A new school year means change. Some kids take that head on, others need a little more encouragement. We are facing a BIG change this year. My Princess, my first born, is going to Middle School. *Stops to sob in the corner* She is starting the year off in a new school, with kids she doesn’t know, and the dreaded changing for gym thing is happening. Although my son isn’t changing schools, he is moving on to second grade with a new teacher. He isn’t always the most eager when it comes to change. So what can we do as parents to help them feel comfortable with all changes a new school year can bring?
Thank you to Hanes for sponsoring this post.
Whether they are facing a new school or just a new classroom, these 5 tips will help them keep calm, comfortable, cool, and ready to tackle the new school year.
5 Tips for First Day of School Comfort
1. Visit the School/Open House
If your child is attending a new school, check to see if that school has summer hours. It is a great time to get them in the door and begin acclimating to their new surroundings without a million kids in the way. Also check for an Open House or Meet the Teacher event. My kids love seeing their new classroom, desk, and meeting who is in charge of them during the year.
On the first day of school, they will look like pros who don’t need their mom and just walk away leaving her to trail behind… I mean, look how confident they are!
2. Find Your Path
Car riders, walkers, and bus riders all need to know when they need to get out the door. If your child walks or rides a bike, take them on the path so they are familiar with how to get to school. Bus riders should know where to stand and what time is the latest they can run out the door and still make it on time. I was guilty of pushing that limit a few times!
3. Clothing Essentials
Daughter’s picks:
Hanes Ultimate TAGLESS® Cotton Stretch Girls’ Hipsters
Hanes ComfortBlend® EZ Sort® Girls’ Ankle Socks
Hanes Girls’ Tights
Hanes Premium ComfortBlend® Girls’ TAGLESS® Camis
Son’s picks:
Hanes Ultimate X-Temp™ Boys’ Boxer Briefs with Comfort Flex Waistband
Hanes ComfortBlend® Boys’ Ankle Socks with FreshIQ™
Mom’s thoughts:
Hanes.com has all the back-to-school basics my kids need and for really great prices. I can also snag essentials for my husband and I, one-stop shop? Yes please. Why are we so #HappyinHanes? Hanes products are comfortable, durable, and made with your needs in mind.
EZ Sort® socks might be her pick because she likes the feel and colors, but I like the not hunting for matches thing. With the perfect for layering, ComfortBlend® Girls’ TAGLESS® Camis, she doesn’t feel weird about having to change in front of the other girls during gym class. The X-Temp™ technology keeps them cool from the classroom to the playground. And FreshIQ™ advanced odor protection technology, saves my nose when my son takes off his shoes!
4. Talk it Out
Before the chaos begins, set aside some time and snuggle up on the couch or grab lunch one-on-one. Talk with your children about how they feel going into the new year. Talking about their concerns and hearing encouragement or even an embarrassing story or two, will help them feel confident walking back into school.
5. Enter this Giveaway
I’m partnering with Hanes to give one lucky reader an mazing Back to School Comfort Kit! The winner will receive:
$50 Hanes Visa Gift Card
3 Back-to-School styles from Hanes (based on age and gender of winner)
Styles will include selections with Hanes X-Temp™ and FreshIQ™ technologies to keep kids cool and fresh all day!
This post is sponsored by Hanes. All opinions about boys’ smelly feet are my own.
Sheila
August 10, 2017 at 12:31 pmIt’s been years since my son was in school, but I feel kids need to be comfortable in their clothing. Nothing worse than clothing that tugs, pinches, pulls, or just doesn’t fit right.
Sharing your post on my work at home mom FB page 🙂
Dawn Nieves
August 10, 2017 at 12:40 pmWe love Hanes products. Their socks and clothes are so comfy!
Jessica Marinaccio
August 10, 2017 at 12:45 pmSocks I love the socks – they can stand up to my girls
shelly peterson
August 10, 2017 at 3:23 pmI love the Hanes socks.
corinne & kirsty
August 10, 2017 at 3:49 pmI guess seeing the school beforehand can help lower the stress. I never was stressed as a kid nor apprehensive. Back to school was always so exciting. I shall remember these tips for when I am a mom
Jessica To
August 10, 2017 at 3:53 pmMy son likes Hanes socks. I like the plain tees because they’re so thick.
Tina
August 10, 2017 at 4:23 pmBack to school so soon! Ugh, where did the summer go? Great tips to help ease some of the first-day jitters. I am with you on the not having to match socks thing! Such a pain! lol
Keri justice
August 10, 2017 at 5:16 pmI love Hanes tagless tees for my son and husband. I also love their socks.
mami2jcn
August 10, 2017 at 5:51 pmI like their undershirts for my sons.
