Mealtime can be challenging when kids are involved. Getting them to eat enough of the right foods, keeping them engaged — and keeping dinner off the floor — what’s a mama to do? Having the right tableware for a toddler is a great place to start simplifying mealtime and making it enjoyable, too! Bibs have never been better (or more convenient) than the Silikids Silibib . Made from 100 percent silicone, it slides on kids easily and prevents clothing from eating more than your tot. After mealtime, simply pop it in the dishwasher for cleaning! Silibibs come in a variety of fun color combinations and are as stylish as they are handy. ($12.95) Dandelion ReUsable Bowls are made from polyactic acid, a bioplastic created primarily from corn. They're eco-friendly and kid-friendly, with an easy-grip feature and deep sides to keep food where it belongs! ($7.99 for two) Evenflo Kid-Tensils are one-stop utensils for toddlers — they’re a spoon, fork and tongs all in one...

Being a mom is a full-time job. You’re constantly giving your all to your children, and most likely not giving as much to yourself. It’s important to indulge and take care of you, too! The following products will provide ample (and quick!) opportunities for mama time, and help your beauty shine. EO Products uses all-natural therapeutic ingredients to cleanse hair while adding sassy volume with their new Rosemary & Mint Volumizing Shampoo. Rosemary essential oils give locks strength and peppermint essential oils soothe your scalp. Your mane will feel rejuvenated, which will inevitably...

Providing a posh space for your little one is not only fun for you, but also beneficial to babies and children, as it stimulates their senses and ignites their tiny minds. Get creative and bring the view inside with Mindful Mama's must-have décor! Shout your baby’s name from the rooftop (or wall) with Lex Modern’s personalized art. These adorable paintings can be personalized with any name and the hip design you choose. Go green — twice — with Mod Green Pod’s collection of trendy, eco-friendly fabrics. Reupholster an old chair with one of these bold, graphic...

Whether you’re trying to eat well, lose weight or simply keep that New Year’s resolution, it’s important to treat yourself once in a while. Mindful Mama sought out yummy morsels that will satisfy a sweet tooth but won’t compromise healthy eating. Following are a few of our favorites: Substitute candy popping with a handful of St. Dalfour’s Premium Cranberries . They’re sweet, delicious and surprisingly juicy (St. Dalfour uses a patented vacuum method to package and preserve each berry naturally). Cozy up to the fireplace and a good book with a cup of Lake Champlain...

Bath time is often an occasion for bonding with baby and provides the opportunity for playtime as kids get older. It doesn’t hurt to wash away the lunch leftovers, playground dirt and skin art, either! Following are some of Mindful Mama’s splish splash essentials. Give baby his or her first spa treatment! Spa Baby’s European-style tub lets baby sit upright, versus lying back, and keeps him or her submerged in water up to the shoulders — no chilly baby here! The tub places babies in a warm, comfortable position similar to that of mom’s womb, making bath time soothing...

Life as a mama is busy! Running to music class, the market, the gym and grandma’s house can keep you and baby moving constantly. It’s important to be well organized and ready to take off at a moment’s notice...

Special occasions deserve festive fare. Whether you’re throwing a birthday party for a friend, celebrating a new home or hosting a soiree for no reason at all, Mindful Mama has the party treats covered. Serve up Crunchmaster’s...

Experiencing the post-baby body blues? While pregnancy and childbirth are beautiful, priceless experiences, the body you’re left with afterwards may be, well, unlike the body you had before. Being a new mom is a full-time...

This Valentine’s Day, Mindful Mama invites you to be creative (and have fun!) as you keep it simple, spice it up and show your eco-love. There’s nothing like a good, old-fashioned handmade Valentine. Help your kiddos...

Breastfeeding is the best way to provide your baby nourishment, but the time required to breastfeed can conflict with a working mom’s busy schedule. Following are some of Mindful Mama’s favorites for breastfeeding...

Have fun while teaching your children table etiquette. Invite three to four friends — or favorite dolls — to tea. By age 3, your little one is ready to pour drinks from a pitcher, serve themselves, and use a (dull...