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How much water does my child need?
Hydration is especially important for kids to help support things like normal development and cognition. ...
How to care for ear tubes
How to care for ear tubes Doctors often receive questions about ear tubes, which are surgically put in place to ...
When to seek help for mom guilt
If you feel like you’re not doing enough for your child, you’re not alone. ...
Tips for preventing playground accidents and injuries
Close supervision by responsible adults is the most important factor in preventing injuries. ...
Diarrhea in children: When should parents call the pediatrician?
Always call your pediatrician if your child has severe diarrhea. These children may need to come to the hospital for ...
Newborn Breathing: What is Normal & What Is Not
Discover the nuances of newborn breathing with Dr. Katherine Rivera-Spoljaric, Pulmonologist at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Learn about normal patterns ...
St. Louis Children’s Ranks in Top 10% in United States
Extraordinary breadth and depth of expertise places Children’s among the nation’s best. ...
SLCH Cares For Heart Disease Patient From Infancy Into Adulthood
In 1987, at 18 months old, Alex Dixon was the first infant at St. Louis Children’s Hospital (SLCH) to successfully ...
St. Louis Children's Ranks No. 1 Among Missouri Children's Hospitals
U.S. News & World Report has again ranked St. Louis Children’s Hospital-Washington University School of Medicine among America’s Best Children’s ...