Is your child’s backpack too heavy? How to tell

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 “backpack rules,” which she shares in a TikTok video .

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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.

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Large heavy backpacks can cause significant pain and muscle strains for your little ones. Watch the video for my rules on burning and using a backpack! 🎒 ♬ original sound - oncallpeds

But she suggests several tips and tricks for helping kids stay safe and healthy.

“You tell your kid to