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in Episodes on August 9, 2024 by The Mom Hour

How To Be A Good-Enough Lunch Packer [Classic Replay]



Looking to optimize your lunch packing routine? In this classic replay from 2018, Meagan and Sarah share the gear we love, the stuff we pack and the “when” and the “how” we get it done. Whether you’re gearing up for the upcoming school year or simply looking to streamline your daily lunch prep, this episode is overflowing with practical tips, favorite gear, and real-life stories. Enjoy!

HELPFUL LINKS:

Some of the products discussed in this episode are no longer available. We’ve done our best to link to the ones that are, and to provide alternatives where we can.
  • Check out what our Mom Hour Facebook Community has recently discussed about school lunches, packing, bentos and more!
  • Episode 151: Feeding A Family (Breakfast & Lunch)
  • Laura Fuentes / Momables.com
  • The Girl Next Door podcast episode about Home Efficiency, and Erica’s Instagram post about freezing sandwiches
  • Sarah uses the Mackenzie Collection Classic Lunch Bags from Pottery Barn Kids and the Classic lunch bags from Pottery Barn Teen (slightly deeper but otherwise similar style)
  • Pottery Barn Kids Spencer Bento Box
  • Easy Lunch Boxes Bento Lunch Box Containers
  • CVS Health Peas Hot or Cold Therapy Pack
  • Fit & Fresh Cool Coolers Slim Reusable Ice Packs
  • Sarah has this Thermos brand Funtainer and Meagan’s teens have larger thermoses like this one
  • Sarah sends inexpensive stainless steel demitasse spoons like these to school for yogurt
  • Meagan used the SCOUT Divide & Conquer Open-top Storage Bin on top of her fridge for school snacks for years

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Filed Under: Episodes Tagged With: back to school, feeding a family

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