SSM Health Matters Blog
A Mother’s Story Through an Unclear Pregnancy
A SSM Health Cardinal Glennon St. Louis Fetal Care Institute family graciously shared the story of their baby who had ambiguous genitalia on prenatal ultrasound and who was ultimately diagnosed with a disorder of sexual development (DSD).
Son’s hospital became Mom’s second home
When expectant mother Molly Isaak had an anatomy scan at eighteen-and-a-half weeks, it was discovered her still-developing son, River, had a defect in his abdominal wall and part of his intestinal tract was exposed.
Overcoming unexpected health challenges with the help of the GIRAF team
After lifesaving intestinal surgery, Warren needed the specialized care and support of the Glennon Intestinal Rehabilitation and Feeding Team.
From a fear of the unknown to excitement for the future
When their unborn son was diagnosed with Down syndrome, Ashleigh and Nate turned to the SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital St. Louis Fetal Care Institute to get the specialized care they needed.
A Unique Diagnosis for a Truly Exceptional Little Girl
OEIS Syndrome is a rare (1 in 400,000 live births) and complicated condition that affects the lower abdominal wall structures of infants.
"Their love for kids really does keep growing"
The mother of a Cardinal Glennon patient - a former patient herself - shares their family's story about sickle cell disease and working toward a cure.