Are you overthinking family meals? Do you want a little more peace and a lot less chaos at the dinner table? How can a family dinner fit in amongst work commitments and extra-curricular activities? We take a look at the research behind what was once considered the norm - family dinners, and share some tips to ease the pressure.

In this episode: 
San Remo market research
Chaos of mealtimes
YOYO (You're On Your Own) night
Screens and mealtimes
Extra-curricular activities for kids AND parents are impacting family meals
5 tips to ease the pressure
Are we overthinking family meals? 5 realistic tips to ease the pressure | The Conversation
Rituals of connection

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Eat Right Without a Fight - E-Book
How do I Get My Child to Eat Healthy Food Without the Power Struggles?
How to Banish Tech and Make Mealtimes Matter
Menu Planner [Free Download]

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Are you overthinking family meals? Do you want a little more peace and a lot less chaos at the dinner table? How can a family dinner fit in amongst work commitments and extra-curricular activities? We take a look at the research behind what was once considered the norm - family dinners, and share some tips to ease the pressure.
In this episode: 
<ul>
<li>San Remo market research</li>
<li>Chaos of mealtimes</li>
<li>YOYO (You're On Your Own) night</li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/how-to-banish-tech-and-make-mealtimes-matter">Screens and mealtimes</a></li>
<li>Extra-curricular activities for kids AND parents are impacting family meals</li>
<li>5 tips to ease the pressure</li>
<li><a href="https://theconversation.com/are-we-overthinking-family-meals-5-realistic-tips-to-ease-the-pressure-200731">Are we overthinking family meals? 5 realistic tips to ease the pressure | The Conversation</a> </li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/family-traditions-help-kids-make-sense-of-life">Rituals of connection</a></li>
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Related links:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/shop/product/eat-right-without-a-fight">Eat Right Without a Fight - E-Book</a></li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/how-do-i-get-my-child-to-eat-healthy-food-without-the-power-struggles">How do I Get My Child to Eat Healthy Food Without the Power Struggles?</a></li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/how-to-banish-tech-and-make-mealtimes-matter">How to Banish Tech and Make Mealtimes Matter</a></li>
<li><a href="https://happyfamilies.com.au/articles/a-slice-of-advice-on-school-lunches">Menu Planner [Free Download]</a></li>
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