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Growing Up Smiling: How Oral Health Shapes a Child's Future By Laura Marin-Ruiz: A child's oral health forms the foundation for their overall growth and development. From their first tooth to their teenage years, caring for their teeth and gums is about more than just preventing cavities—it’s about creating habits that support lifelong health. In recognition

2.5 Million Gift Establishes the Chase-Bear-Dyer Family Cafe in Connecticut Children’s Tower Expansion Hartford, CT—Connecticut Children’s, the state’s only healthcare system dedicated exclusively to the care of children, has received a $2.5 million gift from Cheryl Chase and Stuart Bear and their family to support the hospital’s new eight-story clinical tower, set to open in

4 Warning Signs to Recognize Teen Dating Violence By Susan DiVietro, PhD: Teen dating should be a time of growth and joy, but for some, it becomes a source of fear and harm. Recognizing the warning signs is crucial in protecting teens from unhealthy relationships. Connecticut Children's Office for Community Child Health, home to the Injury Prevention

North Hartford Ascend's Approach to Strengthening Families By Jacquelyn Rose, MPH: This is the first blog in a three blog series regarding North Hartford Ascend’s Inaugural Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework Community of Practice. In September of 2024, Childhood Prosperity Lab (the Lab) led the inaugural North Hartford Ascend Strengthening

Is the COVID-19 Vaccine Linked to Heart Problems Like Myocarditis and Pericarditis in Young People? By Juan C. Salazar, MD, MPH, FAAP: This post was last updated on December 16, 2021. During the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, the CDC has kept a close eye on rare reports of heart problems in vaccinated young people. In addition to being rare, almost all of the cases have been mild. And COVID-19 infection remains a

When Should My Child See a Pediatric Cardiologist? By Raymond P. Lorenzoni, III, MD: As a parent, hearing your child may have a heart problem can be alarming. While many heart murmurs and irregularities are not cause for concern, some symptoms or conditions may require your child to be under the care of a pediatric heart team. A pediatric cardiologist is a doctor

Strengthening Families: Insights from Alexander Yanlawk Chiu of United Way By Annika Anderson, MPH: This is the second blog in a three-blog series regarding North Hartford Ascend’s Inaugural Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework Community of Practice facilitated by Childhood Prosperity Lab . Alexander Yanlawk Chiu, Education Initiatives Manager at the United Way

Strengthening Families: Insights from Jeanika Browne-Springer of Hartbeat Ensemble By Annika Anderson, MPH: This is the third blog in a three-blog series regarding North Hartford Ascend’s Inaugural Strengthening Families Protective Factors Framework Community of Practice facilitated by Childhood Prosperity Lab . Jeanika Browne-Springer, Director of LifeLong Learning at HartBeat

Is Caffeine Safe for Teens? A Doctor Explains By Andrew Carlson, MD: Coffee and other tasty caffeinated drinks are part of our culture. But pediatric health professionals are asking parents to be aware of new 2025 guidelines from Healthy Eating Research that clarify what kids should and shouldn’t be drinking, and that teenagers especially should

Are You Doing Tummy Time Correctly With Your Baby? By Kim Hrapchak, PT, MSPT: Do you dread tummy time? If your baby starts fussing the moment they’re belly-down, you might be tempted to cut it short, or skip it altogether. Stay strong! Tummy time is a really important exercise for your baby. Connecticut Children’s pediatric physical therapist Kim Hrapchak

Meet Rachelle Wareham, MD, Pediatric Otolaryngologist By Rachelle Wareham, MD: Rachelle Wareham, MD, recently joined Connecticut Children’s as Clinical Director of Otolaryngology, Fairfield County. She is 100% dedicated to serving families in the Westport Specialty Care Center and thrilled to share more about herself and her expertise in this interview.

Beyond Congenital Heart Defects: Carter’s Story By Dennis Mello, MD: Greg was at home, doing a frantic final prep of the house, when his phone buzzed. His wife, Anneliz, was calling from the hospital, where she’d just given birth to their first child. Her voice sounded shaky. The doctors know what’s causing Carter’s heart murmur, she said. He has

How to Prepare Kids for the End of Daylight Saving Time This November By Lynelle Schneeberg, PsyD: Daylight Saving Time ends the first Sunday of November in most states, including Connecticut. That means on Nov. 7, 2021, clocks “fall back” an hour: Instead of 2 am, it’ll be 1 am. That extra hour can cause problems around bedtime (even if your child already has a great bedtime

18 Ways to Keep Kids Entertained on Road Trips This article was originally published in September 2021 and updated in December 2023. If you’re getting out of town, there’s a good chance it’s in the family car. The trick is keeping your child occupied for all that time on the road. Here are ideas that boost imagination and

7 Ways to Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month With Kids From September 15 to October 15, the U.S. celebrates the cultures and contributions of Americans who identify as Hispanic or Latinx. National Hispanic Heritage Month is a great time to teach kids about the histories and traditions behind these cultures, try new traditions, and