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Sometimes feeding your kids—especially picky eaters—while feeding yourself isn’t practical. If you have postpartum nutrition needs, perimenopause protein goals, kids with food allergies or simply don’t want to eat the same foods as your kids, cooking two meals may be the norm. Kacie Barnes, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and advisor to Jennifer Garner’s Once Upon a Farm, shares her best tips—and cooking twice isn’t one of them.

Just like you have a skincare routine, your baby should have one, too—although it may look a lot simpler than yours! A gentle skincare routine helps protect your baby’s skin microbiome and barrier, preserving that fresh baby softness. Our favorite non-toxic diaper brand just launched a science-backed skincare line made specifically for little ones

Candy is of course a big part of Halloween. But for those who want to offer something else to trick-or-treater it can be a nice change-up and stand out in their treat bags. So we’re sharing a few ideas for non-candy treats that are perfect for Halloween night. Warning: some of these are going to be more popular than any candy, so buy extra!

Halloween is almost here, and we’ve rounded up some of our favorites for little ones, big kids & adults. Whether you’re looking for silly spooky fun or a f horror film to cozy up to for date night, here are some classics and newer movies for all ages.

For years, schools have made preparations for the potential of a  school shooting. Combined with recent coverage of gun violence on TV and on social media, kids are becoming aware of what school shootings are. We’re sharing advice from Nancy Kislin, author of the book, Lockdown: Talking To Your Kids About School Violence, about ways to address this important issue.

This month, North County esteemed pediatric dentist Dr. Breanne Reid shares pacifier advice for parents of babies and toddlers. Read Dr. Brea’s post for helpful hows and wisdom-filled whys around lessening pacifier dependence.