty-Five Eight makes prepared meal delivery for all stages of motherhood from pre-conception, pregnancy, postpartum, and more. They use 100% Organic ingredients and all of their food is sourced locally from all organic, biodynamic, or beyond-organic sources. Their meals are made with organic, seasonal and local ingredients and are all dairy-free and gluten-free. In addition their meals are made with no refined sugars, no-GMOS, 100% pastured animal products (although there are many vegan / plant-based meal options) and packaged in glass / biodegradable packaging. This is not your average meal-delivery company and you can tell right away by the taste, quality of ingredients and commitment to truly nourishing women! You can learn more about Twenty-Five Eight here!

Below are some photos of the meals & snacks I tried. I was really happy with the meals and snacks I tried. My favorite being the soups! Below are a list of some of the meals and snacks I tried and some photos; you can see how drool-worthy they are!

• Coconut Almond Quinoa Waffles with Fall Veggie Hash & Asian Plum Dipping Sauce
• Vegan & Gluten-Free Mac + Cheese
• Vegan Red Lentil Curry
• Soy-Free Chickpea Miso Soup with Sea Vegetables, Shiitake Mushrooms + Greens
• Seed Crackers
• Superfood Reese’s Cups
• A Variety Overnight Oats & Muffins!
• Wildcrafted Nettles Tea with Sea Buckthorn Honey 
• & Many More! 

A Few Tips To Savor & Save!

Just buy meals! I personally find that I am okay with making snacks on my own – such as an apple and almonds – however, meals postpartum are much harder to put together. So if budget is a concern (as it is for must all of us!) stick to purchasing meals and then save by making your own snacks.

Each meal is actually two servings; keep that in mind when looking at the price! The only items I could finish off the entire container of was the soups – however the main meals are very generous portion sizes. You can split with your partner or save for another meal!

Do you need anything? How can I help? You may be lucky to have people who ask or text you this! If you’re close and comfortable with friends and family you may want to ask for a donation towards a meal delivery service. Instead of someone dropping off a pizza, they can put that money towards your Twenty-Five Eight delivery. If you have some really generous and thoughtful friends or family this a great idea, especially if your support system lives in a different state.

Use code HGGMAMA to get a FREE soup with purchase!

Disclosure: I was gifted some meals and snacks to sample and give an honest review

Twenty-Five Eight is the gift she can now offer all mamas throughout their motherhood journey: before, during, and long after baby. This business is her way of taking care of a community of women. From her experience, these nourishing meals are what made her feel whole again. In her months of struggling with breastfeeding coupled with sleepless nights, nourishment was what she looked forward to the most. With each bite of intentionally made meals, she slowly began to feel restored. She gained a whole new appreciation for what her body is capable of achieving when it is fueled with whole, unadulterated foods.

Erica’s aim is to empower every woman to intuitively trust what her body guides her to eat. It is her job to focus on the how. She never criminalizes entire food groups, but will always use the most pure and unprocessed version of each ingredient. She limits the places, processes, and packages to an absolute minimum to ensure that their meals only include the most vitality-rich ingredients. Being a mother is a full-time job. The meals they make are symbolic for the support, love, and understanding they so desperately need while navigating on this incredible journey.

Podcast Highlights

– Erica shares her beautiful birth story

– Postpartum and breastfeeding journey

– Struggling with identity as mom and ways to balance mom, wife and business woman

– All about her incredible meal delivery company Twenty-Five Eight

– Role of food in each stage including postpartum recovery and breastfeeding production

Listen Here: 

STAY CONNECTED WITH ERICA!

Erica’s Website: www.twenty-fiveeight.com

Erica’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/twenty_five_eight

Erica’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/twenty-fiveeightLA

In Case You Missed It:

There are so many incredible past episodes to catch up on! Click the links below to listen to any and all episodes now!

Episode 1: Unmedicated Births & Creating A Successful Organic Beauty Brand with Emily Silverstein

Episode 2: Overcoming Fertility Struggles, Balancing Motherhood, Career & Healthy Living with Heather Lake

Episode 3: Hypobirthing & How To Prepare For A Positive Birth Experience with Siobhan Miller

Episode 4: Home Births. Healthy Family Recipes & Pursuing Your Passions As A Mom with Catherine McCord

Episode 5: A Discussion On Birth Centers, Home Births & Midwifery Care with Hayley Oakes

Episode 6: Birth Stories, Mama + Work Blend & How Reality TV Prepared Her For Motherhood with Desiree Siegfried

Episode 7: Creating Peace In The Midst Of Messy Motherhood with Kathryn from Do It On A Dime

Episode 8: Endometriosis: What It Is, Resources, TTC & Pregnancy with Jeni Hollifield, RDN

