“I’m needing some quick and easy morning meals to start the day off right for the kids.” ~ Janene
You already know this Moms….Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for everyone, but it’s even more important for our children.
They NEED essential nutrients to be active, alert and energized in the morning. Not just energy for a healthy Body but Energy for a healthy brain so our kids can….
* Concentrate and stay alert
* Solve problems and remember important information
* Be creative and imaginative
* Learn fundamental skills
This is why a healthy breakfast is so important – yet many of the quick and easy breakfast choices are filled with empty calories – mainly SUGAR. Today, it is estimated that we (children and adults) consume around 1/4 to 1/2 pound of sugar each and every day – and this adds up to total of around 90 to 180 pounds of sugar going into our bodies every year! It doesn’t have to be like this Moms!
We CAN make a difference! Tyler and I are here to tell you and show you that it IS possible to have fast and healthy breakfast options for your children.
The key to making your children’s mornings successful is Planning Ahead.
Yes – there is the “P” word again.
I keep Tyler’s breakfast choices simple which lends to FAST meal prep with flexibility built in – so Tyler is able to have a variety of options keeping breakfast fun and healthy!
Together Tyler and I make sure his breakfast has:
~ quality protein
eggs, nuts, nut butters, yogurt, milk (typically almond milk for cereal and on Fridays he enjoys his “special milk” an organic chocolate milk made by Horizon).
~ healthy carbohydrates (think Fiber and Fruit)
Always, always, always fresh fruit!
Choose carbohydrates high in Fiber. Whole grains in the form of high fiber, low sugar cereals, waffles, English muffins, wraps, breads. Kashi products are great – of you do not have access to Kashi – simply compare labels – avoid products that are loaded with added sugars, artificial ingredients, high fructose corn syrup and those with 1 gram or Less of fiber.
My rule of thumb:
If it is brightly colored and/or has a cartoon character on it – SKIP IT. This is the work of clever marketers attempting to play into the emotions of your children. Do not Fall for it!
When you approach breakfast for your children in this manner – it is easy. Just have a couple food items on hand so you can mix and match.
ALL food choices are natural, simple and FAST to prepare.
Too often we make it hard on ourselves by trying to PLEASE our children. Well our children need us to set the example and take control by giving them Healthy Options – for many children do not know what is good for them.
Tyler and I have been sharing healthy breakfast ideas from quite some time now.
Here is a quick list of Additional Breakfast Tips and Videos you will also find helpful:
>>>> How to Make Chocolate Banana Pancakes <<<<
>>>> 3 Tips for a Healthy Breakfast: Video by Tyler <<<<
Give these breakfast ideas a try and let Tyler know what you think! Leave a Comment Below!
Video Tips, Checklists and “How To” strategies from a Mom who KNOWS ; )
Covering everything from how to prepare for and manage busy mornings to healthy lunch box ideas with my co-star Tyler Matthew!
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Another informative and helpful mommy & Tyler video! I have a question for Tyler. My son is starting grade 1 so he will begin attending school full time for the first time this year. What are some healthy lunch options I can pack for him?
Keep up the great work Tyler!!
Fun and fabulous video Holly. You ROCK! And I am SOOOO coming over for breakfast! Being that my boys and I are gluten-free (and toss in lactose and egg free too….:D), we work together every morning to put breakfast together. I add nuts and seeds along with bananas or other fruit to their corn puffs (love that there is one ingredient…corn), topped with rice or almond milk, which is their favorite pick.
Tyler, you make breakfast time look so exciting! I love all the options you choose from. And I will try and remember to keep protein, fiber, and fruit in my breakfast. Can I have vegetables sometimes instead of fruit?
Hi Holly and Tyler, THANKS for the great video. I watched it with all 3 of my children and love to see Tyler on “TV”. What great info and ideas. I have to say ditto to what Lesley posted about lunch. My oldest son is in 1st grade and we packed his lunch today. Would love to see lunch packing tips too! Thank you for all the great info!!
Tyler is going to love seeing your comments when he gets home from school today!
Thanks everyone -
also – please note that each day I am sharing back to school success tips so Yes Tyler and I will be covering lunch. Stay tuned!
Thank you Tyler and Holly. I’ve written all these ideas down and relooked at last year’s 5 days worth of breakfast ideas that Tyler and shown us and I’m going to put some of these together for my 2 daughters. I’m sure I’ll see a huge difference in both of them for it.
And, oh my, Tyler you sure have grown since last year’s videos.
Thank you Holly and Tyler! My girls watched this video with me and they think you’re pretty darn cute, Tyler! Smart, too! : )
Holly, this was great. I’ve been trying to teach my kids good nutrition habits by educating them and by being a good example. It is SO NICE to have you and Tyler share your ideas and just reinforce everything. I’m so glad my girls are hearing all this from an expert, too, and not just from their good ol’ mom!
Question: Sometimes I just like a little light butter and cinammon on my toast for a change. Is there a brand you recommend? I tend to get the light butter. I’m also assuming margarine is NOT a good option…? Thanks again!
Thanks,Tyler! You are a great host with your mom! Thanks for all the great breakfast tips! You are a true leader and role model for everyone to follow! Keep up the good work! We are looking forward to more videos and tips from you!
Fantastic tips Holly & Tyler! Now we have fun new ideas for breakfast. Thanks for sharing
Love it!!! I am sending this out to all my friends.
Those are wonderful tips. My son has been watching the videos with Tyler and is excited to start eating heatlhier breakfast and lunches. I feel bad because I do give my son poptarts sometimes. Not often and I probaby shouldn’t at all. He really likes ww bagels with cream cheese. He loves waffles and I have been getting the ww waffles. Thanks for more ideas!
I am showing my husband this video the poptartaholic. It has been very difficult to get my child to eat the healthy things I eat when my husband is eating this stuff. Oh times are a changing….. : )