As "Back To School" sales take off, parents may want to consider upgrading their child's backpack and making sure its being worn correctly. As children are carrying heavy books and supplies around the ...

It’s the first day of school for many kids in KELOLAND, and that means they’ll be carrying around a lot of books. So how full should a student’s backpack be before it’s considered too heavy? When ...

Did you know that 55 percent of students are wearing backpacks that are too heavy for their body? Bryan Health has important advice on taking the load off your kids and making sure they are wearing ...

A backpack-style child carrier is a great way to introduce your kids to the outdoors. And you won't hurt your back in the process, because the newest models are comfortable for both you and your ...

As "Back To School" sales take off, parents may want to consider upgrading their child's backpack and making sure its being worn correctly. As children are carrying heavy books and supplies around the ...

Is your kid’s backpack too heavy? Florida pediatrician Gabriella Dauer is sounding the alarm on how kids who carry “large, heavy backpacks” can develop pain and injuries. Dauer’s solution comes in ...

Dauer points out that “significant back pain that’s continuous” is not necessarily the result of heavy backpacks, and is something to consult a healthcare provider about. “You tell your kid to put ...