Practical advice for local families to ease the transition back into the school year.
Articles cover adjusting sleep routines before the first day, health and wellness checklists, back-to-school logistics (schedules, supplies, paperwork), and getting ready for sports and extracurricular activities.
Most pediatric guidance recommends starting sleep and wake-time adjustments about one to two weeks before the first day of school, shifting bedtime earlier in small increments so the transition is gradual rather than sudden.
No. The tips and advice articles are organized by category rather than age, so families with children from early childhood through high school can find relevant guidance.