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Winter mornings are hectic enough without worrying about whether your kids are going to eat a warm, satisfying lunch at school. Between bundling up, packing backpacks, and getting out the door on time, it’s easy to forget that a chilly lunch can make even the hungriest kid grumpy. That’s where a good kids’ thermos comes in, the right one keeps soups, stews, and hot drinks cozy until lunchtime. With the right tools, you can rest easy knowing your kids are warm, full, and ready to tackle the cold school day. Tips for Using a Kids’ Thermos Pre‑heat your thermos: Pour hot water in for a few minutes before adding hot food, this helps maintain heat. Fill near the top: Less air inside equals better temperature retention. Cut food into smaller pieces: Makes it easier for kids to eat with a spoon and reach the bottom. Remind your kids to shake…

As the weather changes, our tastebuds change with it. We find ourselves starting to crave meals that give us comfort and keep us warm. Our kids are no different. Recently, my youngest asked if I could start packing hot foods in his lunch. I simply smiled, and I’ll tell you why. My youngest is picky on a good day. He doesn’t like sandwiches. He turns his nose up at wraps. He doesn’t like cold vegetables. He won’t eat cheese. He hates yogurt with the “chunks” in it. He’ll only eat plain vanilla. Watermelon is too squishy. Oranges are too juicy. He’s the kid that will tell me he likes something one week and then stop eating it the next. He’d live off buns, mac and cheese, muffins, and croutons if you let him. Yes, croutons. When it comes to packing lunches, he’s a challenge to put it mildly. So, when…