STHS Parenting Center

STHS Parenting Center The St. Being a parent is a challenge. Sometimes you can use a little help, and the Parenting Center is ready for you.

Tammany Parish Hospital Parenting Center promotes confidence and competence in parenting, encourages optimal child development, and enhances the well-being of the family as a whole! Some people with young children utilize the center to help their children socialize with others without experiencing the trauma of separation anxiety. Some families utilize the center as a support system to help valid

ate the very difficult job of parenting. This also gives them the opportunity to observe that many of the behaviors of their children are normal! For parents who are juggling more than one child, our programs give parents an opportunity to share individual quality time with each. As parents, it is nice to learn how other parents deal with the same challenges. Parents and caregivers may take advantage of the many programs that are offered to the community that deal with a variety of parenting issues. The Parenting Center is not just for parents with problems. The center is for parents who want to build on their parenting skills while developing positive self-esteem in their children. The Parenting Center is not affiliated with planned pregnancy organizations, nor does it scrutinize anyone’s parenting skills. We are all in this learning process together! The Parenting Center is not a day care or drop-off program. Most of our activities are interactive opportunities for parents with their children.

We love to share wonderful moments, and we are proud to share that our Parenting Center Tapestry that was hand painted b...
05/22/2026

We love to share wonderful moments, and we are proud to share that our Parenting Center Tapestry that was hand painted by Kara Lutz (former Parenting Center member mom) has been framed and is on full display as you enter the front door of the Parenting Center. Kara currently also has several pieces on display at the main hospital that are also for sale. Congratulations Kara!!

Today we say goodbye to one of our favorite Parenting Center staff members-Marla Rabalais. Marla is retiring after wor...
05/15/2026

Today we say goodbye to one of our favorite Parenting Center staff members-Marla Rabalais. Marla is retiring after working for the St. Tammany Parenting Center as a health educator for the last 5 years. Marla has touched many lives and we wish her well for her next phase of life and all that it will bring!!

Congratulations to our six Ambassadors for the first quarter of 2026! 🎉The St. Tammany Health System Ambassador Program ...
05/13/2026

Congratulations to our six Ambassadors for the first quarter of 2026! 🎉

The St. Tammany Health System Ambassador Program recognizes colleagues and volunteers who consistently demonstrate outstanding customer service and embody our mission of compassionate care. ❤️

Please join us in celebrating our honorees:
⭐ Dillan Williams, IT
⭐ Jodi Tolliver, STHS Parenting Center
⭐ Daley Harrington, Home Health
⭐ Rachel Givens, Adult ICU
⭐ Sunny Johnson, Inpatient Speech Therapy
⭐ Melissa Bourque, Home Health

Thank you all for the dedication, kindness and excellence you bring to our patients, colleagues and community every day!

The Parenting Center is proud to host some upcoming informational classes that would be beneficial to all parents/caregi...
05/08/2026

The Parenting Center is proud to host some upcoming informational classes that would be beneficial to all parents/caregivers of children of all ages and stages. The classes are available to attend in person or virtually and are free to attend. Information about each class and how to register can be found below!

Parenting with Love and Limits Monday, May 18th; 6-8 p.m.
We know that parenting has its challenges. Please join Parenting Center Educator, Kayli Coleman, as she offers positive strategies for guiding your child's behavior with both love and limits. This class may be attended in-person or virtually. Please indicate which format you will participate in during registration. Virtual attendants will receive a virtual link following registration. COST: Free

Nurturing Self-Motivated Children Monday, June 1st; 6-8p.m.
Children who are self-motivated typically have higher dedication, improved learning, better emotional well-being and so much more. Please join Parenting Center Educator Kayli Coleman as she shares techniques parents can use to increase their children's internal motivation with long lasting effects. This class can be attended virtually or in person. Please sign-up online Cost: Free

Both classes will be held at the St. Tammany Hospital for those wanting to attend in person. To register for these free classes, please go to our website - www.sttammany.health and scroll to the bottom where the class tiles are located to select the class/es you want to register for.

If you have any questions, please email parentingcenter@stph.org or call 985-898-4435.

04/28/2026

In the newest episode of Healthy Living, Kayli Coleman takes us inside the STHS Parenting Center and the ways it’s helping families connect in meaningful ways.

As a Certified Autism Center, the team is also specially trained to support Autistic individuals and their families with care and understanding.

Learn more: https://www.sttammany.health/parentingcenter

May is quickly approaching, that means summer will be here before you know it. We have a fun-filled May filled with ou...
04/24/2026

May is quickly approaching, that means summer will be here before you know it. We have a fun-filled May filled with our weekly interactive classes, our fun Craft & Bond time - with an extra special craft for Mother's Day, our special guests from Love on a Leash visiting with their friendly pups, a field-trip to the Bayou Lacombe Wildlife Refuge and many fun learning opportunities for the whole family with our Safe@Home, Birds, Bees & Me: A Talk for Girls, two Safesitter classes and a new class - Parenting with Love and Limits.

All class descriptions can be see on the back of the monthly calendar or on our website www.sttammany.health where you can also register for any of the classes. If you have any questions, please, email parentingcenter@stph.org or call us at 985-898-4435. We can't wait to see you and your families.

04/24/2026

🏡 In this episode of Healthy Living, Lori Cage highlights the STHS Parenting Center’s new home on Koop Drive and the wide range of services available to families.

From parenting and babysitting classes to playdates and fun events like the Monster Mash fall celebration, the Parenting Center is here to support families every step of the way. ❤️

Learn more: https://www.sttammany.health/parentingcenter

04/21/2026

Advancing Autism care on the Northshore ✨

In this episode, we sat down with Terri Johnston, Director of Learning and Development at St. Tammany Health System, to talk about how their Autism Initiative is making a real difference for Autistic children, adults and their families.

From sensory-friendly tools to staff training and inclusive programs, this initiative is helping create more supportive, understanding healthcare experiences across the Northshore.

💻 Learn more about Autism resources and support at sttammany.health/autism

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21404 Koop Drive
Covington, LA
70471

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 1pm
Tuesday 9am - 1pm
Wednesday 9am - 1pm
Thursday 9am - 1pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

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+19858984435

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