As mums, you want to have peace of mind, knowing that your baby is having the comfiest and safest sleep which is why we’re very excited to announce the BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit Product Review!
Where we’re asking for MoM Members to trial the BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit with their baby aged 0-12 months, and then share the review on this page.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has all the zippy features you know and love! A 2-way zip, comfy stretchy cotton, protective fold over cuffs and it’s made with an all new adaptive cooling fabric that keeps babies so comfy. Wondercool is the only baby clothing approved by Red Nose for safer sleep.
Did you know that babies can’t adjust to temperature changes as well as adults? Babies actually sweat less then us adults, meaning they generate more heat, reducing their ability to cool down. BONDS Wondercool works by imitating the skin’s natural bodily process of evaporative cooling, so when your bubs skin temperature heats up, the Wondercool technology activates to achieve cooling. When your bubs body heat lowers, the level of sweat is reduced and the cooling effect of the fabric adapts and deactivates once the cooling is complete, for a safer more comfortable sleep.
The Wondercool Zip Wondersuit features innovative Air Cuffs that maximise airflow and breathability to keep little hands and feet cool. Plus, BONDS’ iconic 2-way zip to make change time easy.
Where can I find BONDS Wondercool?
Available in a range of modern colours and prints, BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit can be found in BONDS stores and BONDS online. It’s also available at selected retailers including; Big W, Myer, Best & Less, Baby Bunting and Farmers (NZ). Besides the Zip Wondersuit, Wondercool is also available in Wonderbundles, Wonderbodies and Wonder Socks.
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We are looking for mums with babies aged 0-12 months to review BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit. All mums selected will receive one BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit to trial and review at home. We’ll then ask you to post star ratings and reviews on our website to tell us what you thought!
MoM Members have now finished the BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit Product Review. Read their thoughts, opinions and recommendations below.
In true Bonds style these are a staple for our Bub, they are soft and stretchy and so comfy on new baby skin, great to layer in the cold weather but also keeps cool in the warmer days / nights, the double zips make nappy changing a breeze and the foldable mittens perfect for keeping bubs face scratch free
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
Absolutely love the wondercool range! They are very soft and seemed to help with my bubs sleep, she usually gets very sweaty during the night but when we use the wondercool suit she seems to be alot cooler and slept alot better. It washed great and was dry pretty quick aswell
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
I thought this would be an excellent gift for my good friend who recently had her little one. She reported back to me that the little cherub was very comfy in this wondersuit and slept well with no difficulties. He was already a good sleeper so good to know the change didn’t mix things up. She said these wonder suits are very easy to zip on and off for changing. We anticipate the usual level of bonds quality and for it to last enough to be a hand me down as needed :)
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
As you guys know it's been scorching hot the past week so our bub has been having troubles sleeping.
We put her into this suit and she slept like a log!
I can usually tell she's been sweating when she turns over and there is a wet patch under her head and her hair is all matted down but tonight it wasn't.
I was so surprised. I honestly didn't think it would work because of it being full length in terms of sleeves and pants but it really did do wonders.
I'm definitely going out to buy more.
The best thing is, I had a look online and there are different colours and patterns.
