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Top Tips for Teething

Teething can be a tough time for babies and parents alike, but following a few key recommendations can help ease ...

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Holiday Eating Tips

Give the gift of healthy eating this holiday season. The holiday season brings parties, family gatherings and other festivities that ...

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Transitions: Bottles to Cups

It might be time to retire the bottle. Using a bottle too long may negatively affect a child’s health. In ...

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Winter Doesn’t Have to Be SAD

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) isn’t limited to adults. The winter blues are common among people of all ages. ...

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Why Weights?

Preteens can benefit from strength training, including lifting weights, but only if they use proper technique. By age 7 or ...

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Juuling: A New Smoking Trend

An e-cigarette that looks like a flash drive is gaining popularity among teenagers and can serve as a gateway to ...

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Winter Warm-Up: Staying Active When It’s Cold

Don’t let freezing temperatures stop you in your tracks. Frost, ice and snow don’t have to stop you, your child ...

Patient Stories

Meet Veyda, the Victorious

Read more about Veyda's struggle with gastroschisis and her experience with St. Louis Children's Hospital. ...

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Seven Keys to a Nutritious Lifestyle

If children are encouraged to try a variety of foods from the start of their table-food days, eating well can ...