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December 8, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

Toddler Stocking Stuffer Ideas

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.

This time of year, nothing gives me more joy than giving gifts! As my children open their gifts, seeing their little faces light up with excitement will be some of my most cherished memories. Each holiday season I enjoy putting out a children’s holiday gift guide here on my blog. I love to help other parents come up with fun and different ideas to gift to their children. I thought it would be helpful to include ideas for stocking stuffers for toddlers too! Below are 3 ideas and everything is linked.

A child’s Introduction to the Nutcracker from Running Press:

Who doesn’t love the magical story of the classic holiday favorite The Nutcracker Ballet? Together you and your kids can follow along as The Nutcracker makes its way from an idea, to the big stage, and then on to become the world’s most popular holiday ballet. A child’s Introduction to the Nutcracker from Running Press is filled with beautiful illustrations and helps little readers see all the people, all the creativity, and diversity that has helped to make this ballet such an important part of the holiday season. The book even includes a removable coloring poster to spark your children’s creativity! I look forward to reading the book about dance to my children every holiday season.

Green Toys Best for Baby Bundle:

All kids LOVE to be gifted with toys. Parents love toys that will with-stand the test of time. My family has always turned Green Toys for over 10 years because their quality is amazing. They are made in the USA from 100% recycled plastic with no BPA, Phthalates, or PVC. They are dishwasher safe for easy cleaning and very durable. This bundle includes a Tugboat, the Brave Little Tugboat book, Race Car, and a Twist Teether. You can use the promo code BABBLE for 20% off orders from 11/26/21-12/17/21 on the Green toys website.

Surprize By Stride Rite Toddler Shoes:

If you have a busy on the go toddler you know they need a good durable pair of shoes. As a mom of 4, I have often turned to Stride Rite for my toddlers. They design their shoes to help build strength and coordination through every step. Giving kids the confidence they need to go go go! The Razer black toddler boy shoe has a memory form insole for comfort and it’s 100% machine washable literally making it my favorite shoe because it always looks clean. It is available exclusively at Target.com

I hope you and your family have a wonderful holiday season!

Xoxo

Ashlee

November 15, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

Christmas Gift Guide 2021

Christmas is a special time of year. As a parent nothing is more rewarding then seeing the magic of Christmas through your children’s eyes! I have 10 and 8 year old boys, 4 year old daughter, and a 20 month old baby boy. Based on my mom experience I thought I would round up my all time FAVORITE toys and list them for you below. You can directly shop the items listed by clicking on the bold title of each toy. All the links are commissionable links for me. I hope you and your family have a happy holiday season!

Kids Holiday Gifts:

Foamnasium Blocksy Mini Kids Couch: This set can be used as a sofa or play blocks for your kids. They can climb, build forts, or snuggle up and enjoy a movie or book. Comes in a few colors and I think it looks great in any playroom or family room.

Wooden Balance Board: This sturdy piece is great for open ended play. Children can rock, balance, climb, or use it for a car ramp. This board is good for 18 months and up and can hold over 300 lbs. My kids love using this when they play the floor is lava.

Kids Video Camera: Kids can record videos, use different frames and filters. You can use time lapse and time stamps on the videos. It is very user friendly and comes in a few different colors. Great for ages 3 and up and is affordable.

Wooden Climber– A climbing triangle with a ramp. My littles are all about this toy. They use it every day. They climb, slide, ride trucks down the ramp, and hide inside of it with a blanket over it. I highly recommend this if you have a toddler who loves to climb. My 4.5 year old loves it as well.

Gravity Game: Award winning gravity maze marble run game. This is a great way to keep them busy and get them thinking. I would suggest this game for harder to buy kids who are about 8 and up.

Electric Pin Ball: This arcade game is great for ages 6-10 ish. It can fit on a table or desk and is something different they can enjoy playing at home.

Toys Squigz: Ages 3 and up. ENCOURAGES CREATIVITY, EXPERIMENTATION, sensory stimulation; helps motor skills, problem solving. Keeps them engaged and busy. This are also fun to throw in a kids sensory bin.

Baby Sorter: If you have any baby on your list this toy is a fun one. They can play with the shapes and try and get them into the box. It’s also fun for preschoolers. Top rated toy.

