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BACK TO SCHOOL LUNCHBOX TIME = finding an easy mom hack to get back into the groove!

When you decide your kid will pack their own lunch, you need an easy lunchbox cleanup hack to stick to. I oddly was always excited for school to start as a mom. From sales to school supplies. One thing you never think about is lunchtime. My son had his first full-day year of school in kindergarten this past year and lunchtime was a struggle. He would come home starving since he was only really eating a snack that they provided. He would even ask to bring lunch, and that’s why he’ll be bringing lunch from home during first grade. I had to figure out an easy hack to get through the next school year in doing just this.

Finding The Best Back To School LunchBox Cleanup

He can be a picky eater when it comes to school lunch, except for Fridays since it is pizza day. So this year we’re doing something a little different and packing his lunch and snack for the day. The plus is we’re doing it together, so we know what he will eat from what we prepare. He’s six and always wanting to contribute in some way, so this mom hack is a must since I have a hyperactive 6-year-old who loves to make a mess.

He can be a picky eater when it comes to school lunch, except for Fridays since it is pizza day. So this year we’re doing something a little different and packing his lunch and snack for the day. The plus is we’re doing it together, so we know what he will eat from what we prepare. He’s six and always wanting to contribute in some way, so this mom hack is a must since I have a hyperactive 6-year-old who loves to make a mess.

In between being a boy and having ADHD, he can be mess central, especially when doing things by himself. That’s why I make sure I have a roll of Brawny® Tear-A-Square® paper towels on hand. Being a boy mom means a headache before your eyes. Since 6 is a great age to be more independent, I figured packing his own lunch and picking up Brawny® Tear-A-Square® paper towels was genius.

Each sheet can be easily torn into smaller, quarter-size sheets, so you know it’s not being wasted. Plus, Brawny® Tear-A-Square® paper towels are just as good as the regular Brawny®, with the flexibility to only use what you need with three different sheet size options (full, half, and quarter). The quarter sheet is perfect to pick up small messes like PB&J, spilled juice, and even some fruit mess. Plus, they are easy to use during craft time and a great addition to school supplies list since his school is always looking for kid-friendly donations throughout the year. In our house, this saves so much time and waste.

So what will we be packing in his lunchbox?

Just figure out what they like, especially when they aren’t around you. Sure A. loves to ask for broccoli for dinner. But, will he request it for lunch at school? He loves fruit and anything cracker like. Since they don’t have a no PB&J policy and snack time is so close to lunch, not giving anything too heavy is what we will aim for.

Rice Cakes, Peanut Butter & Fruit

These are a perfect combo for lunch time for him!

A simple way to get your kids excited with school lunchtime

Have them do it themselves. That way, they can get used to not receiving the help – unless necessary. Especially for him. He gets so used to me helping, that if I’m around he won’t do it like he needs to. So, instead I just standby and watch.

Brawny® Tear-A-Square® paper towels make it easy for cleanup once he’s done. If there is a speck of a little mess, then mom and the quarter sheet to the rescue. The best part is, it doesn’t require much.

What’s one way that makes back to school easier for you and your kids?