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Big news for your big kid.

The COVID-19 vaccine is here for ages 5 and up! Explore locations, FAQs and more.

Vaccine Resources

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

Urgent Care

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Award-winning care just got closer to home.

Our newest location in Westport expands the reach of our pediatric experts for families in Fairfield County.

Explore Westport Location

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Your whole world. Our whole purpose.

Connecticut's Only Dedicated Children's Health System

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We're doing big things for your little ones.

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Community Health

Connecticut Children’s Receives $30 Million Grant To Address Poverty

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Community Health

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

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Community Health

Going Beyond Clinical Care: Improving Housing Conditions and Health Outcomes

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Community Health

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

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Back to School Supplies: Healthy Snacks Edition

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Back to School Road Safety: Tips for Kids at Bus Stops, Drop-Offs and While Walking or Bicycling to Class

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Behavioral Health

How to Help Kids Handle Holiday Disappointment if Omicron Changes Your Plans

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Ask a Pediatrician

Ask a Pediatrician: What Should I Do When My Child Has a Common Cold During COVID-19?

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Omicron FAQs: Is the New Variant More of a Risk to Infants and Toddlers? What About Vaccinated Kids?

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Ask a Pediatrician

Ask a Pediatrician: Does My Child Need a COVID-19 Booster Shot?

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How to Prepare Younger Kids for the COVID-19 Vaccine

FAQs: The COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Ages 5 to 11

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Cardiology & Cardiac Surgery

The World’s Smallest Mechanical Heart Valve: Ellis’ Story

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Ear, Nose & Throat

4 Things to Know About Ear Tube Surgery for Kids

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Ear, Nose & Throat

What to Do If Your Child Swallows or Ingests a Button Battery

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What to Expect at Your Baby’s First Check-Up

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Are You Doing Tummy Time Correctly With Your Baby?

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Is Your Baby on Track for Motor Milestones? If They’re Under 6 Months Old, Here’s How to Help

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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