{"id":16161,"date":"2013-06-11T07:41:40","date_gmt":"2013-06-11T11:41:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ahealthysliceoflife.com\/?p=16161"},"modified":"2021-02-13T12:19:28","modified_gmt":"2021-02-13T17:19:28","slug":"how-to-grocery-shop-like-a-pro-with-a-toddler","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ahealthysliceoflife.com\/how-to-grocery-shop-like-a-pro-with-a-toddler\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grocery Shop like a Pro with a Toddler"},"content":{"rendered":"
I could have easily titled this \u2018How to Grocery Shop like a Crazy Person\u2019 because I realize my affection for grocery shopping goes beyond what is normal. And taking a toddler along with me to three different locations might qualify as borderline insanity. But it\u2019s sort of my thing, so here\u2019s how we manage it.<\/p>\n
<\/a><\/p>\n Preparation is key. After you write your list, gather the necessary supplies.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Choose the time of day when your toddler is usually the happiest. Even if your child just ate, pack snacks.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Yes, the snack cup is empty and being used only for prop purposes. We were out of snacks- that\u2019s why we were going grocery shopping!<\/em><\/p>\n When hitting up three different locations, always start with the farmers market. Produce is freshest and cheapest here so load up on as much of your list as possible.<\/p>\n Let your child run free. Set them up with a game of seeing how many rocks they can get in a basket before you check out.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n The answer is 36 when gathered 2 at a time.<\/p>\n Back in the car within 15 minutes and on to store numero dos, The Meat House.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Again, risk letting your child run free, as this should be a quick stop as well. Go in knowing what you need to maximize speed, as there are many short shelves with breakable jars. Also, maximize the samples.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Only shop places with samples.<\/p>\n Return to car, put meat in cooler and drive to final location. Check list before you leave the car to plan exactly which aisles you need to hit.<\/p>\n Apologize to toddler for having to strap her into the cart. Make up for it by distracting her with a snack.<\/p>\n