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What are you doing this weekend? 👀

Show off those Halloween costumes and celebrate with us at our annual Trunk or Treat this Sunday, October 18! We'll be at Children's Specialty Care Center–South County from 2 to 4:30 p.m. celebrating with candy, a DJ, and a bubble bus. 🫧 We hope to see you there! by @stlchildrens

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3 days ago

Congratulations to Collin, our latest DAISY Award winner, part of @@thedaisyfoundation’s program to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day.

Collin was nominated by a patient's family for his ability to anticipate their needs, ensuring the patient and their caregivers felt supported and had the resources they needed throughout every step of their care.

From arranging activities and age-appropriate play opportunities to coordinating additional support services, Colin found ways to find normalcy and keep the patient engaged while giving the family moments to recharge.

Above all, the family nominated Collin for the genuine connection he built with their child. “He was so considerate with everything he did,” the nomination reads. “He truly made our stay at Children's so pleasant. We loved him!”

Thank you, Collin, for going above and beyond for our patients and their caregivers to make each day a little easier. ❤️ by @stlchildrens

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6 days ago

It's Tuesday, but it's not just 𝘢𝘯𝘺 Tuesday—it's Tuesday Trims, supported by @greatclips! 💇✨

Tuesday Trims take place every second Tuesday of the month and provides patients, siblings, and caregivers complimentary haircuts and hair shampoos in The Child Life Zone Spa for a moment of relaxation and pampering.

Great Clips has proudly supported St. Louis Children’s Hospital for more than 20 years, and Tuesday Trims is another meaningful way they continue to care for and uplift our patient families. ❤️ by @stlchildrens

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12 days ago

It's been two weeks since @greatforestparkballoonrace, but we're still celebrating our balloon rider and St. Louis Children's Hospital warrior, Corinne. 🎈

Now 18 years old, Corinne's cancer journey began in 9th grade when she felt unexplained pain in her shoulder and arm. Eventually she received a diagnosis of Ewing sarcoma and underwent a round of chemotherapy during her freshman year of high school at @sitemancancercenter Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital.

After a few months of remission, an annual exam in 2024 showed that the cancer has returned and metastasized. After bravely undergoing a procedure and another round of chemo, Corinne is now in her junior year of college studying Chemical Engineering at @missourisandt. Her career aspirations? To become a physician—likely in oncology—to support kids like her.

Thank you so much for representing St. Louis Children's this past weekend, Corinne! You make us proud every single day. by @stlchildrens

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15 days ago

Since the launch of St. Louis Children's at CoxHealth, we have been reaching new heights for our community. This morning, we marked one of the biggest: a topping out ceremony that placed the final beam on the Children's Specialty Care Center.

Before the final beam went up, community partners and leaders gathered around it to sign their names. Those signatures will stay with the building for good, inside a 133,000-square-foot home for kids' care in the Ozarks.

Sarah Becker, VP and Administrator of St. Louis Children's at CoxHealth, told the crowd the day was about "something bigger than the placement of a steel beam."

"We're creating a destination where families can access expert pediatric care in their own community," she said.

For @washumedicine's Dr. Matthew Alder, Pediatrician-in-Chief and Chief Medical Officer, St. Louis Children's at CoxHealth, the reason behind it all is simple: "This is what doing what's right for kids looks like."

Support reached across our community, as well. @cityofsgf Mayor Jeff Schrag called the project a significant commitment by CoxHealth and @stlchildrens to the future of southwest Missouri. Dr. Matthew Stinson, President and CEO of @jordanvalleyhealth, shared what it means for local families: "This investment means that the future of pediatric health care in the Ozarks is brighter than ever."

Then the crane lifted, and the final beam rose into place. 🏗️

When the Children’s Specialty Care Center opens in 2027, families won't have to travel far for world-class pediatric care. It will be right here at home. 💙 by @stlchildrens

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15 days ago

🎃 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐨𝐤𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐧𝐤 𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭!🎃

Join us Sunday, October 18 from 2-4:30 p.m. at Children's Specialty Care Center–South County for:

🍬A DJ and bubble bus
🍬A safe celebration
🍬(Nut free) candy, of course!

