Happy & Healthy Kids with Culturelle® Probiotics


This is a sponsored post on behalf of Culturelle, though I’ve been compensated for my time and all opinions are my own.

This time of year with the winter season being in full force, it’s important to keep my kids and family as healthy as possible. We make sure to wash our hands regularly, get enough sleep, eat our fruits and veggies, but even after doing all of that… sometimes it’s just not enough. That’s why I love knowing I can depend on Culturelle Kids Probiotic to help keep them healthy!*

Culturelle Kids Probiotic helps support kids immune systems, digestive systems, and contributes to their overall health.* Only Culturelle Kids Probiotic contains 100% Lactobacillus GG, the most clinically studied probiotic in children.†† With Culturelle being the #1 Pediatrician Recommended Probiotic Brand, I know it’s a product I can trust. †

Now, my kids love their electronics – the video games, phones, and tablets. They also love being outside. One of their new favorite hobbies is target shooting with the bows they got for an early Christmas present. They’d love to go outside every day and practice, but they need their strength to have the energy to hit their targets!

It’s great exercise (my arms ache even after a few shots) and they definitely need to be 100% to be able to enjoy the fun. I love seeing them happy and healthy all year round, but I love it even more when they are thriving and healthy during flu season.

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Though my kids love their electronics – the video games, phones, and tablets, they also love being outside. One of their new favorite hobbies is target shooting with the bows they got for an early  Christmas present. They’d love to go outside every day and practice – and they need their strength to have the energy to hit their targets.
It’s great exercise (my arms ache even after a few shots) and they definitely need to be 100% to be able to enjoy the fun. I love seeing them happy and healthy all year round, but I love it even more when they are thriving and healthy during flu season.

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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
†Based on a 2014 survey among pediatricians recommending a probiotic brand.
††Based on the number of Lactobacillus GG clinical studies, as of August 2014.

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Valentine’s Marshmallow Pops

Supplies:

-Marshmallows
-Pink Candy Melts (I used a dark pink as well as a light pink for some dimension, but you can choose to use just one if you would like)
-Paper Straws
-Pink and Red Sprinkles

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Directions:
-Arrange marshmallows on a tray or plate, lay down wax paper first to ensure they don’t stick.

-In a microwave safe bowl, melt your pink candies. Start with 1 minute and stir, then melt in 15 second intervals and stir each time until fully melted.

-You can dip the marshmallows in your chocolate but I find it easier to simply spoon it over the marshmallow.

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-Sprinkle with your choice of colors or a combination of multiple colors.

-Allow to cool completely until chocolate is hardened, putting them into the fridge for about 15-20 mins usually does the trick!

-And finally, stick your paper straws in the bottom of your marshmallows to make it a “marshmallow pop”

-Wrap up in plastic and enjoy as treats!

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Amazingly Delicious (and easy) Baked Meatballs

I’m embarrassed to admit anytime that I’ve wanted to make spaghetti and meatballs, or meatball sandwiches that I’ve bought pre-made or frozen meatballs (I know, I know, but I’m a Mom in a hurry).

So since I’m trying to do more home cooking, I’ve finally found a recipe that even I can do, and that taste great (and that’s not just my opinion, the kids love these too!) The great thing is most of the ingredients you’ll have in your pantry.

Here’s what you’ll need:

1 lb. hamburger (or ground turkey)
2 eggs
1/2 cup of milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1 cup bread crumbs
1 small onion minced
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 tsp oregano
1 tsp salt
ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup fresh basil (I leave basil out on the kids batch)

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Form into golf ball sized meatballs.
Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Top with your favorite cheese, and enjoy!

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