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I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo
Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo :
4.67 out of 5 based on 71 reviews.

As mums, we all know that bath time can be a real challenge with babies and toddlers, especially if it involves a hair wash!  There are so many products on the market, it can be difficult to know which to buy.

Which is why we are so excited to announce the Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo Review.

Cetaphil Baby is specially formulated for healthy baby skin development. The product range includes key ingredients and botanicals to offer the support and protection that infant skin needs to grow strong.

Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo can be used from head to toe and is gentle enough for newborn’s and baby’s skin. It gets our tick of approval for many reasons….

✔ Soap free

✔ Hypoallergenic

✔ Has 0% parabens and mineral oils

✔ Enriched with glycerine and panthenol to help nourish your baby’s delicate skin without drying or damaging

✔ This tear-free hypoallergenic formula rinses clean, leaving a soft fragrance

Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo is so easy to use.

Pour into hand or wash cloth and apply to hair and body. Lather, rinse and towel dry. If it gets into your baby’s eyes, rinse with water. For external use only.

Where is Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo available?

Look for the Cetaphil Baby Range in your local pharmacies such as Chemist Warehouse, Priceline and Terry White Chemmart as well as in Coles and Woolworths.

Read the reviews for the Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo Review

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Mums have now completed the Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo Review. See what they thought, all their fabulous reviews are below.

All Mums selected for the Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo Review were sent a full size 400ml pump bottle of Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to trial and 5 sample twin packs of Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo and Cetaphil Baby Daily Lotion to share with their friends.

 


Published 2nd September 2019


  • Beautiful baby's skin

    I tried this on my son Joel and it was fantastic. It bubbles up really nice. Didn’t cause any rashes or irritation. Smells lovely and did make Joel’s skin feel lovely and soft and he smelt lovely too.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Nice and gentle still on toddler

    I still use this on my 3 year old. I generally rotate between this one and Aveno as I like them both. I know the Cetaphil will always be gentle on his skin and keep it super soft.Who doesn’t want their baby to have soft skin right? Would recommend for those looking for a reliable and gentle wash for their baby or toddler.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Can also be used on dogs.

    So this is a bit of a strange review by me today: YES I love all Cetaphil products and as adults we have used Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser for many many years. The new generation is now using Cetaphil Baby. Well just a heads up that Cetaphil Baby is also great for your dog if you have ran out of your usual special pooch shampoo. The gentle formula does not dry the skin and it cleans wonderfully leaving a fresh smell and shiny coat.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Definitely a Cetaphil baby! ????????

    We absolutely love our cetaphil baby products, the quality and how good it cleans my son after a crazy day at childcare ! So happy we’ve found something that is so gentle and free from nasties and smells great at the same time. You must try this product and even the moisturiser and massage oil!

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Smells great!

    I love this baby wash. It has such a lovely fragrance. I use it on my babies hair and body and it always leaves her skin soft and her hair silky. She suffers from eczema and it’s never flared her eczema up or dried her skin out. I also use it on my three year old who also has sensitive skin and he’s never had any issues either.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Great gentle soap

    My 18mo has been using it for about two weeks and his skin feels very soft after a shower. The soap is very gentle and I wash his hair with that too, and he doesnt complain when it gets in his eye, which is a bonus!!!! The only down side is that it doesn’t make bubbles 🙁

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Cetaphil For The Win

    Thanks to MoM for the opportunity to review this product. I’ll admit I was sceptical at first after being a dedicated goats milk fanatic. After the first use I was convinced otherwise. I instantly noticed my boys skin being softer. I love that I can use it head to toe and love love love the smell. I love how it makes bubbles when added to the bath too. It arrived at a perfect time too as we were about to head to sunny QLD where we are in and out of the pool and beach! The lotion is just as impressive! I’ve been converted!

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Amazing like silk on the skin

    CETAPHIL BABY GENTLE WASH & SHAMPOO AND FACE & BODY DAILY LOTION. This stuff smells amazing and makes bubbles and soaps up really well! Been using it for a week now and Zara’s skin loves it, hair is soft, fresh and feels so clean. To finish we tried the Cetaphil face & body daily lotion, I use it for a moisturiser for Zara’s face and her body, keeping her baby skin soft and supple during this cooler weather! (P.s, she loves it when I moisturise her face, she keeps saying “more more” ) ????

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Love it!

    We have used this for 2 weeks now and the whole family love it. My big kids have dry skin and are enjoying this product and my little one loves frothing it up in the bath. Very happy with the product and definitely will be recommending to friends and family.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Quality shampoo and wash for my bubs

    This shampoo and wash is the best smelling stuff I’ve ever used on my baby, and you can be assured that there are absolutely no nasties in it! It cleans so well and leaves baby feeling so soft and clean ????

