posted May 19, 2008
Parkridge East Hospital will offer the following childbirth classes:
One-Day Prepared Childbirth Class- Saturday, June 14 - 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Don’t have time to attend multiple weeks of classes? This class is for you! Although instructor led, this class involves a large number of informative videos including stages of labor, induction, augmentation, epidural anesthesia, cesarean delivery and car seat safety. We will take a 30-minute lunch break, so bring a lunch, or plan to pick up something close. Bring two pillows and something to use as a focal point. $75 class fee.
To register, call TriStar MedLine at 800 242-5662.
Tour of the Birthplace - Thursday, June 19 - 6–7 p.m.
Come find out what we are all about! We will offer a free tour of the Maternity Department and an overview of your choice in prenatal classes and services. Free.
To register, call TriStar MedLine at 800-242-5662.
Infant/Child CPR - Saturday, June 7 - 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
American Heart Association course taught by Basic Life Support instructor. Course includes what you would do in the event your infant or child stops breathing or begins to choke. Injury prevention discussion. Class for moms, dads, grandparents and caregivers. $15 per person.
To register, call TriStar MedLine at 800-242-5662.
Boot Camp for Dads - Saturday, June 28 - 9 a.m. – 12 noon
A fun, free and informative class for Dads (new or experienced) about the ins and outs of being a great dad. Led by a First Things First instructor, this class is a guys-only event. Free.
To register, call TriStar MedLine at 800-242-5662.
Baby Basics - Saturday, June 7 - 1-2:30 p.m.
This class will teach you the fundamentals of infant care. Course will include diapering, bathing and infant safety. Question and answer time included.
$10 per couple/free with Prepared Childbirth Course
To register, call TriStar MedLine at 800-242-5662.
Breastfeeding Class - Thursday, June 19 - 7–9 p.m.
Forget all the stories you’ve heard! Come and get the “real” story from board certified lactation consultants.
Topics include: physiology of breastfeeding, advantages of breastfeeding, techniques for successful breastfeeding, common pitfalls and challenges, products and support available, and question and answer time.
$20 per family unit/free with Prepared Childbirth Course
To register, call TriStar MedLine at 800-242-5662.
Parkridge East Hospital Lactation Center-
This service is for new breastfeeding mothers who are having feeding problems after they go home. A Board Certified Lactation Consultant will assist mom and baby in lactation support one on one. Breastfeeding supplies and equipment available. $100 membership fee (includes 4 visits- membership fee is non-transferable) and $50 for a single consult visit.
To register, call TriStar MedLine at 800-242-5662.
Breastfeeding Support Group - Every Wednesday 1–3 p.m.
A group setting where new mothers bring their babies for breastfeeding time & baby weight checks (before & after nursing). We can tell you how much your baby drinks at your breast within 1/10 of an ounce. Moms get a chance to meet other breastfeeding mothers, and share concerns and victories. Lactation consultant available for breastfeeding questions.
Free - Registration is not required.
Car Seat Safety Checks - Tuesday, June 10 - 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Come by and have your car seats inspected. You may come prenatally, or anytime after your baby arrives. Conducted by Christy Smith from the Hamilton County Health Department. No need to register. Car seat safety checks are held in parking lot between hospital and doctor’s office building.
Free.
Prepared Childbirth Course- Mondays, 7-9 p.m. - June 2-30.
The Prepared Childbirth Course fee is $75 and includes all prenatal classes except the Infant/Child CPR class.
To register, call TriStar MedLine at 800-242-5662.
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