I would definitely recommend this product to all mums out there.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
Love the new wondercool range, my 3 month old gets hot quickly & wouldnt think about putting him a zippy is 20+ degrees weather but he stayed cool the whole time. Would defiantly get more stuff from the range.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
My 5 month old has a condition to which he can not get too hot, it’s very comforting knowing he can be at ease with his hands and feet’s covered as he LOVES to sleep with them snug in his suit but also that he won’t overheat on those nights where it’s slightly warm
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
My 9 week old gets sweaty during the night, especially as our room gets quite warm. When we tried the Wondercool, he slept for longer than he had ever before and I believe it's because he didn't overheat. I love this range and keep checking on the Bonds site for new colour options as he will continue to wear this for the next year or more.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
We love the Bonds Wondercool fabric. We have both the long sleeve bodysuit and zippy wondersuit and love them both. The fabric is really soft and stretchy. It washes well and holds its shape too. I like that it is designed to allow air flow, keeping Bubs warm without the risk of overheating. Highly recommended.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
I have always bought Bonds products for the for my eldest chilld and now my youngest. They make such high quality long lasting items. Always making improvements. Their baby products are that amazing. Soft and comfortable, easy to dress bub with and they have lots of safety elements. I don't dress my children in other brands when it comes to these as there pjs and even where around the house to be comfortable. Love the new Wondercool suits for bubs
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
My 9 week old gets sweaty during the night, especially as our room gets quite warm. When we tried the Wondercool, he slept for longer than he had ever before and I believe it's because he didn't overheat. I love this range and keep checking on the Bonds site for new colour options as he will continue to wear this for the next year or more.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
These wondersuits are so comfortable and confident. It is so easy to put on my baby to keep him snug and comfortable throughout the day. How can I go past the convenience of a wondersuit. Its light breathable material allow for my baby to be comfortable all day regardless of any weather changes. The plethora of colours to choose from make sure my baby is looking his best at all times and that he is as cute as a button for all who see him during the day.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
I love bonds wondersuits and these are no exception. Soft. Easy to put on and change baby. The double zip is a must have on any baby outfit. A life saver for middle of the night changing. Love the breathable material. The fit is always generous so they last so much longer. I just wish they had as many designs as the normal range does.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
In true Bonds style these are a staple for our Bub, they are soft and stretchy and so comfy on new baby skin, great to layer in the cold weather but also keeps cool in the warmer days / nights, the double zips make nappy changing a breeze and the foldable mittens perfect for keeping bubs face scratch free
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
I bought these for my newborn as he was born in summer. He is a chubby baby and gets quite sweaty but these were good as they kept him cool but I liked that I was still able to put a long sleeve suit on him to cover his hands with the cuffs as he scratched himself a lot
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
I have purchased this Wondercool range from Bonds website. I have the one with eyelets and one without. I feel that the Wondercool range is lightweight and great for warmer weather and used for layering my little one in cooler weather with sleeping bags/rompers. It comes with the usual bonds wondersuits must have such as feet and hands covering and double zip for easy nappy change!
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
we love bonds and this range. The suit is perfectly stretchy and comfy. Having 2 zips makes it very easy to put on after a nappy change (which could be challenging with a toddler). Quality is great!
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
I love BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits I’ve had my daughter in them since birth, I love the designs, they wash and wear well. My daughter who is now a toddler has done miles and miles of running around in her wondersuit, out in the backyard getting dirty and they all remain in tact. I can’t rate this product enough and am very happy to pay for them as they last much longer than any other brands of clothing I’ve tried. I can even put them in the dryer without shrinking!!
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
I have used these wondersuits on all 3 of my children and they are great for quick changes but then hand cover flip over things took me ages to figure out how they worked, it frustrated me my partner could do it but i gave up. Bonds sizing is very large in comparison to all other baby sizing its normally a size up from what it says especially the jumpsuits.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
We love the Bonds Wondercool fabric. We have both the long sleeve bodysuit and zippy wondersuit and love them both. The fabric is really soft and stretchy. It washes well and holds its shape too. I like that it is designed to allow air flow, keeping Bubs warm without the risk of overheating. Highly recommended.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
to be honest BONDS in general is a brand that i will always buy for myself and my babies as it is the quality that makes it and how amazing and soft and versatile they are as my son is always in and out of hospital we find the zippys and warm yet enough to breathe for their little bodies and the functionality of the two way zip is just beyond words for both easy nappy change and access this has allowed my son to be comfy and safe and have all of the leads still in but tucked away and out the bottom of the zippy so he isn’t pulling at them and the most amazing partrnership with red nose and bonds have found their new wondercoolcollection and oh boy i won’t be getting anything else have atleast one of every print they are that good!
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
We loved using the bonds wondercool zippys. We already use the bonds zippys and live in hot Western Australia so this was vital over summer! It was sometimes hard to get on/take off but that also comes with a squirmy 8 month old! Washes as well as other zippys and love the colours and patterns bonds released.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
My son is a sweater and gets hot wearing even a singlet as we put him in a sleeping bag. But when we're out I like him to be fully protected due to his eczema and this body suit is great. His skin is kept dry and less sweaty when he wears this. I wish they come in more colours though
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
LOVE the wondersuits! I have used them for the past 6 years on both boys (up until the age of 3)
Only issue is that I wish they had bigger sizes, at least up to size 4, I understand they are available in bigger sizes but they are hard to find. Love the double zip! life changing! especially when accidents happen and you need to get it off quick smart, lol.
