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'Tis the Season.. of the Cold, the Flu, RSV and COVID This is a guest blog brought to us by Trinity Health Of New England . Repurposed with permission. The cold and flu have always been around, but now we also have to be aware of COVID-19 and RSV, which have both become more prevalent in recent years. They are caused by different

Child Night Terrors: Your Questions, Answered By Haviva Veler, MD, FAASM: For most of us, nightmares are a parenting rite of passage. But night terrors are a whole other ballgame and can happen anywhere from 18 months to 6 years of age. Dr. Haviva Veler, our resident sleep expert, breaks down everything parents need to know.

Empowering Women in Healthcare: The Impact of the Hayley Petit Injury and Violence Prevention Fellowship At Connecticut Children’s, a goal of ours is to uplift, empower, and inspire those around us. As we celebrate Women’s History Month in March, we honor the remarkable achievements of women who have blazed trails and inspired others. Together, we strive to open doors of opportunity

Family-centered Care is Focus of Vassar Brothers Medical Center’s Pediatric Unit, Vassar Brothers Collaborates with Nationally Recognized Pediatric Health System

11 Questions with Annette Vannilam, MD, Pediatric Gastroenterologist By Annette Vannilam, MD: In this interview, Annette Vannilam, MD, Pediatric Gastroenterologist, shares what drew her to Connecticut Children’s. Dr. Vannilam treats children of all ages who deal with gastrointestinal (GI) conditions ranging from uncomplicated to complex.

From Signing Building Beams to Building Memories: Debra's Journey at Connecticut Children's For Debra, a veteran team member at Connecticut Children's, this rings true as she reflects on her journey from signing the first steel beam for the original hospital in 1996 to preparing to sign another beam for the new 8-story patient tower set to open in Fall of 2025.

Transformative $4.5 Million Gift Establishes Beit Paley Garden Terrace: A Haven of Healing & Beit Paley Fetal Care Operating Room in Connecticut Children's New Tower Hartford, CT (March 19, 2024)— In an unparalleled commitment to the well-being of young patients, their families, and the state's sole children's hospital, Roger and Sondra Beit and Mark and Luanne Paley, along with their families, have given an extraordinary $4.5 million towards

Free Housing for Early Educators! The First Early Care and Education (ECE) Innovation of its Kind By Annika Anderson: Last week, I was preparing for my workday with a hot cup of coffee in one hand and my phone in the other. As someone formally trained in human development and family sciences now working to advance the impact of social innovations, a certain CBS News headline ceased my early

Beyond Spinal Cord Injury: Ava’s Story By Jonathan Martin, MD: Besides competing on the high school swim team and earning high honors, her chief concern was getting her driver’s license. “I was this active kid who always wanted to be out doing something, always with that competitive edge,” she says. Then, a few weeks after her 16th birthday

Raising a First-Time Voter? 9 Tips for Parents By Jane Baird: This is a major milestone for them. Talking about politics with your children is a great way to boost their critical thinking skills, teach them to appreciate different viewpoints, and help them figure out their own values. Plus, it gives them a chance to learn how to engage in

Advancing Equity Through Anti-Racism in Children's Hospitals and Family-Centered Care By Susie DiVietro, PhD: In the latest installment of the Pathways to Action Subcommittee Spotlight Series, members of Connecticut Children’s Office for Community Child Health reflect on their participation in an anti-racism training organized by the HOPE (Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences)

10 Ways to Get Your Teen (and Family) to Try a Digital Detox Last year, with schools closed due to COVID-19 and quarantine in full swing, many teens became even more glued to their screens. In many ways, that was OK: Teens are wired to be social, and social media helped them stay connected to friends. Technology was essential for remote

Preventing Eye Strain During Your Child’s Screen-Based Learning By Janine Collinge, MD: Whether from homework assignments on a computer or tablet, or remote instruction during COVID-19 quarantines, screens are probably a big part of “back to school” for your child. Connecticut Children’s pediatric ophthalmologist Janine Collinge, MD, shares tips.

Parenting Through a Divorce or the End of a Relationship By Amy Adolfo Signore, PhD, MPH: Kids are resilient, and able to overcome a parental separation or divorce. But it’s a big transition. How can you support your child through these changes? Connecticut Children’s pediatric psychologist Amy Adolfo Signore, PhD, MPH , shares advice.

10 Steps to a Better Morning! Get Your Child Into a Back to School Routine Now After months of sleeping in, staying up late, and enjoying a lot less structure, it’s a big adjustment for kids and teens to head back to school. You can set them up for an easier transition with these tips for a great morning – right down to packing a backpack the night before.