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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP your situation sounds like a nightmare and I don't know if it is just me, but all of the suggestions seem highly unlikely...turn OFF the TV? Have the five year old read a book to the younger kids? Don't give them snacks? Good lord, are the people on this page trying to push you over the edge?

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I am sorry, I did not offer anything helpful.  I would re-org the kitchen and have everything they need either at the table, or even better, accessible to them, Montessori style. They can get their own cups, plates, forks, etc.  Have them set the table and if they want something, empower them to go and get it.  Do the "eat a vegetable together" game - and say "who wants to eat a carrot with me"...etc to get some veggies in them.  Don't force everyone to sit and wait until everyone is done - that is a weird rule and they are too young for it.  If they have eaten enough to satisfy you, let them go.  It's annoying when they come back hungry later, so just leave their plates out and tell them they can finish their plates and also have a banana if they get hungry later.  [/quote]

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