Back-to-School = Back-to-Sick? 🤒 Here's Why Kids Catch Everything!

Why Your Kid’s Sniffles Show Up Right After School Starts

It’s like clockwork—school starts, and suddenly your kid’s nose is running, their tummy hurts, and you’re Googling “pink eye symptoms” at 2 a.m. 😩

Here’s the deal: when kids head back to school, they’re basically walking into a germ party. Classrooms are packed, toys get passed around like candy, and let’s be honest—handwashing isn’t exactly a top priority for a 6-year-old.

Plus, their immune systems are still learning the ropes. So when they meet new germs, their bodies are like, “Uhh… what is this?” and boom—hello, sick days.

The usual suspects? Colds, stomach bugs, pink eye, and strep throat. But don’t panic—there are ways to fight back:

• Teach handwashing like it’s a superpower
• Make sure they’re sleeping enough (yes, even if they fight bedtime)
• Load up on fruits, veggies, and water
• Keep them home when they’re sick (we know, easier said than done)
• Stay on top of vaccinations

So a little extra care goes a long way.

Bottom line: You can’t bubble-wrap your kid, but you can help them dodge the worst of the back-to-school bug blitz.

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