Kids Iphone cell phone: This is great for 1-5ish. My two littles love this phone and fight over it so I had to order another one. It charges like a real iphone and it plays music and lights up. Is very affordable too!

Pop Tubes Sensory Toy: This toy makes a great stocking stuffer. It can be for babies and up. My 4 children played with these for hours on a long car ride we had this summer. They are a huge hit with all ages.

Shape Shifting Box: Fidget Toy: This cube is great for older kids who are hard to buy for. The cube transforms into over 70 shapes and comes highly rated. Ages 8 and up.

Brain Blocks: This STEM wooden block set it great for ages 2 and up. My kids play with this all the time. We have 2 sets and it is a very simple toy that will keep them busy and open up their imagination.

Kitchen Sink: A toy sink that you add water to and the water will continue to run. (Battery operated) This toy I feel like is famous because, I see so many moms say it keeps their toddlers busy. I got one for my toddler this Christmas.

Clack Kids Magnet Stacking Game: Ages 4 and up 2-6 players. This is a simple yet fun game for kids to play. You match colors and objects when you roll the dice and pick up the pieces in stacks because they are magnetic. My kids love this game.

Rocket Launcher: A toy rocket launcher that goes up to 100 feet. Perfect for ages 3 and up.

Baby Stroller : This stroller looks and works like a real one. It has buckles and folds down for easy storage.

Air Fort – This inflatable fort can be put up in 30 seconds. It is large enough to fit several kids and adults. I love that it is easy to take down and store. Make sure you order the fan with this. Linked it here.

Electric skateboard: Great for a teen just don’t forget the safety gear too!

Loop Lab Box Science– Give the gift of STEM to a little future scientist. The subscription boxes features a different theme and includes everything your kids need to start experimenting right away! You can make a selection how often a new boxes arrives to their front door. This is the gift that keeps on giving!

Inflatable Gymnastics Mat. You can select how feet you want depending on how much you want to spend. This mat is great for tumbling, yoga, cheerleading, floating, or just doing gymnastics. I love that it is inflatable so it is easy to store.

Book Series: Trapped in a video game. My boys are picky with books and they really enjoy reading this series.

November 3, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

Dining room refresh

This blog post is sponsored by Raymour & Flanigan. All opinions are my own.

I have always had a fantastic experience with Raymour & Flanigan. About 13 years ago, when my husband I first moved in together we purchased most of our furniture through their store. Then this past spring we did a master bedroom refresh and updated our bedroom furniture through their store as well. Our dining room has needed a makeover for awhile. Our old traditional furniture was a bit too dark for my taste. I wanted to replace the dining room furniture with something that had light wood tones and a more modern feel. I searched the internet for something that would have a light wood tone and be durable for my 4 children. I fell in love with the Elmwood Park 7-pc. Dining Set. The table and chairs appeared to be very durable and the color of the set was just what I was looking for!

A few days later, my daughter and I headed into our local Raymour & Flanigan to shop. The store is always a fun experience for us because the staff is very helpful and friendly. My daughter and I love walking around looking at all the beautiful pieces. When we first walked in, we found the table right away. I walked around a bit more to make sure there was nothing else that caught my eye. Then we found the Elmwood Park 2-pc. Buffet w/ Hutch and Lighting in the show room too. It was everything we needed. It was large, sturdy, and had plenty of storage for our dishware. It also had a wine rack and lighting. We added the Holly Bar Cart to our final order. I found it online and thought it would look perfect against the opposite wall of the hutch. I could not wait to get this entire set delivered to my home so, I could decorate!

Once I met with the store manger, I found out that delivery could literally be within 3 days! The delivery and set up were effortless. I received a text message in the AM that my delivery time frame was between 2pm-5pm. I was able to track the delivery truck right from my phone. When the truck pulled up to my driveway, the two men worked rather quickly to set up the entire dining room for us. They were fast and cleaned everything up. I look forward to creating many beautiful family memories in our new dining.

The before…. What an improvement the new furniture and fresh paint really brighten the room and give it a more modern airy feel!

Thanks for stopping by

Ashlee

September 22, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

School is in Session

This blog post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.