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
We bought this for our little guy after we found the normal wondersuits we’re making him sweat a lot in his sleep. The wondercool has been perfect in preventing him from sweating, it’s also very roomy and stretchy and of high quality. My main issue is we can’t buy more as they’re all sold out in most sizes. Would definitely recommend if you have a bub that gets hot while sleeping
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
These wondersuit zips are amazing !!!! Bonds you keep doing what you do best. Super easy to put on and such a lightweight onesie. I love how it works on my daughter works exactly to her temperature and keeps her cool you can also let your kids wear this any time of the year because it just adapts to the temperature of your babies body which is amazing . No doubt you will not be disappointed I will Definitely recommend
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
These wondersuit zips are amazing !!!! Bonds you keep doing what you do best. Super easy to put on and such a lightweight onesie. I love how it works on my daughter works exactly to her temperature and keeps her cool. Definitely recommend
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
What I love about the new Bonds Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is that has all the zippy features you know and love! A 2-way zip, comfy stretchy cotton, protective fold over cuffs and it’s made with an all new adaptive cooling fabric that keeps babies so comfy. Wondercool is the only baby clothing approved by Red Nose for safer sleep.
I also love that the Air Cuffs that maximise airflow and breathability to keep little hands and feet cool as my bub seems to get hot feet but wearing this wondersuit he seems to have not only a better sleep but doesn't get too hot
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit was easy to put on and take off
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit is high quality
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit washes well
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuit has a great fit
BONDS Wondercool Zip Wondersuits are available in a fashionable colour range
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12 Best Kids’ Lunch Boxes For School In Australia
The right lunch box helps keep little humans nourished while making life a lot easier for mums and dads! So to help you find the perfect one faster, we’ve put the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia in one handy spot.
Kids’ lunch boxes have come a very long way. No longer just plastic boxes for toting treats, they’re now durable, washable, droppable and best of all, easy for kids to use. There are heaps of different styles to choose from, and if you head to the bottom of this article, you’ll find more information on what to look for, how to choose the right one for your child, and even what to put in it!
Whether you’re after a colourful lunch box to match that new drink bottle, or a machine-washable option that saves you time, there’s something in our shortlist for every type of foodie.
If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to lunch box shopping, check out our comparison table below as a handy guide. (Use the bottom slider to see all brands)
The table below is a guide only. Products are subject to changes by brands.
MontiiCo
B.Box
Frank Green Lunch Container
Yumbox
Sky Gazer
Bentgo Modern
The Somewhere Co. Mini
EcoCocoon
Bright Star Kids
Stuck On You
Country Road Elysia
OmieBox
Style
Bag
Bento
Box
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Colour variations
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Material
Fabric & aluminium lining
PP & silicone
Stainless steel & silicone
ABS, tritan & silicone
Fabric & PEVA lining
BPA-free plastic
RPET & aluminium foil lining
Stainless steel & silicone
Fabric & insulation lining
BPA-free plastic
100% cotton canvas & insulation lining
Stainless steel, plastic & silicone
Start price
$42.95
$27.95
$79.95
$49.95
$34.99
$39.95
$38
$84.95
$39.95
$54.95
$59.95
$89.95
Loved forits
Roomy size & machine washable design
Custom divider
3-in-1 design
Portion-controlled sections
Unique designs
Removable sandwich divider
Shoulder strap
Dishwasher-safe parts
Personalisation
Leak-proof silicone seal
Internal name label
Storage for hot and cold food
Mouths Of Mums Kids’ Lunch Boxes Comparison Table. (The products above are featured in our shortlist below.)
How to choose the best lunch box for school
When you’re searching for a kids’ lunch box, take the time to work out what will best suit their needs. If you make the right choice and invest in a quality one, it will last many years.
