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5 months old
Henry is five months old now, which is impossible to believe. He is becoming so much more animated and interactive. He smiles at us and laughs all the time, he even plays little games — usually involving ripping up the Sunday Papers. He is also much more happy to play on his tummy which I’m … read more >
Healthy lunches on a budget
We recently ran a Nutrition Week in our office, where I gave a talk on “Healthy Lunches on a Budget”. It proved to be really popular so I thought I’d share some of my tips with you.
Back to routine
This month was my target for getting back into some kind of fitness. After a caesarian birth it is essential to allow your body recover fully before you start any rigorous exercise. Luckily there is never any danger of me doing rigorous exercise! I have always dabbled in what I like to call running but … read more >
Beef and Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
This recipe is a great meal for all the family. The full dish only costs €5.81 to make. Buy your ingredients here www.tesco.ie/groceries/
Toddler – Parmesan and Lemon Chicken with Sweet Potato Mash
Serves 4
Toddler – Tasty Courgette Chips
Tip: Why not try this using carrots, parsnips, or sweet potato instead.
Spicy Chickpeas
Try this as a tasty healthy snack during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Friday Night Fajitas
We live in the middle of the countryside, and thankfully we are too far from any takeaway food places to deliver to us, so there’s no temptation on Friday evenings after a long week at work to order in. Of course there are times when I wish we could, but it just takes a little … read more >
Time flies… 1 month old
Henry is one month old now, which is hard to believe. Not, I hasten to add, because time is flying (as it does when you are having fun) but because time has somehow morphed and stretched so that the last month felt like a year. This is what time does when instead of having fun … read more >
Toddler – Tasty Beef and Vegetable Stew
Suitable for 10 months+
Makes 6 toddler portions or 2-3 adult portions
Preperation time 15 minutes
Cooking time 40 minutes.