Kids' Health and Wellness

Supporting you through every scraped knee and sleepless night with expert advice on kids' health, development and behavior.

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The Most Common Blood Disorder in Children

The most common blood disorder that we see in the pediatric population is iron deficiency anemia, and this is typically a result of not taking in enough iron.

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Teen Pushback is Normal

Staying patient and supportive helps teens feel heard while learning to respect limits.

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3 Rules for Directing Kids Effectively

Simple, consistent rules for giving directions strengthen communication and reduce power struggles.

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How to Help Your Child Stay Hydrated

Kids need to stay hydrated, but it’s best to guide them gently instead of setting strict rules.

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Autism diagnoses are more common, but no less challenging for families. Dartmouth Health Children’s offers tips for getting kids necessary supports

Treatment is never one-size-fits-all, and the definition of what qualifies as ASD has expanded in the last decade.

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Understanding Aggression in Infants

A calm, clear response is important when discouraging aggressive behavior in children under 12 months old.

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Why Dartmouth Health Children's is following the AAP Vaccine Guidelines

What is the vaccine schedule that families should be following for their children?

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What is Cystic Fibrosis and How Is It Treated?

Learn more about this genetic disorder and why raising awareness is so important.

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