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    Breastfeeding Workshop-2010 Schedule
    Designed to provide expectant parents with the knowledge and tools they need to get breastfeeding off to the right start. Topics Included:
  • Prenatal preparation for breastfeeding
  • How to survive the first week
  • How to know if baby is taking enough milk
  • How to avoid problems-such as sore nipples & engorgement
  • How to ensure a great supply
  • When to be concerned
  • Reading your baby's feeding signals
    • Thu- Sep 2, 10 TIME: 6:30 - 9:30 PM
    Sat- Sep 25, 10 TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sat- Nov 6, 10 TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Thu- Dec 2, 10 TIME: 6:30 - 9:00 PM

    Caring for Your Newborn-Weekend Sessions-2010 Schedule

    Teaches expectant parents what normal infant behavior is

    Topics included:

  • The First 6-weeks: Guide to survival
  • Sleep/Wake Cycles
  • Feeding Basics
  • Diapering
  • Bathing
  • Safety
  • Choosing a Pediatrician The fee for the class is $105 per couple.
    • Sat- Sep 11, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Sat- Sep 25, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Sat- Oct 16, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Sat- Nov 13, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    Sat- Dec 11, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    Caring For Your Newborn-Weeknight Sessions-2010 Schedule
    August - November 2010

    Teaches expectant parents what normal infant behavior is

    Topics included:

  • The First 6-weeks: Guide to survival
  • Sleep/Wake Cycles
  • Feeding Basics
  • Diapering
  • Bathing
  • Safety
  • Choosing a Pediatrician The fee for the class is $105 per couple.
    • Every  Tue    Aug 31, 10 -- Sep 7, 10      6:30 - 9:00 PM
    Next meeting: 9/7/2010

    Every  Tue    Oct 26, 10 -- Nov 2, 10      6:30 - 9:00 PM
    Next meeting: 10/26/2010


    Childbirth Preparation-Great Expectations-Weekend Sessions-2010 Schedule

    Childbirth Preparation (formerly Great Expectations) is designed to help expentant parents ready themselves for the practical, physical and emotional challenges of childbirth.

    Topics covered are:

  • Anatomy and Pre-Labor
  • Onset of Labor
  • The 3 stages of Labor
  • The Labor Partners Role
  • Comfort Measures
  • Pain Management Options
  • Caesrean Section
  • Postpartum care

    Infant care and breastfeeding are not covered in this course

    Register at the fourth month of pregnancy. Participants are advised to complete their childbirth preparation class a month to six weeks prior to their due date.

    A lunch break will be provided; however, there is no cafeteria open on the weekends. Please plan to bring your own lunch or you can go to a local eatery.

    The class cost is $135.00 per couple. We don't bill insurance companies but will provide you a receipt to submit if covered by your specific company. Please contact your local company for coverage information.

    • Sun- Sep 26, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Sat- Oct 2, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Sun- Nov 7, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Sun- Dec 5, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Childbirth Preparation-Great Expectations-Weeknight Sessions (2 nights)-2010 Schedule
    September - October 2010

    Childbirth Preparation (formerly Great Expectations) is designed to help expentant parents ready themselves for the practical, physical and emotional challenges of childbirth.

    Topics covered are:

  • Labor and Delivery
  • Breathing and Relaxation Skills
  • Labor coaches learn role
  • Pain management options
  • Caesrean section
  • Postpartum care

    Infant care and breastfeeding are not covered in this course

    This schedule is two Thursday evenings as opposed to the 1 weekend day.

    Register at the fourth month of pregnancy. Participants are advised to complete their childbirth preparation class a month to six weeks prior to their due date.

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    Every  Thu    Sep 16, 10 -- Sep 23, 10      6:30 - 9:00 PM
    Next meeting: 9/16/2010

    Every  Thu    Oct 21, 10 -- Oct 28, 10      6:00 - 9:00 PM
    Next meeting: 10/21/2010


    CPR-Pediatric-2010 Schedule

    Prepares parents or other caregivers to practice the American Heart Association method of CPR Heartsaver on babies and small children.

    This class is for the lay person and is NOT appropriate for Patient Care Personnel, Lifeguards, Police Officers or Fire Fighters.

    Participants receive a card at the end of the class indicating they have passed. There is a test at the end.
    Mon- Sep 13, 10 TIME: 6:00 - 9:30 PM
    Sat- Oct 16, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Mon- Oct 25, 10 TIME: 6:00 - 9:30 PM
    Sat- Nov 6, 10 TIME: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
    Mon- Nov 15, 10 TIME: 6:00 - 9:30 PM
    Mon- Dec 6, 10 TIME: 6:00 - 9:30 PM

    Our New Baby-2010 Schedule

    Big brothers and sisters explore life with a new baby. Kids read a story, watch a short movie, play with dolls, practice feeding and diaper changing, learn what babies can and cannot do, make a card for the baby.

    Parents also can ask questions about any special concerns. Kids take home coloring books and T-shirts. Minimum age is 3-years-old.

    Due to H1N1 children under 16 are not permitted in the Family Birth Center, so no tour will take place.

    Parents should schedule class between the seventh and ninth month of pregnancy.

    Click on hyperlink to see registration and fees.
    Sat- Sep 11, 10 TIME: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
    Sat- Nov 13, 10 TIME: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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    Support Groups
    Breastfeeding Support Group for Newborns (0-5 mnths)-Tuesdays
    January - December 2010
    This group is a safe place for new moms (0-5 months) and their partners to come and receive support on various issues related to breastfeeding. Scale is available for weight checks and we offer free valet parking.
    Every  Tue         11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Next meeting: 9/7/2010


    Breastfeeding Support Group for Older Babies (6+ mnths)-Fridays
    June - November 2010
    This group is a safe place for new moms and their partners to come and receive support on various issues related to breastfeeding. Scale is available for weight checks and we offer free valet parking.
    Every  Fri    Jun 8, 10 -- Nov 19, 10      11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
    Next meeting: 9/3/2010


    HAND (Helping After Neonatal Death)
    December 2005 - December 2012
    Grief support for parents who have experienced the loss of a baby before, during or after birth.
    First Wednesday  7:30 - 9:30 PM
    Third Wednesday  7:30 - 9:30 PM of every month
    Next meeting: 9/15/2010

    Subsequent pregnancy peer support for parents anticipating another baby to help with emotional and psychological needs.
    Second Wednesday  7:30 - 9:30 PM of every month
    Next meeting: 9/8/2010


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