West Shore related questions...

ThePastor'sWife

Hi ladies!  We're relocating very soon, but in the meantime, I need to start doing my research to settle on several things in the Mechanicsburg area (although I'm originally from just outside Harrisburg, so I know the area and don't mind driving a bit!):

1.  Any recommendations for pediatricians?

2.  Any recommendations for OB/GYNs?

3.  Any info on moms' groups and other activities that DS and I can get involved in (I'm a SAHM)?

Thanks for any insight!

ohdrama09

I'm not much help with a pedi, or a mom group (I'm a FTM and haven't looked into groups and using our family practice instead of a pedi) but as far as OB's go I love the Center for Women's Health in Camp Hill.  It shares a parking lot with Holy Spirit hospital. I have yet to deliver with them (hopefully any day now!) but they have been great throughout my pregnancy.  

GL with the move! 

lindyanne

1. We (and several friends) go to Heritage Pediatrics. It's on the Pike and they have longer hours M-Th which has come in handy when I've picked up DS from daycare and he suddenly has some new ailment.

2. I went to Cumberland Valley OBGYN but the female left and I'm not so sure about the replacement. Everyone was super nice at the office though. It's across from Walmart on 114.

There's the West Shore Mom's Club (if you PM me your email I can have the membership chair send you some info), MyGym is on the Carlisle Pike and the library and Borders both have a lot of activities for the kids.

ThePastor'sWife

Thanks!  I will check those against what our insurance covers and hopefully some of them will match up.

Lindy, YGPM!  Thanks!

lindyanne

Got it! Let me know if you have any other questions. It's nice bc theres literally am activity every day - you cam go if you want and if you don't then you don't. They also have a mom's night out every month.

summerbridesara

I take Sophia to Heritage Pediatrics on the Carlisle Pike.

For OB/GYN, I go to Women's First, the office in the Fredricksen Center.

 

srs5624

1. We take Aaron to our family doctor, but I've heard a lot of good things about Heritage Pediatrics. They seem to be the go-to pediatrician around here. My mom took my younger siblings to Jones, Daly, Coldren (I think they go by JDC Associates now) for a short time, but something always seemed "off" so they just go to her family doc now.

2. I go to Partners in Women's Healthcare. I've been going there for 11 years and they've done my yearly visits, 2 LEEP procedures (minor cervical surgery) and they just delivered my DS in March. I have no complaints and nothing but praise. They have a few offices, but I go to the one in Lemoyne (it's across rt 15 from Holy Spirit Hospital). They have gyns, OB/gyns, and midwives on staff.

3. I'm no help on the groups. H and I pick DS up from my mom's at 4:30 and he starts heading to bed around 7:30, so there's no time for groups in the evening. We're pretty active by ourselves on the weekends. I see your SN is pastorswife... does your H's church offer any programs?

hcdekarske

love heritage peds, they are fabulous.

like woodward associates for an obgyn

ThePastor'sWife

Thanks for the replies, all!  This is a really helpful starting point!

mpayne

I can't help you with any pediatricians but I go to Partners in Women's Healthcare in Lemoyne and see Dr. Scott Readence. He is WONDERFUL! GL with the move!

EMTX

Glad you posted this, I have the exact same questions right now. Thanks all.

sxyhrdrssr

I second ( or third) partner's in women's healthcare in lemoyne. Very nice and professional! I can't help you with day groups, but right below the OB/GYN is a place called playhouse cafe that is nice to go to. They have play areas for the kids while the parents can have a peaceful lunch. GL on your move! Mechanicsburg area is lovely!