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The Parenting Center at Children's Hospital

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The Parenting Center at Children's Hospital

We offer classes, advice by phone, and resources to parents of toddlers to teens.

The Parenting Center, a department of Manning Family Children’s, is dedicated to helping parents and grandparents deal with the ordinary challenges of raising children. The Parenting Center at Children's hospital helps parents and grandparents develop competence and confidence and offers practical parenting suggestions to help with the ordinary stresses of raising children. The staff of parent educators include clinical social workers, an early childhood educator and a registered nurse who help families grow from birth to adolescence. The Parenting Center provides classes, book & video lending libraries, playrooms in two locations, Uptown (with play yard) and Metairie.

11/11/2025

Are you and your teen ready to have The Talk—the one about consent, s*x, and healthy relationships? Whether you're just starting the conversation or ready to dive deeper, we're here to help!

Join us for Growing Up Part 2: The Talk on Thursday, November 13. Teens attend with their parent or caregiver. The class is $20 per teen. Call 504.896.9591 or register online. Link in bio.

11/05/2025

Free Parenting Talk: Let's Talk Teething! 🦷 The Parenting Center is partnering with New Orleans Childrens Dental Center for a free virtual discussion on teething.

Join us on Tuesday, November 18 at 11 am to learn more about what to expect and how to help your child through the process. Email chparenting@LCMChealth.org or DM us for the Zoom link.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from The Parenting Center! 🎃

10/30/2025

Heide Winston, founder of , discusses the impact of social media on child development and shares practical tips for parents.

Parents and teens can join her upcoming workshop, Navigating and Balancing Social Media, on Thursday, November 6 from 5:30-7:30 pm. Register on our website or by calling 504.896.9591. $20 per teen.

10/29/2025

Could you help in an emergency? 🚨 Learn CPR in just two hours — skills that could save a life.

Whether you’re parent or a coach, caring for an aging parent, or simply want to feel prepared for emergencies, this course is for you.

The American Heart Association’s “Family and Friends” non-certification course provide hands-on instruction to teach you the most up-to-date CPR techniques.

Tuesday, November 11
6:30-8:30 pm
Worley Hall, 210 State St.
$35 per person

Call 504.896.9591 or register with the link in our bio.

10/28/2025

👻Boo!👻 We love making cute keepsakes around the holidays. Last week, our families turned their little ones' footprints into spooky ghosts.

Join us for this week’s Art & Messy Play on Wednesday at 10:30 am in the playroom.

Want to learn more about The Parenting Center? Call 504.896.9591 or click the link in our bio.

10/24/2025

Did you know babies are safest sleeping on their back, in their crib, and alone without any blankets or toys? 👶💤

October is Safe Infant Sleep Month and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Awareness Month. In Louisiana, about 90 infants die of SIDS and suffocation every year. Following the Safe Sleep ABCs (Alone, Back, Crib) can help protect your baby.

Learn more and find support:

Safe Sleep Information GiveYourBabySpace.org

Family Support & Coaching partnersforfamilyhealth.org/miechv

The Parenting Center 504.896.9591

Let’s keep our little ones safe every nap, every night. 🌙

10/22/2025

Get your teen ready for social media!📱Led by the founder of Geaux Girl!, Heide Winston, this hands-on workshop will go over the risks and responsibilities of social media and help your teen develop strategies for healthy habits and boundaries. Parents and caregivers participate with their teen (13-17).

Thursday, November 6
5:30–7:30 pm
Worley Hall
$20 per teen

Call 504.896.9591 or register online.

10/20/2025

Are you looking for the best way to support your child through the challenges of divorce and separation? Our Focus on Children Co-Parenting class will teach you effective strategies to limit the impact on your children. Learn practical tools to help both you and your child navigate and adapt to the changing relationships.

Class Details
Date: Wednesday, October 22
Time: 4:30-6:30 PM

Location: The Parenting Center

Cost: $30 per person

Co-parents attend separately. Certificates of attendance will be provided.

Give your child the support they need by building a strong co-parenting foundation. Sign up by calling 504.896.9591.

10/10/2025

Wondering how to talk to your son about puberty? We're here to help!

Join us on Tuesday, October 21 at 6:30 pm for Growing Up for Boys. Led by a medical professional, this class offers a safe space for an age-appropriate discussion on puberty. The class covers topics including male and female anatomy, physical and emotional changes during puberty, and good hygiene practices. Boys attend with a parent or caregiver.

Call 504.896.9591 or sign up online. Link in bio.

Next Class: December 9

10/07/2025

The best car seat isn't always the fanciest, most expensive one–it's the one that fits your child, fits your car, and can be installed correctly every single time. 🚘

Mallory Cash, RN Clinical Manager at Manning Family Children's Trauma Center, shares important tips to help parents and grandparents choose, fit, and install car seats safely. Our certified technicians offer free car seat safety checks the 3rd Tuesday of every month, from 9-11 am.

Register today! Link in bio.

09/26/2025

Let's talk puberty! 💬 Growing Up for Girls is a class designed to support open, healthy communication between girls and their parent/caregiver. Guided by a medical professional, the class covers the physical and emotional changes of puberty with accurate, age-appropriate information. We recommend this class for girls ages 9-12.

Join us Saturday, October 11 from 10 am-noon in Worley Hall. $20 per child. Sign up today! 📱Call 504.896.9591 or visit our website. Link in bio.

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New Orleans, LA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+15048969591

Website

https://www.manningchildrens.org/the-parenting-center/

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