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Connecticut Children’s – Waterbury (Within Saint Mary’s Hospital) Connecticut Children’s – Waterbury is our second hospital location that brings our high quality, family-centered care closer to more children in Connecticut. Connecticut Children’s – Waterbury is located at Saint Mary’s Hospital and staffed by board certified physicians Location
Connecticut Children’s NICU at UConn Health Center The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) provides care for babies born prematurely or with health challenges. Connecticut Children’s is known for this highly specialized care – and for providing a supportive, comforting experience for families when they need it most. Connecticut Location
Connecticut Children’s Specialists Pediatric Care at New Milford Hospital Connecticut Children’s Pediatric Care at New Milford Hospital is a joint service of Connecticut Children’s and Nuvance Health. This alliance provides pediatric emergency medicine consultation at New Milford Hospital. Location
New York Children’s Medical Provider Services, P.C., at Northern Dutchess Hospital New York Children’s Medical Provider Services, P.C., a specialist group associated with Connecticut Children’s, provides care in New York’s Hudson Valley, including the newborn nursery at Northern Dutchess Hospital. Location
New York Children’s Medical Provider Services, P.C., at Vassar Brothers Medical Center New York Children’s Medical Provider Services, P.C., a specialist group associated with Connecticut Children’s, provides care in New York’s Hudson Valley. This includes services in the inpatient pediatric unit, the Level 3 NICU and the newborn nursery at Vassar Brothers Medical Location
New York Children’s Medical Provider Services, P.C., at Putnam Hospital New York Children’s Medical Provider Services, P.C., a specialist group associated with Connecticut Children’s, provides care in New York’s Hudson Valley, including including the newborn nursery at Putnam Hospital. Article
Support Beyond Imagination: JJ’s Story Connecticut Children’s new Westport Specialty Care Center already has a happy family. John B. Jr. — “JJ” to his family — is a giggly, boisterous 16-month-old from Stratford. Every couple months, he’ll visit the Neurosurgery team at the new Westport center, which opened its doors
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Beyond Imagination: This NICU Grad Is Defying Expectations When 7-year-old Kendrick Saylor runs, he does what his parents call “the Superman lean.” He puts his head down, squares his shoulders, and takes off. Due to a complication at birth, his vision is impaired. Bending forward helps him avoid objects on the ground. But he’s also
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Beyond Trust: Kali’s Story Krystin Sylva always says her twins came into the world like a storm. Kali and Jada were 28-week preemies born during an actual ice storm in January – at 3:33 am, three seconds apart. They started life in the NICU at Danbury Hospital, receiving care from Connecticut Children's
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How to Talk to Kids About Scary or Tragic Events in the News By Robert D. Keder, MD: In the wake of the mass shooting on September 4, 2024 at Apalachee High School in Barrow County, Georgia, children will likely have many questions. In addition to seeing disturbing footage on the news and on social media, they are also likely picking up on the stress and sadness
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Open Hearts Beyond Imagination: Ayla, Naomi & Daniel’s Story In September 2019, Ellen and Jon Lindblom traveled to China to bring home the newest member of their family — Ayla, then a shy 6-year-old. They carried a letter from Connecticut Children’s Felice Heller, MD, urging the agency to expedite the adoption so Ayla could get immediate
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Is My Child Experiencing Weight Stigma? By Vanessa R. Laurent, PhD: Kids come in different shapes, sizes and personalities! It is important to recognize, however, that there is an ongoing childhood obesity problem in this country—for many reasons. This means, unfortunately, children and adolescents with obesity struggle with teasing, bullying and
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6 Ways to Teach Your Teen Financial Independence By Lauren K. Ayr-Volta, PhD: When your teen is nearing the end of high school, they’ll suddenly need to take control of lots of aspects of their lives, from meal planning to healthcare. That includes finances. As adults, we sometimes assume that once a teen is a certain age, they’ll naturally know how to
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What to Do If Your Child Swallows or Ingests a Button Battery By Christopher Grindle, MD: Last updated in December 2023. Do you have button batteries in your home? The answer is almost certainly yes. These tiny batteries are used in all kinds of electronic devices, from key fobs to your child’s favorite toys. Unfortunately, they’re also the sort of small, shiny object
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Ask a Pediatrician: Can Kids Get the COVID-19 Vaccine and Flu Shot at the Same Time? By Juan C. Salazar, MD, MPH, FAAP: Many parents wonder if their child can get both immunizations at once. Connecticut Children’s Physician-in-Chief Juan C. Salazar, MD, MPH, FAAP, answers.