Family Meals

Now that Anthony is getting older he sits at the table with us in his new chair and we eat meals as a family. I think he eats better when he's eating with us. I think he eats more and he's definitely more likely to try new things. Last week he ate two piece of spinach (and would have eaten more if it weren't all gone). He also tried roast zucchini and yellow squash. He spit both pieces out, but at least he tried them.

For the most part his table manners have really improved. Generally there is no throwing of food. He also is reasonable good at keeping his plate on the table rather than dumping out all the food. Still likes to play see-food, though. He also tends to bang his cup/spoon/bowl on the table. That's a big no-no.

We all eat breakfast together every day. On weekends we also have dinner together. Weeknights it too hard--Bob doesn't get home until 6:30 and I can't cook and keep an eye on Anthony at the same time. Besides, we play outside with Claire and Robert until dinnertime!