Specialty
Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics At Connecticut Children’s, our developmental medicine specialists provide comprehensive and compassionate care for children with neurodevelopmental and behavioral challenges that range from the most common to rare. We specialize in serving patients with autism spectrum disorder Orthopedics Education Connecticut Children’s orthopedic specialists are educational and health care leaders across the state. As faculty members at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Connecticut Children’s physicians and surgeons are dedicated to providing pediatric orthopedic surgery
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Mouth Breathing in Kids: When to Worry and What You Can Do By Amy Hughes, MD: This article was first published in July 2025 and last updated April 5, 2026. Mouth breathing in children is often caused by allergies, congestion, or enlarged tonsils/adenoids. While occasional mouth breathing is common, persistent symptoms—especially during sleep—can affect