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Perfect for us

    This cetaphil baby wash smells great and it does not bother my baby’s skin. She had severe eczema before using this wash. We tried all the competitor brands and finally this. All of those didnt help us. We use this every day and do not have any issues with it. This is pretty amazing. Works great for my daughter — pleasant smell.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Great newborn product

    Really gentle on the skin. Great price as well. Good for my newborn as well as my toddler so not needing multiple types of washes for each child. Love the fact that it is a wash and shampoo in one. Sometimes I even use it as a wash for us adults its so soft on the skin. Great product from cetaphil

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Fantastic

    I love this product for my babies. It smells delicious, and ultra gentle on their skin. I find their hair smells really nice for days, and doesn’t seem to sting their eyes when washing it out. I love that it’s a shampoo plus body wash. Only have to use a small amount and it goes a long way.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Love it

    My kids really loves its smell very good for baby skin recommended to others

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Clean & warm

    What a great product at bath time to either add in water or wash little one with. Not only does it make baby soft, smooth and moisturised it leaves baby smelling beautiful. Definitely another purchase of this baby product.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Love Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash and Shampoo

    We have used this product since birth of our all three kids, now toddlers I still continue to use it. Its gentle on the kids skin and smells really good. Recommending it all the way 🙂

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Gentle wash

    We still use this at times with our 3 year old as it’s very gentle on her skin. When we can pick it up on sale we grab a few to have on hand. It has a nice smell which leaves our little one smelling fresh as a daisy after the wash. She has had some skin irritations to other brands so we love that this one allows her to keep her skin nice and smooth. I do struggle sometimes to find it in some supermarkets tho which is a pitty

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Beautiful baby's skin

    I tried this on my son Joel and it was fantastic. It bubbles up really nice. Didn’t cause any rashes or irritation. Smells lovely and did make Joel’s skin feel lovely and soft and he smelt lovely too.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Cetaphil Baby Body Gentle Wash and Shampoo

    I actually bought this product on my own accord and i love love love it. I trust Cetaphil on my skin so had no reservations on using it on Bubs skin. His skin remains soft and smooth and he smells beautiful. Out of the other baby wash products i have tried i highly recommend this one.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Fantastic product

    I would highly recommend this to other Mums to use on their little ones. I feel safe using this and don’t have to worry about skin reactions.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • gentle on baby skin

    I used this before to my son when I started to get paranoid with his skin irritation when he was a lot younger. This was recommended by my GP. I like the scent of it to my son as he really feels fresh after a shower

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Top choice for soft skin

    We love a good two in one and have used Cetaphil since almost our son’s birth. It is effective in cleaning and cleansing, soft on the skin and moisturising. I like that there are no nasties and unnecessary additives or strong scents. We even use this for ourselves so its great for the whole family, not just babies and children.
    The pump feature makes Cetaphil wash and shampoo easy to use especially when washing your child’s hair and only having one hand! The bottle looks and feels of good quality.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Nice and gentle still on toddler

    I still use this on my 3 year old. I generally rotate between this one and Aveno as I like them both. I know the Cetaphil will always be gentle on his skin and keep it super soft.Who doesn’t want their baby to have soft skin right? Would recommend for those looking for a reliable and gentle wash for their baby or toddler.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Can also be used on dogs.

    So this is a bit of a strange review by me today: YES I love all Cetaphil products and as adults we have used Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser for many many years. The new generation is now using Cetaphil Baby. Well just a heads up that Cetaphil Baby is also great for your dog if you have ran out of your usual special pooch shampoo. The gentle formula does not dry the skin and it cleans wonderfully leaving a fresh smell and shiny coat.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Great product

    My little girl (4months) has dry skin and is prone to heat rash.
    I was hesitant to try a new product on her but I’m very glad I did.
    The Ceraphil wash is very soft on delicate skin and it doesn’t have any fragrance.
    It didn’t take much storing to dissolve into the water either.

    I have the samples to friends and they have all enjoyed the product too.
    I’m very glad I got to try to product.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Lovely, gentle and safe

    I fell in love with this the first time I used it. It’s so gentle, non drying, and leaves skin moisturised and feeling so soft. Which is what you need for babies. Comes in a huge bottle which lasts for ages as you only need a small amount in the bath, so really economical. Great news for the family budget

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Wonderfully soft skin

    My son’s skin was so soft and rejuvenated after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo. He has had a spell of dry skin which lead to him scratching and the Cetaphil wash really helped him.
    His skin is much better now and he doesn’t scratch and cause marks anymore.
    Thank you

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Definitely a Cetaphil baby! ????????

    We absolutely love our cetaphil baby products, the quality and how good it cleans my son after a crazy day at childcare ! So happy we’ve found something that is so gentle and free from nasties and smells great at the same time. You must try this product and even the moisturiser and massage oil!

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Lovely and gentle

    We have had issues with dry skin on the kiddos over winter. Although we don’t always use soaps for every bath we have found cetaphil to be a really gentle wash when extra grubby munchkins need something added to the Bath. We Haven’t had issues of skin drying out using it.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo


  • Smells great!

