Easy Lunch Box Ideas

Do you ever get tired of packing your child’s lunch? You’re not the only one, lunchbox fatigue is real! We want our kids to eat healthy, but we can’t sit at the school lunch table to eat what you pack. However, we also don’t want to send only junk food we know they’ll eat! Finding a happy medium is hard, but we’re here to help! 

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Make a List

Spend some time listing all the foods you know your child will be willing to eat. You can even categorize the different foods. This can cut down on lunch packing time! You can look at the list, see what you have available, and throw it all together! This can also help you stay focused on more healthy options.

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Bento Boxes

Bento boxes style lunches are simple and easy! The compartments keep all the different foods separate, so you don’t have to worry about food mixing, for those picky eaters. We’ve seen so many different versions of these lunches. Some are themed, while others are cut into fun shapes, and still others are simple and filled with fuel for your child. 

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Involve Your Child

Obviously you move faster than your child, but it’s important for your child to learn to pack their food and to make healthy choices, as well as gaining some confidence in their choices. Try showing or telling them a few options and go from there. This will also help ensure that there is something packed that they will eat. 

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Cool Ideas

Most schools don’t have areas for a child’s lunch to be warmed. But there are many foods that need to stay cold. Some great tips for keeping your child’s lunch cool. Put the most perishable foods closest to the ice pack. Freeze foods like yogurts, apple sauce, or fruit. Freeze a water bottle half full of water, then fill the rest of the bottle with water right before they leave!

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Don’t Forget Yourself

Don’t forget to pack something for yourself! Our kids need us to be healthy and strong, so don’t forget to take care of yourself too. Did we mention that the Ayla Tote Bag has a removable insulated pouch that is perfect for holding your lunch? Don’t forget you can get 20% off the Ayla Tote Bag all August long with code BACK2SCHOOL at checkout!

Sources; 

https://www.mjandhungryman.com/lunchbox-ideas-for-toddlers-part-2/

https://www.crunchtimekitchen.com/three-bento-lunch-box-ideas/

https://ainttooproudtomeg.com/kids-lunch-bento-boxes/