AHN Pediatrics

01/07/2026

Calling all soon-to-be Big Brothers and Big Sisters! 📣

Is your little one ready to embark on the exciting journey of becoming an older sibling? Our Sibling Preparation Class is the perfect way to help children ages 2-6 embrace their new role with confidence and joy! In this class, you and your child will find a supportive and structured environment to navigate this exciting change and learn to manage those "big feelings" together.

Join us at Wexford Hospital for a fun-filled 1.5-hour class led by a Certified Child Life Specialist. Your child will practice caring for a baby with hands-on activities, enjoy interactive stories and songs and get creative with a special craft. As an added bonus, we'll be offering special tours of the Labor and Delivery and Postpartum Units

Here are all the details:
Date: Saturday, January 17th
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: Wexford Hospital 12351 Perry Highway Wexford, PA 15090
Cost: $25 per family

For more information and to register, visit events.ahn.org and search “Sibling”

👉 Important: The deadline for registering is Thursday, January 15th at 9:00 AM!

12/30/2025

Happy New Year from AHN Pediatrics! 🥳🌟

As 2025 comes to a close, we want to extend our warmest wishes for a happy and healthy New Year to all our patients and their families! We are so grateful for your trust in us to care for your children, and we're looking forward to continuing to serve you in the new year.

Please take note of our upcoming office hours:

Wednesday, December 31st: Our outpatient P*P offices will close at 2:00 PM.
Thursday, January 1st: Our outpatient P*P offices will be closed in observance of the New Year holiday.

Even when our offices are closed, support is still available. If you have medical questions or concerns for your child, our after-hours nurses are here to help. You can easily connect with one of our experienced nurses by calling your regular AHN Pediatrics P*P office number. They can offer guidance and help determine the best course of action, potentially saving you an unnecessary trip to urgent care or the emergency room.

Important: For medical emergencies, please call 911 or go directly to your nearest emergency room.

Wishing you and your family a joyful, healthy, and prosperous New Year!!

12/23/2025

Wishing our wonderful patients and their families a truly healthy, happy, and peaceful holiday season! We're incredibly grateful for your trust throughout the year.

To allow our dedicated team to enjoy this special time with their loved ones, our primary care offices will have adjusted holiday hours:

• Christmas Eve (Wednesday, December 24th): Closing at 2:00 PM
• Christmas Day (Thursday, December 25th): Closed
• New Year's Eve (Wednesday, December 31st): Closing at 2:00 PM
• New Year's Day (Thursday, January 1st): Closed

Need care when our offices are closed? Our after-hours nurse line is available 24/7 to provide support and guidance. Simply call your regular pediatric primary care office, and you'll be connected with one of our skilled nurses who can assist with symptom assessment, offer home care advice, connect you with a provider for a video visit, or even link you to our on-call pediatrician. This service can often help you determine the best course of action and avoid unnecessary trips to the emergency department or urgent care. (For life-threatening emergencies, please always call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.)

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to continuing to provide you with exceptional care as your Medical Home in the new year!

12/20/2025

The Mother of All Baby Showers is calling, and AHN Pediatrics is answering! 📞💥

Join us at The Mother of All Baby Showers in Pittsburgh, PA on June 4, 2026. You'll have the chance to meet our dedicated pediatricians and learn about our top-notch NICUs, which provide the highest level of care when it matters most. We're here to support growing families every step of the way!

12/16/2025

What a truly wonderful and heartwarming Sensory Santa event hosted by the Pittsburgh Bureau of Fire and the Pittsburgh Fire Fighters Local No. 1 Union! We were so pleased to be a small part of creating such magical, inclusive, and accessible holiday memories for children in our community.

12/11/2025

Preparing for Parenthood? 👶🍼 AHN Pediatrics has you covered!

Join us for two essential classes designed for new and expectant parents. Meet our providers, get your questions answered, and feel more confident as you welcome your new arrival!

🗓️ Tuesday, December 16th

👶 Baby Basics - 5:15 PM: Meet Dr. Brian Davies from our Bridgeville and McMurray offices for this free virtual class conducted via Teams. Essential topics such as what to expect during your hospital stay and when bringing baby home will be covered. In addition, common newborn concerns such as feeding, safe sleep, soothing a crying baby, diapering, and bathing will be addressed. This class offers many useful tips to help you prepare for your new family addition.

🤱 Breastfeeding 101 - 6:00 PM: Also free and conducted via Teams, join Katie Rich, CRNP, IBCLC (International Board Certified Lactation Consultant) from our Allegheny/Fed North office, for this informative class. Gain knowledge on how to successfully initiate breastfeeding from day one, including key steps to take before delivery. You'll also learn tips on infant positioning and latch-on, as well as what to expect in the hospital and when transitioning home and much more! This session will provide an opportunity to ask questions and/or address concerns, ensuring you feel confident on your breastfeeding journey.

🚨 Don't Miss Out! The deadline to register for both classes is Monday, December 15th at 11:59 PM.

🔗 For more information and to register, visit events.ahn.org and search "Pediatrics".

12/10/2025

Kids learn by watching adults! The tech habits you role model will be considered “normal” by your child. We know that parenting can be exhausting and devices can provide a needed “break,” but it’s important to balance media use with unplugged time spent with the people who matter to you the most. Here are some tips to help you set screen time boundaries and model a healthy relationship with technology to your child. Learn more: https://bit.ly/493RE4x

12/10/2025

11/25/2025

This Thanksgiving season, the AHN Pediatrics team is filled with gratitude!

To allow our dedicated staff to be with their families, our outpatient primary care offices will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 27th, in observance of the holiday.

As a reminder, our after-hours nurse line is available if your child is sick or you have a medical question. Call your regular pediatric office to be connected with one of our wonderful nurses.

We're very thankful for the opportunity to care for your children and for the trust you place in us.

We wish everyone a safe, healthy and HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!

11/21/2025

ATTENTION PREMIER MEDICAL ASSOCIATES PEDIATRICS IRWIN PATIENTS:

The office will be closed today, Friday November 21st, due to an unforeseen plumbing issue. All calls will be answered, and patients can be seen at the Penn Hills office. Patients with appointments today have been notified. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

11/21/2025

11/17/2025

Prepare for Parenthood with AHN Pediatrics! 🍼👶

Expecting or recently welcomed a little one? Join our FREE virtual baby classes conveniently held via Teams! Connect with our expert providers, gain valuable insights and get your questions answered from the comfort of your home.

• Breastfeeding 101: Expectant moms and partners, join Katie Rich, CRNP, IBCLC (Allegheny/Fed North office) to learn how to successfully initiate breastfeeding from day one. Topics include essential steps before delivery, tips for positioning and latch-on, what to expect in the hospital and at home, addressing common concerns and much more!
• Date: November 18th at 6:00 PM
• Register by: TODAY, November 17th at 11:59 PM!

• Baby Basics: New and expectant parents, join Dr. Alexa DeLuca (Bridgeville & McMurray offices) for a comprehensive guide to navigating life with a newborn. This class covers essential topics such as what to expect in the hospital, newborn care fundamentals, understanding and managing a crying child, and other useful information to help you confidently prepare for and enjoy your new addition.
• Date: Wednesday, November 19th at 5:15 PM
• Register by: Tuesday, November 18th at 11:59 PM

For more information and to register, visit events.AHN.org and search “Pediatrics”