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Monday Jan. 4, 2010

Pre-Operative Spine Class
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Come and learn about your upcoming spinal surgery at Duke Raleigh Hospital.

Tuesday Jan. 5, 2010

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Open
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks but not greater than 3 months postpartum when beginning class. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise.

Self-Hypnosis Training Group for Cancer Patients
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Self-Hypnosis Training Group for
Cancer Patients

Prepared Childbirth Class Series
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Increase your confidence in the birthing process by attending a series of classes (4 classes – January 5,7,12 & 14, 2010) that includes information and practice sessions on: *Signs and stages of labor *Breathing techniques *Medical Interventions *Pain management options *Positioning for comfort *Postpartum Information *Role of the support person *What to expect in the hospital. Educators trained as Lamaze certified childbirth instructors (LCCE) teach all classes at Teer House. The eight (8) hour series is available on weekdays or weekends. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between their 34-37th week. Register early, space is limited. Call 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80

Tour The Birth Place at Durham Regional Hospital
Registration Open
7:00 p.m.
To help prepare for the delivery of your baby Durham Regional Hospital provides tours of The Birth Place.

Wednesday Jan. 6, 2010

Low-Carb/Low-Glycemic Diet Support Group
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Support group for those who are currently using a low-carbohydrate or low-glycemic approach to diet (along with exercise and stress management) to stabilize blood sugar, improve cardiovascular health, and lose weight. While participants/professionals share information on managing this diet approach, this is a peer-to-peer support group format.

New Tools for New Dads
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Class is designed in discussion group format to provide information for new dads to assist them beginning their own routines with a new baby in the home. Topics will be group determined and typically cover: managing alone time with the baby, maintaining communication and intimacy with partner; balancing relatives' demands with new family needs; balancing work and family.


Breastfeeding Class
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

Thursday Jan. 7, 2010

Cancer Support Group
6:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a general cancer support group: Living with Cancer.

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
Registration Open
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery
Registration Open
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Little Talking Hands: Sign Language and Your Baby
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Reduce frustration and tantrums, build language skills and enter your baby's world with an introduction to the use of ASL (American Sign Language) for infants.

Friday Jan. 8, 2010

Keratoconus Connection: Educational Peer Group Session
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join us for an educational peer group for those diagnosed with keratoconus, designed to help you adjust and live with the disease and it’s treatments in varying ways.

Saturday Jan. 9, 2010

Prepared Childbirth from Duke Women's Health Associate/Maternal Fetal Medicine/Durham OB
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Register today for this innovative, weekend series at Duke Health Center Southpoint and learn about signs and stages of labor, active coaching techniques, vaginal and complete cesarean birth education, birth plan consultations, pain management, and more. Space is limited so register early by calling 919-970-0024.

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Open
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Participants will receive an introduction to infant and child safety strategies along with being trained by the American Heart Friends and Family CPR standards for Infant and Child CPR. $35 for an individual/$50 for a couple.

Sunday Jan. 10, 2010

Prepared Childbirth from Duke Women's Health Associate/Maternal Fetal Medicine/Durham OB
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Register today for this innovative, weekend series at Duke Health Center Southpoint and learn about signs and stages of labor, active coaching techniques, vaginal and complete cesarean birth education, birth plan consultations, pain management, and more. Space is limited so register early by calling 919-970-0024.

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Open
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

Monday Jan. 11, 2010

Pre-Operative Spine Class
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Come and learn about your upcoming spinal surgery at Duke Raleigh Hospital.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Open
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Bring the baby, pack a lunch and join other new moms as we brainstorm tips on infant care and surviving motherhood. We will discuss developmental milestones of infants, offer suggestions for transitioning back to work, and share resources for staying at home full-time. Class/support group is targeted to moms who are 3-12 weeks post delivery, however, any new mother is welcome.

Stroke Support Group
Registration Open
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This support group aims to educate the stroke survivor and care giver about topics relating to stroke.

Baby Meets Bowser
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Helpful tips to prepare your dog for the new baby.

