Oh is that just the most horrible time of the day!! I am usually so tired by then too..

My tips are

Start dinner early.. and when DH isn't home I have either Roasts or spag bol.. Easy and quick to cook...

We also eat early as in 5-5:30..

Depending on whats for dinner (ie messy or not) I also try and get baths done and out of the road.. one less thing to do after dinner..

and if bub is crying and just wants attention I get my eldest to play with her so I cn get things done..