It’s “Back to School” time!
If you have kids who are heading back to school, here’s some tips to keep them healthy, happy, and thriving this school year:
1. Set a routine. This is important when it comes to getting enough sleep. Kids tend to stay up later in summer, so adjusting to a new sleep schedule when school starts can be hard at first, but extremely important.
2. Get a checkup. It’s time for your kid’s annual physical. And it’s important to make sure the school has any/all medications they might need on hand. (And don’t forget emergency contacts!)
3. Make healthy lunches. And remember to pack a drink like water, since hydration is important!
4. Encourage physical activity. Devices like laptops, tablets, and cell phones are a big part of the day for all of us, even your kids at school. Make sure your child gets enough physical activity as well throughout the day. Signing up for a sports team is an option.
Hope you and your kids have a wonderful school year! CLICK HERE/HEALTHYCHILDREN.ORG to read more!
