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Fetal Care Beyond Imagination: Introducing Dr. Timothy Crombleholme By Timothy Crombleholme, MD: We’re excited to announce the opening of the Fetal Care Center at Connecticut Children’s, led by Timothy Crombleholme, MD, a world-renowned expert in fetal surgery. Dr. Crombleholme and his experienced team diagnose and treat the full spectrum of complex fetal conditions, some of

High-Risk Pregnancy: What to Do and How to Cope By Jennifer Humphrey, MSN, RN: 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. As a trained, certified fetal care coordinator for women with high-risk

Tick Safety and Kids: How to Do a Tick Check and What to Watch Out For By Catherine Wiley, MD: Kids love to be out and about in nature- as they should! But certain times of year are also prime time for ticks. And many, like the deer tick, carry diseases. (In fact, the first-ever case of Lyme disease was found in Connecticut.) Before your family hits the trail, or enjoys a

How to Encourage Summertime Reading (and Avoid the “Summer Slide”) for Kids and Teens By Catherine Wiley, MD: Just like exercising strengthens the muscles in our body, reading strengthens the brain. Children who continue to read throughout the summer continue to strengthen their literacy skills. Kids who don’t usually experience what educators call the “summer slide” – a drop in reading