Knee Pain: Injury Prevention and Treatment
Registration Open
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn about common knee injuries including tips on prevention, exercise, treatments, surgery, and rehab.

Tuesday Jan. 12, 2010

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Parkinson's Disease Support Group
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Find support and education about Parkinson's disease.

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Open
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks but not greater than 3 months postpartum when beginning class. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise.

Triangle Amputee Support Group (TAS)
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join the Triangle Amputee Support Group to find support and encouragement from people dealing with similar challenges.

Self-Hypnosis Training Group for Cancer Patients
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Self-Hypnosis Training Group for
Cancer Patients

Keeping It Off: Tips on Weight Management
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn core strategies for maintaining weight loss long term

Tour The Birth Place at Durham Regional Hospital
Registration Open
7:00 p.m.
To help prepare for the delivery of your baby Durham Regional Hospital provides tours of The Birth Place.

Wednesday Jan. 13, 2010

Choosing Quality Childcare
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore options to help you find affordable, safe child care.

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Participants will receive an introduction to infant and child safety strategies along with being trained by the American Heart Friends and Family CPR standards for Infant and Child CPR. $35 for an individual/$50 for a couple.

Baby Care Class
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Thursday Jan. 14, 2010

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
Registration Open
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery
Registration Open
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Preparing NOW for Postpartum Changes
Registration Open
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
An overview of the biggest sources of postpartum stress, what helps pull couples together and strategies for managing changing family dynamics with tips for easing the transition from partner to parent.

Keeping Kids Healthy in a Fast Food Pace
Registration Open
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Discover the 5-3-2-1 Almost None plan for encouraging healthy eating and increasing activities with your child.

Friday Jan. 15, 2010

Tip the Scales in Your Favor
(Part of the series Tip the Scales in Your Favor)
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join us for a unique and exciting three day weight loss program led by experts in the field of Integrative Medicine.

Saturday Jan. 16, 2010

Prepared Childbirth from Duke Women's Health Associate/Maternal Fetal Medicine/Durham OB
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Register today for this innovative, weekend series at Duke Health Center Southpoint and learn about signs and stages of labor, active coaching techniques, vaginal and complete cesarean birth education, birth plan consultations, pain management, and more. Space is limited so register early by calling 919-970-0024.

Tip the Scales in Your Favor Day Two
(Part of the series Tip the Scales in Your Favor)
9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Join us for a unique and exciting three-day, weight loss program led by experts in the field of Integrative Medicine.

Prepared Childbirth Class Series
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Increase your confidence in the birthing process by attending a series of classes (2 classes – January 16&17, 2010) that includes information and practice sessions on: *Signs and stages of labor *Breathing techniques *Medical Interventions *Pain management options *Positioning for comfort *Postpartum Information *Role of the support person *What to expect in the hospital. Educators trained as Lamaze certified childbirth instructors (LCCE) teach all classes at Teer House. The eight (8) hour series is available on weekdays or weekends. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between their 34-37th week. Register early, space is limited. Call 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80

Sunday Jan. 17, 2010

Tip the Scales in Your Favor Day Three
(Part of the series Tip the Scales in Your Favor)
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Join us for a unique and exciting three-day, weight loss program led by experts in the field of Integrative Medicine.

Prepared Childbirth from Duke Women's Health Associate/Maternal Fetal Medicine/Durham OB
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Register today for this innovative, weekend series at Duke Health Center Southpoint and learn about signs and stages of labor, active coaching techniques, vaginal and complete cesarean birth education, birth plan consultations, pain management, and more. Space is limited so register early by calling 919-970-0024.

Monday Jan. 18, 2010

Pre-Operative Spine Class
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Come and learn about your upcoming spinal surgery at Duke Raleigh Hospital.

Tuesday Jan. 19, 2010

A New Year, A New You
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Get the new year started right with health check-ups and a hearty walk at Cary Towne Center.

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Open
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks but not greater than 3 months postpartum when beginning class. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise.

Crohn's and Colitis Support Group
6:00 p.m.
Join a support group for people with Crohn's disease and colitis.

