Connecticut Children's Blog

71,900 children in Connecticut have asthma and there has been a shortage of albuterol sulfate inhalation solution since October. Albuterol is a fast-acting medication used to treat asthma and other breathing issues. What do parents need to know about the continued albuterol shortage? Connecticut Children’s Melanie Sue Collins, MD, answers questions. Want more articles like […]

Nasal allergies are one of the most common conditions in kids today. Inflammation of the nasal passage occurs when a child inhales something they are allergic to, like animal dander or pollen.  Nasal allergies also called “allergic rhinitis” or “hay fever,” but neither hay nor fever have anything to do with this condition. As we […]

Determined to make patients with Sickle Cell Disease and their families feel more comfortable while at Connecticut Children’s, Kelly Ha, LMSW, a member of Connecticut Children’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Advisory Board, turned a creative idea into reality in launching the “I See Me” Story Club in September of 2022 in honor of Sickle […]

We all know that tantrums are normal behavior for toddlers, but that doesn’t change how upsetting they may feel for everyone in the household. That’s why it’s helpful to have strategies ready to keep your cool – and, of course, calm your child. For help with toddler tantrums, Laura Caneira, APRN, joins the blog. First things […]

Getting back on the field (or rink, track, court or wherever) after months off comes with a risk of injury. Overuse injuries can occur in any sport – from “Little League Elbow” to back issues to ACL tears and ankle sprains. Connecticut Children’s pediatric orthopedic surgeons share advice for youth athletes to safely build back […]

By Kelly Muccino, Connecticut Children’s Child Life Specialist When a child learns their sibling has cancer, they may have many questions, or want to know how to help. Connecticut Children’s Child Life Specialist, Kelly Muccino, tackles challenges you might encounter, and ways to solve them, if you are ever in this position.  Want more articles […]

March is Women’s History Month. The month honors the achievements and contributions of women in the United States throughout our country’s history. It provides a great opportunity to teach children about the role women have played, and continue to play, in advancing art, science, math, law, education and other fields. Here are ideas. 1. Learn […]

Nosebleeds, also known as epistaxis, are quite common in kids. Contrary to what Dr. Google might tell you (please refrain from Googling symptoms!), there are many factors that cause nosebleeds in kids. So, what should you know if your child has nosebleeds every so often, or even frequently? When should you give your doctor a […]

By Haley Duscha, RDN, CDN, Connecticut Children’s  It doesn’t have to be an uphill battle to get children to try new things or step out of their comfort zone when it comes to food.  Making food trying a positive experience can go a long way and making new recipes that are exciting and fun can […]

Every Friday, 24-year-old Monique Hilson spends the better part of the day at Connecticut Children’s infusion center. There, she receives a medication to ease the effects of the rare disease she was born with. To pass the time, she makes and shares art. “Her artwork is incredible,” says Julia Gardner, BSN, RN, who provides care […]