"What to Look for in a Supplement for a Child on a Stimulant"

If your child takes a stimulant like Adderall®, Vyvanse®, Ritalin®, or Concerta®, and you are considering a daily supplement, the things worth checking are kid-specific dosing grounded in pediatric research, ingredients listed individually at meaningful amounts, third-party testing, allergen transparency, and clear guidance to involve your child's doctor. A supplement that meets those marks is far more useful than one built on a long list of trendy ingredients.

Why can't you just scale down an adult formula?

Children are not small adults, and a good kids formula does not treat them like it. The right ingredient for an adult is not always the best-studied choice for a child, and the right adult dose rarely translates by simple division. Stasis Kids Daytime was built from the adult Stasis Day formula as a starting point, then rebuilt ingredient by ingredient against pediatric research. Where an ingredient lacked evidence in children, it was swapped for a better-studied alternative. The saffron, for example, is SAFFR'ACTIV® at 30 mg, the exact branded extract and dose used in a study of children and adolescents.

What to check on the label

A few signals separate a thoughtful kids formula from a generic one.

What to look forWhy it matters
Kid-specific, research-informed dosesAmounts chosen from pediatric studies and NIH or FDA age guidance, not an adult dose cut down
Individually listed ingredientsYou can see every dose, rather than a hidden proprietary blend
Third-party testingAn outside lab has verified what is in the bottle
Top 9 allergen-freeLower risk for common childhood allergens
A form kids will takeTaste and texture drive daily adherence, and a supplement only works if it gets taken

In an open-label parent survey, 95% of parents reported their child had an overall smoother experience with their stimulant.†

Questions to ask your pediatrician

Before starting anything, it helps to bring specifics to your child's doctor: the full ingredient list and doses, how it fits with your child's current stimulant, the right serving for your child's age, and anything to watch for given your child's history. A good supplement should make that conversation easy by putting all of its ingredients and amounts in plain view.

Frequently asked questions

Is a kids supplement necessary if my child is already on a stimulant? It is not a requirement, and it is a personal decision to make with your pediatrician. Some parents look for daily support around the stimulant, which is what a formula like Stasis Kids Daytime is designed for.

What does third-party tested mean? It means an independent lab has checked the product against what the label claims, rather than the brand testing only itself.

Should I worry about sugar in a kids gummy? It's helpful to check in with your child's pediatrician and think about how your child reacts to sugar. Stasis Kids Daytime is formulated as a low-sugar gummy, which is one of the label details worth comparing across products.

Can my child take it with other vitamins? Often yes, but ingredient overlap is worth reviewing with your pediatrician so nothing is doubled up.

About Stasis Kids: Stasis Kids is a stimulant support system for children ages 6 to 17, with every ingredient clinically studied in kids and dosed to match the research. Available in Daytime and Nighttime, in gummies and capsules. It rounds out a child's stimulant, it doesn't replace it. Balance for growing minds. takestasis.com

Results are from open-label consumer surveys of Stasis customers. Individual results may vary.

†Results are from an open-label survey conducted in November 2025 that included 19 children who took Stasis Kids Daytime for 28 days. The Stasis Kids Daytime formula has been updated since this survey was conducted. Parents who completed the survey were compensated with a $25 Amazon Gift Card for their opinions about Stasis Kids Daytime.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Stasis is not a substitute for prescription medication and does not alter the effect of any stimulant medication. Please consult your physician before starting any supplement, especially if you take prescription medication. Stasis is for adults 18 and older, and Stasis Kids should only be given to a child under a pediatrician's guidance.

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