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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Top Choking Hazards Seen in the ER
Choking hazards are a big concern for parents and pediatricians alike. Some of the most common food hazards include raw ...
Are Soccer Headers Safe in Youth Sports?
We are in the middle of an exciting time for soccer players—the opening season of the STL City SC team ...
What Pediatric Pulmonologists Do
Have you ever wondered what a pediatric pulmonologist does or if your child should see one? Dr. Katherine Rivera-Spoljaric, Pediatric ...
Tweens: What to Expect from Your Growing Child
The tween stage of parenting is unique in several ways. Children in this stage of development are experiencing rapid ...
To the Parent With a Sick Kid
Lately, it feels impossible to escape illness and even harder to get rid of it. Parents, I know the stress ...
When to Call Your Doctor About Your Child’s Cold
The occasional cold is common in children, especially this time of year. These colds are the result of upper respiratory ...