Yay I finally have a minute to breathe with my 3 older children back in school! Hudson and Everett are currently in 4th and 3rd grade. My daughter, Winter is in preschool 4 full days a week. I was sad to see summer come to an end but, we all needed to get back into a routine. My kids thrive off of structure and being around other children. I thought it would be fun to share with you all some back to school products, that I find helpful to have on hand for your kids!

First up is Mederma Scar Cream for kids. I think every parent should have their medicine cabinet stocked with this product. Active kids are always getting hurt. In fact, all summer long my kids had scrapes on their poor knees. I often worry about their scrapes and cuts scarring and how that can damage their self-esteem as they get older. Therefore, whenever one of my kids gets a cut or scrape, I reach for this kid-friendly scar cream. It is clinically proven to visibility reduce the overall appearance of scars in an easy-to-use gel. My kids love that it goes on purple and rubs in clear. I love that it helps to reduce scars because it locks in moisture, boosts collagen production, and helps the skin cells to renew. For the best results, you should apply it to your child’s cut as soon as the wound has closed. Then use it consistently for 4-8 weeks. Winter has had an awful scar on her knee from a bad fall off her scooter this past May. I started using this scar cream in August and was really impressed with the results.

I love to let my kids know that I am thinking of them while they are at school by putting little lunch notes in their bento boxes. MyWish4U Lunch Notes From Me! is a fun way to make your child smile and for your to connect with them. It’s so simple because all you need to do is tear off a note from the book and slip in in their lunch box. You can even use these when they go to camp, afterschool sports, sleepovers, grandparent’s house, family trips in the car, around the dinner table etc.) The notes contain jokes, riddles, brainteasers, cool facts, and positive messages on colorful paper. They are only $4.99 and a great way for you to make your children feel special when you are not with them. To keep things fun and put a smile on your kiddos faces you can grab MyWish4U Lunch Notes From Me! right here. Also available at Target stores nationwide.

My kids love all things STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math). I cannot always get my children to read but, if it involves problem solving and experiments they are all about it. STEM Like A Girl Book is a wonderful book to have in your home even if you don’t have girls! The fully illustrated book provides 15 hands-on STEM-based experiments that kids can do at home. It also introduces you to 35 inspiring girls who have done the experiments. When cabin fever hits during the colder months your kids will have fun doing these STEM activities. The Blast Off and Marble Maze were fun for my kids to do together.

Thanks for stopping by and checking out all these products.

Ashlee

August 13, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

Kids Back To School Finds.

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx

Have your kids gone back to school yet? Hudson and Everett start the 4th and 3rd grade August 26th and Winter starts her final year of preschool August 31st! I say this every year but, boy does summer time fly by! Now that we are gearing up to start a new school year, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to share some great products with you. I think these products can help make your life easier and keep it exciting for your kids this school year!

When the school year starts life gets even busier because we are juggling homework, sports, and other school activities. It is important to me that we still take time to bond over the weekend. We love having Friday night movie nights or game nights. Banana Panda is a brand of puzzles, games, and books that the entire family can have fun with. We have the Observation Puzzle Dinosaurs and the Observation Puzzle Space. Each super sized puzzle set comes in a keepsake box with a large educational poster that is included! My kids loved laying out the big poster and then putting together the puzzle. The also enjoyed reading all the fun facts about dinosaurs and space!

You can use code playandlearn for 15% off valid July 10- September 30th head to https://bananapanda.com/ to stock up on some fun educational puzzles for your kiddos!

When the school year starts I pack my kids lunches every day. I love to use products that are not wasteful and easy to clean. (The less plastic baggies we can avoid the better).

Funkins makes waste-free lunch easier and cleaner with their reusable cloth placemats and napkins for kids! The placements and napkins are thick, durable, and easy to wash. They also have full and snack size insulated lunch bags that come in adorable stylish prints! If your kids are messy like mine you can even throw these lunch bags right in the wash on a delicate cycle and they will dry within minutes.

You can use code BBOX2021 at check out to receive 20% off your order at www.myfunkins.ca

Offer is valid through September 30th, 2021.

