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Patient Stories

Newborn with rare brain tumor survives, thrives after treatment at St. Louis Children’s Hospital

Emily Murray knows the value of teamwork and family. The successful businesswoman’s career took her all over the world. Not ...

Mom Docs

Should I Let My Kid Play Video Games?

Do you find your kids prioritizing video games, rushing to turn on the PS5 right when they get home from ...

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Is Asthma Genetic? A Commonly Asked Question

A question that parents frequently ask our doctors is whether or not asthma is genetic. The short answer to this ...

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How Spending Time Outside Benefits the Whole Family

Spring is here, which means warmer and longer days, and spending time outside is important for your child’s health. It ...

Expert Advice

Suicide Prevention in Young Athletes

It’s no secret that COVID-19 created mental health challenges and concerns for teenagers. Student-athletes face additional, unique demands and stressors ...

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What to Do if Your Newborn Is Constipated

A question new parents often have is if their newborn baby is pooping and peeing often enough. If you find ...

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The Pediatric ICU – What to Expect

Going to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is usually a sudden, unexpected, and frankly unwelcome experience, meaning that many ...

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Tips to Help Your Teen Quit Vaping

Since the 2010s, e-cigarettes, or vapes, have exploded in popularity among teens, resulting in a surge of nicotine dependence and ...

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Why Boredom Can Be Good for Your Child

Children complain about being bored a lot: after school, on weekends, and on those long days of summer vacation. Having ...