No Bake Strawberry Jello Pie

Because there are no hot ovens or complicated steps, kids can easily help make this refreshing summer dessert themselves with very little help from their nanny. They can fold in the whipped topping, pour the filling, and arrange slices of fresh sliced strawberries on top of this pie. This strawberry Jello pie is a perfect […]

Red, White, and Blue Shish Kabobs

Looking for a festive kid-friendly snack for the 4th of July? These easy fruit shish kabobs are a sweet way to celebrate! Let little hands build their own patriotic treat by adding fresh strawberries, juicy blueberries, and marshmallows onto skewers. You Will Need: Kid-Friendly Bamboo SkewersStrawberriesBlueberriesMarshmallows What to Do: 1. Wash the fruit and hull […]

Honey-Basted Grilled Peaches

Kids love summer fruit! These grilled honey basted peaches turn a simple fruit into a warm, sweet, and fun treat! Grilling brings out the natural sweetness of juicy peaches while the honey creates a delicious caramelized coating. Served with creamy Greek yogurt, this easy recipe makes a perfect kid-friendly snack, dessert, or summer treat. Be […]

First Thoughts on “Million Dollar Nannies” on Hulu

“Million Dollar Nannies” immediately feels like “The Real World” on MTV — a group of young, attractive nannies from different places living together while working as nannies in Ibiza. Many have large social media followings and share photos and videos from past nanny jobs, which is usually a concern in a profession where NDAs and […]

Vegetable Garden Snack

Turn snack time into garden time! This simple veggie garden platter starts with a “soil” of creamy hummus spread across the bottom, then colorful raw vegetables are arranged upright like fresh vegetables growing from the earth. It’s a nutritious, hands-on snack that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat perfect for curious […]

Crispy Baked Vegetable Chips

Crispy baked zucchini and yellow squash chips are the kind of healthy snack kids don’t even realize is good for them! Even picky eaters get excited when veggies turn into crispy “chips.” I have no reference for the recipe since it’s such a simple recipe that I have been making these vegetable chips for kids […]

Portobello Soba Noodle Salad

This is a kid-friendly vegetarian Portobello Soba Noodle Salad that’s packed with flavor, colorful veggies, and slurp-worthy noodles kids will love! A mother I worked for taught me how she makes this meal without a recipe written down. The measurements for the ingredients are estimates. It is a delicious way for kids to enjoy greens! […]

Patriotic Trifle

Red and blue berries make are the natural colors to use for any summertime patriotic holiday. This patriotic trifle has layers of strawberries, blueberries, and cheesecake pudding making it perfect for Memorial Day, the 4th of July, and Labor Day. Allow the children to help you wash the berries and layer the fruit and cream […]

Homemade Fruit Leather

Homemade fruit leather is the snack that feels like a treat but quietly wins at nutrition. It’s simple, customizable, and a fun way to use up ripe fruit before it turns into a science experiment on the counter. It is simple to blend fresh or frozen fruit, spread, bake, peel, and cut into strips. Children […]

Blueberry Almond French Toast Breakfast Casserole for Mother’s Day

Blueberry almond French toast breakfast casserole is the perfect Mother’s Day activity for kids because it’s simple, fun, and filled with sweet flavors everyone will love. Children will enjoy helping layer the bread, whisking the eggs, adding juicy blueberries, and sprinkling sliced almonds while creating a special homemade treat for their Mom. The best part? […]