The best "tool" I've found to keep me motivated and focused is a weekly meal plan. It takes me about 30 minutes to prepare at the beginning of the week, but it's so rewarding once completed. I create a shopping list as I plan the meals for each day, so once done, I can take the list to the store and get all the items I need for the week.
Creating a meal planning template is easy to do. You may be savvy on the computer and can create a spreadsheet or table, or you can download free meal planning templates online. A great resource I personally use are the forms found on OrganizedHome.com. This site not only offers free menu planning templates, but many other forms to help you better organize your home.
Now that you have your template, it's time to fill it in. Planning what to feed your kids that's healthy may be challenging, but it is quite possible. Kids, as well as adults, need the recommended servings of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and protein. Keeping this in mind will help guide you in planning healthy meals.
If you need ideas of healthy meals for your kids, the Super Healthy Kids site is a great resource. This blog is full of information on how to get your kids to eat healthy foods. It also includes yummy and nutritious recipes as well as free weekly menus. I use this site in planning my kids' meals and it has saved me a lot of time and headaches! Teaching your children early how to eat healthy will help them begin to make good food choices that will carry them through their lives.
So are you ready to make the commitment today to raise Super Healthy Kids (if you're not already)? How did this blog post impact you? I would love to hear from you! Leave a comment below and don't forget to spread the love by sharing this post on Facebook and Twitter! Thank you and I appreciate you!!!
To your family's health,
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