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Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
412-692-PEDS (7337)
www.chp.edu

Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

mom and dadmom and sonWelcome to Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh, the only hospital in western Pennsylvania devoted solely to the care of infants, children and young adults. The hospital is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top 10 children's hospitals in the country.

Neonatologists care for the tiniest and most critically ill patients in the Level III (highest level) Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU).

Children's Hospital is nationally and internationally recognized for excellence in a wide spectrum of clinical care that includes allergy; cardiology; cardiothoracic surgery; critical care; endocrinology and diabetes; epilepsy; gastroenterology; hematology; immunology and infectious diseases; neurosurgery; oncology; organ, tissue and bone marrow transplantation; orthopaedics; otolaryngology; pediatric surgery; plastic surgery; rheumatology; and urology.

More than 70 board-certified pediatricians provide primary care at 23 convenient locations throughout Allegheny, Armstrong, Butler, Washington and Westmoreland counties through the Children's Community Pediatrics primary care medical network, an affiliate of Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh. Children's also offers no-cost or low-cost education classes throughout the area for parents and children.

babyFor more specific information about our services, visit us online at www.chp.edu. Or visit the Child Health Library section of our Web site for information on specific health topics. To find a pediatrician or specialist near you, please call 412-692-PEDS (7337).


Parent Education Classes Sponsored by Children's Hosptial

Car Seat Safety
As many as 80 percent of the child car seats in use today are installed incorrectly without parents realizing it. Have your car safety seats checked at one of the sites sponsored by Team Educators for Child Safety (TECHS). Appointments are required. Call TECHS at 412-881-9221 for the schedule and an appointment, or visit the website; www.patechs.com. Cost: free.

  • Home Depot, East Liberty ( Thu. July 14 ) 3- 7 p.m.
  • Children’s South, Bethel Park ( Thu. Aug. 11 ) 3-7 p.m.
  • West Deer Municipal Building, West Deer Township ( Thu. Sept. 8 ) 3-7 p.m.
  • Pleasant Hills AAA, Pleasant Hills ( Thu. Oct. 13 ) 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

CPR (Infant and Child)
For parents, babysitters and other adults. Learn the proper emergency response and ways to save an infant or child in this non-certification course. Cost: $30

  • Children’s South, Bethel Park ( Wed., July 27 ) 6- 9 p.m.
  • Children’s North, Wexford ( Sat., Aug. 13 ) 9 a.m.–noon
  • Children’s East, Monroeville ( Sat., Aug. 27 ) 9 a.m.–noon
  • Children’s South, Bethel Park ( Sat., Sept.10 ) 9 a.m.–noon
  • Family Care Connection, Oakland ( Tue. Sept. 13 ) 6-9 p.m.
  • Children’s North, Wexford ( Sat., Oct. 8 ) 9 a.m.–noon
  • Children’s East, Monroeville ( Sat., Oct. 22 ) 9 a.m.–noon

Discipline
Helpful hints for parents of toddlers and preschoolers. Discover age appropriate expectations, the difference between discipline and punishment and options for when children test the limits. Cost: $10

  • Family Care Connection, Oakland ( Wed. Sept. 7 ) 7-9 p.m.
  • Children’s East, Monroeville ( Wed. Sept. 14 ) 7-9 p.m.
  • Children’s North, Wexford ( Wed., Sept. 21 ) 7-9 p.m.
  • Children’s South, Bethel Park ( Wed., Sept. 28 ) 7-9 p.m.

Positive Parenting
For parents of children ages 2-12 years of age. Ever wish parenthood came with instructions? Join us as we explore the challenges of raising kids. The Positive Parenting series offers parents practical ideas for building healthy, happy relationships with their children. The small-group format allows parents to share and learn from each other’s experiences. Parents will learn how to enhance self-esteem for themselves and their children. They also will learn more than 30 discipline techniques that teach children self-control and trust. Other topics include communicating more effectively with children and problem solving. Cost: $30 per person or $50 per couple for the series

  • Children’s South, Bethel Park ( Thu., Sept. 15, 22, 29 ) 7–9 p.m.
  • Children’s North, Wexford ( Mon., Sept., 26 & Oct. 3, 10 ) 7–9 p.m.
  • Children’s East, Monroeville ( Tue., Oct. 4, 11, 18 ) 7–9 p.m.

Weight Management for Families
Parents will learn how to prevent overweight and obesity in children. Explore ways to promote healthy eating and exercise in your family. Cost: free.

  • Family Care Connection, Oakland ( Mon, Oct. 10 ) 6:30 - 8 p.m.
  • Children's South, Bethel Park ( Mon, Oct. 17 ) 6:30 - 8 p.m.
  • Children's North, Wexford ( Sat, Oct.22 ) 9:30 - 11 a.m.


For additional information, please contact:

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Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh
3705 Fifth Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

PHONE: 412-692-7337
WEBSITE: www.chp.edu