Yogurt drops for teething

It's that time again.  That time when the grumpy teething monster rears its ugly head!  Our little ones have teeth coming in, and it is making them cranky!  We're always on the lookout for things to ease their pain, and these yogurt drops are fast, easy, and perfect for the job.  Now, if only Sophie the Giraffe came in yogurt form!

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup yogurt (greek or strained works better for getting "plumper" drops, but we used plain organic and it worked but the drops were thinner)
• fruit or veggie addition of your choice (we made 2 batches: one with 1/2 avocado and one with 1/2 banana) 
• parchment paper, cookie sheet
  

Tip!  Consider making these drops with your favourite smoothie or other baby food.  You can really do it with any liquid!

Method:

1. Mash ingredients together with a fork, or blend together for a smooth consistency.
   
2. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment lined cookie sheet.  The smaller you make them, the faster they melt, so keep that in mind! If you're type A like us you can use a squeeze bottle or ziplock bag with the edge cut off to form perfect little circles.
   
3. Place cookie sheet in freezer until drops set.
4. Remove drops and enjoy!  Store these in the freezer until a teething emergency beckons.
   

We had to try these out, too, and they're delicious! Our little ones devoured these, although the cold texture shocked them at first!

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Let us know how your little one enjoys them!  Also let us know what your best teething tips are!  We need the help....Help!

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Chocolate Pudding Series | Avocado Chocolate Pudding

Back to our favourite topic...CHOCOLATE pudding! A special thank-you to my sis-in-law for this awesome healthy avocado chocolate pudding recipe. Apparently she has tasted quite a few avocado chocolate pudding recipes and this one reigns supreme! Did you know avocados contain more potassium than bananas? They are loaded with nutrients and healthy fats; so go ahead, dig in!

Creamy and delicious!

Ingredients (makes 2 servings)

• 1 medium size avocado
• Remove skin and pit
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• You can use any type of milk you want, but coconut milk tastes soooo delicious!
• Feel free to add more milk to adjust the consistency of the pudding (I like mine thicker).
• 2 pitted medjool dates
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tbsp pure peanut butter (optional but highly recommended)

Method

1. Blend all ingredients in a food processor, vitamix or use a hand blender until smooth.
   
   
2. Chill in fridge for a couple of hours.
3. Enjoy!

   

   Garnish with shredded coconut to make it look extra fancy!

And there you have it! Now you have THREE healthy chocolate pudding recipes to try (and make your kids try). Please let us know which one is your favourite so far!

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