My oldest son, Hudson does not like to sit still. So after sitting at his desk all day I love to give him activities that get his body moving. He has become obsessed with his Jogoball. Jogoball is a screen-free tech toy/gaming console. You can throw it, shake it, tap it, spin it and it can detect when you do these actions. It offers 15 interactive screen-free games: like endurance workouts, social games, trivia games, and music. enjoy playing with him too! We love to do the endurance workout games. You download the Jogoball APP on your phone and sync it with your Jogoball that runs off of a Bluetooth speaker. It’s a family game that everyone can have fun with!

You can use the code BABBLE for 20% off.

Http://www.Jogoball.com/

After school, when the kids do not have sport activities we love to go for family walks around our neighborhood. The kids usually take their bikes and scooters! SmarTrike is a great brand that provides children with confidence to explore the world through physical activity. They have folding stroller trikes, balance bikes, and scooters.

To enjoy quality time before or after school and appreciate your surroundings head to Smartrike.com and use the discount code: Tribe15 to save on any scooter, bike, or stroller trike.

All my kids get excited to buy new back to school shoes. I love getting them a pair they love to help give them an extra boost of confidence too! Stride Rite has been a brand I turn to since my kids were tiny. They have been around since 1919. Did you know that Surprize by Stride Rite is a sub-tier of Stride Rite and it’s sold exclusively at Target? Winter loves all things pink so, she was thrilled with her Surprize by Stride Rite, Revel pink. They make the perfect girl shoe because they go with her dresses. They are sturdy for her to run around the school playground in and easy to put on and take off with their wide opening. The best part is the laces light up and the shoes are water proof so you can throw them right in the wash when they get dirty!

I am sure all parents can relate… Once back to school hits you feel like you are living in your car chauffeuring around your kids. We are busy driving to and from school and sports so the kids always end up eating lots of snacks in my car. I like to keep Yipes! Wipes in my car to clean up messy faces and hands. Yipes! Hand & Face Cleaning Wipes are designed to gently remove dirt. They are made with 99% plant-derived ingredients. No parabens, phthalates, or petroleum. Dermatologist tested and hypoallergenic too. These are great to give to your children for them to keep in their backpacks, lockers, or for you to keep in your car. The convenient canister or individual pocket sized sachets make these children’s wipes easy to keep them literally anywhere!

Discount code YakToSchool for 15% off entire website at yipewipes.com

I hope you and your children have a successful school year!

Ashlee

July 23, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

First Aid for the Family

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com on behalf of Dermoplast

Sweet summer time with kids means lots of time outdoors to enjoy the sunshine, fresh air, and all the physical activities you can think of! My 4 children love to hike in the woods, ride their bikes, swim, play at the park, attend camp, run through the grass and explore all summer long. With all that time we spend outdoors you can bet we experience our fair share of bug bites, sunburn, cuts, and scrapes. It’s a necessity that I stay stocked on all the first aid essentials such as band aids, sun screen, bug spray, and antibacterial spray. To make my life easier I store all the first aid essentials in a large clear container in our upstairs hall closet. That way when one of the kids gets a bug bite, cut, scrap, or burn I can quickly grab what I need and help treat those unfortunate booboos.

Dermoplast First Aid is a wonderful option to always have on hand for the family. It is a no touch spray that offers fast pain relief for cuts, scrapes, burns, sunburns, and insect bites. It kills 99.9% of germs and is safe for ages 2+.

Dermoplast Pain, Burn, & Itch offers fast pain relief with their spray no-touch application. The formula includes menthol to cool & comfort and aloe lanolin to soothe skin. It helps offer fast relief for insect bites, minor cuts, scrapes , burns, and sun burns.

My oldest son was recently attending summer camp and I received a call from the nurse there. She was concerned with a bug bite (we think it may have been a spider bite) on his arm that was swollen and red. It was the size of a large bouncy ball which was a bit alarming. When I brought him home we treated it with Dermoplast Pain, Burn, & Itch and within a few hours the itch and swelling went down. Whew what a relief for this mama!

I will always keep Demoplast Products in our home to treat my children’s cuts, burns, and insect bites because they are a brand I recognize from my child birth days in the hospital! They have helped to relieve my postpartum pain with all 4 of my child births.

Having 4 active kids I have learned you always need to stock up on antibacterial spray. You can click this link to download a coupon to save on Dermoplast Products and find them at the following retails Amazon (linked here), Walmart, Walgreens, CVS, and grocery stores.

