What Are These 'so called' Parents Doing!!
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Except for the fruit and the ham sandwich croissant, this looks like the list of snacks most schools send to parents seeking donations for snack time.
Packaged foods don't spoil. Schools don't provide refrigerators or microwaves to students. Parents do what they have to do to make sure their kids eat something. Not all kids want to sit around the campfire and sing koombaya while consuming only organic, free-range mung bean sprouts.
Besides, school lunches that are provided are half-baked chicken nuggets, some canned green beans, strawberry and chocolate milk, those horrible frozen pizzas, etc. etc. Most of it is pretty gross. All of these snacks look better than most school lunches. I'd be over the moon if even the expensive private school my kid used to attend would have served ham and cheese on a croissant.0 -
To be honest, I would have loved to have a lunch like this as a kid. Then again, I didn't have much growing up. I don't see what the big deal is, as long as there's some fruit or other healthy foods to accompany the junk food.
Why didn't you just go to Whole Foods and buy some organic granola?
Ugh but seriously, thank you for sharing that experience. I had the good fortune of growing up in a situation where I had lots of food. I had a friend that did not and would come home with me several nights a week and my mom would send left overs with her. I honestly didn't understand until I was much older.0 -
what I see here is not enough time to pack. I wouldn't say they are horrible. Possibly a little deficient in protein, calcium, fiber and iron. There is a lot of vitamin C there though especially that peach juice one, but that one could use a nice sandwich with some meat (roast beef) and cheese just to round it out a little more. that bottom one actually looks decent probably lacking in fiber.
What do you pack in your kid's lunch?
sometimes this is why I suggest to parents that the USDA lunch program is a great option. It has a better nutrient composition, and all menus have to follow specific USDA guidelines and are created by an RD. It's a good option if you are strapped for time.0 -
Hmm, how about you practice a little non-judgment and grace? You sound like a blast to be around. In all honesty, I wouldn't dare let myself or my child get within ten miles of a person like you, lest you nitpick every single thing I do and attempt to "shame" me about it to a bunch of strangers on the internet.
I recommend a more productive hobby that makes you look a little less...unhinged. I hear knitting can be very cathartic.0 -
A lot of schools where I live make it so that you can't send this type of stuff in your kids lunches. Not sure what they do to you if you do send packaged things! I've never disobeyed. :laugh:0
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A lot of schools where I live make it so that you can't send this type of stuff in your kids lunches. Not sure what they do to you if you do send packaged things! I've never disobeyed. :laugh:
who makes those judgments in the school0 -
Ah, yes.
The highly judgmental "teacher" who lives in a glass house and is complaining about nutrition.
How much you you weigh?
Have you hit your goals?
please don't use the terms "teacher" and "hit" in the same post with an OP this off her rocker. It scares me.
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When my daughter was in grade school and day care, it was very difficult to send snacks that she would eat that didn't need refrigeration...I have a decent knowledge of nutrition and I was stumped most days. At least, now they have apple slices, and no sugar added fruits and stuff that are grab and go. Still, what protein can you send with a kid that won't spoil??
Was she allowed an insulated lunch box? An insulated lunch box with a freezer bag would keep it cool enough (kept in a cool location) until lunch. If that is still a problem then you could do protein rich foods that don't require a lot of refrigeration like peanut butter sandwich, nuts, thinking jerky but that might be too much for a 4 year old, if the teacher will help her then small cans of things like chicken, tuna, and ham mix with package of mayo, and sweet relish. If they microwave you could do a small can of soup.0 -
Oh and before I forget...parents look at bento boxes!!
There are some great ideas out there and they are always so wholesome.
I mean how darling is this!?!
http://justbento.com/handbook/bento-basics0 -
When my daughter was in grade school and day care, it was very difficult to send snacks that she would eat that didn't need refrigeration...I have a decent knowledge of nutrition and I was stumped most days. At least, now they have apple slices, and no sugar added fruits and stuff that are grab and go. Still, what protein can you send with a kid that won't spoil??
Was she allowed an insulated lunch box? An insulated lunch box with a freezer bag would keep it cool enough (kept in a cool location) until lunch. If that is still a problem then you could do protein rich foods that don't require a lot of refrigeration like peanut butter sandwich, nuts, thinking jerky but that might be too much for a 4 year old, if the teacher will help her then small cans of things like chicken, tuna, and ham mix with package of mayo, and sweet relish. If they microwave you could do a small can of soup.
So then a teacher who is bent against sodium could post a picture and ask what is wrong with you for giving your kid food from a can/jar.
It is much easier for EVERYONE -- parents and teachers alike, to give children foods that they will actually eat at school. It's only laziness on the parents' part of they aren't making sure their children aren't eating well at home. The teacher only know what she sees at school and there is not reason to assume her charges aren't eating a balanced diet overall.0 -
But what happens if they create the parent test and someone just lies.
Like say, the question is: Would you feed your child goldfish crackers for a snack?
