Two-thirds of moms surveyed feel stress over finding snacks that are nutritious and delicious
Sep. 28, 2009 (PR Newswire) -- ORRVILLE, Ohio, Sept. 28 /PRNewswire/ -- It's time to give moms a well-deserved break from after school snack anxiety! A recent survey conducted by MomCentral.com on behalf of The J.M. Smucker Company found that 68% of moms feel stress or pressure when trying to prepare wholesome after school snacks for their children. And it's no wonder: moms identified nutritional balance as the most important consideration for snack purchases, yet 43% admit they usually serve cookies or chips as after school snacks and almost a third (32%) hit the drive-through 1-2 times a week. To help busy moms across the country provide their children with a classic and wholesome snack they trust, The J.M. Smucker Company is giving away 80,000 Smucker's® Uncrustables® Sandwiches, a portable and convenient snack solution with a baked homemade taste the whole family can enjoy.
During the school year moms have a full plate to juggle, from preparing three meals a day to shuttling kids to and from school and activities. Beginning today at www.uncrustables.com, parents can register to receive a coupon for one free box of Smucker's Uncrustables Sandwiches (4-pack; max value: $3.00) when they share one of their tried and true time-saving after school organization tips.
"Even with the incredible dash of after school activities, sports practices, lessons, playdates, volunteering, and work, moms value nutrition and their child's preferences when it comes to snacks," said founder and CEO of MomCentral.com and mother of two, Stacy DeBroff. "Innovative products such as Smucker's Uncrustables Sandwiches offer nutrition, great taste, and on-the-go convenience, so moms who feel pressured to come up with wholesome snacks can give a collective sigh of relief."
"We are excited to offer hard-working parents a chance to take a 'snack break' and offer their children a good-for-you after school snack with a great homemade taste," said Maribeth Badertscher, Director, Corporate Communications, The J.M. Smucker Company. "Our seven varieties of Smucker's Uncrustables Sandwiches are a convenient, satisfying snack solution for the entire family."
1,520 moms nationwide were surveyed in September 2009 through MomCentral.com, a national network of mom influencers, mom bloggers, and grassroots community organizers.