The first day of school always sneaks up. A little planning now pays off all year.
Build better meals
- Breakfast: protein plus fiber — eggs and toast, yogurt and fruit, or oatmeal with peanut butter.
- Lunch: let kids help pack it; they're more likely to eat what they chose.
- Dinner: aim for half the plate as fruits and vegetables.
- Snacks: keep treats as treats, and stock easy grab-and-go options.
Keep water close
A refillable bottle in every backpack helps with focus and energy — especially during hot early-season practices.
Stop germs before they spread
Practice 20-second handwashing at home, teach kids to cough into an elbow, and keep them home when they have a fever.
Schedule checkups early
Sports physicals, well-child visits and vaccines fill up fast in August. Book with the SRMC Physicians Clinic now, and remember the Walk-In Clinic for the sniffles that inevitably follow.
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