Mikala Atkinson

Keep munching on more each month

Mar 27, 2023   Mikala Atkinson

If your child has enjoyed the challenge of March Munch and is happily packing and eating vegetables each day for their classroom break, then encourage them to keep it going!

Chop and change your veggies

Feb 07, 2023   Mikala Atkinson

Chop and change the veggies you eat, and the way you cook them, and your body will thank you for it.

Road trips with healthy snacks

Nov 21, 2022   Mikala Atkinson

For many families, the summer road trip is a much-anticipated part of the holiday break - and considering the size of our state it can be quite an expedition! Travelling with kids can be a lot to organise - especially when trying to anticipate the weather, where the best break spots will be and what food will be available along the way. If you’re planning a road trip this summer, why not take some time to plan the snacks for the journey as part of your usual packing and prepping tasks and stock up before you set off.

Sidestep the sugary drinks

Aug 16, 2022   Mikala Atkinson

Soft drinks are all around us and often within arm’s reach, so is it healthier to encourage your kids to reach for a lemon or orange flavoured bubbly beverage over a popular cola variety (that contains caffeine)? The answer is no. Fruit flavoured soft drinks do not provide a healthier alternative to others on the market. All soft drinks were created equally – packed full of sugar

Hero healthy habits

Jul 21, 2022   Mikala Atkinson

Encouraging children to eat well is supported by setting a good example and providing a positive space where healthy eating habits are normal practice. When children see that healthy eating habits are part of the daily routine, and have repeated exposure to positive and consistent messaging, they are more likely to adopt these healthy habits themselves. The classroom provides the perfect place for promoting, modelling and encouraging healthy eating habits.