Weeks worth of lunch 🤪

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... Read morePacking lunch for picky eaters can be a challenge for every parent. It often feels like a game of trial and error, especially when it comes to school lunches. Based on recent trends, parents are experimenting with a variety of fun and appealing meal options to ensure their children not only eat but also enjoy their meals. What has proven successful are finger foods and colorful snacks that catch the child's attention. Some popular choices include bento box lunches filled with a mix of fruits, veggies, and protein sources like turkey or cheese, which can be visually appealing and nutritious. Incorporating favorite snacks such as Cheez-Its, Nutella, or granola balls can also help ease the lunch-box blues. Additionally, involving kids in the lunch-making process can lead to them being more excited about their food. Letting children help in choosing meals or arranging snacks can create a sense of ownership, potentially leading to better eating habits during lunchtime. For those particularly stubborn kids, it may be helpful to keep a variety of foods on hand and rotate them to find the perfect combination that appeals to their taste buds. Remember, patience is key, and what works one week may need adjusting the next. Embrace the journey and share what works for you for a community of supportive moms dealing with the same picky eater dilemmas!

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The berries kinda look like 67….

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Slimm

Her saying she couldn’t stop talking to eat is literally my daughter lol. Oh, so you are just a yapper aren’t ya😭

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