The Erlanger schedule of classes and events for June 2-8 and includes a diabetes class, bariatric support group and family planning classes.
Erlanger now offers online childbirth education class. The online class is an easy-to-understand interactive program that includes more than 70 videos, animated illustrations, downloadable PDF files, review quizzes and information specific to Erlanger East and Erlanger Baroness birthing services. By choosing the online childbirth program, participants will have access to all the information for six months. The cost for the courses is $25.
For more information or to register for the online childbirth program and other classes and events mentioned below, call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465), seven days a week, from 8 a.m. to midnight. HealthLink Plus is a free membership program open to adults 18 and older.
Monday, June 2
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 778-LINK (5465) for more information.
Diabetes Education Class
1:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Erlanger Chattanooga Lifestyle Center
This class will explore ways to manage diabetes. Call 778-9400 for more information on physician referral and insurance reimbursement.
Thursday, June 5
Childbirth Education
5:30 – 9:00 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 $75. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465) to register.
Sunday, June 8
Stork Scoop
2:00-3:30 p.m.
Erlanger Baroness (Downtown)
Get the scoop on all things expecting new baby, laboring, delivery and postpartum for mom. Learn the basics from experts who bring you Erlanger’s childbirth and breastfeeding classes. The session is free but registration is required. Call Erlanger’s HealthLink at 778-LINK (5465) to register.