There's an App for That: PedsPartner Connects You with Children’s Health Info

Parenting is one of life’s most rewarding yet challenging journeys. As a parent, you want to provide the best care for your child, but the vast amount of information, advice and ever-changing guidelines can be overwhelming.

That's where pediatric apps, like PedsPartner app, comes in. These apps have revolutionized the way parents manage their child’s health, development and well-being.

With the PedsPartner app, the experts at Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital are always just a tap away. Whether you need to find a doctor, after-hours care or are seeking advice for common and rare pediatric conditions, this app for parents and caregivers has it all.

The app is divided into various sections for easy-to-use access of important information:

• Symptom Checker – Babies, unfortunately, don’t come with an instruction manual. For answers to your questions as you navigate the first weeks, months and years with your child, our symptom checker can help.
• Where should you take your child for treatment?
  • Find a Doctor – search our directory to find the perfect doctor for your child
  • Locations – quick access to Children’s Hospital facilities and points of care
  • ExpressCARE – find a location in or near your community for easy access
  • Emergency – quick connections to Poison Center, 911 and ERs
• Parent Advice – for answers to questions about behaviors, eating and wellness
• First Aid – for quick reference when time is precious
• Meds – for help with dosages and maintaining a list of your child’s medications
• Want to Connect with Children’s Hospital?
  • Contact Us – useful phone numbers for common Children’s Hospital services
  • Feedback – a direct line for letting us know what you think
  • Giving – an option to make a donation to Children’s Hospital programs
  • Social media – ways to join the Children’s Hospital community

“Parenting often means juggling multiple tasks – work, household chores and, of course, taking care of your child,” says Debra Carter, MD, executive vice chair of pediatrics. “The Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital PedsPartner app helps save time by centralizing important health and development information in one easy-to-use platform. Instead of spending hours researching on the internet or running from appointment to appointment, parents can use the app to get accurate, reliable information at their fingertips. With their ability to deliver tailored health tips and even support in emergencies, these apps offer parents peace of mind and empower them to make better-informed decisions.”

The app is free for iPhone and Android and may be downloaded from Apple App Store or Google Play.