Handling Dinner Time with Mitchell (guest post)

Hey Bros,

Let’s talk about a little dinner-time chaos I recently faced with Mitchell. You know how it goes—dinner should be a peaceful time, but sometimes it turns into a battlefield. So, here’s how I handled it.

Last night, I strapped Mitchell into his high chair, ready to feed him like a champ. But as I clicked him in, I noticed that his pamper was getting all scrunched up against the bar under the tray. It looked uncomfortable, but I figured he’d have to deal with it for a bit while I fed him. After all, we’ve all had to tough it out in uncomfortable situations, right?

I started the classic airplane routine, making all the sounds and motions to get him excited about eating. But instead of enjoying his meal, Mitchell decided to throw a full-blown tantrum. I mean, we’re talking tears, flailing arms, and food flying everywhere. It was like a scene out of a disaster movie.

As the mess piled up around us—mashed peas on the floor, bits of bread stuck to the walls—I had to keep my cool. I reminded myself that parenting isn’t always pretty, and sometimes you just have to roll with the punches. But I also knew I had to set some boundaries.

After a few minutes of chaos, I calmly told Mitchell that his behavior wasn’t acceptable. He needed to understand that throwing a fit wouldn’t get him anywhere. So, I put him in timeout for a few minutes to cool off. It’s important to teach our kids that there are consequences for their actions, even if they’re just little ones.

Once he settled down, I went back to him and explained why we can’t act out at dinner. I reminded him that we’re a family, and we need to respect each other—even when things get tough.

At the end of the day, it’s all about finding that balance between discipline and understanding. Sure, Mitchell’s pamper might’ve been uncomfortable, but that’s part of growing up. We all face challenges, and it’s how we handle them that counts.

So, Bros, if you ever find yourself in a similar situation, remember to stay calm and set those boundaries. It’s all part of the journey of being a dad. And who knows? Maybe next time, Mitchell will be a little more prepared for dinner time chaos.

Until next time, keep it real!