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Social Work Caring for your child’s medical needs can be overwhelming, and the Social Work team at Connecticut Children’s is here to help. Our clinical social workers specialize in treating children and adolescents, from assessments and mental health diagnoses to emotional and practical Article
How to Help Your Child Use Crutches Safely By Nicholas Giampetruzzi, PT, MPT: When your child gets hurt and needs crutches, it can feel a little scary—for them and for you. The good news? It’s easy for kids to learn how to use crutches safely and comfortably. With a little practice and support, most kids get the hang of it quickly. Let’s dive into why
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Speech-Language Pathology At Connecticut Children’s, our pediatric speech-language pathologists specialize in assessing and treating children of all ages with a wide range of communication and swallowing conditions — from developmental, genetic and cognitive disorders to injuries and dysphagia. Our team Article
From the Sidelines: How Involved Should Parents Be in Sports? By Kelly Ann Maynes, PsyD: Whether your child is preparing for their first-ever game or for a high school championship, one thing is true—your support matters. As parents, the way we show up on the sidelines and in life shapes not just how our athletes play, but also how they grow. Connecticut Children’s
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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
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What to Expect at Your Child’s First Heart Ultrasound (Echocardiogram) By Brooke Davey, MD: If your child has been scheduled for their first heart ultrasound—called an echocardiogram—you probably have questions. That’s completely normal! An echocardiogram is a safe, gentle test that shows pictures of your child’s heart using sound waves. There are no needles, and it
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Urology At Connecticut Children’s, our board-certified urologists evaluate, diagnose and treat a wide range of urinary and genital conditions in children of all ages, from reconstructive surgery for disorders such as exstrophy, cloacal exstrophy and hypospadias to tumors of the kidney Specialty
Suspected Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN) Program Employees at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center are dedicated to protecting the well-being of children in every way. Our commitment includes a responsibility to identify, report, intervene, and provide care in all suspected cases of child maltreatment. The Suspected Child Adolescent Medicine Programs & Services The Adolescent Medicine team at Connecticut Children’s provides consultative services in the diagnosis and management of the following: Eating disorders Menstrual disorders, including amenorrhea, irregular menses, dysmenorrhea, and menstrual problems in patients with chronic
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Nico’s Brain Cancer Fight: A Journey of Strength, Love, and Survival By Jonathan Martin, MD: “Grade IV aggressive tumor,” are four words no parent ever expects to hear. For Michelle, this is a reality for her 5-year-old son, Nico. In her own words, she courageously shares the family’s past and current experience, documented as of June 2, 2025. Her message to parents