When scrolling social media, how often do you see posts seeking medical advice or information? Asking friends, acquaintances, or others in parent groups gives us quick feedback and a feeling of community. People often post because the doctor’s office...
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Last month, Mercy shared ways to keep pain in check when our kids are sick. As moms, we can't predict when the germs or viruses will hit, so it's a comfort to have a...
Life with food allergies is something I've dealt with since early childhood. Growing up, I had adverse reactions whenever exposed to my allergens but never knew how to put it into words for my parents. I did not get...
Take note: these cast tips will save you if your child ever breaks a leg!
My dad always told me, “When your child is hurt, you feel it.” When my 3-year-old son broke his leg this past month … boy,...
Need something to pull you back from the edge? These tips may help.
Life is hard. If you’re like most people who have been white-knuckling it through the last 18 months, you may be thinking, “I can’t handle one more...
March 2 is World Teen Mental Wellness Day
Happy March, everyone! I hope you and your family are doing well this year so far. Today I'm here to raise awareness of the mental health of our teens. We seriously need...
Six years ago, our world changed by a simple finger prick.
While we knew cold and flu season had been particularly brutal for us, what we didn't know was that a string of (what seemed like) disparate symptoms would change...
"Children don't choose to melt down. A meltdown is the lower brain's solution to overwhelm. The child has reached a threshold of tolerance and temporarily cannot meet the demands of the environment. We can help by offering presence and...
What would your child put in a calm down box?
Emotions are hard.
Picture this: you are reading a fantasy book about warrior cats minding your own business, when your little brother bursts into the room to play with his noisy...
The life lessons that come from pulling weeds are both beautifully simplistic and deep rooted.
A few weeks ago, I was out in the backyard, pushing one of my boys on the swing set when my next-door neighbor approached me...
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Mom’s Guide to Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and St. Louis Mom has put together the ultimate guide to help you plan for a fun holiday...
