1 / 4 Why choose Connecticut Children’s?

Next-generation care for your next generation.

We’re proud to share that once again, U.S. News & World Report has ranked Connecticut Children’s a top children’s hospital in the nation.

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2 / 4 Why choose Connecticut Children’s?

Your whole world. Our whole purpose.

Connecticut's Only Dedicated Children's Health System

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3 / 4 How do we make after-hours care easy?

Care when your child needs it. Pediatric experts you trust.

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4 / 4 What makes us different?

When it comes to healing, there's no place like here.

Patient Stories

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We're doing big things for your little ones.

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Community Health

Promoting Well-Being: Encouraging Children and Families to Eat Healthy and Stay Active

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Community Health

Going Beyond Clinical Care: Improving Housing Conditions and Health Outcomes

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Behavioral Health Kit

Free, Confidential Support for Families Experiencing Domestic Violence – Text, Call, Email or Live Chat

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Community Health

Where to Find the Best Multicultural and Social Justice Books, Movies, Apps and More for Kids and Young Adults

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Community Health

Is Your Child Online? Follow 6 Steps for Social Media Safety

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Community Health

Speak Up for Kids: 8 Ways to Be an Advocate for Children’s Health

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Is the COVID-19 Vaccine Linked to Heart Problems Like Myocarditis and Pericarditis in Young People?

Behavioral Health

How to Help Kids Cope With Social Anxiety When Social Distancing Ends

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What Do New Mask Requirements Mean for Kids Who Are Fully Vaccinated – and Kids Who Aren’t?

Connecticut Children's team member provides a COVID-19 vaccine to teen patient

Pfizer’s COVID-19 Vaccine Is Now Authorized for Ages 12 and Up. Here’s What Parents Need to Know

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What’s the Risk? Which Activities Are Safe When Kids Aren’t Vaccinated Yet

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If Everyone But Your Child Has Their COVID-19 Vaccine, Is Summer Travel Safe for Your Family?

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Diversity + Equity + Inclusion

8 Ways to Celebrate Pride Month With Kids

Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery

Grow Hopeful: Joseph’s Story

Finn, an 8-year-old patient in gastroenterology, holds his skateboard while wearing grey camo helmet with rubber spikes, a grey and black tie-dyed sweatshirt, grey light wash jeans and red Converse sneakers.

Gastroenterology

Grow Active: Finn’s Story

Behavioral Health

How to Check On Your Child’s Mental Health

Cancer & Blood Disorders

Personal Best: Alexandra’s Story

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Behavioral Health

8 Mental Health Tips for Parents

Awards & Recognition

magnet recognized award

best childrens's hospital women's choice 2021 award

2017-2020 lantern award

chime digital most wired survey ambulatory 2020 award

chime digital most wired survey acute 2020 award

3m award for excellence in skin safety award

society for pediatric sedation award

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