Avera McKennan Children's Hospital & Clinics promotes education for pediatric patients, their families and the community.

While your child is hospitalized, certified child life specialists are available to visit you in the hospital and address parenting questions or concerns. Also, our certified family life educators provide community-based education classes for parents and children. You can view our Online Calendar to search for classes and events.

Choose from the resources below to learn how you can make your child's hospital experience more comfortable.

• Preparing for Your Child's Visit
• What to Expect from Your Child
• Parent & Pediatric Education Classes

For more information, call Avera McKennan Children's Center at (605) 322-3600.