{"id":5269,"date":"2019-08-09T10:00:07","date_gmt":"2019-08-09T14:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=5269"},"modified":"2020-08-10T16:39:27","modified_gmt":"2020-08-10T20:39:27","slug":"how-to-keep-your-kids-healthy-all-year-long","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/how-to-keep-your-kids-healthy-all-year-long\/","title":{"rendered":"How to keep your kids healthy all year long"},"content":{"rendered":"

A normal start of the school year comes with new backpacks, new teachers\u2014and new germs. And this year brings a whole new meaning to that. Whether your child is in pre-K or 12th grade, during a typical school year, they are spending significant time around other kids, exposing them to more microorganisms then they\u2019re used to. <\/span>In light of COVID-19<\/span><\/a>, many school districts are turning to online learning or opening with precautionary measures. Whether your child is going back to the classroom or staying home, there are healthy habits for kids you can teach them to strengthen your child\u2019s immune system.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

1. <\/span>Reset their sleep schedule\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

The summer months are full of camps, sleepovers, and vacations\u2026 and the late nights that come along with those. It is perfectly normal for children to have a later bedtime during school break\u2014even if your family is social distancing. However, it is important that their bodies have time to readjust to their <\/span>new sleep schedule<\/span><\/a> ahead of going back to school.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Erin McCann, MD, a Chicago-based <\/span>pediatrician<\/span><\/a>, recommends parents slowly readjust their child\u2019s bedtime by about 15 minutes every few days in the weeks leading up to school. Doing so allows their body to readjust and ensures they will be well rested for the school year. Once school starts, you\u2019ll want to help your children maintain a consistent sleep schedule, which means approximately the same bedtime seven nights a week. Also, it is important that children and adolescents receive quality sleep, which means no electronics (television, laptop, gaming device, tablet, or phone) in the bedroom after bedtime.<\/span><\/p>\n

2. <\/span>Teach hand hygiene<\/span><\/h2>\n

You\u2019ve probably already educated your kids on the importance of handwashing throughout the pandemic, but it\u2019s important to remind them of the extra need for cleanliness before returning schools\u2014and not just after the bathroom. Kids should be washing up after the bathroom, before eating, after sneezing or coughing into their hands (<\/span>which they shouldn\u2019t be doing anyway!<\/span><\/a>), or if they\u2019ve put their hands in their mouth or nose.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. McCann stresses the importance of diligent handwashing for first-time students since they are around new kids and new germs. The <\/span>Centers for Disease Control<\/span><\/a> recommends washing with soap and water for 20 seconds. A great trick for young children is to have them sing the ABCs to know when they\u2019ve washed long enough.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Make sure your children know how to properly use hand sanitizer when handwashing isn\u2019t possible. They need to know not to ingest it or touch their eyes with it. Additionally, make sure you\u2019re sending them to school with safe products. Read about recent hand sanitizer recalls here.<\/span><\/p>\n

3. <\/span>Promote healthy eating<\/span><\/h2>\n

For many young students, they equate a new school year with a new lunchbox. (And getting one for kiddos who are doing online learning may help ease the frustration of not getting to see friends for a \u201cnormal\u201d school year.) Make sure you\u2019re filling it with healthy food options. The <\/span>Mayo Clinic<\/span><\/a> recommends that parents strive to give their kids a balanced diet of protein, fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy. Additionally, you should limit trans fats and foods with added sugar.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cDuring the school year, food is fuel, so talk to them about making sure they are eating throughout the day, and getting breakfast before they go to school,\u201d Dr. McCann advises.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Eating breakfast has benefits for people of all ages, especially young children. Not only can eating breakfast help retain a lower BMI, but it can also help <\/span>increase memory and attention.<\/span><\/a> Your children may qualify for an <\/span>assisted school lunch program<\/span><\/a> which provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or no-cost lunches to children each school day even if they are remote learning .<\/span><\/p>\n

4. <\/span>Encourage them to speak up<\/span><\/h2>\n

Despite your best efforts to keep your kids germ-free, the reality is they will get sick at some point. \u201cA healthy immune system for a kid could [still result in] 5-6 colds a year,\u201d Dr. McCann says. \u201cParents get anxious about kids getting cold viruses, [but] it\u2019s normal for them to get colds when they are young and first starting school.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Teach your children that if they\u2019re not feeling well at school, they should speak up. If your child is sick, he or she should stay home to prevent spreading germs. Seek help from a pediatrician if they exhibit signs of <\/span>COVID-19<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

5. <\/span>Anticipate anxiety<\/span><\/h2>\n

Another important aspect to back-to-school health is a child\u2019s mental health, and that\u2019s more true this year than ever. Going to school for a new year or for the first time can be scary and overwhelming. Going to school\u2014or having to stay home\u2014during a pandemic only adds to that stress. Parents can help their kids by preparing for that <\/span>anxiety<\/span><\/a> and offering a shoulder to lean on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Prepare them by explaining what they can expect and what changes will come with going to school. If possible, walk them through the school and their classroom ahead of time. Dr. McCann recommends finding picture books that discuss feelings and starting school to help them prepare and understand.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Parents and caregivers should be careful not to project their own anxiety onto children as they tend to take their cues from adults. Avoid lengthy goodbyes and try to project the natural expectation that they will do well. Overhelping can be counterproductive and actually promote anxiety.<\/span> Acknowledge that you understand your child’s concerns, but insist on them attending school and stick to routines as this helps reduce anxiety.<\/span><\/p>\n

No matter what the new school year may bring for your children, make sure they know you are there to support them and to be a resource. It is also important for parents to know that they have resources as well. Whether you are concerned about your child\u2019s mental health or physical health, know that having an open and honest conversation with their pediatrician (or the school nurse) can benefit both you and them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The bottom line<\/span><\/h2>\n

School is an exciting and important part of children\u2019s lives. It gives them routine, a sense of purpose, knowledge,skills, and peer socialization. With encouragement and parental guidance, children will look forward to attending school, will stay safe and healthy, and thrive!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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