Health and Wellness
Navigating Your Child’s Growing Pains
As your child grows and becomes increasingly active in sports and activities, they are more susceptible to injuries such as fractures, specifically with growth plates. Also known as epiphyseal plates, growth plates are areas made up of cartilage located near the end of a bone, signifying the growth of new bone tissue. Growth plates allow bones to elongate and increase in length as a child grows taller.
How Moms Can Manage their Own Stress During Difficult Times!
We are fortunate to have Kelly Akehurst, Mental Health Counselor, share some crucial information about how Moms can manage your own stress during difficult times!
Portion Sizes for Kids: How Much Food Is Healthy for My Child’s Age?
Do you struggle with meal planning (and creative lunch packing!) as much as we do? Some days, figuring out WHAT to feed your child is hard enough. Figuring out HOW MUCH can seem downright impossible. The recommended portions for a child depend on their age and even gender – and unfortunately, the serving size listed on grocery store labels doesn’t have much to do with It. Connecticut Children’s is here to help. Here’s a guide to understanding healthy food portions for kids, including some time-saving tips.
Breast Cancer Reconstruction – What Women Should Know
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that one in eight women in the United States develops breast cancer in her lifetime? For women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, surgery and reconstruction may be part of the treatment. Dr. Stephanie A. Cooper and Dr. Jason M. Weissler are ready to help.
What Parents Need to Know About Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Moms do everything in their power to protect their families and keep them healthy. Fall is here and with kids back in school and involved in extracurricular activities and with sports ramping up, it’s important to be informed about a serious public health crisis that can affect anyone, anywhere, at any time: Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA).
Greenberg Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology Will Have You BeYoutiFall This Fall!
With the kids settled into school, Fall is the perfect time to seek help with those last few inches that you can’t seem to lose. Body Contouring specifically can be the answer to reshaping those areas of your body that simply aren't responding to diet and...
Back to School Back to Basics
Alexa Fishback’s, founder of Aaha Restart and our Health & Wellness Contributor, shares her thoughts on how to get back to basics for the Fall and a fabulous easy weeknight recipe.
Why Everyone Needs an Annual Checkup – Especially Women!
In today’s non-stop world, everyone is busy, busy, busy. Probably the last thing on your mind is scheduling an annual visit with a primary care doctor. Here are some IMPORTANT reasons you should!
High-Risk Pregnancy: What to Do and How to Cope
While pregnancy can be exciting, many of us moms have had high risk pregnancies, be it carrying multiples or because of other health conditions. If your pregnancy is high risk, it’s natural to have a mix of emotions ranging from joy and anticipation—to fear and even sorrow. Even though every woman’s high risk pregnancy is different, you’re not alone. Fortunately, we were able to connect with Jennifer Humphrey, MSN, RN, a trained, certified fetal care coordinator for women with high-risk pregnancies at Connecticut Children’s who supports families facing some of the most challenging fetal conditions. She answered many questions that may help you – or someone you care about!
How do I know if my child needs professional help for their anxiety?
Are you worried your child has an anxiety problem? Andree Palmgren of Anxiety Institute shares when it may be time to seek professional help.