Lately you’ve been noticing that your child is being aloof. Also, his appetite is not like before and he’s not so sociable these days. Children have mood swings too.
One thing that can keep the dinner from getting made on time, is the run of children in and out of the kitchen, and those who are curious of what's going on in that kitchen, and best of all...
If you are cooking the day before, invite some of your family who may have children, or even your parents who can help keep the kids busy while food is being cooked.
For children who are interested in what's going on the kitchen and would truly like to help out with the dinner preparation, let children help with the creations of the desserts.
To keep children who aren't interested in helping out with the making of dinner, but would like to help out with decorations, invite another adult who can help watch over on craft projects if you need them to.