Hope you and your kids have a fun, adventures, and safe summer!

Ashlee

June 15, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

Restful Night’s Sleep

This post is sponsored by Natrol, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own.

Today I am sharing with you my family’s nighttime routine with Natrol® Sleep+, a drug-free sleep line that takes the benefits of melatonin and adds even more ingredients for additional health benefits! They literally have an option for everyone.

Being a parent of 4 active children, I have learned that a good night’s sleep is something I desperately need more of. Sleep makes everything better! When I am not getting enough sleep, I’m not functioning at 100%. In fact, I think that any young parent can relate to this. I have nursed all my babies, and that means that I am flying solo when they wake up in the middle of the night. I have gone years without a solid 8 hours of sleep, and it really started to catch up with me. By midday, I am sluggish and ready for a nap. Thankfully, we recently changed up our nighttime routine, and I am finally getting the much needed sleep my body requires.

Our nighttime routine

Our routine starts with bath/shower time for all 4 kids. Then they quietly play with a toy or read a book while I turn their sound machines on and fill their diffusers with some lavender and cedarwood oil. My husband lays with my 4 year old for a bit while I nurse the baby to sleep. When the two littles are down for the night, we then lay with our older boys and talk about our highs and lows of the day. We tell them “good night” and then I head into the kitchen to finish tidying up. Then it is finally my “me time,” where I either take a hot bubble bath to unwind or watch a show with my husband. I take my Natrol Sleep+ Beauty with the added ingredients Biotin and Vitamin E, and my husband takes the Natrol Sleep+ Immune Health with Elderberry, Zinc, and Vitamins C & D. Then I wash my face, brush my teeth, and use a magnesium spray with frankincense on the bottom of my feet. When I wake up in the morning, I feel rested!† I like to lay in bed for a few minutes thinking about what my blessings are for the day, and then get ready to tackle the day ahead.

About Natrol Sleep+ Products:

Natrol Sleep+ Immune Health – Includes a powerful blend of Melatonin, Elderberry, Zinc, and Vitamins C & D.

Natrol Sleep+ Beauty – Includes a powerful blend of Melatonin, Biotin, Vitamin E.

Natrol Sleep+ Calm – Includes a powerful sleep blend of Melatonin, L-Theanine, and botanicals Chamomile, Lavender and Lemon Balm.

These products are all 100% drug free, great tasting, non-GMO, vegetarian, gelatin free, and free of synthetic dyes, artificial flavors, sweeteners, and preservatives. They come in yummy berry flavored gummies, too!

Not to mention, Natrol Sleep+ even has a Kids line! We like to use these for my 9, 8, and 4 year olds. We use the Natrol Kids Sleep+ gummies on busy days when they are too wound up and help them sleep better.+ A good blend of vitamins to support my kids immune system!†

Natrol Kids Sleep+ Immune Health – Includes a powerful blend of Melatonin, Elderberry, Zinc, Vitamins C & D.

Natrol Kids Sleep+ Calm – Includes a powerful sleep blend of Melatonin + L-Theanine + botanicals Chamomile, Lavender and Lemon Balm.

These are also all great-tasting, non-GMO, vegetarian & gelatin free and free of synthetic dyes, artificial flavors, sweeteners or preservatives. The delicious berry-flavored gummies are 100% drug-free and non-habit forming. Kids’ Melatonin products are pediatrician recommended and safe and effective for children ages 4+.**

Here is to a restful night’s sleep for the entire family. That way we can all wake up rested and ready to take on the new day!†

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Melatonin is a solution for occasional sleeplessness. †

Recommended by the Canadian Paediatric Society. ^Nielsen, xAOC

†These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

April 27, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

Bedroom Furniture Makeover

This Blog Post is Sponsored by Raymour & Flanigan. All opinions are my own.

