Parents of the year: Mums and dads are leaving heartwarming notes in their children's lunchboxes to help them ease into the new school year

  • A number of adults are leaving sweet handwritten notes in their kids lunchbox
  • They range from inspirational quotes to little nuggets of wisdom with photos
  • It's a little added touch that helps anxious kids feel loved on their first few days

Doting parents are leaving heartwarming notes in their children's lunchboxes to give them an added boost of confidence during the school day.

A single dad in New Zealand was praised for writing 'Hi darling have a good day at school' on a piece of paper and putting it next to his daughter's packet of chips.

But a collection of Australian mothers are doing the same and including photos of the family and fun facts about animals.

One woman even included a list of what her son should aim to eat at recess and lunch, something he told her he thoroughly appreciated. 

Here, FEMAIL looks at the sweetest notes left in children's lunchboxes so far. 

A single dad in New Zealand was praised for writing 'Hi darling have a good day at school' on a piece of paper and putting it next to his daughter's packet of chips

A single dad in New Zealand was praised for writing 'Hi darling have a good day at school' on a piece of paper and putting it next to his daughter's packet of chips

Not bad for a children's snack! And the inspirational quote is rather sweet too

Not bad for a children's snack! And the inspirational quote is rather sweet too

 So excited my little man starts 3 year old kinder tomorrow!! It only goes for 3 hours one day a week but this is such an exciting big step for us! I thought I would add the little note and a photo of him, myself and his brother just in case he misses us

 So excited my little man starts 3 year old kinder tomorrow!! It only goes for 3 hours one day a week but this is such an exciting big step for us! I thought I would add the little note and a photo of him, myself and his brother just in case he misses us

Today's lunch should put big smiles on their faces! Child one has donut inspired fairy bread - crackers - rice balls - cheese & bacon roll & some fruit

Today's lunch should put big smiles on their faces! Child one has donut inspired fairy bread - crackers - rice balls - cheese & bacon roll & some fruit

Kelsie's mother said she could hardly read yet at the age of four, but would appreciate this little show of love

Kelsie's mother said she could hardly read yet at the age of four, but would appreciate this little show of love

Scotch finger biscuits, bread sticks and chicken with a side of OMG Facts

Scotch finger biscuits, bread sticks and chicken with a side of OMG Facts

Jokes were also a popular addition to the lunchbox snacks, with this container featuring wafers, a muffin, mandarin, pancakes and cucumber

Jokes were also a popular addition to the lunchbox snacks, with this container featuring wafers, a muffin, mandarin, pancakes and cucumber

Delicious sandwiches, grapes, milk, a banana and cake await this lucky child

Delicious sandwiches, grapes, milk, a banana and cake await this lucky child

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Parents share some of the heartfelt notes they leave in their children's lunchbox

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