Box, bento or bag? If your child doesn’t like different foods touching, a bento lunch box is a great choice. Also, think about whether they prefer cut-up or whole fruit; a bento is better suited to cut food, while bags and boxes suit whole fruit. Bags are fantastic if you like to pack separate containers, like smaller bento or snack containers.
Freshness is a must – An insulated bag or box will keep everything cool and fresh until snack and lunchtime. But you can also get boxes that come with cold and ice packs. Remember, kids’ lunches often sit at room temperature for up to 5 or 6 hours before they’re eaten, so insulation and coolness are important. Check out how to keep school lunches safe in the heat.
Easy-to-clean design – Check if the box is dishwasher-safe, or for lunch bags, if they’re machine-washable.
Leak-proof – The last thing you want is a soggy mess at lunchtime, so if buying a hard lunch box, look for designs that are leak-proof with proper seals.
Child-friendly – Depending on your child’s motor skills and independence, you may need to start with a product that’s simple to open and close.
The right size – We tend to pack way too much in our kids’ lunches, so think about how much realistically you’ll need to pack for your child when choosing the size of their lunch box. You may also need to consider the size of their school bags.
12 Best Lunch Boxes For School Kids In Australia
Ready to get back-to-school sorted? From stainless steel gems to beautiful bentos, we’ve done all the hard work so you don’t have to. So sit back and enjoy our curated Mom Guide of the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia.
These award-winning lunch bags have sold over 200,000 units – and it’s clear to see why. The interior of each large bag measures 29cm x 23.5cm x 7.5cm, making them big enough to fit multiple containers and even many popular bento boxes. Each bag comes with an ice pack for up to eight hours of cooling – and you have a massive range of designs to choose from.
Pros:
Interior name label
Fabulous large size fits everything!
Comes with an ice pack for day-long cooling
“A vote for montii co lunch boxes, lunch bags and freezer bricks (they really do stay frozen all day!!” (Megan)
“Montii lunch bags are the best and the freezer brick can stay frozen for ages I forgot one day and it was still cold after 24hrs”(Sarah)
Tired of apples not fitting in hard lunch boxes? b.box has solved this with its flexible ‘whole fruit holder’ that bends around the fruit rather than squashing it – genius! If you’re not keen on cutting up a fruit salad every day, this multi-compartment two-litre lunch box has handy homes for everything. It also comes with a gel cooler pack (a must for Aussie summer!), and it’s freezer-safe. Choose from a range of colours.
Pros:
Leak-proof silicone seal
Comes with a gel cooler pack
The square section is big enough for a regular sandwich
“B-box lunch boxes are the best…all parts come out so you can wash them super easy! So many awesome accessories available for them too!”(Kerrie)
“BBox lunch boxes are great and they fit in the large Montiico lunch bags. As someone has said, the ice brick that comes with it is amazing too”(Tash)
“I really like the B.Box lunch boxes.”(Kendal)
“Bbox is the winner in our community on repeat.”(Mums On A Budget)
Got a Frank Green fan on your hands? This is the lunch box to match their drink bottle. It comes in a gorgeous range of colours suited to all ages and uses 90% post-consumer recycled stainless steel and quality silicone lids. Monograms, bumper guards and ice bricks are all available separately.
Pros:
Leak-resistant design for mess-free travel
Comes with two microwave-safe removable containers
Customisable with your choice of bumper, ice brick and monogramming (at an additional cost)
With the option of four, five or six compartments, it’s easy to see why Yumbox Bento Lunch Boxes are such a hit with Australian kids. They feature handy, pre-measured half-cup serving compartments to help pack a healthy lunch and contain absolutely no BPA or phthalates. Pop it straight into the dishwasher on the top rack for easy cleaning.
Pros:
Top rack dishwasher-safe
Includes five half-cup sections for portion control
Sections are labelled to help parents with a balanced lunch
If your little (or not-so-little) one wants a lunch bag everyone will comment on, this is it. Available in a range of stunning designs, they come with a long and strong handle and easy-use zippers. But good looks aside, what’s winning heart about these is their capacity – they hold up to seven litres of food!
After something a bit more mature? Bentgo’s Modern lunch boxes are a great option. They have a sleek matte finish in a choice of four stylish shades, including Mint Green, Orchid, Dark Grey and Navy. Each is cleverly designed with a removable divider that allows you to choose between using three or four compartments. Even better, they are leak-proof, microwave-safe and fine to pop in the dishwasher.
