August 2026 Newsletter: Back-to-school, Healthy sleep routines, Checkups & Immunizations, Welcome Dr. Emily Alvale!
- Main Street Family Med
- 17 hours ago
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August at Main Street Family Medicine: Back-to-School Wellness
As summer comes to a close, we're here to help your family prepare for a healthy and successful school year. August is the perfect time to establish routines that support your child's physical and emotional well-being before the first day of school.
One of the most important back-to-school habits is getting enough sleep. Start adjusting bedtime routines a week or two before school begins and keep a consistent schedule each night. Quality sleep helps children stay healthy, improve focus, and perform their best in the classroom. Creating a calming bedtime routine and limiting screen time before bed can make the transition much easier.
Before heading back to school, be sure your child is up to date on their annual well-child checkup and immunizations. These visits allow us to complete sports physicals, update medications, answer any health questions, and help protect your child and classmates from preventable illnesses. If your child is due for a checkup, we'd love to help you get ready for the new school year.
We're also excited to welcome Dr. Emily Alvale to the Main Street Family Medicine team! Dr. Alvale brings extensive training in family medicine and obstetrics, along with a passion for caring for patients of all ages. She looks forward to building lasting relationships with families and providing compassionate, personalized care for our community.
Thank you for trusting Main Street Family Medicine with your family's healthcare. We hope you enjoy the rest of your summer, and we wish all of our students, parents, and teachers a healthy, safe, and successful school year!