This season is the perfect opportunity to get the house back in order after a busy summer and establish routines in your home. When armed with a plan and a list, taking your kids along to the grocery store can be a fun activity. If your children are older, they may enjoy picking out produce themselves or making a trip to the dairy aisle to buy the milk.

If your Mother encouraged you to “finish your milk” before leaving the table, you should thank her. Milk is an excellent source of essential nutrients like vitamins B12 and B2, phosphorus, protein and calcium. Moms who encourage nutrient-dense foods like milk play an important role in the healthy development of young children.