Dr. Wendy Hunter

I’m Dr. Wendy.

i answer your questions about kids’ health.

I’m a pediatrician and mom. I answer the questions you forgot or were too embarrassed to ask your kids’ doctor. I mix the science of medicine with the reality of parenting.

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How to Raise a Happy Kid
What do you want for your kids? Most people say “I just want them to be happy” Today I want to challenge this, talk about what it really means to be happy and how to get your kids there.  What I see parents doing in clinic, way too often, is trying to make their kids...
What’s autism, what’s not?
Don’t freak out if you catch your child head-banging, echoing others words’ or hand flapping. Yes, those are symptoms of autism, but they don’t define your child as having an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Every regular developing kid will do many of the same things...
Toxic Exposures in the Home
What's the fuss about toxic household cleaners, endocrine-disrupting compounds in sunscreen and non-stick cookware? Episode 47 Transcript: Toxic Exposures in the home: Tips for a healthy family Listen to the Episode Dr. Wendy: Every new year I decide I’m going to...
Simple Plan to Stop Thumb-Sucking
 Thumb and finger sucking can cause a high palate, crooked teeth and lead to problems like snoring. How can you help your child stop?   How to Stop Thumb-sucking: step-by-step First, review this plan and if your child is over 2 1/2 and can cooperate with this program,...
Do Kids Need Multivitamins?

Do Kids Need Multivitamins?

Listen to the Podcast episodeIs your child a picky eater, vegetarian or only eats white foods? Then you’ve wondered what their diet is missing. Children have a natural instinct to eat just the right amount of calories to grow. Unfortunately, they don’t automatically...

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