01/02/2024
How did your kids go back at school today?
A good day can hinge on good nutrition, but it’s easy for mums and dads to quickly burn out on making lunchboxes. Set yourself up for success this year by empowering your kids to make their own lunches!
Start with a multi-compartment lunchbox or bento style box. Nominate one section for each food group and stock your fridge with options.
Here are our suggestions:
- Protein (great for brain boosting): leftover cooked meats, meatballs, sausages chopped up, cheese sticks or cubes, boiled eggs, nuts (if ok at your school), beans
- Veggies (crunchy and nutritious): carrot sticks, cucumber slices, celery, green beans, cherry tomatoes
- Fruit (add some colour): grapes, berries, apple slices with lemon or cinnamon to keep from browning, mandarins, plums
- Carbs (energy and dietary fibre): sandwich, corn thins, crackers
- Sweet treat: muffin, muesli bar, bliss balls, dried fruit, gelatin gummies, fruit rollup
Don't forget a water bottle! Hydration is key for staying sharp.
Encourage your kids to get creative and build their own lunches using these staples. It's a fun way to instil healthy habits early on!
What do you keep in the fridge for school lunchboxes?