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Beyond Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation (CCAM): Izzy’s Story This is Danielle Chenard’s story about her daughter, Isabelle “Izzy,” now 10 years old. Danielle is Senior Research Program Manager at Connecticut Children’s Research Institute . These are her words. Finding out you are pregnant is an exhilarating and life-changing moment for any

Easy Breathing: A Tool to Aid in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Asthma in Children By Jessica Hollenbach, PhD: Asthma is a common respiratory condition affecting many children; however, it is often underdiagnosed and undertreated. Easy Breathing, a program started in 1998, is designed to help primary care physicians appropriately and easily diagnose and treat asthma in children. Easy

Summer Ear, Nose and Throat Tips Doctors Love By Amy Hughes, MD: Connecticut Children’s pediatric ear, nose and throat team shares summer safety tips to keep the ears, nose and throat in tip-top shape for kids of all ages.

When and How to Talk to Young Kids About Sex By Andrew Carlson, MD: “Hey, Alexa, how are babies made?” Kids as young as 3 or 4 have turned to voice assistants to ask this question. Just like that. It’s no surprise because sex is a normal part of life, not “taboo” or “dirty.” As a pediatrician, parents ask me all the time: “When and how should I

Connecticut Children’s and Nuvance Health Enhance Pediatric and Newborn Services Through Alliance

Joint Pain in Kids: Is it Time to See a Rheumatologist? By Jessica Fennell, MD: Childhood growth and development can come with all sorts of joint pains. Pain and swelling in the joints is common, but this begs the question: when should I be concerned about my child’s joint pain?

Social Innovation Spotlight: Lactation Innovations Social innovators, also known as changemakers, seek to address social needs by developing new and improved practices compared to existing solutions. Changemakers have made significant contributions in areas such as working conditions, education, community development, health, and

8 Tips to Get Kids Involved in the Kitchen, By Age By Haley Duscha, RDN, CDN: This article was originally published in May 2020 and updated in December 2023 for relevance. Cooking together is a great way to get your child interested in healthy eating, and teach them important skills. Where to start? Haley Duscha, a pediatric dietitian in the Division of

How to Calm a Crying Infant... And Yourself This article was originally published in April 2020. Updated in December 2023. Parenting is stressful and a crying infant can be particularly distressing. Our pediatric experts share ways to safely cope with a crying baby.

Surviving Newborn Colic: A Guide for Parents By Andrew Carlson, MD: Is your baby crying a lot, especially in the late afternoon or evening? Colic might be the reason, and we know it's tough for parents. But don't worry, our expert, Andrew J. Carlson, Medical Director of Primary Care at Connecticut Children’s, is here to help you understand why

A Sports Comeback Beyond Imagination: Jadon & Brennan’s Story The Archer brothers’ bad luck with meniscus tears began in spring of 2019. That’s when, at a high school basketball tournament in Texas, Jadon Archer suffered the dreaded bucket handle tear — obvious right away, because he couldn’t straighten his leg. He had to limp through the

Mononucleosis: What College Students Need to Know By Andrew Carlson, MD: Mononucleosis, often called "mono" for short, is a common viral infection that can affect people of all ages, including college students. Connecticut Children's Andrew Carlson, MD, Medical Director of Primary Care, explores what “Mono” is, its symptoms, how it spreads, and how to

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

3 Questions to Ask About Newborn Screening By Debra Ellis, NBS, RN: Every year, about 4 million babies are born in the U.S. Most, if not all, of these babies have had newborn screening, and since they began 50 years ago, newborn screening has been helping babies each year. This means that about 200 million people went through newborn screening

What's Going Around Right Now? By Andrew Carlson, MD: Several illnesses have been affecting the pediatric population, including children from birth to adolescence. These illnesses vary, so it's essential for parents and caregivers to stay informed. Connecticut Children's Andrew Carlson, MD, Medical Director of Primary Care