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New Canaan Pediatrics

Care You Can Trust for Over 50 Years
173 East Avenue
New Canaan, CT 06840
PHONE: 203-972-4250

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When your baby is just born, their mouth, tongue and cheeks have already developed the strong muscles and skills to suck, enabling them to start feeding immediately. However, even with all this strength and dexterity, it will take years for these same muscles to develop sufficiently for your child to properly enunciate all the sounds […] [...] Read more...
As parents, our very first worries center around food. Is our newborn baby eating enough? Too much? What is the right amount anyway?! These concerns generally abate as our kids get older; almost always parents see their children eating just as they should – and thriving – within several months. However, when our children enter […] [...] Read more...
Parents would love to wrap their children in virtual “bubble wrap” to protect them from all hurt, illness and troubles, but the reality is that all kids will get hurt, get sick, get colds, and get a fever.  At New Canaan Pediatrics, we understand that, especially when little ones get a fever, parents get worried. […] [...] Read more...
For years, you’ve purchased gifts that have enriched your children’s lives, from educational games to toys that develop large and small motor skills, to equipment for activities to must-have clothing. This holiday, as your child grows older, you’re stumped. Besides gift cards, what is there to buy? New Canaan Pediatrics is here to recommend holiday […] [...] Read more...
It’s Halloween! Children (and many adults) look forward it to for weeks; the chance to be someone else for a day, to roam the neighborhood looking for the best candy, and to enjoy spooky decorations all around town. It’s a delicate balance to keep Halloween mysterious and fun, but to also keep safety a first […] [...] Read more...
In the months before your baby was born, you divided time into chunks of 12 weeks, or trimesters. After three trimesters (or so), your baby was born. According to a theory developed by Dr. Harvey Karp, this is about 12 weeks – or one trimester – too early. Dr. Karp coined the term “Fourth Trimester” […] [...] Read more...
It seems like just yesterday you were rocking your newborn to sleep and now here they are, off to kindergarten. Whether you are sending your first child or your sixth child off to kindergarten, there are plenty of big feelings and big adjustments that your child, and you, are going through. At New Canaan Pediatrics, […] [...] Read more...
Children seem to endlessly enjoy their summer, running outside in the sunshine for hours on end, seemingly oblivious to the hot weather. Unfortunately, too much time in the sun can lead to forms of heat illness. While localized forms of heat illness like heat rash or heat cramps can be a minor inconvenience, heat exhaustion […] [...] Read more...
Temperatures are rising, so it’s time to play in the water. Whether your family is splashing in an inflatable wading pool, swimming in a large public pool, or enjoying lake water, keeping your children safe is the most important part of water play. Here at New Canaan Pediatrics, we are happy that increased water safety […] [...] Read more...
While cases of hepatitis in children remains very rare, cases across the U.S. and around the globe, are growing. There are currently cases across Europe, in 36 of the United States, and in Puerto Rico. In the United States, the CDC is investigating about 180 cases in previously healthy children, typically between 2 and 3 […] [...] Read more...
Crib safety is important to your child’s health and to us! When parents are deciding on decorations for their baby’s nursery, they may turn to Pinterest and see cribs that look like an adult’s dream bed. These cribs are filled with soft pillows and blankets, cushy toys and lush bumper pads, all covered by magical […] [...] Read more...
Throughout our lives, from height and weight checks when we’re toddlers, to blood pressure and cholesterol checks each year at annual exams, health screenings inform us, diagnose us, and help us prevent or treat any serious illness as soon as possible. For your baby, health screenings begin just moments after they are born. In fact, […] [...] Read more...
Snuggling up on a cold winter night with your child and a pile of books is the perfect way to spend time together. You may think that you’re just enjoying your child’s company and they may just think they are being entertained, but there is alot more going on when you open a book and […] [...] Read more...
Here at New Canaan, we are often asked when we think COVID-19 will “end” and things will return to normal. Like our families, we also can’t wait until things are back to where they used to be. We do know that we simply won’t get back to normal until everyone does three very vital things. [...] Read more...
