Help children and their families live their happiest, healthiest lives
Children and families at Dartmouth Health Children’s receive expert, compassionate care and benefit from the latest discoveries in child health research. Your gift makes that possible.
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Isabelle’s nurses and doctors not only cared for her, they cared for us as well. We will always be grateful for the care Isabelle received from Dartmouth Health Children’s."
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Shop the wish list
You can brighten the days of kids at Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (CHaD) with gifts of toys and supplies to help normalize their day, encourage development, and provide distraction during long or uncomfortable procedures.
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He Grew With Early Neonatology
Fifty years ago, Jesse Blanchard was one of the first babies born prematurely in the nascent neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital. The tale of his birth is the story of the beginnings of neonatology, and sheds light on how the field has matured.
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Hearts in Action
It’s easy to host your own fundraiser for Dartmouth Health Children's, whether you want to get active, get creative, play games, celebrate a special occasion, honor a loved one, or collect in-kind donations. All proceeds are used to help Dartmouth Health Children's kids and their families.
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Dartmouth Health Children's
Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center (CHaD) is New Hampshire's only children's hospital. We offer children and families advanced pediatric services, compassionate care, and comprehensive family resources. With 12 Dartmouth Health Children's locations throughout New Hampshire, care is always close to home.
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