Food & Nutrition
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Guest Editor Leah Lizarondo on the ‘super-happy process’ of helping other Pittsburghers
Inspiring thoughts from 412 Food Rescue’s co-founder and CEO Leah Lizarondo, this month’s Kidsburgh Guest Editor!
6 ways your food choices can lower stress and support mental health
There are no magic foods for boosting your mood. But these ideas can help lower stress and support good mental health.
9 best places for grilled cheese sandwiches (the ultimate kid-friendly food!) in Pittsburgh
Hungry for grilled cheese, the ultimate kid-friendly food? Our friends at NEXT tracked down the top choices in Pittsburgh!
Want to connect with your kids? Make the most of family dinners.
Family dinners can give kids a safe place to share their feelings. Local experts give us advice on making the most of this opportunity.
2 quick and easy weeknight recipes from Pittsburgh chefs
Two talented Pittsburgh chefs (who are also parents!) offer fast, easy weeknight meals that take the stress out of family dinnertime.
Millvale Community Library’s new “free fridge” shares fresh food with the community
This solar-powered free refrigerator is located behind the Millvale Community Library.
Keys to concentration: Why meeting basic needs means everything for kids in school
In addition to healthy food, kids need to feel safe, accepted for who they are and represented in their school communities.
Phipps’ Homegrown program cultivates backyard gardens in food-insecure Pittsburgh neighborhoods
“We found that the average Homegrown participant shared produce with nine people.”
Beverly’s Birthdays to the rescue with formula for hungry babies in Pittsburgh
“It is devastating to hear a mother say, ‘I have no idea how I am going to feed my baby.’ ”
9 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from Steelers fun to swimming lessons without a pool
This week is full of challenges, inspiration and creative ways to move outside (safely).
Struggling with your kids’ unhealthy food choices? Here’s LittleMoochi to the rescue!
When Moochi is well-fed, the character smiles and appears active and happy.
Here’s where your family can find help in Pittsburgh during the coronavirus pandemic
Lots of people are hurting. Lots of people need help. But it’s often hard to know just where to turn.
9 things to do with kids (at home) this week in Pittsburgh, from a dance party to a magic show
Groove to the music, get your baseball fix and enjoy the best rainy day ever.
Kidcast shares a kid-friendly recipe for junior chefs
Cooking can be a great way to enjoy time together with your kids.
Kidcast shows how to get your kids cooking, age by age
Believe it or not, kids can start to help cook as young as 2 years.
10 Pittsburgh shops where you can (safely) buy local chocolate and Easter treats
These local candy companies offer curbside pickup or will ship chocolate bunnies to your door.
6 Pittsburgh bakeries offer curbside pickup for DIY cookie kits
These DIY kits for kids provide entertaining activities, plus yummy treats at the end of each project.
Michael Keaton to the rescue with bus-stop meals for Pittsburgh kids
Pittsburgh non-profits wanted to find a solution to help bring food closer to kids.
5 things to do (at home) with kids this week in Pittsburgh
Just because we’re under a stay-at-home order doesn’t mean kids can’t explore exciting new activities.
Here’s how to be a coronavirus hero and help struggling families in Pittsburgh
Support organizations and efforts helping people affected by the coronavirus outbreak.