My five year old LOVES King Cakes, so I thought it would be fun to make our own. I looked online, but so many of the recipes seemed too complicated and I'm no baker. I was excited to come across this one made from canned cinnamon rolls and colored sugar.

By: Dr. Adrianne Brennan - Family Behavioral Health & Selene Muller, LDN, RD - Westside Clinics and ABCsofMealtime.com

Picky eating is common for many children. Usually around two-years-old, and sometimes earlier, your child may refuse nearly all but a few foods. This can lead to considerable frustration and concern for the parents. You may wonder "Is my child getting enough nutrition" or "how long will this last?" Rest assured that having a picky eater is completely normal, but there are some things you can do to help him begin to explore new foods.

You are responsible for picking the foods your child should eat; however, your child will decide what and how much to eat. There are several things that you can do to encourage

healthy eating choices. 

• Sitting around the table as a family will improve your child's chances of eating, especially when they see mom and dad eating a variety of foods.  
• Be careful not to pressure or bribe your child to eat because without doubt a power struggle will occur, making the entire mealtime unpleasant for everyone. 

By: Vanessa Lyons, photographer 
vanessa rachel photography 

Tip 1: 

• The new Mommy Movement starts Monday, March 14th. It's not too late to feel good in your swimsuit!     
• The Biggest Winner Ultimate Thinner Contest starts Monday, March 14th. Deadline to register your team is Saturday, March12th. Your team could win $2,500!

• Will be opening a store in Old Metairie!! It's set to open in April and will offer their New Orleans inspired stationery, invitations, tees and more that they currently sell on their Two Sprouts website.

• Looking for 2 volunteers to receive 3 free FERTILITY MASSAGE sessions each. Candidates should have been unable to conceive naturally after at least 6-12 months of trying. MUST NOT be pregnant or think that you MIGHT be pregnant already. Please email Jessica[at]nolamaternalinstincts.com for details.

• Get your "First Mardi Gras" page for your baby books

• Announcing the return of the Children's World's Fair to be held on Saturday, March 26 at the Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Convention Center. It's a daylong adventure where children ages 4-14 celebrate cultures from across the globe.
• Begins with the Early Explorers Patron Party where guests can get a first look at our exhibits without the crowds from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Early Explorer packages begin at $125 for four tickets.
• At 1:00 p.m. all adventurers are invited to join the fun. General Admission tickets are $20 each ($16 for members). Call (504) 586-0725 ext. 206 or log onto www.lcm.org to purchase. Proceeds from the Children's World's Fair allow the Louisiana Children's Museum to continue to provide exciting hands-on exhibits, educational programs and fun, safe and meaningful learning opportunities.

• Registration is open for April and June HypnoBirthing Childbirth Classes. Five-week group program teaches expectant moms and their companions how to experience a calmer, more confident and more comfortable birthing. Class includes book, CD and handouts. Classes are in Slidell, but Bonnie will travel to your hospital for delivery. Contact Methodist Hypnotherapy Services Director, Bonnie Miller, bmiller[at]mhsfi.org.

• "Imagine being home with your baby, watching them grow, not missing their first step or tooth, bringing them to school, attending field trips with them and being a PTA Mom. That's what I did. I raised my two kids now 27 and 30 on my Avon Salary. You can too!" -Karen Tucker
• Tiny Tillia is now one of Avon's Premier websites for baby gifts!
• Sign up today to become an Avon Representative by calling one of the numbers below or go to karenbtucker.com. You can begin to offer Tiny Tillia as a registered site for mommies-to-be. Karen Tucker, 22 yrs. experience, 504-628-5176 or Karen Lee 504-906-2587.