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Page Content 2 Articles Our articles are packed with practical suggestions: perfect for when you just need a little inspiration! Healthier Mums mean healthier families Mums of Australia - its time to put yourself first! Our tips for making every day 'Mothers Day'. Five steps to turbo charge your walk Our handy hints will help you make the most of your daily walk A fat lot of good We give you the low down on the healthy fats. What is a kilojoule? (And do I really need to know about them?) Ever wondered what kilojoules are and whether they are relevant to you and your family? Mums United is here to help with your kilojoule queries! Seven healthy barbeque tips Our seven easy tips are here to show you that hosting a barbie needn’t get in the way of your healthy eating habits. Hassle-free holidays During the holidays it can be a challenge to keep the kids occupied, active and away from the television set. Our top five tips will help you beat the boredom! Your family holiday road trip: avoid healthy eating going out the window Ever noticed how hungry everyone gets when travelling by car? Even when you’ve all been sitting still for hours on end? Don't go on a diet! Our common sense tips to achieve and maintain a healthy weight Healthy Eating Seasonal fruit and vegetables Autumn: There’s a huge variety of fresh produce available, so why not try a new fruit or vegetable in your shopping trolley each week? Our tips for what to look out for at the supermarket. Eggcellent Ideas Did you overindulge in chocolate eggs at Easter? Its time to get your eating habits back on track with a healthier alternative! Your baby's journey from puree to family meals Learn how to gradually introduce your baby to healthier family meals one step at a time. In season: Strawberries These juicy red berries are currently at their best. We have all the info you need to make the most of strawberry season… In season: Fresh peas With or without their pods, peas are both versatile and nutritious. Read more to find just out how easy it is to cook with this spring veggie… Five healthy eating tips for a healthier weight Our top five tips make healthy eating an easy and realistic part of your routine. Five family recipes your kids will love Kids will love to make and eat these yummy dishes. You'll be surprised at what they'll eat when they are the chef! Five great bakes made with margarine Make your bakes healthier by making the swap from butter to margarine Why margarine is a must Learn why butter could be the bad boy lurking your fridge! Getting your 5 plus 2 a day We all know that eating plenty of fruit and vegetables is crucial to a healthy and balanced diet. But knowing how to squeeze more fruit and vegies into our family’s diet is the hard bit. Check out these practical pointers for a helping hand. Your secret weapon to healthier eating Arm yourself Mums! Get ready for the shops with our secret weapon to healthier eating... Healthier snack ideas Keep the kids happy with these handy, healthier snack options: perfect for after school, lunchboxes or when on the go! Lunchbox ideas Make returned lunch boxes with half-eaten sandwiches a thing of the past with our top ideas for healthier school lunches! Can’t cook, won’t cook? Your Tick hero products We’ve picked out our top Tick hero products for hapless cooks or those just short on time. Low fat milk and dairy Mums United spoke to the boffins and got the lowdown on why choosing low fat milk and dairy is a savvy swap... Getting Active Shopping is good for you! Science has finally proven what we have long hoped to be true – shopping is good for you! And best of all, the benefits do not have to involve parting with a single cent. Fifty fun family activity ideas Hearing “Mum, I’m bored!” will become a distant memory! Outdoor activities On sunny days, getting out in the garden or heading to the local park are fun, affordable ways for your family to get active together. Easy ways to get you and your family active today Fitting activity into your hectic lifestyle may be easier than you think. Easy activity ideas for wet weather Rain got you and the kids stuck indoors? Combat the boredom with our easy activity ideas. No time to get active? Use your travelling time! Struggling to fit getting active into your busy routine? The answer could be as straightforward as leaving the car behind and hopping on a bus or train. Sitting less Spend less time on your seat and more time on your feet! Have fun with the family activity tracker Ready to get active but not sure where to start? Our family activity tracker will help get you started! Ways to be active if you're not sporty Although Australia has a reputation for producing great athletes, it doesn’t mean that we’re all sporty! Luckily, there are still plenty of ‘non-sporty’ ways to get active as a family. Walk, chat and play With bub in the pram, how do you manage to find time for yourself, let alone keep active?