The cards are filling our mailboxes and the images are filling our social media. It’s a photograph of a wonder-filled child, surrounded by happy family, gazing at the splendor of lights against a dark sky. Who can resist this joyous portrayal of the winter holidays? Unfortunately, without proper preparation and planning, the holidays are much […] [...] Read more...
As more and more people receive the COVID-19 vaccine, families are allowing themselves to be optimistic about life after the pandemic. It’s important to remember that we are not quite there yet; we are still in the beginning steps, especially for our youngest children – and unfortunately infection rates are rising again in some parts […] [...] Read more...
Help Us to keep your child’s vaccine record up-to-date! The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends all children ages 5 + receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Many of our families have begun the process of getting vaccinated throughout the different community vaccine distribution sites. It is very important that we keep all our patient’s immunization records up-to-date. [...] Read more...
Puberty is a time of life most of us just want to forget. While it’s a critical time in our physical and mental development, it’s rare that anyone looks back and says “Yep, I’d do that again.” And just when we (may have) recovered from this most cringe-inducing time of life, we realize that our […] [...] Read more...
No one grieves more than a parent when they lose a child, at any age. When the death is unexpected, such as when an infant dies from Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), the sadness and heartbreak can be overwhelming. New Canaan Pediatrics is here to explain the risk factors of SIDS and how to keep […] [...] Read more...
Now that the 2022 Flu Shot has arrived, we want to make it as easy as possible for our families to get protected from the flu and get a flu shot while still following the safety guidelines for COVID-19.  The CDC and AAP recommend all children 6 months and older receive a flu vaccine. We […] [...] Read more...
The “Breast is Best” campaign began around 1978 when Penny and Andrew Stanley wrote the book of “Breast is Best” as a guide for new mothers. At that time, breastfeeding numbers were at an all time low and people were losing the knowledge passed down through the generations. “Breast is Best” reversed that trend and […] [...] Read more...
Summer is in full swing, you’ve got an infant and you want Baby and you to get outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather. Getting out of the house will improve both your and your baby’s physical and mental health, help produce vitamin D to improve bone health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. For […] [...] Read more...
New Canaan Pediatrics is pleased to announce our June 29th “Meet The Doctor” Zoom! When you’re an expectant parent or have moved away from your pediatrician, finding a new practice to care for your child can be overwhelming. For new parents, how do you even begin to look? For relocated families, will you find someone […] [...] Read more...
Not only are there more native ticks than ever in Connecticut this year, there are also species new to the neighborhood, including the Lone Star tick, the Asian longhorn tick and the Gulf Coast tick.  As our summer season lengthens and temperatures rise, ticks will continue to be a real problem for Connecticut residents. Avoiding […] [...] Read more...
At New Canaan Pediatrics, we are committed to providing the best possible care to our patients and families. We have been practicing in the area for over 50 years and we love watching our families grow and thrive. We cherish our relationship with our families and hope you find expertise and consistent quality in the […] [...] Read more...
For many children, summer camp is what they’ve looked forward to all school year. Whether it’s day camp, overnight camp or speciality camp for sports, arts or sciences,  summer camp gives kids the opportunity to make new friends, discover new ideas, develop new skills. Camp is a refreshing and revitalizing experience for children! For many […] [...] Read more...
As COVID-19 infection rates decline and more and more adults are vaccinated, when families have tested positive for COVID-19, it’s vital to get a thorough medical examination and heart check before your children become physically active. New Canaan Pediatrics is here to explain why.  [...] Read more...
Is your Young Adult due for an annual physical? Need a flu shot or medication check? New Canaan Pediatrics has always promoted the importance of the annual physical. We also understand the young adult years are when your child strives for more independence. With the challenges of COVID-19, it is even more important now for […] [...] Read more...
The following are some new and exciting changes we are now offering to help provide the best care possible for our families.   Please take a moment and read through them all.  The new Financial Policy, Credit Card on File Option, CHADIS for all physicals, and collection of emails all require your action.  In addition, […] [...] Read more...
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