    I love this baby wash. It has such a lovely fragrance. I use it on my babies hair and body and it always leaves her skin soft and her hair silky. She suffers from eczema and it’s never flared her eczema up or dried her skin out. I also use it on my three year old who also has sensitive skin and he’s never had any issues either.

    I would recommend Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo to other mums
    My baby's skin felt soft and moisturised after using Cetaphil Baby Gentle Wash & Shampoo

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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.

The Star Patrol Mini Lunch Case.
The Star Patrol Mini Lunch Case. Image: The Somewhere Co.

Lunch Box Comparison Table

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.

MontiiCoB.BoxFrank Green Lunch ContainerYumboxSky Gazer Bentgo ModernThe Somewhere Co. MiniEcoCocoonBright Star KidsStuck On YouCountry Road ElysiaOmieBox
StyleBagBentoBoxBentoBagBentoBagBentoBagBentoBagBento
Colour variationsYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYES
MaterialFabric & aluminium liningPP & siliconeStainless steel & siliconeABS, tritan & siliconeFabric & PEVA liningBPA-free plasticRPET & aluminium foil liningStainless steel & siliconeFabric & insulation liningBPA-free plastic100% cotton canvas & insulation liningStainless 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 for itsRoomy size & machine washable designCustom divider3-in-1 designPortion-controlled sectionsUnique designsRemovable sandwich dividerShoulder strapDishwasher-safe partsPersonalisationLeak-proof silicone sealInternal name labelStorage 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.

Any included reviews come via the Mouths of Mums Facebook Page.

MontiiCo Large Lunch Bags, $42.95

MontiiCo Large Lunch Bags.

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)

Where to buy it: MontiiCo, Lime Tree Kids


b.box 2L Kids’ Lunch Box, $27.95

B.box 2L kids bento lunch boxes.

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)

Where to buy it: Kitchen Warehouse, Woolworths, b.box


Frank Green Lunch Container, $79.95

Frank Green coloured lunch containers.

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)

Where to buy it: Frank Green


Yumbox Kids’ Compartment Lunch Boxes, from $49.95 

Yumbox Kids Bento Box shown in pink and purple options.

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

Where to buy it: Biome, Yumbox


Sky Gazer Insulated Lunch Bag, from $34.99

Sky Gazer Insulated Lunch Bags.

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!

Pros:

  • Water-resistant
  • PEVA internal lining
  • Side pocket for a water bottle

Where to buy it: THE ICONIC, Sky Gazer


Bentgo Modern Bento Boxes, $39.95

Bentgo Modern Lunch Boxes.

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.

Pros:

  • Kid-friendly latch
  • Antibacterial silicone seal
  • Includes four large compartments

Where to buy it: Kitchen Warehouse, Amazon


The Somewhere Co Mini Lunch Case, $38

The Somewhere Co. Mini Lunch Bags.

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

Where to buy it: The Somewhere Co.


EcoCocoon Leak-Proof Bento Lunch Box, $84.95

EcoCocoon Leak-Proof Lunch Box with a bagel and fresh food inside.

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)

Where to buy it: Biome, EcoCocoon


Bright Star Kids Personalised Lunch Bags, $39.95

Bright Star Kids insulated lunch bags in a row.

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!

Where to buy it: Bright Star Kids


Stuck On You Large Personalised Bento Lunch Box, $54.95

Stuck On You Large Kids' Bento Boxes.

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!

Pros:

  • BPA and phthalate-free
  • Top rack dishwasher-safe
  • Separates into three parts for easy cleaning

Where to buy it: Stuck On You


Country Road Elysia Lunch Pack, $59.95

Country Road Elysia Lunch Packs in pink and green.

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

Where to buy it: THE ICONIC, Country Road


OmieBox Hot/Cold Bento Lunch Box V2, $89.95

Omiebox hot and cold kids' lunch boxes in pink and blue styles.

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!

Pros:

  • Keeps food hot for up to 6 hours
  • Fabulous for ‘nude food’ lunches
  • Awesome carry handle for younger kids

Where to buy it: Biome, Woolworths


What to put in kids’ lunch boxes

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
  • Almond-meal slice with raspberries or blueberries – or both!
  • Vegetarian sausage rolls – these freeze well and make a great meat-free lunch when cold.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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

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  • 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

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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.

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  • 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

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  • Love our bento b.boxes. So easy to pack. I do however worry that they’re made of plastic, not metal….

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  • 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.

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  • 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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  • I absolutely love the bb box quite sturdy. It took many lunch box to find one that would last. Before this lunch box we had a stuck on you. I found the stuck on you lunch box didn’t last when the hinge’s snapped they wouldn’t get back to me (only had for a short time and my youngest couldn’t open it so it wasn’t dropped. Just opened it after the 8th time and snapped). The bb box has lasted the last year and a half and still going strong

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  • What a great help for busy Mommas like us. From the style to comfort and convenience, this article really put the best for our kids. Not to mention the added info about safety on what these lunchboxes were made of! I am also impressed about the organisation function of each, it seems small but woooh could put so much…thanks for sharing this article

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