Shopping for groceries

Online stores are a saving grace for some new moms, but Venezky warns that buying online groceries requires some advance planning. "You have to plan what you're going to eat a week in advance," she says. "I never got to that point." She finds Whole Foods to be one of the most kid-friendly grocery stores. "When I go to a more traditional supermarket, everything at eye level for my kids is loaded with sugar. Whole Foods doesn't tempt them with foods that are unhealthy."

Jambazian adds that she likes shopping at Whole Foods because of the carts. "Many of their stores have special carts with a fire engine or police car attached to the front. It's very helpful for keeping your child occupied." She also suggests Wild Oats because they have mini shopping carts your child can push. "I try to make my child a part of the shopping experience," says Venezky. "If he helps pick out the fish, there's a greater chance he'll eat it."

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