Yes. It is possible to have a peaceful and productive dinner hour. Check out what works for the Perry Family.
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About the Author: April Perry
April Perry is a co-director of The Power of Moms, wife to Eric, and mother to Alia, Grace, Ethan, and Spencer. April loves reading, writing, organizing, napping, and dancing in the kitchen with her family. She considers each day of motherhood to be a privilege but is often overwhelmed by the workload. Her daughter commented, "Mom, you know how you said you wanted to be the kind of mom who makes brownies every day? Well, the only thing WE do every day is empty the dishwasher!" (She's now trying to be more "fun".) April blogs at The Power of a Family.
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1 comment
Michelle Port says:
Sep 18, 2011
great ideas! love the reminder of not getting on phone… that always messes up dinner time.
sassafrass says:
Apr 14, 2012
i like the reminder to expect craziness. and to plan ahead. too often i am running behind and then when everyone is hungry i am rushing and i don’t have time or patience to care for the kids AND make supper.
learningalongside says:
May 9, 2012
It helps if my husband directs the conversation when the kids start getting “squirrely” at the table (goofing off). He will ask them things like “What is one new thing you learned today?” or “What has happened lately in that book that Mom is reading to you?”. He is also good about telling stories from his childhood. I appreciate his help.