Colourful and easy to carry, these bags are insulated, eco-friendly and secure. It features aluminium foil lining that keeps food fresh all day long, and it comes with top-level carry handles and a shoulder strap, which is brilliant for those days when kids have a lot to tote. Choose from a range of styles.
Pros:
Roomy and stylish
Shoulder strap makes carrying easy (and great if schoolbags are too full!)
Zip-front pocket handy for cold packs or notes from mum
Large enough for the hungriest of school kids, this stainless steel wonder has a removable silicone seal in the lid to stop thick liquids from leaking. No more soggy anything! There are five handy compartments to make sure all of the food groups are ticked off, with a large compartment perfect for sandwiches, and smaller ones for snacks.
Pros:
Dishwasher-safe
Every compartment is leak-proof
Easy to open and close (suitable for younger kids)
Practical and customisable with your child’s name, these insulated bags tick all the boxes. You have a choice of five bag colours, and from there you get to choose from a huge range of designs and fonts to personalise it! Each comes with a mesh pocket for ice bricks, a top carry handle, a secure zip closure and enough internal space to fit a medium bento box.
Pros:
Machine-washable
Internal mesh pocket for an ice brick
With their name on it, you won’t need to visit lost property!
With a leak-proof silicone seal, these colourful lunch companions keep sauces and dips right where they belong. They come with six compartments, which convert to three for easy washing on the top shelf of the dishwasher. They’re free from any nasties and customisation with your child’s name – no more lost property, yay! Choose from box colours of Matte Navy, Pink Lemonade, Dusky Blue or Seafoam Green- if you can!
Uber stylish and as roomy as can be, these contemporary bags are perfect for kids of all ages who prefer to pack several separate containers. It has a 100% cotton canvas outer, an insulated lining and comes with a super handy internal name label. Just as great for preschool as they are for high school.
Pros:
Easy-carry handle
Internal name label
Stylish design, great for kids who prefer muted shades
Finally, a kids’ lunch box that stores hot AND cold food in one place! Designed out of necessity by a problem-solving mum, the OmieBox encourages low-waste lunches and ends the need to use multiple clunky containers (which always get lost!). The spill-proof individual compartments mean no mixing of savoury and sweet, and the 280ml double-wall thermos keeps soups and pasta hot for up to six hours!
Health professionals agree that kids need a good balance of lean protein, grains, fruit and vegetables throughout the school day. Skip the processed food and try to reach for whole foods that pack a punch in the nutrient department. Here are some great ideas:
Grilled chicken or turkey wraps with fresh salad
Crackers and vegetable sticks with healthy dips like hummus
Whole-grain pasta with cherry tomatoes and your choice of cheese
Zucchini slice cut into rectangles for easy stacking in an insulated box
That lunchbox comparison table is handy to have. It helped me make a decision on which lunchbox to buy next for my daughter who is starting kindergarten. I needed to upgrade her lunchbox but wasn’t sure which way to go. The table helped me with my decision. I ended up going with the BBOX and have found a cheaper lunch bag from a department store that it fits in.
I do not know if anyone else has picked up on this or not, but every bag mentioned in the table above is a ‘designer’ brand. There are plenty of more affordable options that aren’t over $40. I have never spent that much on a lunchbox – even from Smiggle. The cheaper brands last just as well too.
Getting ready for the return to school has started to kick in so this was a timely read. We have the yum box and i love it, it is so easy for my daughter to open and close on her own. I find the lunch cooler bags also a great idea however some days depending on what else needs to go to school, they can be quite bulky to include in the school bag. I need to do some more research this year as i like the idea of being able to watch it in the washing machine, that is a clever idea.
Along with all of the other back to school products; there is also a good range of lunch boxes available for people to buy. It has been fun to see the wide range of bottles and lunch boxes that are available for the new year for school and for work.
Lunch boxes have come such a long way since my eldest was a kid, he’s now 26! There’s really a solution to everything from food heating, cooling, dividers, pockets etc etc. Lunch boxes are a real fashion accessory and so on-trend these days. I personally love the Bento lunch boxes. They save on plastic and separate different foods.
