Pediatrician, COVID cautious, passionate about ADHD and mental health. Mom of young adults & sugar gliders. she/her/hers Fellow peds, check out PedSky: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/feed/PedSky drkristenstuppy.substack.com https://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.networkhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mzl5bp6pws2mIf Republican leaders are smart they’ll read the room and act as if they see the election results. Do what the people want, not what they have been working toward. Because it’s obvious the masses don’t like it.05 Nov 2026 15:04 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mzl5bp6pws2mhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mywtrwsdjs2pSame. It’s a distinct separation of fact vs fear driven parenting. [contains quote post or other embedded content]28 Oct 2026 13:21 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mywtrwsdjs2phttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3myqmra4jwc2sI am looking forward to the end of the political ads and calls. It would be a bonus if we could have them stop all of the ads and calls if we reach a certain percentage of votes cast. That could make even more people head to the polls early, but I do love that so many have already voted.26 Oct 2026 01:59 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3myqmra4jwc2shttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mxeqhkkkmc2gI’ve had several things arrive with significant delays through USPS lately. Thankfully my area has drop boxes around town to leave ballots and offers early voting for several weeks prior to elections. This helps to insure everyone has a chance to vote. But I would not mail a ballot. [contains quote post or other embedded content]08 Oct 2026 15:08 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mxeqhkkkmc2ghttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mxcwm2xpec27All the kids getting measles these days are at risk of neurologically deteriorating and dying years after seeming to recover. If only there was a safe way to prevent this… [There is. Well meaning parents are simply choosing to avoid the prevention.] [contains quote post or other embedded content]07 Oct 2026 21:53 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mxcwm2xpec27https://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mx33tkqjhk2zTeens with ADHD often complain that they feel left out or that they don’t have friends. Parents can help guide them to use social skills and regulate emotions before they lose control to help them feel like they fit in better without masking who they really are. https://drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/helping-adolescents-with-adhd-navigate04 Oct 2026 19:05 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mx33tkqjhk2zhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mwvshygfmc2bFMLA paperwork is not appropriate for parents with sick kids. It’s impossible to fill out. If I had a crystal ball, I’d play the lottery. As it is, I don’t know how to answer the questions.02 Oct 2026 16:34 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwvshygfmc2bhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mwgarl46xs2jI cannot stand Doc Marshall. He should know better about a lot of the poor public health platforms he endorses based on his medical training. I hope Rev. Hamilton can push him out. During early COVID years Hamilton was very pro-science so I think he'll be good for Kansas. https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/kansas-senate-roger-marshall-adam-hamilton-midterm-elections-2026 https://www.ms.now/rachel-maddow-show/maddowblog/kansas-senate-roger-marshall-adam-hamilton-midterm-elections-2026?cid=sm_fb_maddow&fbclid=IwY2xjawUkklpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6qwCwFioVyl9puf5EHLp4-kDJhd--rBzK2F3MSH-9Yg9N-2E_Du1buCHZL5g_aem_1PXsWl2KCJozzuLF2STtFQ26 Sep 2026 12:07 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mwgarl46xs2jhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mw6mq3jekk2xI remember the days of trying to help my child calm down by suggesting they take a deep breath, but all that led to was a louder yell. Triggered brains, especially ADHD brains, don't work well, and even calm, rational words can hit wrong. Learn more https://drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/when-talking-makes-things-worse-how23 Sep 2026 11:20 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mw6mq3jekk2xhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mvvucc5ckk2lI have the option of another mRNA or Novavax. I’m in my mid 50s. What are the pros and cons of each? I wanted the novavax before but never had a chance to get it. Now I’m not sure which to do…19 Sep 2026 23:42 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvvucc5ckk2lhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mvs4och2r22wThe anti science group is active. We need to be too. [contains quote post or other embedded content]18 Sep 2026 12:01 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvs4och2r22whttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mvi4sbj7n22vThere’s no quick