A mother was left shocked and upset after her child’s daycare sent her toddler home with an unexpected note—criticizing the contents of the little girl’s lunchbox.

The lunch in question? A balanced, homemade meal with a sandwich, fruit, and a small treat.

But when the child returned home, the mom discovered a passive-aggressive note from the daycare staff tucked inside the lunchbox. It stated that the meal did not meet their “nutrition standards” and suggested the mother “review proper food choices” for children.

Outraged, the mother took to social media to share the note, defending her parenting and pointing out that the daycare had no issue giving children cookies during snack time. “How is that okay, but my daughter’s lunch isn’t?” she asked.

The post quickly went viral, sparking a heated debate among parents. Some sided with the daycare, citing the importance of promoting healthy eating. Others blasted the staff for shaming a parent and overstepping their role.

One commenter summed up the outrage: “Unless the lunch was harmful, no daycare has the right to judge a parent like this.”

For now, the mom says she’ll continue packing what she believes is best for her daughter — and she’s not afraid to stand up for other parents who feel judged.