Zest Pediatrics of Fox Chapel

09/25/2025

Dr. Hellstern has arrived in Denver for the annual American Academy of Pediatrics conference! And trust us - she worked hard to get there! It's tough work scootin' around with a broken foot... and even tougher when the big suitcase breaks and you have to push around two little suitcases! But she did it, and she's ready to learn the latest and greatest in pediatrics!

09/22/2025

This looks so cute!

🧡🧡Calling all Swifties 🧡🧡
T.S. MINI CLASS with
When: Saturday, October 4, 4-5pm
Where: Periwinkle Fox in Highland Park
What: BEJEWELED PHOTO FRAMES. We’ll have a photo booth set up for instant photos and use those photos to create T.S. inspired photo frames to take home. Ages 5+
Cost: $20
RSVP: Online via website

09/22/2025

Look at this bejeweled princess! 💎

Riley was so excited to "get her earrings in" today at Dr. Hellstern's office, and Dr. H was thrilled to give her a positive experience.

Reach out if you are interested in learning more about medical ear piercing by a Zest Pediatrician!

09/19/2025

Friends give friends flu shots! 😄

Dr. Hayley got her flu shot today (thanks to Dr. Marisa with Pediatrics of South Hills), so she's protected for the season!

We have Flu & COVID vaccines available, so let us know when you'd like to schedule yours!

09/17/2025

Dr. Hellstern gets asked about vaccines all the time, and she loves sharing trustworthy, evidence-based information with her families!

A common question she gets is, "If I follow the recommended schedule, isn't it too much all at once for my baby?"

The answer is... No, it isn't!

Check out this great infographic from CHOP to find out why!

09/16/2025

One of the things Dr. Hellstern loves most about being a Zest Pediatrician is that her patients are like family. 🥰

One of her Zest families brought her this STUNNING bouquet of home-grown dahlias! We hope you enjoy them as much as we do!

And if you have an upcoming visit at the office, you might be able to catch these beautiful flowers while they're still fresh!

08/12/2025

💡 𝙏𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙏𝙞𝙙𝙗𝙞𝙩𝙨! 💡

Happy Tuesday, parents! Today's Tidbit is all about the power of Zzz's. Sleep is absolutely crucial for your child's growth, development, mood, and even their immune system. But how do you make sure they're getting enough?

Here are our top tips for ensuring your little one gets the sleep they need:

🌙 Find out their age-based sleep needs
☁ While every child is different, the average gradeschooler needs about 9-12 hours per night, and teens need 8-10 hours per night. Consider this when deciding what time your child should be going to bed!

🌙 Avoid over-scheduling
☁ Extracurriculars are great, but be cautious about activities that encroach on bedtime.

🌙 Start your bedtime routine early
☁ "Book, bath, bed" is a popular and effective one.

🌙 Set the mood
☁ A warm bath, a story, quiet playtime, and dimming the lights can signal to their body that it's time to wind down.

🌙 Model healthy sleep habits.
☁ Remember, our children mimic us whether we like it or not!

Getting enough sleep is a game-changer for kids (and parents!). What are your family's best sleep secrets? ⬇Share below!⬇

At Zest Pediatrics, we’re here for more than just checkups.
We’re your partner in raising healthy, happy kids—body and mind. 💛

08/05/2025

𝙏𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙏𝙞𝙙𝙗𝙞𝙩𝙨! 💡

Hey everyone! It's Tuesday Tidbits time, and today we're making handwashing fun! We all know how important it is for our little ones to wash their hands thoroughly, but sometimes it's tough to get them to scrub for long enough. The solution? Sing a song! 🎶🎤

Singing helps kids understand how long they need to wash, and it makes the whole process much more enjoyable. Aim for about 20 seconds, or the length of these classic tunes:

🎵 "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star"
🎵 "The ABC Song"
🎵 "Mary Had A Little Lamb"
🎵 "Row, Row, Row Your Boat" (sing it twice!)
🎵 "The Wheels on the Bus"
🎵 "If You're Happy and You Know It"

You can even change up the lyrics to make it more fun (Example: if you're sudsy and you know it, rinse your hands)!

What songs do your kids love to sing while washing up?
Share your favorites ⬇below⬇

At Zest Pediatrics, we’re here for more than just checkups.
We’re your partner in raising healthy, happy kids—body and mind. 💛

07/29/2025

𝙏𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮 𝙏𝙞𝙙𝙗𝙞𝙩𝙨! 💡

Do you have a teething baby?

Here are some of our favorite tricks to help them.

🩵 Offer a variety of teething toys
🩵 Freeze a wet washcloth for them to chew on
🩵 Make frozen breastmilk popsicles
🩵 Give Tylenol or Motrin as needed (baby must be 6+ months for Motrin)

Another fun one for older babies is to give them a refrigerated strawberry 🍓, peach🍑, or slice of watermelon🍉!

At Zest Pediatrics, we’re here for more than just checkups.
We’re your partner in raising healthy, happy kids—body and mind. 💛💚💙

07/25/2025

🎉 COMING SOON! 🎉

We're thrilled to announce that Dr. Hellstern's brand new office in Aspinwall is almost ready to open its doors! Just a few touch-ups and some furniture to move in.

She plans to officially begin seeing patients at the new Aspinwall location on September 1st.

Can you tell how excited she is?? 😁

07/24/2025

Come find Dr. H at Aspinwall's Alley Bash tonight! She has lots of goodies to hand out :)

07/24/2025

New parent? At Zest Pediatrics, we are here for you. 💜

As pediatricians, we care about your whole family. We are here to help if you are noticing signs of postpartum anxiety and/or depression, and we can help you figure out how to get the care you need. Remember that you can text or call us anytime - 24/7.

New mom? If you're not feeling like yourself, you are not alone. Make sure you're aware of common signs of postpartum depression & reach out to your healthcare provider to discuss how you're feeling.💜