Comments on: 5 Reasons why families should celebrate mealtime

By: Brenda Janschek

Brenda Janschek — Thu, 22 May 2014 23:44:20 +0000

In reply to Jo (down to eath mother). That's just beautiful Jo.

By: Jo (down to eath mother)

Jo (down to eath mother) — Wed, 21 May 2014 10:25:28 +0000

My kids and I have morning tea regularly. The kids have their teapot with herbal tea and I have mine with something a little bit stronger. We make scones or muffins and then take cups, saucers, tea and condiments onto the deck. It’s crept up as a little ritual and some of the best conversations have occurred during these times. My kids are only 4 and 2 and I hope we are still doing this when they’re 24 and 22!

By: Brenda Janschek

Brenda Janschek — Tue, 20 May 2014 11:02:34 +0000

In reply to Kristin. Don't you love how the chit chat distracts them from complaining about the food Kristin!

By: Brenda Janschek

Brenda Janschek — Tue, 20 May 2014 11:00:47 +0000

In reply to Min. Thanks Min!

By: Min

Min — Tue, 20 May 2014 10:29:47 +0000

Hi Bren,
This is such an important message for all families. I hadn’t thought about the evening meals as a focus for cognitive development.
Interesting and valuable info. 🙂

By: Kristin

Kristin — Tue, 20 May 2014 09:59:02 +0000

As our children have grown older (Leo, the youngest is now 3) and can all sit at the table comfortably, we make a point of eating together. It is fun! I notice that while the chatting and sharing is going on, a lot of eating gets done! No arguments, no fuss – I also think the younger ones learn from their siblings and so want to be included in this ritual, that they learn and adapt positive behaviours – well, most of the time x