Episode 9: What I’ve Learned As A First Time Mom with Megan Roosevelt, RDN

Episode 10: How To Keep The Peace With Toddlers & Kids with Caitlyn Doerksen

Episode 11: Pre & Postnatal Nutrition & Baby Led Weaning with Whitney English, MS, RDN, CPT

Episode 12: Postpartum Anxiety, PPD, Birth Trauma & Breastfeeding with Carley Hall

Episode 13: NICU Mama & Postpartum Support with Jess Baumgardner

Episode 14: IVF Nutrition & Finding Connection Through Infertility with Liz Shaw, RDN

Episode 15: Returning To Work After Having A Baby with Melissa & Brittany

Episode 16: Mom Life With A Child With Special Needs with Annya White-Brown

Episode 17: Anxiety & Depression Support In Pregnancy & Motherhood with Suzannah Neufeld, MFT, C-IAYT, CEDS

Want More?!

Have you joined the Great Job Mama Village? Join the GJM Newsletter here for exclusive content, podcast episode updates and support!

Stay connected on Instagram at @Great.Job.Mama

Loving the podcast? Leave us a review on iTunes! xo

Podcast Highlights

– Infertility journey and getting pregnant with her daughter

– Details on her Stress-Free IVF Nutrition Guide

– Thoughts on mom guilt & how to deal with this issue

– Discussion on survivors guilt and depression that comes with infertility

– Advice for moms in a season of waiting and TTC

Listen Here: 

STAY CONNECTED WITH ELIZABETH!

Liz’s Website: www.shawsimpleswaps.com

Liz’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawsimpleswaps &  https://www.instagram.com/bumps2baby/

Liz’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simpleswaps/ & https://www.facebook.com/bumpstobaby1/

Liz’s Twitter:  https://twitter.com/shawsimpleswaps

In Case You Missed It:

There are so many incredible past episodes to catch up on! Click the links below to listen to any and all episodes now!

Episode 1: Unmedicated Births & Creating A Successful Organic Beauty Brand with Emily Silverstein

Episode 2: Overcoming Fertility Struggles, Balancing Motherhood, Career & Healthy Living with Heather Lake

Episode 3: Hypobirthing & How To Prepare For A Positive Birth Experience with Siobhan Miller

Episode 4: Home Births. Healthy Family Recipes & Pursuing Your Passions As A Mom with Catherine McCord

Episode 5: A Discussion On Birth Centers, Home Births & Midwifery Care with Hayley Oakes

Episode 6: Birth Stories, Mama + Work Blend & How Reality TV Prepared Her For Motherhood with Desiree Siegfried

Episode 7: Creating Peace In The Midst Of Messy Motherhood with Kathryn from Do It On A Dime

Episode 8: Endometriosis: What It Is, Resources, TTC & Pregnancy with Jeni Hollifield, RDN

Episode 9: What I’ve Learned As A First Time Mom with Megan Roosevelt, RDN

Episode 10: How To Keep The Peace With Toddlers & Kids with Caitlyn Doerksen

Episode 11: Pre & Postnatal Nutrition & Baby Led Weaning with Whitney English, MS, RDN, CPT

Episode 12: Postpartum Anxiety, PPD, Birth Trauma & Breastfeeding with Carley Hall

Episode 13: NICU Mama & Postpartum Support with Jess Baumgardner

Want More?!

Have you joined the Great Job Mama Village? Join the GJM Newsletter here for exclusive content, podcast episode updates and support!

Stay connected on Instagram at @Great.Job.Mama

Loving the podcast? Leave us a review on iTunes! xo

Podcast Highlights

– Difference between vegan and plant-based and tips to eating plant-based during pregnancy

– Feeding and breastfeeding journey

– Tips to being successful in baby led weaning

– Nutritional benefits of a plant-based lifestyle for the entire family in all different stages

– Examples of meals and snacks for toddlers

Listen Here: 

STAY CONNECTED WITH WHITNEY!

Whitney’s Website: whitneyerd.com & plantbasedjuniors.com

Whitney’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitneyerd &  https://www.instagram.com/plantbasedjuniors

Whitney’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhitneyeRD/ & https://www.facebook.com/plantbasedjuniors/

Whitney’s Twitter:  https://twitter.com/whitneyerdn & https://twitter.com/PBJNutrition

Whitney’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/WhitneyeRD & https://www.youtube.com/PlantBasedJuniors

In Case You Missed It:

There are so many incredible past episodes to catch up on! Click the links below to listen to any and all episodes now!

