5 Simple Ways to Check In on Your Child’s Wellness This July

July gives us a natural pause. School may be out, routines might shift, and the pace of life softens (at least a little). It’s the perfect time to check in - not on grades or growth charts, but on your child’s whole wellness.

Because wellness for kids isn’t just about eating vegetables or getting exercise. It’s about feeling safe, seen, rested, and supported, day by day. Here’s a simple, non-overwhelming guide to checking in on your child’s wellness as we move through the middle of the year.

1. Emotional Wellness: How Are They Feeling?
Wellness starts with emotional safety. Ask:

• Have they had space to talk about their feelings lately?
• Are they showing signs of stress (clinging, tantrums, withdrawal)?
• Do they have calm, screen-free moments to decompress?
  

You don’t need all the answers, just open the door. Try a check-in question like: “What’s been feeling really good (or not-so-good) lately?” And listen without jumping in to fix.

2. Physical Wellness: What’s Their Body Saying?
Wellness in kids often shows up in the body first.
Look gently at:

• Are they getting enough sleep?
• Are they eating in a way that gives them energy (not battles)?
• Are they getting movement each day — through play, not pressure?
  

Digestive discomfort is also a common signal, especially when routines change or travel’s involved. If your little one is fussy, gassy, or seems unsettled, DrKids Tummy Calm can help support happy tummies and smoother days. This gentle, trusted formula is a go-to for many parents, especially during summer getaways.

3. Social Wellness: Are They Feeling Connected?
Connection is essential for growing brains and hearts. Check in on:

• Have they had regular chances to play or interact with peers?
• Are they feeling left out or overly stimulated in group settings?
• Are you getting time together that feels like fun, not just logistics?
  

Kids feel their best when they feel part of something... even if that something is just a cozy couch moment with you.

4. Routine Wellness: Is Life Feeling Predictable Enough?
Children thrive with rhythm, especially when summer makes things looser.
Ask yourself:

• Do they know what to expect most days?
• Are there calming anchors (like bedtime rituals or shared meals)?
• Could we simplify something that’s causing daily friction?
  

Even small tweaks to routine can reduce stress for both of you.

5. Parent Wellness = Child Wellness
This part’s important. Your energy sets the tone more than you realize.

• Are you getting what you need to feel resourced?
• Are you running on empty or finding small moments to refill?
• Could one thing shift this summer to make space for your own calm?
  

You don’t need to be perfect, you just need to be present. That’s what helps your child feel safe.

Try This: The DrKids Wellness Snapshot
Once a week, take a quick pause and jot down:

• One thing your child’s body seems to need more of (rest, movement, calm food)
• One emotion they’ve expressed (or seemed to hold in)
• One small change you can make to support their sense of ease

This July, wellness doesn’t have to mean more doing. It can be a return to what matters: safety, rhythm, connection, care. The simple things that grow strong, resilient kids from the inside out.