Kids today spend A LOT of time sitting - at school, at home, on screens - and it can take a real toll on their little bodies. But posture doesn’t have to be one more thing on your never-ending list of worries.

In this week’s episode of the Healthy Families YYC Podcast, we’re breaking down posture in a way that feels doable and supportive. No rigid rules. No constant corrections. Just small shifts that protect your child’s growing spine and nervous system.

You’ll hear why sitting “on your bum” really matters, what the research says about how posture affects kids long-term, and simple ways to bring more movement and alignment into everyday life.

Because when we model healthy habits—and invite teachers and caregivers to join us—our kids get the tools they need to grow strong…without the stress.

Links for this episode:

VIDEO: Sitting tall part 1

VIDEO: SItting tall part 2

Katy Bowman

“An Analysis of the Risk Factors for Postural Defects among Early School-Aged Children”

Wolff’s Law