The Pulse

Sharing stories for and about the children and families we serve across 50 states and more than 80 countries.

Patient Stories

Scoliosis Patient Gains Confidence After Spine Surgery

EJ is your typical 13-year-old boy. He loves playing video games, is an active swimmer, and enjoys riding around on ...

News

St. Louis Children’s Hospital Opens Child Life Zone to Enhance Healing Through Play

Thanks to the ongoing generosity of donors, St. Louis Children’s Hospital opened its Child Life Zone–a dedicated state-of-the-art area created ...

Patient Stories

Tiny Heart Receives Big Help

Aveion, 3, knows what he wants to be when he grows up. “He’s kind of obsessed with doctors right now,” ...

Mom Docs

Rest Easy: Sleep Tips for Traveling Families

Planning a summer trip with kids? Keep their sleep times flexible. Vacations are special, so it’s OK to go with ...

Expert Advice

St. Louis Children’s 'No Questions Asked' Gun-Lock Program Expands to all BJC Locations

Free gun lock kiosks now available across BJC It’s a record and distinction no one wanted. In 2022, St. Louis ...