Diabetes Support Group
Registration Open
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join the Duke University Health System’s Diabetes Support Group for monthly topics followed with discussion to learn better management of diabetes.

Self-Hypnosis Training Group for Cancer Patients
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Self-Hypnosis Training Group for
Cancer Patients

Celiac Disease: New Diet Options
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn what's new with the diet and how to tailor it to your needs.


Tour The Birth Place at Durham Regional Hospital
Registration Open
7:00 p.m.
To help prepare for the delivery of your baby Durham Regional Hospital provides tours of The Birth Place.

Wednesday Jan. 20, 2010

General Loss Grief Group
Registration Open
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
An open and ongoing grief support group for adult participants grieving the death of a family member or friend.

Pediatric Pointers from a Pediatrician
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Participants learn about tests and procedures that are routine for newborns including information regarding circumcision, how to choose a pediatrician, early childhood development, and injury prevention.

Preparing for Cesarean Birth
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Open to those moms and dads/support persons who are having a scheduled Cesarean birth. The class will cover information specific to this birth process and the recovery period. Fee - $20

Thursday Jan. 21, 2010

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
Registration Open
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery
Registration Open
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

Protect Yourself from Medicare Scams
Registration Open
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn how to protect your Medicare benefits from identity theft; detect billing errors and potential fraud on your medical statements.

Friday Jan. 22, 2010

Keratoconus Connection: Educational Peer Group Session
12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join us for an educational peer group for those diagnosed with keratoconus, designed to help you adjust and live with the disease and it’s treatments in varying ways.

Saturday Jan. 23, 2010

Baby Care Class
Registration Open
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Monday Jan. 25, 2010

Pre-Operative Spine Class
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Come and learn about your upcoming spinal surgery at Duke Raleigh Hospital.

ADHD: Success Strategies for Family, Friendships & School
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
An overview of the impact of ADHD on the family and the child, specific strategies for the family and child to cope effectively with ADHD & information and resources on parent support networks to help you advocate for your child’s school issues.

Baby Care Class
Registration Open
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Young Women
Registration Open
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn more about this common hormonal disorder including symptoms, diagnosis, associated problems and current therapies.

Tuesday Jan. 26, 2010

Alzheimer's Caregiver/Loved One Support Group
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Join a support group for people with Alzheimer's disease and the people who love and care for them.

Infant Massage Class
Registration Open
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
This 2 class series will introduce mothers to the basics of infant massage. Infants ages 1 month – 6 months may participate. Plan to attend both classes (January 26 & 28). Please call 477-2644 if you have questions about your infant participating in this class. (Class Fee - $40)

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Open
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks but not greater than 3 months postpartum when beginning class. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise.

Self-Hypnosis Training Group for Cancer Patients
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Self-Hypnosis Training Group for
Cancer Patients

Tour The Birth Place at Durham Regional Hospital
Registration Open
7:00 p.m.
To help prepare for the delivery of your baby Durham Regional Hospital provides tours of The Birth Place.

Thursday Jan. 28, 2010

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
Registration Open
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Alzheimer's Disease Support Group
6:30 p.m.
This group is for loved ones and caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease.

Senior Depression: Symptoms and Solutions
Registration Open
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Explore symptoms and treatments of depression in older adults.

Saturday Jan. 30, 2010

Prepared Childbirth from Duke Women's Health Associate/Maternal Fetal Medicine/Durham OB
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Register today for this innovative, weekend series at Duke Health Center Southpoint and learn about signs and stages of labor, active coaching techniques, vaginal and complete cesarean birth education, birth plan consultations, pain management, and more. Space is limited so register early by calling 919-970-0024.

Sunday Jan. 31, 2010

Prepared Childbirth from Duke Women's Health Associate/Maternal Fetal Medicine/Durham OB
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Register today for this innovative, weekend series at Duke Health Center Southpoint and learn about signs and stages of labor, active coaching techniques, vaginal and complete cesarean birth education, birth plan consultations, pain management, and more. Space is limited so register early by calling 919-970-0024.