fix. Prevention is best. We have the tools but don’t always use them, which leads to regret and the demand for a quick cure. [contains quote post or other embedded content]14 Sep 2026 12:36 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvi4sbj7n22vhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mvfnm4r45c2lEven though some of us have tried to state the risks, warnings fall on deaf ears. [contains quote post or other embedded content]13 Sep 2026 12:59 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mvfnm4r45c2lhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mui3mdynss2wA USPS package made it from several states away to the city next to mine, went a little further north but still in the KC area, then to Minnesota. It’s been traveling the country for 3 weeks and I needed it a month ago. The postal service person I spoke with basically said I just have to wait. 📦01 Sep 2026 18:50 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mui3mdynss2whttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mtd7l2ww3k2bThis is exciting to hear. It validates what many of us in healthcare suspect- we’d save more lives for less money if we start universal healthcare. [contains quote post or other embedded content]18 Aug 2026 02:52 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtd7l2ww3k2bhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3msrmm3rrwk2mWhat exactly can an executive order mean if it cannot be fulfilled? There are no separate measles, mumps, and rubella vaccines. We cannot separate out the MMR, nor is there any reason to based on large well done studies showing safety and efficacy of the MMR. But will we be forced to give nothing?11 Aug 2026 02:58 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3msrmm3rrwk2mhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mry5wh3dis2hBrilliant [contains quote post or other embedded content]31 Jul 2026 23:58 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mry5wh3dis2hhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mrmyjhl55k26Most kids with ADHD hear plenty about what they struggle with, but not about why their brain works the way it does or what they can do to thrive. That's why I love TEACH Me ADHD, an interactive online course for 8-12-year-olds and their parents. Learn more in my latest newsletter. Please share! https://drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/fall-teach-me-adhd-is-coming-join27 Jul 2026 13:22 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrmyjhl55k26https://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mrefdrpsyc2wThe children in charge are finding new ways to kill people. [contains quote post or other embedded content]24 Jul 2026 03:18 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrefdrpsyc2whttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mqrdhxjaik2tIt’s impossible to avoid AI these days, but I’m concerned about how our kids will be impacted growing up with AI. They're part of a social experiment that no one agreed to. Learn more in my latest post. https://drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/when-ai-becomes-a-best-friend16 Jul 2026 13:24 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqrdhxjaik2thttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mqfalolzp22fMy heart is full after getting this by email after the recent ADHDKCTeen event. It's why I do what I do. Comments shared with permission. Creating a place where tweens and teens with ADHD feel understood, connected, and excited to come back is exactly why we started this group. adhdkc.org for more11 Jul 2026 18:00 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqfalolzp22fhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mq36bwqm7s2bKids’ sleep struggles aren’t solved by gummies, lotions, or oils. I wrote about what actually helps, what doesn’t, special considerations (ADHD, ASD, anxiety) & when to seek help. Melatonin, magnesium, lavender, CBD, weighted blankets and more. Full post: https://drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/before-you-reach-for-a-sleep-aid07 Jul 2026 17:52 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq36bwqm7s2bhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mpo6qjv6is2nDuring this heat wave I’ve had a few families ask about medications and heat related illness. Let’s talk about the risks and how to stay safe in the heat. There are general tips for everyone but special attention is needed for those on medications that increase risk. ADHD anxiety allergy depression https://drkristenstuppy.substack.com/p/medications-and-heat-waves02 Jul 2026 13:56 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpo6qjv6is2nhttps://connect.medsky.network/profile/pediatricskc.medsky.network/post/3mp4d23i2nk2eI'm all for vaccines and believe the military should require flu vaccines. But we can't blame the April decision to stop mandatory vaccines, as seems to be happening in the news. Flu vaccines are given in the Fall and protection wanes over time. We shouldn't cherry pick either.25 Jun 2026 11:25 +0000at://did:plc:xitpfrpmistljpssx3i6csfd/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp4d23i2nk2e