Jasmine
August 10, 2017 at 7:09 pmHanes has been a must have for back to school for many years for us! We buy tons of tees and socks. Open house is pretty crucial at this age and I try to make sure they go and meet up with friends.
Ashley S
August 10, 2017 at 7:36 pmHanes’ undies have been in our family for years!!
Steve Weber
August 10, 2017 at 7:53 pmI like the tagless t-shirts the most.
Cheryl B
August 10, 2017 at 8:37 pmI like their socks and tee shirts.
Scott
August 10, 2017 at 9:13 pmI think my kids look forward to this time of year because they know we’ll buy them new clothes. Plus our state has a tax-free weekend that we take advantage of!
Latanya
August 10, 2017 at 9:25 pmI like their panties
reesa
August 10, 2017 at 9:44 pmMy husband loves their white t’s, I love the socks! I hope the kids have a great first day of school!
Tami Vollenweider
August 10, 2017 at 9:59 pmI love the Crew Socks for my Husband to wear!
Heather Johnson
August 10, 2017 at 10:40 pmComfortable clothing is a must for my family every day of the year. We homeschool, but we have been shopping back to school sales recently!
Claudia Krusch
August 10, 2017 at 11:24 pmHanes is a favorite in our house. It is so important to make sure our kids are comfortable for school. I always get my Son to break in his shoes before the first day.
Kimberly G
August 11, 2017 at 5:45 amI like their socks
David Elliott
August 11, 2017 at 5:57 amI have always liked Hanes products and they have been sturdy and good for my daughter and I. It feel impossible that my daughter is almost into switching over to middle school. She does that next year. But my neice who is my daughters age is going to middle school because it’s different in her district. Seems impossible but it’s true.
Janet W.
August 11, 2017 at 6:24 amOur favorite Hanes product is their crew neck undershirts.
Lisa Brown
August 11, 2017 at 7:20 amI like their socks, have tons of them 🙂
Julie Wood
August 11, 2017 at 8:20 amMy favorite Hanes product is the Women’s super soft and comfortable brief panties.
Natalie
August 11, 2017 at 8:48 amI love Hanes no show socks and their bras!
Jessica Taylor
August 11, 2017 at 10:28 amThis is my daughter’s first year of school, and I think I am more nervous than she is! These are great tips to help me out since I am so new at this!
Diana Thompson
August 11, 2017 at 11:46 amI love Hanes pantyhose.
Wanderlust Vegans
August 11, 2017 at 2:53 pmI don’t ever remember going to school uncomfortable? I was always really excited to see my friends. AND I CAN’T BELIEVE KIDS ARE ALREADY GOING BACK, THEY JUST GOT OUT! Although I read a study that kids having the summer off make them less motivated and that they should be in school all year with shorter work days.
Rosie
August 11, 2017 at 3:11 pmI love their hi-cut cotton panties, so comfortable and cute, too.
carol clark
August 11, 2017 at 3:31 pmhanes withe socks
Leidy Ruiz
August 11, 2017 at 6:54 pmMy favorite Hanes product is the undies, soft, comfortable and affordable. Thanks for the chance to win!
James Robert
August 11, 2017 at 8:25 pmI like and have so many, t-shirts, underwear, socks and more. Not sure what would be my favorite.
HS
August 11, 2017 at 10:05 pmI love Hanes undershirts.
Dana Rodriguez
August 11, 2017 at 11:05 pmI really love their underwear. Their products are so comfortable!
Laurajj
August 12, 2017 at 2:06 amOh we love their tshirts! Oh they are so soft!
Bridgett Wilbur
August 12, 2017 at 10:08 amMy husband just loves there socks.
Elena
August 12, 2017 at 11:47 amI like Hanes t-shirts for women
Edye
August 12, 2017 at 11:54 amI like their underwear!
Lori Jackson
August 12, 2017 at 11:54 amMy Mom bought the whole family Hanes, so from their underwear and socks plus those hanes Tshirts are so comfortable!!
Alba Garza
August 12, 2017 at 12:38 pmTaglrss shirts ate our favorites
Adaleta
August 12, 2017 at 3:46 pmHow awesome is this, the first day of school can always be a little scary
Alicia Taylor
August 12, 2017 at 5:55 pmI love Hane’s socks, too! They are breathable and easy to work out in. I love your daughter’s cami, though
Birdie Skolfield
August 12, 2017 at 7:53 pmi love the Hanes Sport Boys’ Performance Tech Mesh Pieced Tee
Ellie Wright
August 13, 2017 at 2:34 amMy favorite Hanes products are boxer shorts for my boys.