No RSVP needed. We'll see you there! by @stlchildrens

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17 days ago

Certified Child Life Specialist, Lindy, and her partner-in-care, @duodogsinc Dog Casey, support children and families not only through the medical aspects of their experience, but through the emotional and developmental challenges that come with being a child in the hospital.

"Duo Dog Casey and I are most inspired by the courage of our patients and families. We're passionate about creating moments of normalcy, control, and connection for kids who are going through something that is anything but normal, and helping the whole family feel heard and empowered," says Lindy.

Casey can provide comfort when a child is scared, motivation when they don't want to get out of bed, and a reason to smile on a day when everything feels difficult. He also gives them an opportunity to focus on something completely unrelated to treatment by petting him, talking to him, playing with him, or just sitting in silence together.

"For a few minutes, they get to just be kids with their buddy Casey," says Lindy. "He really makes the most impact when he becomes part of their hospital routine—whether that is meeting them in the waiting room and getting his height and weight first, sitting in the chair with them during a poke, or knowing they get to take him for a walk as soon as the hard part of their day is done. They know that when he walks through the door, he is there specifically to see them."

Thank you, Lindy and Duo Dog Casey, for being a trusted source of comfort for our kids. ❤️🐶 #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth by @stlchildrens

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18 days ago

"There is so much more to each of these kids than the word 'cancer.' They are funny, adventurous, silly, determined, kind, and incredibly resilient."

Like others at @sitemancancercenter Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital, nurse practitioner Katie is "continually inspired by how hard these kids fight. Even on their hardest days, they find a way to keep putting one foot in front of the other, and their strength and resilience are incredible to witness."

Katie knows that families going through a childhood cancer diagnosis are going through something incredibly hard. She prioritizes being an advocate for caregivers as well as their kids. "I want them to feel heard, supported, and included in every decision and plan. I want them to feel like part of the team, because they know their child better than anyone."

Katie also embodies what it means to do what's right for kids by supporting each patient as the unique individual that they are.

Thank you, Katie, for celebrating and caring for each patient as the unique person they are. ❤️ #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth by @stlchildrens

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19 days ago

During Emily's senior year of high school, she was placed as a volunteer at @sitemancancercenter Kids at St. Louis Children's Hospital for a service project—and the rest is history.

First a hematology/oncology nurse and now a nurse practitioner, she's constantly inspired by the strength and resilience of our patients and their families. Her passion lies in being able to equip families with the knowledge they need to be the best health advocate for their child, and for the child to eventually advocate for themselves. And that confidence can make a big difference.

"It's so rewarding to see and visit with patients after a routine outpatient visit and see them doing so well. I wish everyone could walk the floors of our unit to see all of the joyful children, and to experience a child ringing the bell at the end of treatment course. It's truly the best."

Thank you, Emily, for supporting our kids and their families through every stage of their care. ❤️ #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth by @stlchildrens

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20 days ago

When you see Bishop run down the halls of St. Louis Children's Hospital, you'd probably never guess that he has cerebral palsy—or that his parents once thought he'd never be able to walk.

Bishop's mobility and speed is possible thanks to a groundbreaking procedure pioneered at St. Louis Children's: 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗗𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗵𝗶𝘇𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗺𝘆 (𝗦𝗗𝗥) 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝘀𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗮𝗹𝘀𝘆 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘀.

And even though more than 5,000 SDR procedures have been performed at St. Louis Children's for patients from around the world, seeing each child thrive never loses its magic.❤️

Learn more about Bishop's story at the link in our bio. by @stlchildrens

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22 days ago

We love our neighbors and friends at @stlchildrens / @bjc_healthcare! Thank you for bringing even more magic to the Great Forest Park Balloon Race by being a contributing sponsor for another wonderful year. We have deep admiration for St. Louis Children’s Hospital / BJC Healthcare’s dedication and care for young patients and their families in our community. ⛅️🎈✨

If you got a chance to snap a photo at the BJC Healthcare Photo Deck this year - tag us in your pics! 📸

📸: @stl_from_above, @tylersmall314, @antoniotharris taken in The Great Forest Park Balloon Race by @stlchildrens

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