Episode 1: Unmedicated Births & Creating A Successful Organic Beauty Brand with Emily Silverstein

Episode 2: Overcoming Fertility Struggles, Balancing Motherhood, Career & Healthy Living with Heather Lake

Episode 3: Hypobirthing & How To Prepare For A Positive Birth Experience with Siobhan Miller

Episode 4: Home Births. Healthy Family Recipes & Pursuing Your Passions As A Mom with Catherine McCord

Episode 5: A Discussion On Birth Centers, Home Births & Midwifery Care with Hayley Oakes

Episode 6: Birth Stories, Mama + Work Blend & How Reality TV Prepared Her For Motherhood with Desiree Siegfried

Episode 7: Creating Peace In The Midst Of Messy Motherhood with Kathryn from Do It On A Dime

Episode 8: Endometriosis: What It Is, Resources, TTC & Pregnancy with Jeni Hollifield, RDN

Episode 9: What I’ve Learned As A First Time Mom with Megan Roosevelt, RDN

Episode 10: How To Keep The Peace With Toddlers & Kids with Caitlyn Doerksen

Want More?!

Have you joined the Great Job Mama Village? Join the GJM Newsletter here for exclusive content, podcast episode updates and support!

Stay connected on Instagram at @Great.Job.Mama

Loving the podcast? Leave us a review on iTunes! xo

EASY GREEN PROTEIN SMOOTHIE

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Easy Green Protein Smoothie

Servings 0

Author Healthy Grocery Girl

Ingredients

• 2 leaves curly kale
• 1 cup frozen mango
• 1 cup milk of choice Ripple is our favorite
• 3 tablespoons almond butter

Instructions

• Wash & devein kale.
• Add all ingredients to a high speed blender and blend until creamy.

SUPER SEED BLUEBERRY WAFFLES

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Super Seed Blueberry Waffles

Servings 0

Author Healthy Grocery Girl

Ingredients

• 1 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup water
• 1/2 ripe banana
• 1 egg or vegan egg replacer
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
• Blueberries

Instructions

• Add all ingredients into a blender except the blueberries and blend until smooth.
• Pour batter into waffle maker and top with blueberries.
• Serve as you like and top with almond butter (for Ella we cut into sticks).

BLUEBERRIES & PUMPKIN SEEDS

This simple snack is loaded with antioxidants, protein, fiber, healthy fats and zinc which supports immune health. I buy organic raw pumpkin seeds. When Ella was younger, I would squash the blueberries to make it easier for her to eat, but now that she has teeth, she is able to consume the blueberries just as they are.

YOGURT

We love the Kite Hill dairy-free, almond milk yogurt which contains 11 grams of protein, no added sugar and probiotics. We buy the unsweetened and unsweetened vanilla. Greek yogurt is easier for toddlers to eat because it is thicker and sticks on a spoon better. Mix in some cinnamon and add a side of blueberries!

HUMMUS ROLL UPS

These are a big hit at our house! I take a tortilla, add hummus, cut into strips and roll into smaller bite size pieces. We like to use Siete tortillas, but any will work. Cedar’s is our current go to hummus.

PESTO PASTA

This pasta is made with legumes so it is high in protein and gluten-free! The pesto is dairy-free and full of nutrients. Get the recipe here! 

CHIA PUDDING

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Toddler Chia Pudding

Servings 0

Author Healthy Grocery Girl

Ingredients

• 1 cup non-dairy milk
• 1/4 cup chia seeds

Instructions

• Stir ingredients together, cover and place in the fridge for at least 4 hours.
• Top with cinnamon and fruit mixed in or on the side.

AVOCADO TOAST

Avocados are rich in Omega 3 fats which support brain and heart health as well as fiber! Start with a piece of bread lightly toasted and then mash a ripe avocado. Spread avocado on top of toast and then I like to cut into little sticks that Ella can easily grab and enjoy!

TODDLER SPINACH MUFFINS 

These muffins are made with only a few simple ingredients and Ella eats them weekly! Get the recipes for these spinach muffins here!

NOURISHING BREAKFAST OATMEAL

This oatmeal is packed with fiber, protein, potassium, Omega 3 fats and energizing carbohydrates! To note, serving large globs of nut butter is not recommend for children because it can be a choking hazard. I got a little carried away with the amount of nut butter I topped on this oatmeal when filming and taking a photo! We do include nut butter such as almond or peanut butter, just a smaller amount that we mix in!

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Nourishing Breakfast Oatmeal

Servings 1

Author Healthy Grocery Girl

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1 cup water
• 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
• 1 tablespoon almond or peanut butter
• 1/2 cup ripe banana sliced
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

• Add water and oats into a pot and cook on the stove top.
• Once oatmeal has finished, add your toppings and enjoy!