Have You Cared for a Child with Autism? Child autism is a brain disorder that often results in a lifetime of impaired thinking, feeling, and social functioning — our most uniquely human attributes. Typically, autism affects a child’s ability to communicate, form relationships with others, and respond appropriately to the external world. The disorder becomes apparent […]
[Continue reading...]Do You Think Organic Produce Tastes Better?
April 23, 2012 Leave a Comment
Eat Organic for Earth Day I believe fresh organically grown foods taste better. Think about the tomato sprayed with Windex that Jacqueline Astete described last week and you will understand that foods not covered in synthetic pesticides, chemical fertilizers, and waxes wouldn’t taste as good as organic foods. Since organic food is grown in well-balanced soil and with a […]
[Continue reading...]Planting an Avocado Seed with Kids
April 21, 2012 2 Comments
To sprout an avocado seed, remove the large seed from the center of the fruit and wash it in water. The broad end of the seed is considered to be the bottom and thee pointed end is the top. Insert several toothpicks into the sides of the seed. They should be placed about halfway up […]
[Continue reading...]365 Ways to Live Green for Kids by Sheri Amsel
April 21, 2012 Leave a Comment
Weekly Trip to the Library for Nannies This week when I visited the library I found tons of great children’s books about Earth Day. Reading children’s books to kids helps reinforce concepts you would like to teach them. But I chose today’s book 365 Ways to Live Green for Kids: Saving the Environment at Home, […]
[Continue reading...]Why Should You Pay More for Organic Whole Foods?
April 20, 2012 Leave a Comment
You Are What You EatBy Jacqueline Astete How much did you spend on clothes this year? What about handbags, jewelry, shoes, and cosmetics? If you are willing to spend a few extra dollars on clothing, shoes, and cosmetics that make you feel good on the outside, why not spend a few extra dollars to nourish […]
[Continue reading...]Teaching Kids to Be Green
April 20, 2012 Leave a Comment
Earth Day for Nannies and Au Pairs We constantly hear about global warming and the need to preserve the Earth’s environment. Very simply lifestyle changes can make a great impact. Both adults and children can do little things that help us reduce, reuse, and recycle. Great power lies in the hands of nannies and au pairs […]
[Continue reading...]Reading Organic Labels
April 18, 2012 Leave a Comment
Should We Say No to GMOs? By Jacqueline Astete When choosing food to serve the children in your care the first step is to look for the USDA Organic Seal. The USDA Organic Seal helps inform you of the quality and integrity of organic products. Looking for the USDA label is the first step to take when looking […]
[Continue reading...]Pesticides: Following Healthy, Sensible Food Practices
April 17, 2012 Leave a Comment
Dangers of Pesticides for Children With Earth Day less than a week away we are discussing why we should serve children organic foods this week. Children are at a greater risk for some pesticides than adults for a number of reasons. Children’s internal organs are still developing and maturing and their enzymatic, metabolic, and immune systems may […]
[Continue reading...]Would You Eat a Tomato Sprayed in Windex?
April 16, 2012 Leave a Comment
Painting by Matthis Grunsky Why You Should Serve Organic Fruits and Vegetables to Children By Jacqueline Astete Close your eyes and imagine yourself in the comfort of your employer’s kitchen, making the kids lasagna. Imagine you are just about to add your final ingredient, the pièce de résistance, a tomato. Now, take a bottle of […]
[Continue reading...]Kaboost Chair Booster
April 15, 2012 Leave a Comment
Products Nannies Love When the two-year-old and I visit her friends’ houses and her grandparents’ house they don’t have a second high chair for her to use when eating. That’s why I think the Kaboost Portable Chair Boosteris such an incredible product for nannies, au pairs, and the kids in their care. This portable chair […]
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