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Patient Stories

Care With Heart: When Their 2-Year-Old Needed a New Heart, One Family Found Hope Close to Home

In December 2022, David arrived at St. Louis Children’s Hospital carrying his beloved Cookie Monster stuffie. David, then just 2 ...

Patient Stories

Audrey’s Brave New Chapter: Young Patient Thriving After Heart Transplant

Molly has spent her entire career as a registered nurse at the St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Washington University Heart ...

Mom Docs

Protecting Kids' Ears in the Water

Nothing says summertime like kids splashing in a pool, lake, or ocean. Here are some ways to keep their ears ...

Mom Docs

Empowering Your Teen: Why Self-Advocacy Matters

Why is teaching teens to advocate for their health so important? It empowers them to become independent and make informed ...

Patient Stories

The Best Father’s Day Gift Ever

On Father’s Day, families gather to celebrate dads. But for Monika and Michael, the holiday has taken on a whole ...

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Preparing for an International Vacation

Traveling abroad this summer? Jamie Kondis, MD, offers some simple tips to avoid becoming ill on your international vacation. ...

News

CoxHealth and St. Louis Children’s Hospital to Expand Pediatric Care Across Southwest Missouri

SPRINGFIELD and ST. LOUIS, MO, (June 12, 2025) – Increased access to highly specialized pediatric care just moved one step ...

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How To Spot a Counterfeit Car Seat

Counterfeit car seats are on the rise. To protect your child, follow these suggestions to avoid accidentally purchasing an imitation ...