For mothers of very active toddlers, what do you do when you go out?

We take turns and he sits on my lap. Lately, he’s been asking for his own big boy chair and a booster seat seems to be working.

I roll in with the stroller and park it right at the table.they’re already sitting lol

I really only go to restaurants I can get in and out fast. If there’s too much waiting or idle time, I know it’s going to be a mess.

We pack snacks and that usually helps. We try and bring a busy board, or some toys they haven’t seen. I have two toddlers. One of us will walk around until the food comes so when we sit, it’s not like we’ve been sitting long. We ask for the check ahead of time so we can leave when we need to.

what booster seat did you get? I am about to buy one

I just use the ones at the restaurant or the regular chairs themselves.

I bring snacks and toys. I try to get a booth and put him on the inside and play or snack as long as we can. Then it’s generally a walk around the restaurant if food hasn’t come yet. Generally after that he’ll get in the high chair for maybe 10 mins if he likes the food. I’ve also used restaurant boosters seats too. Sometimes it works better

Agree with others - snacks and some toys. My daughter plays with the crayons for 5 min tops. We always end up taking turns walking around with her. Try to eat at places that are quick and you can also request they bring your child’s food out first.