Children's Health & Parenting
Children's health and parenting news, events, tips and resources from the experts at Day Kimball Healthcare.
July 7, 2017
Summer is a great time for kids to get outdoors. S’mores, swimming, and sunshine – what’s not to love? But when the days get longer and temperatures go up, all that great outdoor fun can also lead to...
April 10, 2017
It’s a topic that is difficult to think about, but one that is critical to address: how to prevent your child from being abused and what to do if you think abuse may have occurred. April is Child...
September 21, 2016
Back to school time means the return of a more disciplined family routines. It’s the perfect time to introduce some simple habits that will help kids (and parents) maintain a healthy lifestyle and...
September 1, 2016
Dr. Marc Cerrone, Director of Pediatrics for Day Kimball Medical Group’s Pediatric Centers and Medical Director of Day Kimball Hospital’s Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Program, has been voted Best...
August 15, 2016
August is world breastfeeding month and Day Kimball Hospital is proud to hold the Baby Friendly Hospital designation.
DKH is one of only six Connecticut Hospitals recognized as a birthing facility...
February 2, 2016
CT Department of Children and Families Commissioner Joette Katz at Day Kimball Hospital February 2, 2016, to announce Connecticut's new statewide campaign to educate parents about safe sleep...
October 22, 2015
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Head lice: a common childhood affliction that, though more a nuisance than a health hazard, still strikes...
March 16, 2015
I’ve got a confession to make – I’m the Family CHO. And you know what? You might be, too. You’re probably wondering what a Family CHO even is. I’ll get to that, but first I’ll begin by telling you...
February 27, 2015
Mallory Murray has lived in Northeast Connecticut all her life, born and raised in Putnam. And like so many who call this little "quiet corner" of the world home, Murray says the generational ties...
