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CCP is the largest pediatric and adolescent primary care network in western Pennsylvania with more than 150 board-certified pediatricians.
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As a parent, certain conversations with your children may make you anxious. Take for example, the sex talk. While you may want to block out the idea of your child ever having sex, it is important to have open conversations with your son or daughter and give them the necessary sexuality education.
There is no “perfect age” to begin talking about sexuality. In fact, you should ease into the conversation when your children are young. Use appropriate names for the body’s anatomy, and if your child asks about a certain part’s function, answer at a level your child will understand. Taking advantage of teachable moments at a young age can allow for more open dialogue as your child grows.
While you should certainly share your values and beliefs with your child, you must also consider the importance and validity of sexuality education. The American Academy of Pediatrics encourages sexuality education over a purely abstinence-based education.
Research conclusively demonstrated that abstinence-only education is ineffective and sexuality education – which covers relationships, anatomy, sexual reproduction, consent, contraception and other important topics – led to better communication with parents and correlated to a delay in sexual debut and increased use of contraception and condoms.
Remember, teaching your child about sex does not mean you are green-lighting the behavior. It simply means that you are giving your child the information he or she needs to make responsible decisions.
As your child reaches puberty and the teenage years, the conversations surrounding sex will naturally become more important and relevant. Keep these tips in mind as your child grows:
Parental conversations about sex, along with the education received at school or from a pediatrician, will allow your child to make responsible, informed decisions.
If having the sex talk is a struggle for you, or your child does not want to open up, consider talking with your CCP pediatrician. Our doctors can provide advice to you, or have a confidential conversation with your child. It is important that your child receives information from a reliable, trusted source.
With MyUPMC, you can easily manage your child’s health online. Through this free online portal, you will have 24/7 access to your child’s medical record. Learn more.
By visiting Children’s Express Care, our after-hours clinic, your child will receive the same specialized pediatric care you’ve come to expect from your CCP pediatrician. Open conveniently on evenings and weekends, your child can receive care for minor injuries and illnesses when your pediatrician’s office is closed for the day. Learn more about our services or find a location near you.
In the case of a serious emergency, call 911 or go to the emergency room.
Paying your bill has never been easier. CCP offers you an easy and secure method for paying bills online through UPMC’s Pay My Bill website. Pay My Bill Now.
For questions regarding your billing statement, please call the CCP Billing Office at 1-888-857-7646 or email CCPBilling@chp.edu.
Are you passionate about caring for children? CCP offers the opportunity for you to apply your unique skills in pediatric medicine and to make an impact on children’s lives.
We are seeking candidates for full-time, part-time, casual, and temporary positions at our locations throughout 12 counties in western Pennsylvania.
To apply, visit the UPMC Careers website.
Children’s Community Pediatrics Administrative & Billing Office Pine Center, Suite 450 11279 Perry Highway Wexford, PA 15090
For administrative inquiries, please call 724-933-1100 or 1-888-857-7646.
Should a concern about your experience at CCP arise, please discuss it with your child’s pediatrician. If the concern remains unresolved, please email your concern to our quality team at ccpconfidential@chp.edu. We will investigate your concern and provide you with a response. Contacting our quality team will not negatively affect your care.