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The New Flu Mutation: What Parents Need to Know By Ian C. Michelow, MD, FCPaed: If you think back to COVID days, virus mutations are nothing new. This year, health experts are flagging a variant of the seasonal influenza virus that might not be well matched to this year’s flu shot. Connecticut Children’s Ian Michelow, MD, infectious diseases specialist

Developmental Holiday Gift Guide for Kids: OT-Recommended The holiday season is just around the corner, and finding the perfect gift for your child can sometimes feel overwhelming—especially if you're looking for something that’s both fun and beneficial for their development. That's why our team of Occupational Therapists at Connecticut

Connecticut Children's Celebrates Grand Opening Of Landmark Clinical Tower Hartford, Conn. – December 4, 2025 – Connecticut Children’s today celebrated a historic milestone with the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art clinical tower, marking the largest expansion in the organization’s history and redefining the future of pediatric health care in

Sever’s Disease in Kids: Home Remedies vs. When to See a Doctor By Anthony Pastore, MS, PA-C: One of the most common causes of heel pain in growing kids is Sever’s disease, also called calcaneal apophysitis. It may sound scary, but it’s temporary and treatable—and eventually improves as kids grow. Here’s what to about Sever’s disease, how to help at home, and when it’s

Ensuring Every Child Gets the Care They Deserve: How Physicians Advocate for Families By Michael Isakoff, MD: When your child is sick or needs specialized care, nothing else matters. You focus on their health, on getting them the care they need, and on being there for them every step of the way. For any parent, even small barriers, such as long waits, limited specialists, or complicated

Small Beginnings, Strong Bonds: Frankie and Noah's NICU Journey By Annmarie Golioto, MD, IBCLC, FAAP: Still, Hannah’s pregnancy started out smoothly. Aside from some early bleeding, Hannah felt great throughout much of her pregnancy. She continued teaching third grade, playing in her co-ed soccer league and staying active with Daryl and their two dogs. Regular visits with

Connecticut Children’s Physician Researcher Awarded Prestigious NIH Grant To Advance Rapid Diagnosis Of COVID-19 Related Inflammatory Syndrome In Children

Car Seat Clinics and the Key to Child Passenger Safety Ensuring child passenger safety is one of the most important responsibilities for parents and caregivers. While most parents know the basics of using car seats, it’s easy to make mistakes, especially when it comes to installation and usage. Car seat clinics, like those offered in

$1 Million Gift From Big Y Supports Connecticut Children’s New Clinical Tower and Expanded Pediatric Services Hartford, CT (December 9, 2025) — Connecticut Children’s, the state’s only health system 100% dedicated to children’s well-being, received a $1 million gift from Big Y to support the hospital’s new eight-story clinical Tower, which opened on December 4, 2025. In recognition of

Why Childhood Vaccines Still Matter — Even in Highly Vaccinated Communities By Ian C. Michelow, MD, FCPaed: Connecticut has some of the highest childhood vaccination rates in the country. Because of strong vaccination programs and engaged families, illnesses like measles, rubella, and whooping cough are much less common today than they were decades ago. But pediatric infectious disease

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

How Can Young Baseball and Softball Players Avoid Common Injuries? By Dylan Roman, PT, DPT: Play ball! Baseball and softball season is about to start, and we’re excited to cheer on players. Whether your child is an elite athlete or a Little Leaguer, we want to keep them injury-free. Connecticut Children’s sports physical therapist Dylan Roman, PT, DPT, shares how to

Twin-Twin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS) Treatment: Inside a Successful Fetal Laser Surgery By Timothy Crombleholme, MD: When Essence and Eric found out they were expecting identical twin boys, they knew the pregnancy would be unique. The twins were monochorionic-diamniotic or “mono-di”—meaning they shared a placenta but had separate amniotic sacs. But early in the pregnancy, they received an

Play, Learn, Grow: The Heart of Community Spaces By Madhura Sawant-Suryawanshi: Do you remember the places in your neighborhood where you felt most at home, where you played with your siblings, met up with friends after school, or spent time with your family in a park or community space? These are the spots that stay with us, where connections are made

From Risk to Resilience: How Connection and Prevention Support Youth Mental Health By Isabella Baldino: On any given campus, there are students quietly navigating stress, uncertainty, and challenges that aren’t always visible. Academic pressure, social transitions, and personal struggles can build over time, often without others noticing. Youth mental health doesn’t exist in one