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The Pediatrician Kitchen

Dr. M empowers parents and kids to blend the joy of cooking with the science of medicine to create a recipe for good health. Let her be your expert guide to making mealtime more mindful with tips, recipes, activities and more!

Masala Roasted Chickpeas: A Healthy Diwali Snack for Families

Masala Roasted Chickpeas: A Healthy and Savory Diwali Snack Rooted in Tradition

As a mom who grew up celebrating Diwali in an Indian household, this festival holds a special place in my heart. Diwali, the Festival of Lights , is a time for family, delicious food, and...
7 Diwali Gifts for Kids

7 Diwali Gifts for Kids that Pay Homage to Indian Roots

Diwali Gifts for Kids I come from a very typical Indian immigrant story. I was three years old when my parents immigrated to this country. I didn’t speak any English. I learned from watching Sesame...
Quick Soup Recipes | Healthy Lentil and Bean Soup Recipe | Kids around table having a meal

A Quick, Healthy and Cost Effective Fall Soup for Busy Moms: Using Dry Lentils and Beans!

As a busy mom and a pediatrician, I know how challenging it can be to find the time to cook healthy meals, especially when life gets hectic. With fall upon us, one of my go-to...
Family Routine | Children Snacking

Rethinking Your Family Routine to Make Sustainability a Natural Habit

The life of a family is a constant and unstoppable whirlwind. We're all trying to juggle while riding a unicycle on a tightrope keeping a bunch of balls in the air: work, soccer practice, school...
Spinach Recipes | Healthy Spinach Recipes for Kids | Mom and Child Eating Veggies

The Easiest Spinach Hack + Delicious Recipes Your Kids Will Love!

Why Spinach? The Health Benefits are real. Spinach is packed with nutrients that help your child grow and stay healthy: Strong bones: Thanks to calcium and vitamin K. More energy: Iron helps keep their blood...
Compartment Plate | Non-Toxic Plates for Kids | Friends Share Drinks in Ahimsa Cups

Ahimsa’s 5-Year Anniversary: Celebrating Mindful Mealtime & Conscious Cafeteria

I cannot believe that Ahimsa is already turning five. What started as a casual conversation at my own dinner table—just trying to figure out safer, healthier options for my kids—has turned into something way bigger...
Halloween flatlay with Ahimsa stainless steel dishes

Chocolate Superfood Monster Bites: A Healthy and Fun Halloween Snack for Kids

Halloween is a time for spooky fun and sweet treats, but as a pediatrician and a mom, I’m always looking for ways to balance indulgence with nutrition. With all the candy floating around, it’s easy...
Sustainable Halloween Ideas | Popcorn in Ahimsa Dishware

Spooktacular Ideas for a Sustainable Halloween Celebration

Halloween’s got it all—costumes, candy, and decorations that are spooky. But behind all that fun is a sneaky problem: waste. Think about how much is involved here — plastic pumpkins you use once, cheap costumes...
Sustainable Fall Festival Ideas | Snacks in Ahimsa Dishware Surrounded by Leaves

Autumn Extravaganza: Create a Cozy Fall Festival at Home

This autumn feels like such a nice little break after a scorcher of a summer and spring. Air is cooler, days are shorter -- autumn is an excuse to slow down, throw on some knitwear...

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