Why is calcium good for kids? How much calcium should toddlers consume? What are good sources of calcium? What can we do if children are intolerant or allergic to lactose? 

Join Pediatrician Katalenas and Chef Candil to discuss this very important topic in our child's nutrition journey. At the end of the episode, Chef Candil gives us a calcium-rich recipe that will blow your kids away!

INGREDIENTS:

• Juice of 1 lemon
• Milk
• 1 lb of sea bass or other white fish
• 1 cup of all-purpose flour
• Salt & Pepper
• EVOO

Video episode: https://youtu.be/DO-D3vtC3G0

Why do babies peel off? What can we do about it?

Diaper rashes: how do we treat them? how can we avoid them?

When can we start bathing newborns? Do we have to wait until the umbilical cord falls?

On this episode we answer your questions about newborn hygiene and give you a delicious, iron-rich recipe!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 Lb of lentils (previously soaked in water for at least 8 hours)
• 3 potatoes in quarters
• 3 carrots
• 3-4 bay leaves
• 2 Tbs of Smoked paprika
• 1 Spanish chorizo (optional)
• Vegetable stock
• Beef stock
• Salt
• 3-4 cloves of garlic
• 2 cups of smoke ham in pieces or ham bones

VIDEO recipe: https://youtu.be/FyNqVFzf5hE

Enjoy!

Disciplining a toddler can be challenging. Do we implement time out? Punishments? How do we set boundaries? 

Join us on the conversation to learn alternatives and best practices. 

Plus, a delicious almond cream dessert that kids will love!

INGREDIENTS:

• 150 grams of raw marzipan 
• 3 cups of almond milk unsweetened
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 tbsp of sugar (optional)
• 1 tsp of cornstarch
• ground cinnamon to garnish 

Video recipe: https://youtu.be/RbPBhC512uc

Cooking for Toddlers is back! Are your kids going to school? How do we keep the virus OUTSIDE the home? How do we deal with their anxiety? We bring two moms to talk about their concerns with COVID and the second spike. Plus, we give you a cleaner mix recipe you can make at home and a delicious autumn recipe: pumpkin and apple soup!

INGREDIENTS:

- 1 onion

- 1/2 cup of olive oil

- 2 cups of pumpkin

- 1 green apple

- 1 cup of zucchini

- 2 cups of vegetable stock

- Rosemary

- Salt and pepper

Video recipe: https://youtu.be/irDMnFUvwyU

Because of COVID-19, many children have become used to being 24/7 with their parents and siblings. Back to School is creating a lot of separation anxiety among children.

• How can we deal with this anxiety as parents?
• At what age should we start getting worried?

Plus, Chef Candil brings us a delicious Oven Baked Cheesy Potatoes recipe. 

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 big golden potatoes
• 2 bay leaves
• butter to grease the pan
• heavy whipping cream
• 1.5 cup of grated cheese
• salt and pepper

Video recipe: https://youtu.be/DGsqlqeucTM

Enjoy!

On this episode of Cooking for Toddlers, we talk about getting back to the routine and kids' attention.   

Are we expecting too much from our children?  We'll give you tips, tools and advice on how to work with kids and help them be more attentive. In addition, Chef Candil brings us a delicious meatball recipe you can make with your kids!

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 Lb of ground beef
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 onion minced
• Garlic powder
• 1 slice of bread soaked in milk
• Pinch of cilantro
• Variety of your favorite spices
• Pepper & Salt
• Flour 

For the sauce:

• 1 Tbsp of tomato sauce
• ½ red pepper
• 1/2 onion minced
• 2-3 gloves of garlic minced or sliced
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 glass of white wine
• 1 teaspoon of beef broth concentrate
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper
• Olive oil
• 1 cup of water as needed

Video recipe here: https://youtu.be/MJLzdVBsClY

On this episode we talk about sleep and children.

• How do we start training them? How soon?
• At what age do we start stimulating them during the day?
• How do we create patterns and set a schedule?

Hear from our hosts and guest on this fascinating and complex topic plus get a delicious recipe for Orange-Infused Pork Loin!

Ingredients:

• 3 Tbsp of Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 1 Tbsp of Balsamic Vinegar
• 2 teaspoon of Beef broth or 1 cube
• Pepper & Salt
• 3-4 Oranges
• 2 Tbsp of brown sugar
• 1-2 Tbsp of brandy or white wine
• 2 Pork loin sirloin
• 1 onion sliced
• 3 garlic cloves

Video recipe: https://youtu.be/EuewoxSusa4

Enjoy!

On this episode we talk about when parents should start taking babies for their first walk.  

• How do we protect them?  
• What sunscreen should we use? Which one are free of chemicals? 
• What is Molluscum Contagiosum and how can it affect children? 
• And most important, what snacks should we bring on the road?  

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Ready to go to the beach? Kids love nature, going to the beach or the park is always a great idea. But we have to be aware of nature's dangers like jellyfish or fire ants! 

Learn what you need to have in your beach bag to be ready for any emergency, plus we'll talk about the difference between local and systemic allergic reaction. 

And last but not least, Chef Candil bring a delicious Chicken Nugget recipe!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 lb of chicken breast
• 1/2 lb of cream cheese
• Pepper and salt
• 2 eggs 
• Bread crumbs: 2 tbsps for mix and rest for breading
• Olive oil to fry (optional)

Enjoy!

Video recipe: https://youtu.be/lj2dQ1Tegwk

An episode full of content!

Today we talk about

- San Fermín, a special holiday for Spaniards like our guest Verónica

- Postponing vaccinations due to COVID. When should they be resumed?

- A vaccine for COVID, what questions should we be asking?

- Flu season. What should we expect this year with COVID cases rising?

All this plus a delicious CHURROS recipe in honor of San Fermín!

INGREDIENTS:

• A glass minus one inch of all purpose flour
• Same glass full of water
• 1 tsp of olive oil
• 1 tsp of salt
• Vegetable oil to fry
• Sugar and cinnamon to sprinkle

Video recipe: https://youtu.be/Q0EBgJhvMFU

Enjoy.

Coronavirus cases are hitting a new record in the United States, yet some summer activities are moving forward as planned. Are the measures like temperature checks enough to avoid spreading? What are some tips to help our children understand wearing the mask?

Plus, today's recipe from Chef Candil: Tortilla de Patatas, Spanish Omelette

INGREDIENTS:

• 5 medium potatoes (Yukon Gold, Yellow Finn, or white) or approx 1-1/2 Ibs
  
• 1 medium onion, diced
  
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  
• 1 tsp coarse salt
  
• 4 large eggs, lightly beaten
  
• Powder onion
  

ENJOY!

Video recipe: https://youtu.be/wlafRESh2LQ