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Mastermind Advisor Spotlight: Luis Rivera Research shows 90% of children’s health is driven by the complex interplay between social, behavioral, environmental, and genetic/epigenetic factors. Connecticut Children’s Childhood Prosperity Lab (the Lab) incubates and accelerates social innovations that address the social

8 Kidney Health Tips for Kids of All Ages By Robyn Matloff, MD, MPH: Kidneys—those bean-shaped organs in the abdomen—are superheroes! Did you know they act as filters to protect the bloodstream from waste and extra fluid? They also keep blood pressure and electrolyte balance in check. Dr. Robyn Matloff, Pediatric Nephrologist, shares eight fun

An Integrative Outlook on STEAM Education By Annika Anderson, MPH: By: Annika Anderson, MPH As summer winds down, you are likely preparing the children in your lives for the 2022-2023 academic school year. Experts at Connecticut Children’s are thinking about what back to school looks like, too. Professionals recommend fixing healthy snacks

Dr. Shannon Blemings: Advancing Pediatrics and Advocacy Through REACH Shannon Blemings, MD, a second-year pediatrics resident at Connecticut Children's, embodies a dedication to child health and community advocacy that has been shaped by her experiences growing up in New Haven, Connecticut. With a strong academic foundation in Physiology and

5 Tips for Parents of Kids With Hearing Loss By Christopher Grindle, MD: This article was originally published in July 2022 and last updated for accuracy in December 2023. If your child falls into the 15% of kids between 6 and 10 years old who experience hearing loss (according to the CDC), you may be wondering what you can do to help them overcome

Lead Safety: Health, Property & Peace of Mind By Rosa Alvarado: Maintaining a safe, healthy living environment isn’t just about compliance. It’s about responsibility, reputation, and long-term value. For tenants, it’s a basic right. At the center of this is one critical standard: lead safety. This is the focus of the Healthy Homes Program, an

Help Your School-Aged Kid Plan for Next Year- Now By Bradley S. Jerson, PhD: Before we know it, school will be in session again. It's not too early to start thinking about ways to help your child make the most of the move to a new school year this fall. Below are some tips for talking to your kids AND their school teams about what may be most helpful for

Watch For Me CT Receives $25,000 Grant For Teen Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Education Program

Grow Energetic: Guthrie’s Story Guthrie Martin, age 7, is the oldest of three brothers, an aspiring zookeeper, and a big fan of jumping –onto, off of, and over just about anything. “I like to jump over my little brothers,” says Guthrie. “And on my bed. And the ottoman and chairs. Also off the couch, the big

4 Things to Know About Ear Tube Surgery for Kids By Christopher Grindle, MD: This blog was originally published in 2021 and was updated in February 2025 and again in February 2026. Ear tube surgery is the most common surgery for children in the United States – in fact, about half a million kids have the procedure every year. Kids (and adults) can get ear

Back-to-School Mental Health Tips for Parents, Teachers & School Staff By Amy Adolfo Signore, PhD, MPH: As the school year kicks off across Connecticut, families and educators alike are facing more than supply lists and bus schedules. Today’s students are managing emotions, navigating social pressures, and adjusting to academic demands — all while recovering from the disruptions of

Nationally Renowned Education Reformer Provides Guidance for Lifting Families Geoffrey Canada, the founder of the Harlem Children’s Zone and a nationally renowned expert on education reform, will join the North Hartford Ascend Pipeline’s Community Conversation Series on Thursday, June 23, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. During his virtual presentation, Canada

Child Health Providers Should Focus on Child Well-Being By Lisa Honigfeld, PhD: By: Lisa Honigfeld, PhD I was honored to be invited to share my thoughts on the transformation of pediatric health care for the 2020 Paul H. Dworkin, MD Lecture. This lecture, given annually as a Pediatric Grand Rounds session at Connecticut Children’s, is named for Dr. Dworkin

Record Year for Healthy Homes Program During COVID-19 By Chris Corcoran: By: Chris Corcoran Concerns over the possibility of children being exposed to unhealthy housing conditions during COVID-19-related stay-at-home orders helped fuel a record year for Connecticut Children’s Healthy Homes Program in 2020.

Help Me Grow: From Singular Focus To “Triple Threat” By Paul Dworkin, MD: The momentous occasion of the 10th annual Help Me Grow National Forum, held in Buffalo, New York, is a time for reflection and celebration. While I am grateful for the opportunity to share my thoughts and emotions, I am admittedly challenged to do justice to this noteworthy event