The Erlanger schedule of classes and events for Jan. 7-12 includes CPR, breastfeeding and childbirth classes and information on weight management   Registration is required.  For more information on our classes and events, call Erlanger HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465), Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until midnight  HealthLink Plus is a free membership program open to adults 18 and older. 

Monday, Jan. 7

Bariatric Support Group

5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Erlanger Chattanooga Lifestyle Center

Bariatric Support Group meetings are for individuals scheduled to have Bariatric surgery or who have already had weight loss surgery.  Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) for more information.

Childbirth Education

5:30 – 8:45 p.m.

Erlanger East (Gunbarrel Road)

This childbirth education class/series is designed for expectant parents and taught by experienced OB nurses.  These classes include stages of labor, relaxation and labor support techniques, hospital procedures, pain management options, after birth and home care for moms and in-hospital care for newborns.  There will also be time for questions and answers.  Registration fee is $125.  Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) to register. 

Tuesday, Jan. 8

Breastfeeding

6:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Erlanger East (Gunbarrel Road)

This class is designed to help participants make an informed choice about breastfeeding.  Learn breastfeeding basics, what to expect the first few weeks and special tips for success.  Concerns about returning to work/school will also be discussed.  This course is coordinated by a board-certified lactation consultant.  Registration fee is $30.  Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) to register.

Wednesday, Jan. 9

Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Seminar

6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Erlanger Baroness (Plaza Surgery Waiting Room)

Area residents who are overweight and /or with health problems related to obesity are invited to learn more about the Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Center at Erlanger.  It is a free seminar and registration is required.  Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) to register. Visit Erlanger’s You Tube Channel atwww.youtube.com/erlangerhealth and click The Weight Loss Program under Playlist to watch first-hand accounts from those who have gone through the program. 

Thursday, Jan. 10

Infant CPR Class

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Erlanger Baroness Campus (Downtown)

This one-hour class teaches basic CPR for an infant (birth to 1 year of age).  Class time includes infant safety instructions and hands-on practice of CPR and choking management techniques for an infant.  Anyone is welcome to take this class including parents, grandparents and babysitters.  Registration fee is $25.  Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) to register. 

Saturday, Jan. 12

Childbirth Education

9:00 a.m. – Noon

Erlanger East (Gunbarrel Road)

This childbirth education class/series is designed for expectant parents and taught by experienced OB nurses.  These classes include stages of labor, relaxation and labor support techniques, hospital procedures, pain management options, after birth and home care for moms and in-hospital care for newborns.  There will also be time for questions and answers.  Registration fee is $125.  Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at (423) 778-LINK (5465) to register.