As a busy mum, the hectic back-to-school season can be quite overwhelming. But after a wonderful summer of spontaneous dinners and endless adventures, it’s time to get my family back into a routine.

One of the biggest challenges I faced was getting our dinner times back on track. During the summer, our dinner schedule was all over the place. Some nights we’d eat as late as 8 or 9 pm, and on the days we went hiking, the kids were more than happy with s’mores for dinner!

Everyone I spoke with urged me to try HelloFresh, but I was unsure that a meal kit service could be the answer. Could it be as easy and effective as they claim? I decided to find out. I opted for the Family Plan for four people, four meals a week.

The process is straightforward. I was thrilled to see that HelloFresh has 100+ recipes every month, so there will always be something delicious to sample. I selected our meals from a weekly changing menu, and everything was delivered right to my doorstep. Pre-measured ingredients and the colorful recipe cards are so user-friendly, making dinner preparation a breeze.

Our first meal, the Sausage Meatball Spag with Tomato Sauce, was a huge hit with the kids. As the week went on, we tried new and exciting dishes like Pesto-Baked Salmon with Herby Couscous and Garlicky Veggies — only takes 20 minutes to prepare so it’s now a family favorite. Our Friday night special, Teriyaki Chicken with Green Onion Rice and Veggies, was a bit more time-consuming to prep but absolutely worth it.

HelloFreshis a complete a game-changer. The kids now know exactly when dinner will be ready, and it’s always something delicious and balanced. It’s convenient, easy, and has added variety to our meals. Plus, it’s far cheaper than the takeout we gorged ourselves on all summer long!

The kids love HelloFresh because it’s committed to sustainability and minimizing their carbon footprint. Although we have the option to skip, pause, or opt out of our flexible subscription, I can’t see us stopping anytime soon.

One crucial thing I’ve incorporated this school year is me-time. After long days at my job, then cooking, and helping with homework, I realized I needed a break too. Thanks to the time saved by using HelloFresh, I manage to fit in some relaxation time in the evenings after dinner.

Bonus: HelloFresh offers an amazing perk if you sign up now: 55% off your first box + free breakfast extras in every box for life!* This little bonus makes each meal kit delivery even more exciting and so valuable.

Although the summer was really fun, the last few weeks have been super productive. HelloFresh makes dinnertime stress-free, provides us with healthy, balanced meals, and frees up time so I get a chance to unwind.

It’s such a fantastic addition to our routine, so I highly recommend that you give HelloFresh a try.

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