Joy & Crown Pediatric Specialists

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. In the quiet neighborhood of Maplewood, Dr. Sarah’s office at Joy & Crown Pediatric Specialists had a reputation for calming even the most anxious kids. But one day, as a delivery driver pulled up outside, he muttered under his breath, ‘I’ve never seen so many stuffed animals in one waiting room.’ As he looked around, he saw not just toys but also a life-size dinosaur statue and a giant teddy bear that seemed to be watching over everything. A neighbor passing by chuckled and said, 'That’s why they call it Joy & Crown—because every kid leaves here smiling!'

2. One morning, a delivery driver pulled up to Joy & Crown with an unusual request: ‘I need to see Dr. Sarah,’ he said. When asked why, he replied, ‘Because I’ve been dreaming about her ever since my package got delivered here last week.’ Dr. Sarah emerged from her office, curious but amused. She greeted the driver warmly and asked him gently, 'Are you sure you're not mistaking me for someone else?' The driver smiled sheepishly and admitted, 'Well, your name is on the door, but I've also been dreaming of a little crown that keeps appearing in my dreams.' Dr. Sarah laughed heartily and invited him inside, explaining that the crown was just their clinic’s mascot statue. Everyone left smiling, knowing it would be another memorable day at Joy & Crown.

3. In the late afternoon, a delivery driver pulled up to Joy & Crown with an unusual package wrapped in brightly colored paper. As he approached the door, he overheard a familiar voice whispering from inside: 'I hope they like their surprise!' Curious, the delivery driver peeked through the window and saw a little girl dressed as a unicorn, handing out candies to patients and staff alike. ‘Surprise!’ she giggled, revealing her own colorful wrapping paper hat. The driver smiled, shook his head, and quietly left, thinking it was one of those days when joy really does come in unexpected packages.’

4. Late one night, a delivery driver pulled up to Joy & Crown with a mysterious package. As he approached the door, a soft humming sound filled the air—coming from inside the pediatric specialists’ office. Curious, he peered through the window and saw a tiny patient happily playing with a toy bear while a nurse danced along to an old vinyl record. Turns out, it was just another late-night dance party hosted by Joy & Crown’s staff for their little patients. The delivery driver left smiling, thinking maybe joy really does come in small packages.