Back to School #Giveaway: Get the right pack for your childs back!

Monday, August 20, 2012

The new dudley® backpack is lightweight and durable and the back padding is brilliant!  Where was this backpack when I was a kid?!  With heavy binders..my back took a beating.



This bag is loaded with features, including: padded laptop pocket(which to be honest, I've been using this for me and our iPad, earbud hole access, several interior pockets, hidden compartments for your valuables, adjustable shoulder straps and padded back for comfort. Available in 5 colours!
Blue, Pink, Yellow, Grey and Black
 

Dudley also has some tips on how to choose the right back pack:

Choose the right design:
  • Look for a back pack with wide, padded shoulder straps that are adjustable for comfort and even weight distribution.
  • Durable bags with a hard bottom that will stand up to the wear and tear
  • Separate compartments for organization that help even and distribute weight
  • Features like the earbud compartment to avoid loss and theft
Watch the weight:
  • Avoid overloading the bag-A heavy backpack can strain muscles and ligaments, leading to back and neck pain.
  • A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight
  • The straps should be worn on both shoulders for proper weight distribution
  • Load heaviest items first, placing them closets to the lower back and evenly distributed from left to right.
Where to buy:

Dudley backpacks can be exclusively found at Staples Canada and retail at $49.99 and you can enter to win one on Everything Mom and Baby!  Now I know this is back to school but if you're a mom, this is also a backpack perfect for you!  I can carry my Toddler Carrier, wallet, food, water and everything I need to make going out and chasing my preschooler a lot easier!
Open to Canadians Only
Ends August.27/12
Good Luck!



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56 comments:

Boo said...

Avoid overloading the bag-A heavy backpack can strain

Christine Culley said...

Love these backpacks! They are awesome for the little developing backs that carry heavy loads.

kgmama said...

Bags with a hard bottom is a good idea. My son dragged his back pack everywhere last year. Would love to win one of these.

Kady L. said...

Load heaviest items first - closest to the lower back.

saskmom said...

I learned that you shouldn't stuff the backpacks full. *guilty*

Avery said...

A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight, since every child is different this is a good way of making sure it's ideal

~ The Country Mouse ~ said...

Great tips! I learned to load the heavy items first.

leanne_mac said...

•Separate compartments for organization that help even and distribute weight


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Elizabeth FrugalMomEh said...

A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight

Lori L. said...

"Durable bags with a hard bottom that will stand up to the wear and tear"

This seems like a really great tip as every single year I have to replace my 3 daughters backpacks because they've got holes in the bottom.

Unknown said...

These look awesome! And I'm looking for a new backpack, Good timing!

tobyhir said...

A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight

shereasemaccraken said...

Have the back & lumbar support and wide straps!

Brandi Yee said...

Avoid overloading! These are great bags :)

mean green mom said...

A child pack should weigh less that 10-20% of body weight- awesome tip!!
xo
Tara

Shirley said...

Look for a back pack with wide, padded shoulder straps that are adjustable for comfort and even weight distribution.

Jonnie (JB) said...

Separate compartments for organization that help even and distribute weight. I never thought about compartments helping to distribute weight before

bigdisneyfan said...

Durable bags with a hard bottom that will stand up to the wear and tear is my favorite tip. I never really thought about this, but it makes a lot of sense!

Shara W said...

Look for a back pack with wide, padded shoulder straps that are adjustable for comfort and even weight distribution.
Always just thought about the features and not the actual structure of the bag

Journeys of The Zoo said...

Distribute the weight and don't add too much.

Thanks for making this open to Canadians.
Besos, Sarah
Zookeeper at Journeys of The Zoo
journeysofthezoo at hotmail dot com

Carrie said...

loading the heaviest items first and placing near the back

Lisa Neutel said...

I learned that you should pack your backpack so full

Shayna said...

Load heavy items first!

Heidi said...

Heaviest items should be loaded in to your backpack first and at the back....

Teresa M. said...

I really value the advice on weight distribution. I remember when my daughter was in school and trying to make her knapsack more lightweight so that she wouldn't injure her back. I love the colours and the caring advice. Thank you both for the contest! I love your blog and I am always learning something new and interesting. :)

Annie1 said...

A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight

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~Shannon~ said...

|Durable bottoms!! That is always the first thing to go on DDs back pack!

YogaMama said...

A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight

loriag said...

Durable bags with a hard bottom that will stand up to the wear and tear
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mamawee said...

don't overload the bag

ksceviour said...

I learned "A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight"
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Jessica said...

a backpack should weigh max 10-20% of a child's body weigh.

Belinda M said...

I learned that you should avoid overloading the bag

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Lisa Bolduc said...

didnt know that a child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight

Wendy S said...

Very cute and well thought out! Love the hard bottom!

Anonymous said...

"Load heaviest items first, placing them closets to the lower back and evenly distributed from left to right"

Kristina
kristina_ann_scott@hotmail.com

Sweet Panda said...

I learned that a backpack should have the back & lumbar support and wide straps

Anonymous said...

That you shouldn't load it too full

Elaine Bolduc said...

the shoulder straps are wide and padded, always nice to make things easier on us

renee said...

load heaviest items first

MamaHunfy said...

Do not over pack!!!

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Bree said...

Avoid over packing the bag!

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Bree said...

Avoid over packing the bag!

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Amanda said...

Avoid overloading the bag so you dont strain a muscle.

marbles999 said...

A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight.

Carla G said...

Durable bags with a hard bottom that will stand up to the wear and tear. This is a good tip as I've had a backpack bottom wear out on my kids backpacks in the past.

Tammy D said...

Load heaviest items first, alot better on the back!
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Pam said...

Wow I learned that a child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight!! Good to know...

amymccarty1985 said...

putting the heavy items in first... great idea... and not to stuff it FULL... Another great plan lol
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Stacey H, said...

Making sure to keep the weight reasonable for a small child is so important; 10-20% of their weight is a good guideline!. Thanks!

carschick2000 said...

A child's backpack should only weigh 10-20% of their body weight!

Kim G. said...

Load heaviest items first, evenly distribute them

Angela M said...

I didn't know that a packpack should be no more than 10-20% of your childs weight.

Sue2Sueper said...

I learnt that durable bags with a hard bottom that will stand up to the wear and tear

pamalot said...

a child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight.

loven mommy said...

•A child's backpack should not weigh more than 10-20% of their body weight

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