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Sit and share at least one meal with your child every day

Why it Matters
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Having regular meals with your child is time to reconnect.
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Mealtimes are great for talking! Talking during meals helps your child learn words and language skills.
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During meals, your child can see how to share and use good manners.
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Children that have regular meals with their family are more engaged in school and have less social problems.
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Tips for success meals:
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Turn off the TV
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Limit snacks before meals
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Get your child involved in picking healthy foods and preparing meals.
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Meals do not need to take a lot of time - time together is the secret ingredient.
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If you are having a hard time with family meals, check out the "Problem Solving" part of this webpage
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