This post is sponsored by Carnation Breakfast Essentials®. All comments and opinions are my own.

I have one kiddo back in school and the other starts in a few days. Summer is over and it’s time to go from a relaxed schedule to one that’s much more structured.

This year my boys are still at different schools…BUT at least they are not in opposite directions. There is a 30 minute difference in their start times…so I will drop Jeb at school at 8am and then go a few miles up the road and Jake will be there is plenty of time for his 8:40 start. I anticipate that our weekday mornings *should* be a bit easier than previous years.

Of course, what I expect to happen and what will actually happen are two different things! I know from many years of experience to expect a few kinks to occur a couple of times each week. Snooze buttons get hit a few too many times, a dog has an accident, a kid forgets an assignment that is due that day, a friend needs a ride…the list goes on and on!

So, I try to be prepared for those unexpected events and keep a nice selection of easy breakfast options on hand for the days when things get hectic.

A variety of Carnation Breakfast Essentials® products are a must-have in my world. I consider them part of our back-to-school shopping list. We all love the taste and prep is fast and easy.

Simply add milk for a complete and balanced nutritional drink that’s perfect to enjoy at home or on-the-go!  Yep, sometimes breakfast has to take place on the way to school. It’s not my preferred place to eat, but it happens from time to time so having a tasty option help me keep my sanity.

Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Drink Mix, 10 pk, $5.49 +
–$3/2 Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Items Publix Coupon Smart Savings Booklet or blinkie (valid 8/17 – 9/14)
–$1/1 Carnation Breakfast Essentials® printable (top left of site)
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As low as $2.99 after coupons…or 30¢ per serving!

Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Ready to Drink, 6 pk, $6.99
–$3/2 Carnation Breakfast Essentials® Items Publix Coupon Smart Savings Booklet or blinkie (valid 8/17 – 9/14)
–$1/1 Carnation Breakfast Essentials printable (top left of site)
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As low as $3.99 per pack after coupons.

Along with great taste, you also get an easy way to jump start your day with good nutrition. Mixed with 1 cup of skim milk, each serving provides 13 grams of protein to help build and maintain muscle and 25% or more of the daily value for 21 essential vitamins and minerals, including calcium and vitamin D to help build strong bones.

And, when you are pressed for time, there is even a ready to drink option that you simply grab and go. I am a fan of the chocolate and keep them in the fridge for a meal that I can grab on my way out the door.

Carnation Breakfast Essentials® offers you a delicious way to provide your family the taste they love with the nutrition that they need. And since Carnation Breakfast Essentials® is ready in seconds, it’s perfect for those hectic days when things don’t go quite as planned.