When my husband and moved into our first home together we purchased all of our furniture from Raymour & Flanigan. We had a wonderful experience selecting our furniture from them. It has been 12 years since that time and I have been wanting to refresh our master bedroom. Side note: We recently remodeled our master bathroom and I wanted our bedroom to flow with the vibe. (The vibe is white, airy, modern boho/farmhouse). Therefore, I knew our master bedroom furniture needed an update because the wood is dark cherry. I headed to our local Raymour & Flanigan in Wilkes Barre, Pa and had a blast selecting our new bedroom furniture and all the decorations. As I walked around the showroom, I found a few different sets I loved. Ultimately the second I discovered the Playa 4-pc. Platform Bedroom Set w/ Storage Bed I knew that this was the set I had to have! The beautiful wood grain detail was exactly what I was looking for. I loved the clean lines, effortless style, and sturdiness of the drawers. It was an added bonus that the bed has two drawers underneath it for storage. I also added the Playa Bedroom Chest. The top of this piece opens up with a mirror and compartment space for all of my jewelry and I added on an additional night stand from the set. My sales associate was a delight to work with. He helped me select two beautiful Ariga Glass Table Lamps, two wavy vases to style on the dresser, and Chantilly Lace I Wall Art that went with the look of my room perfectly.

Once we ordered everything, I was thrilled to learn that delivery would happen in 5 days from my ordering! The delivery and set up was a breeze. I received a call in the AM that my delivery would be coming by 2PM. When the truck pulled up my drive way, the two men worked rather quickly to set up the entire bedroom for us. They were fast, friendly, and did not leave a scratch or kick on any of my floors or walls. I plan on using Raymour & Flanigan in the future when we are ready to redo our dining room.

A few things more things that I feel are great about Raymour & Flanigan: Style for everyone, delivery in 3 days of less, 7 days a week, no assembly required on your part, and a very helpful showroom experience.

Additional links:

Dresser

Bed

Here are the before pictures of our bedroom. As you can see the new furniture has definitely brighten up this space!

Thanks for stopping by,

Ashlee

April 19, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

Bathroom Remodel

I never thought my bathroom would be my favorite room in my house, but I was wrong. Our master bathroom was low on the list of home updates because we knew it would be a total gut job. When finally redoing the bathroom become a reality, I started pinning bathrooms I loved on Pinterest for my inspiration. I realized the vibe I wanted was modern, bohemian/farmhouse. I wanted natural wood and a bright airy space. I fell in love with the idea of having a beaded light in the space. Once I knew I would use that in the bathroom everything else fell into place. The tile we decided on is white with some greyish/brownish veining. We went with black matte fixtures, a solid wood vanity, and a natural wood floating shelf/counter for my makeup and hair area. I added some boho decor and white floating shelves. I styled them with a plant and a macrame basket. I will link as much as I can below and I will also share the before pictures. You will be blown away with the transformation. Our contractor did an amazing job and I couldn’t be happier with this new space!

LINKS:
vanity sink / tile / beaded light / vanity lights / area rug / wooden chair / mirror / wall paint color

floating shelves / tulip basket / macrame baskets / art work / plant / sink faucet

Thank you for stopping by

xoxo

Ashlee

April 3, 2021 by ashlee stoodley

Dinner Problem Solved.

I was asked by Carusele to participate in the #GreenGiant campaign, sponsored by Green Giant. Although I have been compensated, all opinions are my own.

In our family the side dish makes the meal!

When it comes to dinner time, we usually make a protein, and some vegetables. Everyone usually agrees on the main course but the discrepancies lie in who likes the supporting dishes. Being that we have 4 children everyone has a preference on what vegetables they will actually eat. One of my challenges as a mother is I do not want my kids to go to bed hungry, so pleasing as many as possible is a high priority.

We have done your typical broccoli, carrots, mashed cauliflower and zuchinni noodles with parmesan, but in a 7 day week we are constantly looking for more options. A family favorite of ours has become Green Giant Veggie Fries.

Green Giant Veggie Fries have (1) full serving of vegetables and Green Giant Veggie Rings are made with real vegetables making them a great alternative to fries and tater tots. So if you struggle to come up with sides your children will actually eat for dinner try the crispy and crunchy kid-friendly Green Giant Veggie Fries and Rings!!

If your family is anything like ours, it’s not enough for the kids to just eat the meal, they need to take part in the preparation. In my house my kids have come up with an amazing recipe they love to enjoy their veggies fries with. I make the meatloaf, but I allow them to create a wonderful dip that allows them to be part of the meal.

They came up with a Dill pickle yogurt dip as the dipping sauce for the Veggie Fries and Veggie Rings which was the hit of the meal!