And the person just says: No, I would not.
And then they are allowed to have a child and they just go ahead and feed their child goldfish crackers anyway!!!0 -
But what happens if they create the parent test and someone just lies.
Like say, the question is: Would you feed your child goldfish crackers for a snack?
And the person just says: No, I would not.
And then they are allowed to have a child and they just go ahead and feed their child goldfish crackers anyway!!!
Life in prison without the possibility of parole.0 -
But what happens if they create the parent test and someone just lies.
Like say, the question is: Would you feed your child goldfish crackers for a snack?
And the person just says: No, I would not.
And then they are allowed to have a child and they just go ahead and feed their child goldfish crackers anyway!!!
LOL we are totally lying on the test. The man is munching down on goldfish crackers right now as I write this. All of his 185lbs of morbid obesity just munching down. Terrible role model.0 -
Put your camera away lady!0
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But what happens if they create the parent test and someone just lies.
Like say, the question is: Would you feed your child goldfish crackers for a snack?
And the person just says: No, I would not.
And then they are allowed to have a child and they just go ahead and feed their child goldfish crackers anyway!!!
Lol^^^ this is fabulous:) !!!!!0 -
Looks like kind of what I pack my 7 year old. Don't like it? Then go ahead and fix him his lunches ... You're paying of course0
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"so called parents" goodness gracious you might want to get off that high horse before a "so called parent" knocks you off of it.
I believe in balance. My daughter may get oreos and goldfish in her lunch. She also gets a ham and cheese sandwich, two fruits and baby carrots.
She's a child, it makes her happy and she's perfectly healthy. I'm not going to lose any sleep over pictures some clearly unhappy person took of some childrens snacks.0 -
This post is still burning me.. I would think as a teacher you would be more concerned about the effort you put forth into teaching the children in your class and that they are actually learning and progressing,and the content of their character, if they are helpful, kind ECT.. That's what's more important at this age.
If your so concerned a out what and how they eat offer FREE classes to parents that want to learn more about nutrition. I'm sure with your stunning personality you'll have a fabulous turn out! ~insert sarcasm~0 -
I don't think I've been judgy enough of this very judgy post so I came back to judge more.
I'm judging you, OP!!!
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I've never been so idk, but there are threads about what to buy there.Trader joes & whole foods have a great selection of healthier granola bars.
They're mostly priced the same as well.
The nearest trader joes is 113 miles from where I live. The nearest whole foods is 137 miles. I believe someone tried to explain to you that not every one has healthier choices readily available to them. What can I get at a WAWA?
Be helpful and post those here. Within a 40 miles radius of my house, we have a Dollar General, Family Dollar and a locally owned store that gets weeks old produce that is essentially cast off from other stores. GO!
Hey, you must be my neighbor! Howdy! :happy:0 -
The thought that you're a teacher who is posting this stuff on the internet to strangers....well, it gives me the heebie jeebies. Why would you do this? Wtf is wrong with you?0
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Do your grade one students know the difference between 'their', 'there' and 'they're'? Maybe they can help you out.
Sorry, couldn't resist. :blushing:
Well don't I feel stupid...I was SO 'into' posting these pics that I didn't edit this at all...I also left out the word 'day' too!
What can you do???LOL
Well, you can be less judgemental and refrain from posting such things; you can take a hot minute and reread your post, not only for spelling and grammatical errors, but as a self-check as to the appropriateness of the post... You can mind your own business.
Might I add, you only posted a few things- I would be concerned if that were a child's entire lunch; however, I'm more inclined to believe there are healthier things included in those lunches than just what you've posted.
Wasn't it just last night that you were giving everyone lessons on the correct way to "'help' someone without being a douche"? (Or am I confusing you with someone else?)
No, you're not confused. And, to be clear, I wasn't giving lessons, I was giving an example. If you have an issue with my example, or my use of certain words, perhaps you should look inward and assess why you are offended. :bigsmile: Have a wonderful day!0 -
Do your grade one students know the difference between 'their', 'there' and 'they're'? Maybe they can help you out. Sorry, couldn't resist. :blushing:
Well don't I feel stupid...I was SO 'into' posting these pics that I didn't edit this at all...I also left out the word 'day' too!
What can you do???LOL
Well, you can be less judgemental and refrain from posting such things; you can take a hot minute and reread your post, not only for spelling and grammatical errors, but as a self-check as to the appropriateness of the post... You can mind your own business.
Might I add, you only posted a few things- I would be concerned if that were a child's entire lunch; however, I'm more inclined to believe there are healthier things included in those lunches than just what you've posted.
Wasn't it just last night that you were giving everyone lessons on the correct way to "'help' someone without being a douche"? (Or am I confusing you with someone else?)
No, you're not confused. And, to be clear, I wasn't giving lessons, I was giving an example. If you have an issue with my example, or my use of certain words, perhaps you should look inward and assess why you are offended. :bigsmile: Have a wonderful day!
