Bag Essentials for the Mom on the Go

This post is sponsored by Jack Link’s, but all opinions are my own.

With back to school in full gear, we’re just now adjusting to our newer busier schedule, which can also mean quick snacks for a pick me up.

There are a few items that I always keep on hand on school days.

Let’s be honest, between school drop-offs and pick-ups, after-school programs and the day to day errands we need to run, days are sometimes difficult to navigate.

So I’m sharing what I always have on me to keep me going strong throughout the day without crashing.

Item 1 – Water Bottle

I always carry water in my purse, I keep a full bottle of water with me and refill as needed throughout the day!

Hydrating keeps my brain sharp and able to distinguish between thirst and hunger cues.

Item 2 – My To-do List

Keeping a physical list of to-dos, instead of on my phone, is how I remember the things I need to get done. It’s incredibly satisfying to mark those off as completed.

I usually write my to-dos the night before, but if for some reason I can’t get to them, they’re always done when I sit down for breakfast. I can plan out my day as I’m sipping on my morning coffee.

Item 3 – Protein

Beef sticks and cheese packs are such an easy and delicious item to grab and just stick in your purse. My favorite are the Jack Link’s Cold Crafted Refrigerated Smoked Beef Sticks & Cheese! They are so yummy!

Hunger tends to strike around pick-up and as I head out the door I throw one in my purse to munch on while I wait in the car-line.

Nobody wants grumpy mom around at pick-up.

Jack Link’s Cold Crafted Refrigerated Smoked Beef Sticks & Cheese also makes a perfect snack option for your kiddo’s school lunches – available with cheddar cheese or pepper jack (I personally enjoy a little kick, so pepper jack would be my go to) but I think most kids would gravitate towards the cheddar combo.

These are basic items I choose to have on me to facilitate my day to day activities without dropping the ball or having to go hungry.

It’s been very helpful to me as a new kindergarten mom.

Next time you’re shopping at your local Walmart, grab a few packages of Jack Link’s Cold Crafted Refrigerated Smoked Beef Sticks & Cheese to keep you and your family energized throughout the day.