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Holiday Safety: Tips to Keep Your Family Safe This Season

It seems hard to believe, but the winter holidays will soon be here! I am looking forward to seeing relatives ...

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Pediatric Emergency Room: What Sets it Apart from the Regular ER?

What do you do when your kid takes a tumble and needs to go to the ER? Will they be ...

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Maintaining A Routine During Holiday Breaks & Smooth Back-to-School Transitions

It’s that time of year again! Our favorite creature comforts are pumpkin flavored and apple-cinnamon scented. The boots, scarves, and ...

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Newborn and Infant Winter Safety Tips

As we head into winter this year, there are many things to remember when caring for your infant or newborn ...

Patient Stories

Teen Athlete Fights Rare Knee Condition With Surgery, Rehab and Hard Work

Learn more about Nina Simpson's journey and struggle with osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) and her experience with St. Louis Children's Hospital. ...

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Skin-to-Skin Contact: Benefits for Both Baby and Parents

Baby’s first cuddle is very important. When you first see your newborn you might just have the urge to hold ...

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Here’s What Parents Need to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine for Children Ages 5-11

All children 5 and up now eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine Parents can breathe a sigh of relief now that ...

News

Illinois 7th Grader Recovering After Battle With COVID-19

“She’s done amazing,” said Dr. William Orr, a Washington University pediatric cardiologist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, who treated Kiley ...

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Dealing with Morning Sickness | Tips for Symptom Relief

Morning sickness is the cliche horrible symptom for pregnant women. Despite the name, it’s not always designated to just the ...