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What Are The Easiest Dinners When You Are Parenting Solo?

What Are The Easiest Dinners When You Are Parenting Solo?

The door clicks shut, and a quiet fills the house for just a moment. Your partner is off on a trip, and you, my dear friend, are now the sole captain of the ship. It’s an adventure, to be sure, but as the clock ticks toward 5 p.m., a familiar feeling can start to creep in: the dinner dread. How can you possibly wrangle homework, bath time, and a hungry crew while also creating a meal that doesn’t leave the kitchen looking like a disaster zone?

How Can I Make a Meal Plan for a Week of Solo Parenting

How Can I Make a Meal Plan for a Week of Solo Parenting

The front door clicks shut, the car pulls away, and a sudden, wonderful, slightly terrifying quiet settles over the house. Your partner is off on a well-deserved trip, and for the next five or seven days, you are the captain of this little ship. The master of the remote control! The decider of bedtimes! The… oh, wait. The sole planner, shopper, preparer, and server of every single meal.

What Are Easy Meals for Dads Cooking Solo With Kids?

What Are Easy Meals for Dads Cooking Solo With Kids?

The door closes, and suddenly you’re the captain of the ship. It’s just you and your crew of little ones for the evening, and their tummies are starting to rumble. I recently read a wonderful story online from a dad who said his first move when his wife was away was to crank up his favorite heavy metal music and just enjoy the freedom of the kitchen. I absolutely love that.