Sarah Sandler

Not to give cafeteria lunches a bad rap, but packed lunches are almost always the way to go. You can ensure that kids are eating more of the good stuff and less of the junky stuff, and probably save a few bucks, too. Plus, eating a lunch made by someone your kids love (you!) can make all the difference in helping a child have an enjoyable and productive day at school. If you’re reading this and thinking, I know packed lunches are better, but I just don’t have the time, we get it.