St. Robert Pediatrics

04/02/2026

Tick season is here! ☀️🌿🕷️

A few simple steps can help protect your family:

✔️ Use insect repellent (look for DEET or picaridin) when spending time outdoors
✔️ Wear long sleeves and tuck pants into socks in wooded or grassy areas
✔️ Do daily tick checks—especially behind ears, along the hairline, under arms, and behind knees
✔️ Shower after being outside to help wash off any unattached ticks

If you find a tick:
• Use fine-tipped tweezers to grasp it as close to the skin as possible
• Pull upward with steady, even pressure (don’t twist or jerk)
• Clean the area well with soap and water or alcohol
• Avoid “home remedies” like petroleum jelly or heat—they don’t work and can make things worse

Keep an eye on the bite for redness, rash, fever, or flu-like symptoms, and call us if you have concerns.

Stay safe and enjoy the outdoors!!

03/30/2026

Over-the-counter doesn’t always mean risk-free—especially for kids. This quick read helps break down what’s safe, what to avoid, and when to check in with your pediatrician. 💙

​"Over-the-counter" (OTC) means you can buy the medicine without a doctor's prescription. Talk with your child's doctor or pharmacist before giving your child any medicine, especially the first time.

03/16/2026

This is a major win for keeping children healthy and safe!! So glad to hear this is the outcome!

A federal judge in Boston has temporarily blocked key parts of HHS’s childhood vaccine policy after ruling in a case brought by the AAP and other medical organizations.

A stay granted by Judge Brian Murphy halts the implementation of HHS’s reduced childhood immunization schedule released earlier this year and halts the 13 recently appointed members of the ACIP vaccine advisory panel from serving ahead of their planned meeting later this week. The court also invalidated prior votes taken by the panel to change vaccine recommendations.

02/18/2026

In case you didn’t know — or just needed the reminder — you don’t have to leave town for pediatric care. 💙

We offer:
✔ Same-day sick visits
✔ Well-child visits
✔ Sports physicals
✔ Ongoing care from newborn through teen years

Right here in the St. Robert/Waynesville area!

📞 Call us at (573) 336-8990.
🩺 Currently welcoming new patients!!

02/12/2026

There’s a lot of information out there about childhood vaccines, and it can feel overwhelming at times. 💛

This a helpful article that walks through each recommended vaccine and what it protects against in a clear, easy-to-understand way. We’re also always here to answers your questions!

Have you ever wondered why babies get vaccines starting from the day they're born? One big reason: the youngest of us are most at risk of getting sick. It's also the time in your child's development that their immune system learns the most from the vaccine. Learn more about the vaccines pediatrician...

01/30/2026

Happy Friday! 🥳🤩 We have a fun little friend hanging out with us lately - make sure to say hi when we see you next!

01/26/2026

❄️❄️ Due to the snow and ice, our office will be closed today. We are still available by phone and the patient portal. Call us if you need us!

Please be safe if you need to go out! Everyone stay warm 🔥

01/23/2026

❄️❄️ With the winter weather heading our way, we are keeping a close eye on the snow and the roads. As of right now, we are open a full day tomorrow. If that changes, we will let you know! You can also call our office or message through the patient portal.

Stay safe and warm!! 🌨️

01/21/2026

It can be so hard to know what to do when your child is sick or injured, especially after hours. 🤒 Before heading to the ER, this article shares helpful tips on when the ER is needed and what to expect.

If you’re unsure what to do, you can call our office number any time, including after hours - we have nurses available after hours and on weekends to help answer any questions you have. ❤️

injuries-emergencies~The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) gives 10 tips to help you know what to expect and be better prepared when your time comes to visit the emergency room.​

01/20/2026

It’s Taco Tuesday and National Cheese Lover’s Day, which feels less like a coincidence and more like destiny! 🌮🧀 Happy Tuesday, everyone! 😀

01/16/2026

It’s easy for screen use to feel out of control and overwhelming. Here’s a quick tip to help your child develop healthier digital habits. Creating “tech free” zones helps make sure that screens aren’t crowding out valuable in-person interactions. For more digital media tips, visit https://bit.ly/4phVDzU

01/15/2026

🦠 RSV Season Update for Families

We’re seeing an increase in RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) in our community, and we want families to be informed and prepared.

What is RSV?
RSV is a very common respiratory virus. For many children it looks like a cold, but it can cause more serious breathing problems in infants, young toddlers, and children with certain medical conditions.

Common symptoms include:
• Runny nose and congestion
• Cough
• Fever
• Decreased appetite
• Wheezing or fast breathing

When should you call us or seek care urgently?
Please contact our office or seek urgent care if your child has:
• Trouble breathing (fast breathing, chest pulling in, flaring nostrils)
• Poor feeding or fewer wet diapers
• Lethargy or difficulty waking
• Bluish lips or face
• Symptoms that are worsening instead of improving

How can families help reduce spread?
• Wash hands often
• Keep sick children home when possible
• Avoid close contact with infants if you’re ill
• Clean frequently touched surfaces
• Stay up to date on recommended vaccines, including flu and COVID

For many children, RSV is mild and improves with supportive care at home. If you’re unsure whether your child needs to be seen, please call us—we’re always happy to help guide you. We also have after hours nurses who can talk you through things if you’re unsure.

Thank you for helping keep our community’s kids healthy. 💙

— Dr. Sanders and Ms. Wilson