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I’m Flora McCormick—a counselor, parenting coach, and mom of two. After 20 years helping families worldwide, I’ve helped thousands of parents raise confident kids while practicing parenting without yelling or shame. Parenting will always have hard moments, but raising respectful, emotionally healthy kids doesn’t have to be a constant battle.
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Sustainable Parenting | The kind AND firm solution that works when gentle parenting doesn’t. Calm, Confident & Connected
50. How to Get Young Kids to Sit at the Table and Eat Without Whining
Are your mealtimes feeling more like a circus act than a family dinner? Do your kids keep getting up, running off, or driving each other nuts while you’re just trying to enjoy a bite after a long day?
You’re not alone—and you don’t have to rely on yelling or power struggles to turn things around. In this episode, you’ll get calm parenting tips and positive parenting strategies that will help you bring more peace (and even some fun) back to the dinner table.
BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL KNOW:
⭐ Effective phrases to use when your kids won’t eat—without battles or bribes.
⭐ Gentle discipline strategies to stop misbehavior during meals.
⭐ How unrealistic expectations can disrupt the family vibe—and what to do instead.
Say goodbye to mealtime meltdowns and hello to calmer, more connected family dinners!
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