This article was sponsored and co-authored by Mission MightyMe. Mission MightyMe co-founder Catherine Jaxon calls nuts “the original functional food”—even for small children. “Nuts have been delivering incredible nutritional benefits long before ‘functional foods’ became a trend,” she says. Jaxon mentions that many nuts offer plant-based protein, healthy unsaturated fats, fiber, and important vitamins and ...
Mornings with a toddler are unpredictable. One day they might love blueberries, the next day they’re offended by them. One food they’ll likely never get sick of? Pancakes! This toddler-friendly pancake recipe is easy for parents to make (or make ahead), and even easier for little hands to hold. It uses just a handful of ...
Thrive Market’s content is produced by skilled writers, fact-checked by experts, and updated regularly. This article was reviewed and edited by: Michelle Leonetti, MS, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Senior Nutrition and Regulatory Manager at Thrive Market Depending on the day, packing your kids’ school lunch can be either fun and creative, or stressful, overwhelming, and ...
Big changes are happening in the kids’ aisle: while puffs, fruit snacks, and pouches are just as popular, parents are getting more serious about reading ingredient labels, kids are starting to eat more adventurously, and real, whole foods are the focus more than ever before. At Thrive Market, our Merchandising and Owned Brand teams are ...
A friendly reminder: Father’s Day 2026 is on Sunday, June 21! Whether he’s the grill master, the early morning smoothie maker, the nature-loving hiker, or the guy who somehow knows how to fix everything, we’ve rounded up the best healthy Father’s Day gifts to celebrate every kind of dad. From wellness finds to pantry favorites ...
Once your baby turns one year old, many pediatricians start to recommend introducing cow’s milk. But what happens when cow’s milk just doesn’t agree with your newly minted toddler’s digestion? In these instances, many parents wonder about the benefits of alternative milks like goat milk. We spoke to Elke Pascoe, mother of three and founder ...
Welcoming a new baby is joyful, exhausting, and life-changing—and during this transition, new mom nutrition becomes more important than ever. Your body is healing, your hormones are shifting, and your energy needs are higher (especially if you’re breastfeeding). Eating balanced, nutrient-dense foods can make a meaningful difference in how you feel day to day. This ...
We know how much thought and care goes into every product you choose for your baby, and we take that responsibility seriously. Since launching our new (and improved!) Thrive Market Ultra Soft & Absorbent Diapers, some members have reached out with thoughtful questions about our transition from totally chlorine free (TCF) to elemental chlorine free ...
As the holiday season approaches, pies are the grand finale after many meals. Unlike cookies or cakes, however, pies can seem intimidating to many home bakers—and often, pie crusts are the main culprit! If you want to make this the year you skip the store-bought pie and finally learn to make your own pies from ...
Finding low-sugar snacks that still taste amazing shouldn’t feel like a scavenger hunt. Whether you’re packing lunch for work, need grab-and-go low sugar snacks for busy days, or simply want low sugar snack ideas to keep on hand, we’ve curated a lineup of delicious options with 5g of sugar or less per serving. Keeping your ...
If you’ve ever stood in the grocery aisle scanning food labels, wondering what’s actually good for your kids, you’re not alone. With so many buzzwords and claims on packaging, it can be tough to know what to look for — and what to skip. We turned to Dr. Nicole Beurkens, a clinical psychologist with a ...
Picky eating can turn a happy family dinner into a standoff. If you’re tired of short-order cooking or worried your child will never touch a green vegetable, you’re not alone. We spoke with Katie Kimball, educator, author, and founder of Kids Cook Real Food, to gather practical, compassionate strategies that work at real kitchen tables. ...
If the kids love it and you love it, it’s a winner. In our second annual After Schoolies Awards, we rounded up our members’ favorite products to stuff in backpacks, arrange on dinner plates, and stock in the medicine cabinet. These are the can’t-live-without products that parents (and their little ones) love to see in ...
Our nonprofit partners at FoodCorps work diligently every day to help bring food education and nourishing meals to public schools across the country. Their members create and sustain healthy school food environments by providing nutritious school meals, hands-on learning activities, and educational programs in public schools. Some days, this looks like harvesting fresh produce from ...
For another easy, kid-friendly recipe idea, check out these No-Bake Breakfast Bars Two Ways. What’s more filling than cereal, as convenient as a breakfast bar, and still totally kid-approved? These Low-Sugar Apple Oat Muffins! With real rolled oats, unsweetened applesauce for flavor, and maple syrup instead of added sugar, these muffins check all the boxes ...
Khloé Kardashian is a lot of things, but above all else, she’s a busy mom. Kardashian has been transparent about her health journey since the early days of her family’s reality show. These days, she’s passionate about exercise (she often shares her workout routines with her 303 million Instagram followers) and about healthy eating — ...
Healthy relationships are the foundation of well-being, and that includes the bond between parents and children. A strong parent-child relationship helps foster emotional resilience, build trust, and create a safe space for growth and development. But what does a healthy relationship between parent and child actually look like? Below, we explore the key signs of ...
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Proper nutrition is essential for children’s growth, development, and overall health. To make this topic fun, engaging—and extra delicious—here are some tips, games, and interactive ways you can help kids develop healthy habits that last for a ...
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Pregnancy is an unforgettable adventure — especially the first time around. One minute you’re reading baby name lists, the next you’re Googling whether sushi is off-limits and wondering if your cravings for peanut butter at midnight are ...
Summer is the season of family adventures. Whether you’re heading to the beach, hiking in the mountains, or making your way across the country to visit family, flying with a baby requires extra planning. If your vacation includes a plane ride, you may be wondering how to prepare for flying with a baby in a ...
Becoming a parent is one of life’s most transformative experiences, filled with joy, uncertainty, and countless decisions. For new parents, the journey can feel overwhelming, especially in a world full of conflicting advice. But there’s good news: you don’t need to have all the answers to be a great parent. Instead, learning to trust yourself, ...
When photographer Monroe Alvarez found out she was pregnant with her first child right in the midst of the first COVID-19 lockdowns, it set into motion a new phase of life — and a personal evolution. “The baby years were tough for me,” Alvarez says. Her son, Koa, taught her to communicate without words during ...
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Getting kids to eat enough fiber can be a challenge, especially if they’re picky eaters. Fiber is essential for healthy digestion, but many children don’t get the recommended daily intake. The good news? There are plenty of ...
This article was written with help from AI and edited by Thrive Market’s talented team of human writers. Nausea—commonly known as morning sickness—can make any pregnancy challenging. Fortunately, there are several ways to ease the discomfort and feel better fast. Pregnancy Nausea Remedies From stocking up on ginger to getting plenty of fresh air, here ...