What age can a toddler wear a backpack?

To avoid this, the AAP says the weight of a child's loaded backpack shouldn't exceed 15% of their body weight. At age two, the average child weighs somewhere between 25 and 30 pounds, meaning their backpack and its contents shouldn't exceed about three or four pounds, so you'll want to start with a lightweight pack.



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Your little one may not be slinging a bag full of textbooks over their shoulders just yet, but a toddler backpack is still a must-have accessory. Whether your mini learner is heading to daycare, preschool or camp, they'll need a bag to carry supplies, snacks, artwork and maybe even a toy or two.

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Teach your child how to pick up & wear a backpack the right way
  1. Adjust the shoulder straps so the backpack rests in the middle of your child's back.
  2. The backpack should fit close to your child's body.
  3. Secure the waist or chest strap.


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Toddler Travel Essentials
  1. Diapers or pull-ups, diaper cream, wipes and changing pad.
  2. Potty seat (if toilet-trained)
  3. Wipes or sanitizer for little hands.
  4. Easy-on, easy-off outfits (the fewer the buttons, the better) and PJs.
  5. At least two pairs of shoes (they're known to go missing...)
  6. Rain and cold-weather gear.
  7. Blankets.


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More than likely, your child may assume this person must “know” them. It is often difficult for young children to separate strangers from acquaintances; good guys from bad guys. Having a stranger call them by names might make your child think it is okay to talk to this adult.

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Before you start shopping or packing up your child's bag, it's important to communicate with the preschool director and teachers and ask if the children should bring a backpack. Most preschools will have clear recommendations and can tell you what should be included (and not included) in your child's backpack.

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You may wonder why sending your child to daycare with a backpack is recommended. A good backpack allows you to bring your baby's things to and from school daily (like their blanket, lovey, extra pair of clothes, diapers, wipes, etc.) It offers plenty of room for kids' everyday essentials.

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Graduating to a Child Carrier Kids who are at least 16 lbs. (6 months or so) are good candidates, as long as they have full head and neck control. Ask your pediatrician to confirm that your child can ride in a carrier. Make sure your child plus the gear in the pack weighs no more than 48 lbs.

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Carrying a heavy pack changes the way kids walk and puts them at risk of falling, particularly on stairs or other places where a backpack puts a student off balance.

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