Real Food for Healthy Kids

Tracey and I see alot of tablesettings for kids; almost every major tableware manufacturer makes adorable but pricey bowls, dishes, and utensils for toddlers and babies. But oftentimes, these are made from easy-to-break china, or they feature television characters, making these marketing tools, literally. But Olive Kids is a breed apart. This mom-and-pop company headquartered in New Hampshire makes, among other things, personalized plastic placemats and plates that feature sweet illustrations, bright colors, and your child’s name. While these are not microwave safe (you don’t want to microwave your kids food in any plasticware), these are BPA free, so they are made from the safest plastic around. Plates cost about $23 each, placemats are about $11, and you need to allow about two weeks for delivery.

–Tanya