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Breastfeeding is Best! By Nancy Trout, MD:

In the Best Hands: Miles’ Story In the third trimester of pregnancy, Hattie and Donnie Donner went to one last ultrasound to check on Hattie’s thyroid levels. Her levels were fine, but something else wasn’t. The ultrasound picked up on two bubbles in the baby’s small intestines. Their baby boy had a rare, life

Is There a Best Way for Young Athletes to Warm Up for Sports? A good warm-up prior to exercise is one of the best ways for young athletes to prevent sports injury and perform at their best, when done properly. Plus, if a child learns how to properly stretch and warm up for sports at a young age, there is a greater chance that they’ll carry

Personal Best: Alexandra’s Story Alexandra was the first baby born in Danbury Hospital, an event celebrated in the local newspaper. As she grew, there was more cause for celebration: She became a formidable athlete. Swimming was her love, but when she got to Danbury High School, they didn’t have a swim program

4 Nutrition Tips for Athletes to Feel and Perform Their Best By Haley Duscha, RDN, CDN: An athlete’s body needs plenty of fuel, whether they’re just starting out or part of an elite team. All those sprints, drills and fitness challenges take a lot of energy! Luckily, some simple habits go a long way. Connecticut Children’s dietician, Haley Duscha, RD, CDN, outlines

The Best Way to Prevent Youth Suicide? Talk About It By Steven C. Rogers, MD, MS: This article was originally published in September 2020 and last updated in December 2023. Youth suicide has been on the rise for the past decade, so prevention is more important than ever. Dr. Steven Rogers, medical director of Emergency Behavioral Health services at Connecticut

Connecticut Children's Earns Top Rankings in U.S. News & World Report's Best Children's Hospitals 2024-2025 Hartford, CT – Connecticut Children's, the only health system in Connecticut solely dedicated to children's health, has once again been ranked among the nation's best children's hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. In its newly released 2024-2025 rankings, Connecticut Children

Where to Find the Best Multicultural and Social Justice Books, Movies, Apps and More for Kids and Young Adults You can help your child embrace diversity, equity and inclusion at any age. One way is to choose books and other entertainment featuring characters with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Wondering where to find age-appropriate suggestions? Try these resources.

Connecticut Children’s Neonatal Intensive Care Network Recognized Again for Delivering Best Care In State By U.S. News & World Report

Community Benefit Report: Supporting Children and Families As the only freestanding children’s hospital in our state, Connecticut Children’s proudly continues to extend our impact in strengthening families so they are best positioned to promote their children’s health, development and well-being. Our best practices from the past year are

Connecticut Children’s Named 2021 Women’s Choice Award Winner for Best Children’s Hospital and Pediatric Emergency Care During Global Pandemic

Connecticut Children’s Named 2023 Women’s Choice Award Winner For Best Children’s Hospital and Pediatric Emergency Care Amid Highly Infectious Respiratory Season

Mastermind Advisor Spotlight: Scott Orsey 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

Happy Birthday, Medicaid! By Emily Boushee: By: Emily Boushee and Jane Baird Our nation’s Medicaid program has reached an important milestone. It just turned 56 years old! Medicaid continues to need our support to ensure children and families have the best opportunity to thrive.

Mask Up! Tips to Make Kids More Comfortable With Masks, Broken Down by Age By Kathryn Robbins: Masks are one of the best ways to prevent the spread of coronavirus . But even if your child knows they’re supposed to wear a mask out in public, it can take some practice – and positive reinforcement – to get them in the habit. Child Life specialist Kathryn Robbins, MS, CCLS