NEW VIDEO EMPHASIZES IMPORTANCE OF
FAMILY DINNERTIME FOR CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Contact:
Christine Steendahl
Company: Dine Without
Whine
Email:
christine@dinewithoutwhine.com
URL:
http://www.dinewithoutwhine.com
When Christine Steendahl, founder of
Dine Without Whine, uncovered startling research about the impact of
dinnertime on a child’s development, she knew she had an obligation to
publicize the information and let families know about solutions
available to them. The problem families are facing? Less time together
spent in conversation. That translates to less bonding and kids being
less equipped to make good life decisions throughout their adolescent
years.
Steendahl produced a video that
highlights her findings and offers a link to her website, where parents
can learn how to bring their families back to the dinner table. The
video, located at www.FamilyDinnerVideo.com, points out some of the
statistics that Steendahl uncovered. For example, parents spend an
average of only 38.5 minutes per week in conversation with their
children.
“Research shows that kids who eat
dinner with their families benefit in many ways. They perform better
academically from the ages of 11 to 18; they are less likely to be
sexually active; and girls are less likely to suffer from eating
disorders,” states Steendahl. “Eating meals together as a family is
shown to be more important than play and story time in preschoolers, and
is vital to strengthening family bonds. It’s an investment in your
kids.”
Steendahl launched the Dine Without
Whine Weekly Menu Planner when she realized that many parents are
challenged when it comes to planning family meals and to setting aside
time for the family to eat together. The new video helps parents
understand the Dine Without Whine service and realize its value. For a
low monthly fee, subscribers to the service receive weekly dinner menus
and an easy-to-use shopping list. This service, uniquely suited for
today’s world, offers a no-hassle way for families to enjoy
well-planned, delicious meals while minimizing mom’s time planning,
shopping for and preparing dinner every night.
A link to the main website,
www.DineWithoutWhine.com is included in the video. Visitors can also
sign up for a free weekly newsletter that offers tips and insights
helpful to families.
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