Dressing for Colder Weather

grandfather and grandson building a snowman

Winter is here, and it is important for parents to take the necessary measures to keep their kids safe and warm. Yael Smiley, MD, a pediatrician and medical director of the Healthy Generations Program at Children’s National Hospital, answers common questions for parents with young children about dressing for colder weather.

What is seasonal affective disorder?

Each year, more than 1 million children and adolescents suffer from seasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as the winter blues, a subtype of depression that follows a seasonal pattern.

Why do children need vitamin D?

Winter generally means less time outdoors in the sun, putting some kids at risk for vitamin D deficiency. Here's why children need vitamin D, an important nutrient, to stay healthy.

What is seasonal affective disorder?

Why do children need vitamin D?

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