What to Expect: A Parenting Guide for Life Stages

If your pregnancy is high-risk, it’s natural to have a mix of emotions. Even though every woman’s high-risk pregnancy is different, you’re not alone. Connecticut Children’s fetal care expert shares high-risk pregnancy do’s, don’t—and resources for support.

Not all NICUs are the same. There are four main NICU levels that offer simple to complex newborn care depending on your baby’s needs. If you’re wondering about the difference in care at each NICU level, Connecticut Children’s neonatology expert explains.

Your baby will see their pediatrician a lot during their first year of life – and that begins with their very first well-baby visit, just a few days after coming home from the hospital. How should you prepare and what else should you know?

Babies are changing by the day, and every new “motor milestone” is a thrill – like the first time they hold a toy, roll, sit up alone, and crawl. Wondering if your baby is on track for meeting their motor milestones? Our pediatric physical therapy expert shares guidance.

Ear tube surgery can help prevent ear infections and hearing loss in kids. If your child has three or more ear infections within six months, or hearing loss due to fluid build-up over several months, they may benefit from ear tubes.

How much food is healthy for your child’s age? Some days, figuring out what—and how much—to offer your child is challenging! Our pediatric nutrition experts came up with this guide to understanding healthy food portions for kids.

Asthma is the most common chronic illness in kids. 370,000 people in Connecticut have it—71,900 of which are children. That’s 1 in every 8 kids in the state. Many of us have a basic understanding of asthma, but what else should parents know?

If your child has a surgery or procedure scheduled, you can count on us to keep them safe and sound every step of the way. But you’ll probably want to prep them at home, too. Here are some tried-and-true ways to do so.

Puberty comes with all sorts of changes to your child’s body, and sooner or later, that probably includes some new odors. When it comes to deodorant, there are a dizzying array of products to choose from. When is your child old enough to start? What’s safe? What’s not?

At the end of high school, teens suddenly have to decide for themselves what happens next – whether that’s more school, entering the work force, or something else. Here’s how you can help your teen navigate this major life decision.

While we can’t deny their many benefits, sports can all too easily switch from a source of joy to a source of stress. How can you make sure your child gets all the benefits of their sport while managing all the pressures? Here are tips.

The pronouns we use are only one piece of the complex and beautiful puzzle of human identity. Yet, gender pronouns matter so much. Our pediatric mental health expert shares tips on how to help your child navigate the world of gender and pronoun diversity—and be an ally.