I was hired by The Women Bloggers to participate in this #GerberLilBeanies campaign led by Kendal King Group on behalf of Nestle. All opinions are mine.
Raise your hand if you have a very busy toddler who refuses to sit or stand still. Keep ’em up if getting said toddler to sit still long enough to eat a healthy meal is a daily struggle. Me, too! What can we do to ensure we provide healthy snacking options for our toddlers?
Sometimes I feel like this little boy of mine wants to live off honey-flavored crackers and cereal. Getting him to sit in his high chair and eat something that varies in color definitely requires some clown skills on my part. Most of the time, he tries to crawl out or throws all the food off the tray. At least the dogs are ready and willing to help with cleanup.
That’s why I’m excited to learn about these Gerber Lil Beanies snacks that are coming to Walmart starting March 12! Instead of the usual not-so-healthy crunchy snacks my toddler usually eats, he can feast on these baked snacks made with beans! That’s right, extra protein for the baby!
The Lil’ Beanies come in two flavors: White Cheddar & Broccoli and Original (Sea Salt). What a great way to get my kiddo to eat some broccoli, right?
What is this new snack thing Mamma gave me? I must inspect it.
These are perfect for self-feeding toddlers who are always on-the-go, even if in our living room. Like I said, my little man just won’t sit still, but he can easily snack on these as he makes his “rounds” in the living room and kitchen, without getting sticky toddler fingers. Plus, these snacks have nutritional value, so they’re a Mom-win and a Toddler-win.
Mmm yummy.
It isn’t easy to photograph a little guy who is always moving around, but sometimes he slows down long enough to take a bite.
I can run around and snack without making a mess. I am the king of the living room!
These awesome little healthy snacks are coming to a Walmart near you, very soon. At under $2 a piece, they are a great pick for health and wallet-conscious moms. He may not sit still, but at least I’m helping him make healthy choices.
Are you going to pick some up? How do you help your toddler snack healthy?
Sarah says
We love these at my house. Even my older kids snack on them while doing their homework! If you’re going to be snacking, you might as well be as healthy as possible!
Cassie @ True Agape says
I’m glad your little guy liked them! My little one loves them too. She at them up! I have been eating them up, actually! I’m so happy I found a puff snack that is made of beans and rice flour. My little one doesn’t eat wheat or meat so this works wonderful for us!
Samantha says
I’ll have to go find these for my girls! They sound so tasty!
Erin @ Stay At Home Yogi says
Love your little guy on the move! We have the same snack cup 🙂 I love that these are made with beans! That’s different!
Julie says
I try to get him snacks that are at least somewhat nutritional hehe. I love that these are made with beans too, such a good idea.
Shannon says
My little one loves these too! I have found my self snacking on them too 🙂
Elle Spann says
healthy, crunchy snacks are the best!
elle
Southern Elle Style
Kelly @ Noodle to the Rescue says
My daughter is exactly the same, She eats most of her meals and snacks bite by bite in the living room and would like to eat cheese, cheese, and more cheese. I will definitely check these out!
Julie says
Haha, sometimes we have to eat dinner like you sid bite by bite off the coffee table after he makes a run around it.
Brenda @Schooling a Monkey says
These look great! My little ones hate eating regular meals, so something like this is perfect.
Jacqueline Presley says
There are so good, right? My son is CRAZY for them. (I like them too)
Healing Mama says
Congrats on being hired to such a great campaign! I think these are great, my kids love them!