Margaret S Porter
August 13, 2017 at 6:36 amI only buy Hanes. Love the panties for our family and the boxers for the guys
Kelly D
August 13, 2017 at 11:05 amI like Hanes t-shirts.
Janice Cooper
August 13, 2017 at 11:22 amI love their t-shirts and underwear
Peggy Damon
August 13, 2017 at 12:05 pmMy favorite hanes product would have to be the t-shirts. They are durable and still look like new after each wash
Elle
August 13, 2017 at 2:23 pmI like Hanes cotton t shirt bras.
Lauren
August 13, 2017 at 3:00 pmI like the t-shirts.
Melissa Storms
August 13, 2017 at 9:54 pmMy son really likes their mens ankle socks and my husband likes the crew neck tees. I have a couple pairs of sweats that are higher cotton content and I really love them because they don’t pill.
Kathy
August 14, 2017 at 9:22 amWe love Hanes socks here!
Stephanie Phelps
August 14, 2017 at 11:34 amI love the Hanes Women’s Nano-T® V-Neck T-Shirt.
Ashley C
August 14, 2017 at 1:12 pmI love Hanes Socks and underwear. But, I’ve purchased all sorts of Hanes products throughout the years and have always been impressed with them.
fashionmommy
August 14, 2017 at 6:09 pmThe first day back to school can still be daunting, so any tips that make the day go easier are always accepted. Labeling clothes and belongings are a good idea.
Thuy Vy Vu
August 15, 2017 at 1:49 amI love their white shirts. They are so soft.
Sharon Rooney
August 15, 2017 at 7:05 amThe Hanes ComfortSoft TAGLESS Men’s White V-Neck Undershirt is my favorite Hanes product. Mu husband just loves them and they are reasonably priced and are very durable.
Brenda Haines
August 15, 2017 at 11:04 amI love their socks. SO comfy!
rain
August 15, 2017 at 12:00 pmgreat tips. Going to the open house is definitely very important. I know so many parents that don’t and then feel lost and don’t know why. it will make the start of the year so much easier for your child especially when you make an introduction to their new teacher before the school year starts.
Emily Smith
August 15, 2017 at 2:04 pmMy favorite Hanes’ products are socks and underwear for my boys.
Tabathia B
August 15, 2017 at 10:33 pmI like the girls printed hanes underwear
Dandi D
August 15, 2017 at 10:53 pmMy husband and my son both really like the Hanes socks.
Christina A.
August 16, 2017 at 4:21 amI love Hanes socks–really comfortable on the go!
Kenia
August 16, 2017 at 6:18 amMy twins like Hans socks and undies!
livivua chandler
August 16, 2017 at 10:12 amI like their sleeveless shirts
Breanna Pollard
August 16, 2017 at 2:32 pmTHEIR WHITE SHIRTS ARE THE BEST AND SO COMFORTABLE.
Susan Smith
August 16, 2017 at 2:53 pmI like the tagless t-shirts the most.
heather
August 16, 2017 at 4:02 pmMy favorite Hanes product is their underwear.
Chrissy
August 16, 2017 at 5:13 pmMy favorite Hanes product are their socks and my husband loves their tagless tees! We love Hanes in this family!
Jeanna
August 17, 2017 at 11:24 amOur favorite Hanes products are the boys plain, white undershirts.
Sarah Mayer
August 17, 2017 at 1:25 pmI love the Hanes sweatpants – super comfy.
Breanna Pollard
August 17, 2017 at 1:31 pmI LOVE THEIR SWEATPANTS AND SHIRTS.
Betsy Barnes
August 17, 2017 at 5:49 pmMy favorite Hanes product is their socks.
Jennifer Marie
August 17, 2017 at 9:44 pmI love their t shirts most!
Casey Mclendon
August 17, 2017 at 10:09 pmOhhh it’d be hard to pick just one. We buy hanes socks, undies, shirts, thermals! We love all the hanes products!
Barbara Montag
August 17, 2017 at 10:29 pmMy favorite Hanes product is the Boy Shorts for Women – talk about comfort and fit!
thank you
Maria Beas
August 17, 2017 at 10:53 pmMy favorite Hanes product is the socks. Thanks for the chance to win such an amazing giveaway.