MFP has been responsible for a great deal of introspection and self-assessment for me.0 -
Picture #2 doesn't look too bad, four cookies, a fruit cup and a juice... even if it is a bit sugary, it's portioned out just fine for a snack.0
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OP obviously does NOT have kids....0
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Do your grade one students know the difference between 'their', 'there' and 'they're'? Maybe they can help you out. Sorry, couldn't resist. :blushing:
Well don't I feel stupid...I was SO 'into' posting these pics that I didn't edit this at all...I also left out the word 'day' too!
What can you do???LOL
Well, you can be less judgemental and refrain from posting such things; you can take a hot minute and reread your post, not only for spelling and grammatical errors, but as a self-check as to the appropriateness of the post... You can mind your own business.
Might I add, you only posted a few things- I would be concerned if that were a child's entire lunch; however, I'm more inclined to believe there are healthier things included in those lunches than just what you've posted.
Wasn't it just last night that you were giving everyone lessons on the correct way to "'help' someone without being a douche"? (Or am I confusing you with someone else?)
No, you're not confused. And, to be clear, I wasn't giving lessons, I was giving an example. If you have an issue with my example, or my use of certain words, perhaps you should look inward and assess why you are offended. :bigsmile: Have a wonderful day!
MFP has been responsible for a great deal of introspection and self-assessment for me.
That is SO wonderful to hear. I wish it explained the b-h you seem to be experiencing (i'm now terrified of using a "bad" word) over my post whichy" was not directed to any particular person. But hey, good on you, buddy!
Me, b-h? I don't think so. I'm just one of those rare individuals on MFP who believe that each thread is not in a vacuum and what a member says on one thread should be consistent with what they say on other threads. I like continuity and consistency. I also have a keen eye for hypocrisy.
Oh, and here's a flower: :flowerforyou:
So, by using your aforementioned logic, my comment towards the OP was "d*****y"? I was not a jerk to the OP, because what she has posted is judgemental; it is a bit rude, and instead of doing that, she could have elected to refrain from it, she could have proof read her post... As I've said before, things can be quite subjective, depending upon our mindset, and methinks your mindset concerning my posts is skewed by my use of a less than kind term, however general it might have been.
ETA: If you'd like to see my 'continuity and consistency' take a gander through my past posts. There aren't that many, relatively speaking.0 -
There's nothing wrong with those snacks. Stop food shaming & demonizing. You are doing more harm then good.0 -
Oh and before I forget...parents look at bento boxes!!
There are some great ideas out there and they are always so wholesome.
I mean how darling is this!?!
http://justbento.com/handbook/bento-basics
Teddy Grahams, in the eyes of the OP, promotes bad parenting.0 -
Do your grade one students know the difference between 'their', 'there' and 'they're'? Maybe they can help you out. Sorry, couldn't resist. :blushing:
Well don't I feel stupid...I was SO 'into' posting these pics that I didn't edit this at all...I also left out the word 'day' too!
What can you do???LOL
Well, you can be less judgemental and refrain from posting such things; you can take a hot minute and reread your post, not only for spelling and grammatical errors, but as a self-check as to the appropriateness of the post... You can mind your own business.
Might I add, you only posted a few things- I would be concerned if that were a child's entire lunch; however, I'm more inclined to believe there are healthier things included in those lunches than just what you've posted.
Wasn't it just last night that you were giving everyone lessons on the correct way to "'help' someone without being a douche"? (Or am I confusing you with someone else?)
No, you're not confused. And, to be clear, I wasn't giving lessons, I was giving an example. If you have an issue with my example, or my use of certain words, perhaps you should look inward and assess why you are offended. :bigsmile: Have a wonderful day!
MFP has been responsible for a great deal of introspection and self-assessment for me.
That is SO wonderful to hear. I wish it explained the b-h you seem to be experiencing (i'm now terrified of using a "bad" word) over my post whichy" was not directed to any particular person. But hey, good on you, buddy!
Me, b-h? I don't think so. I'm just one of those rare individuals on MFP who believe that each thread is not in a vacuum and what a member says on one thread should be consistent with what they say on other threads. I like continuity and consistency. I also have a keen eye for hypocrisy.
Oh, and here's a flower: :flowerforyou:
So, by using your aforementioned logic, my comment towards the OP was "d*****y"? I was not a jerk to the OP, because what she has posted is judgemental; it is a bit rude, and instead of doing that, she could have elected to refrain from it, she could have proof read her post... As I've said before, things can be quite subjective, depending upon our mindset, and methinks your mindset concerning my posts is skewed by my use of a less than kind term, however general it might have been.
Huh? I think you and I have a misunderstanding...but I'm just not invested enough to spend any time trying to explain the disconnect.
(Oh, and to save you from potentially more problems w/ the mods here in the future, please know that correcting (or even commenting on) spelling and punctuation is a very consistently strikeable offense.)0 -
OP obviously does NOT have kids....
But. But. Those are always the best parents . . .0
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