About
Dr. Hayley Hellstern is a board-certified pediatrician and Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. She earned her bachelor's degree in Neuroscience and grew up in Annapolis, MD before building her practice in Pittsburgh. Her clinical work spans well-child visits, newborn care, lactation support, and autism evaluations.
As a mom herself, Dr. Hellstern brings personal perspective to every stage of early childhood. She has a particular talent for building trust with children who have sensory aversions, turning once-stressful visits into calm, positive experiences. She makes herself available late nights and weekends, and she conducts home visits so families with newborns never have to leave the house. Families reach her directly by text or call, and she answers every question until parents feel confident and settled.
Who is Dr. Hellstern right for?
Dr. Hellstern is an excellent fit for families with newborns or young children who want deep continuity of care. New and expecting parents benefit most from her 4th trimester program and home visit model. She works especially well with children who have sensory sensitivities or anxiety around medical settings. Parents who want direct, after-hours access to their pediatrician will feel at home here.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Hellstern focuses on general pediatrics, newborn care, and developmental concerns including autism spectrum evaluations. She also supports families through lactation challenges and provides care for children with sensory aversions who struggle in traditional medical settings.
Yes. Dr. Hellstern holds board certification in pediatrics and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (FAAP).
Dr. Hellstern makes herself available to families outside standard office hours. Parents can reach her directly by text or call. She has met families at her Fox Chapel office late on Sunday nights to evaluate and treat sick children when it was needed.
Yes. Dr. Hellstern visits families at home, particularly for newborns. She understands that leaving the house with a new baby is a real burden, so she comes to the family instead.
The 4th trimester program supports expectant and new parents through the early postpartum period. Dr. Hellstern provides home visits, lactation guidance, and hands-on support during the first weeks after birth. The program helps families navigate newborn care with confidence.
Yes. Dr. Hellstern offers lactation consultations at the office or at home. She provides this service to both Zest members and non-members, with separate pricing for each.
Yes. Dr. Hellstern conducts both virtual and in-person autism evaluations at the Pittsburgh location. She collaborates with Yellow Bridges Speech and Sensory Development Center, using the ADIR and ADOS assessments to create a comprehensive evaluation and care plan.
Dr. Hellstern takes extra time to earn each child's trust before proceeding with any examination or procedure. Parents of children with sensory aversions consistently report that their kids went from dreading appointments to looking forward to them.
Yes, Dr. Hellstern currently accepts new patients at Zest Pediatrics of Fox Chapel. Families can schedule a complimentary meet-and-greet before enrolling.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026