I am such a huge fan of Bento lunch boxes and Bento. Food should be so many wonderful things; including delicious, fun, colourful and nutritious too. Lunch is a favourite meal because the body is ready for some more calories and a boost of energy. Food looks so good in Bento lunch boxes.
So so many fantastic options! We use the montii co ones for our kdis and swear by it. Its lasted 3 years so far and still standing strong, like new since the first day using it. They are so durable and i find cleaning them to be the easiest for us.
There are so many great lunch box option out there indeed ! I’ve always liked the Bento style lunch boxes for my kids. It reduces the use of plastic lunch bags and packaged food which aren’t very good for the environment and it encourages to present a good variety of foods (which is not only better nutrition wise but lao to prevent our kids from getting bored with same foods all the time.
There are some really fabulous options here. So many variations of colour, shape and size. I love the bento style lunch boxes, so handy to keep food separate and eliminate the use of plastic packaging. The machine washable bags are a great idea too. They can get grubby so fast, this would be so much easier to maintain
This has gotten much easier since my kids hit high school – they have strong opinions about their lunch boxes, so I don’t have to think about it so much anymore! However, I am strongly in favor of bento style boxes regardless of their age. They’re easy to clean, easy to pack, and invite appropriate sized portions.
Great article! Our kids are so lucky, when it comes to lunchboxes, they really are spoilt for choice. There are so many to pick from. Regarding sandwiches, my eldest son, used to hate sandwiches for school lunches. It wasn’t until many years later that I discovered that he’d throw out his sandwiches in the playground bins. My son’s an adult now and he still hates sandwiches. He only likes “hot” lunches. So glad he lives on his own now and can make his own “hot” lunches just the way he likes them.
This is an extremely useful article!! 2 schppl going kids and third starting kinder soon means we are always on the lookout for lunch ideas and lunch boxes. This is a great list with features and prices listed to make the search easier and help with decision making for purchasing of the lunch boxes
This is super useful article and thank you. I can see so variety of lunch boxes from every store. Always wonder which one would be more convenient to use by little hands. I love some of these lunchboxes to give it a try for this year. And then decide to go with suitable ones
Wow, lunch boxes have really come such a long way from when I was taking a lunch box to school. Feel old, like “back in my day”, but we were lucky to have options like are available now. While I like some of these designs, I feel like they aren’t super practical.
These lunchboxes are beautiful but are they really worth the expensive price tag? I have been through so many lunch boxes and bags over the years and found the best it to use an insulated lunchbox bag with ice brick and use small containers to keep individual items fresh and assessable.
I love the bbox lunch boxes. They are so reliable and tough when kids throw their bags around. Easy to wash and store. I have used the we can be tiny snackies at home too. The boys love choosing a certain animal shape. They wash well, are durable and great quality.
My kids are old enough now to pack their own lunches and I am so happy to see the great choices they are making. They take left over meals, cook food in the morning to take and now I am confident they aren’t throwing away sandwiches! I do have the chilly bags for them, I find they fit better into bags
My daughter uses a bento box now for work and sometimes an insulated bag in summer, but when she was at school it was a rectangular lunch box with no compartments. It was very easy to wash each day, just the box and lid, and it could still be filled with rolls/sandwiches and snacks.
Lunchboxes are so important these days. Back in my day it was a brown paper bag or the exact same lunch box that everyone else had and there were three compartments. Today its such a fashion statement and as much as the lunchbox itself is judged so are the contents.
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For a friend
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Perfect for all kinds of weather
I put our bub in the Wondercool to see how she would go in rainy, cold weather and it seemed to work like a gem.
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Put it in the wash and hung it up inside because of the rain and it was dry the next day!
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I can usually tell she's been sweating when she turns over and there is a wet patch under her head and her hair is all matted down but tonight it wasn't.
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Loving the wondercool
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Finally thermo controlled clothes for babies!
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Best item to dress 9 week old in
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Great
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We love our bonds
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Best item to dress 9 week old in
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Wonderful wondersuits
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Soft Stretch and comfortable
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Great product
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Great for layering your little one
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Excellent quality but bonds sizing is way out.
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