April 1, 2008
All Five Food Groups OK for Me
In the nutrition world and often on this blog, there is talk about eating local, low fat, organic healthy foods. While I still think that is a good goal to strive for, after an evening with my 18 month old who cried, pouted, begged, and screamed almost the entire night, I say to all other moms out there - if you served anything that resembled a meal with the five food groups, you are doing OK in this nutritionist's world.
Often times as moms we feel guilty for not doing more for our children. So, on those days that are challenging, I encourage you to be proud of what you did right. Therefore, tonight I am proud that in between tantrums I was able to reheat the Pennsylvania BBQ, put it on a bun (it was a wheat bun), heat canned peas, serve the drained mixed fruit, and pour a glass of milk to serve a homemade meal that had all five food groups.
This post is to all moms who are trying to do the best they can. Keep up the good work.
Posted by Jennifer McCaffrey at 7:56 PM |
