“They shouldn’t be wider than a child’s back or hang below their waist,” Dauer says. If your child complains about their ...

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Backpacks are a perfect way to carry school supplies, but if they are worn incorrectly or stuffed to the brim, they can lead to discomfort and soreness for some students.

That’s just an easy eye test,” he said. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta suggests a full backpack should weigh no more than 15% of the child’s body weight.