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Resources for Parents

The resources in this area can help you plan for your child's visit to Avera Children's and assist with parenting as your child grows.

Classes - Pregnancy, Parenting and More

We invite you to participate in our wide range of pregnancy, childbirth and parenting classes. Our classes are designed to help you in making the decision to become a parent, offer you advice for maintaining a healthy pregnancy, prepare you and your family for the childbirth experience and help you develop the confidence and skills for parenting.

Child Development Newsletters

Feedings. Play. Safety. Health. There are so many things to think about when you have a new child in the family. Avera is here to help! Avera Children’s Hospital & Clinics, along with the Sioux Empire United Way, is proud to bring you newsletters that provide helpful tips and fun ways to aid your child’s development in these early years of life. Access the newsletters now »

Your Child's Hospital Visit

Helping Prepare Your Child for Hospitalization

Avera Children's is staffed by pediatric specialists, and focused on family-centered care. We want you and your family to have the best possible experience while you're here. Understanding that a hospital stay can be confusing and frightening for a child, we offer information that may help your child prepare for hospitalization.

Advice Videos and Guides

Pediatric Advice Videos

Get advice from Avera Children's pediatricians on important health topics for children. Choose the 'email this link' to share the video with others. Access the videos now »

Medical Guides

Children have specific instructions and needs when faced with illnesses and other medical conditions. The following Medical Guides will assist parents in preparing for their child's needs. These guides should never replace the advice of your physician or health care provider. Access the guides now »

Multimedia and News

Avera Medical Minutes

The Avera Medical Minute program gives you the latest in children's health care news. Click on a link below for a specific topic or visit KSFY for an archive of all stories.

News Room

Read the following News Room articles to learn more about Avera Children's.

Housecalls

Housecalls is an online audio podcast focused on your health. Deb Soholt, RN and Jim Woster discuss important health and community topics each week.

Visit the Safe Kids USA website, to learn more about steps taken to eliminate “Forgotten Child” deaths