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Wednesday Oct. 1, 2008

American Red Cross Blood Drive
10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Give the gift of life to someone in need. Donate to the American Red Cross.

Coping with Change and Losses Support Group
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The support group provides a nurturing, supportive, and confidential environment for participants to share their feelings, thoughts and pain about their individual loss(es). The environment is conducive to learning from others that you are not alone in your journey through the pain.

Thursday Oct. 2, 2008

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

ACL Prevention/Reconstruction
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Robert Jones as he discusses ACL Prevention/Reconstruction.

Saturday Oct. 4, 2008

North Hills Farmers Market
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Make North Hills a part of your Saturday morning with The Farmer's Market, presented by Duke Raleigh Hospital.

Sunday Oct. 5, 2008

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
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 Oct. 6, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled
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. Join us immediately afterward for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join other new moms as we brainstorm tips on surviving motherhood, offer suggestions for transitioning back to work, and share resources for staying at home full time.

Changing from Within: Mindful Eating Level 1
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Mindfulness practices for achieving and maintaining
a healthy weight

Low Carb/Low-Glycemic Diet Support Group
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Support group for those who are currently using a low-glycemic or low-carbohydrate 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.

Home Buying Seminar
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
If you are considering the purchase of a home, join us for some helpful hints on home financing. We'll cover getting pre-qualified, up-front costs, choosing the right mortgage, the loan application and shopping for your dream home.

Tuesday Oct. 7, 2008

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 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.

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

Wednesday Oct. 8, 2008

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

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed
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 Oct. 9, 2008

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Saturday Oct. 11, 2008

North Hills Farmers Market
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Make North Hills a part of your Saturday morning with The Farmer's Market, presented by Duke Raleigh Hospital.

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
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 Oct. 13, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
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. Join us immediately afterward for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Stroke Support Group
Registration Closed
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.

Changing from Within: Mindful Eating Level 1
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Mindfulness practices for achieving and maintaining
a healthy weight

Tuesday Oct. 14, 2008

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 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.

Nature of the Mind
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
With limited appearances in the U.S. this year, Duke Integrative Medicine is honored to host Geshe Chongtul Rinpoche of the Menri Monastery. This rare opportunity will allow you to explore ancient Tibetan teachings from a Lama who has the distinction of earning the highest level of education in Tibetan philosophy.

Urinary Incontinence: Non-Surgical Approaches
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Exercise and behavioral management approaches to decreasing urinary incontinence.

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
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.

Surviving Change and Losses
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Explore types of losses, the grieving process, and coping with feelings of loss.

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

Wednesday Oct. 15, 2008

Melanoma Consortium
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Learn about innovative basic and clinical melanoma research programs both nationally and internationally.

Compassion and Love
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
With limited appearances in the U.S. this year, Duke Integrative Medicine is honored to host Geshe Chongtul Rinpoche of the Menri Monastery. This rare opportunity will allow you to explore ancient Tibetan teachings from a Lama who has the distinction of earning the highest level of education in Tibetan philosophy.

Breastfeeding Class
Cancelled - Rescheduled - see October 8, 2008
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 Oct. 16, 2008

Cultivating Body, Speech, and Mind Energy
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
With limited appearances in the U.S. this year, Duke Integrative Medicine is honored to host Geshe Chongtul Rinpoche of the Menri Monastery. This rare opportunity will allow you to explore ancient Tibetan teachings from a Lama who has the distinction of earning the highest level of education in Tibetan philosophy.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
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.

Glaucoma Treatment Options
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Herndon as he discusses Glaucoma Treatment Options.

Saturday Oct. 18, 2008

Prepared Childbirth
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 – Oct. 18 & 19) 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 by their 34-37th week. Register early, space is limited. Call 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80

Sunday Oct. 19, 2008

2008 Start! Triangle Heart Walk
2:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Join Duke Medicine to raise funds to fight the nation’s top killers -- heart disease and stroke.

Monday Oct. 20, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled - Move to Tuesday, October 21, 2008
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. Join us immediately afterward for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join other new moms as we brainstorm tips on surviving motherhood, offer suggestions for transitioning back to work, and share resources for staying at home full time.

Look Good...Feel Better
6:00 p.m.
Look Good Feel Better is a free American Cancer Society program that teaches women beauty techniques while they undergo chemotherapy and radiation treatments.

Identity Theft Prevention
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
You’re on vacation and your wallet goes missing. Thousands of dollars in charges end up on your credit card and now you don’t know what to do. Instead of sitting back and waiting for something like this to happen to you, attend this seminar and find out how to protect yourself from this increasingly common crime.

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
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.

Tuesday Oct. 21, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
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.

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 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.

Diabetes Support Group
Registration Closed
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.

Prepared Childbirth
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 – Oct. 21,23,28&30) 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 by their 34-37th week. Register early, space is limited. Call 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80

Ladies Night Out: Breast Health
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m.
Durham Regional is pleased to present Ladies Night Out, a free seminar series to educate women on important health issues.

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

Wednesday Oct. 22, 2008

Lion's Club Vision Screening
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
A free vision screening sponsored by the Duke Eye Center and the Lions Club.

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL... see schedule for other dates
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 Oct. 23, 2008

Epidural Pain Relief and Other Options
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
To assist mothers to make informed decisions about pain relief during labor, this class provides detailed information about epidural analgesia along with a brief description of other pain relief options. Geared for patients birthing at Duke and Durham Regional hospital, dads and partners/support persons are encouraged to attend the discussion about these options. Class is facilitated by an anesthesiologist and nurse who provide care in the Duke Birthing Center. Note- those wanting indepth knowledge about the labor process and all pain relief options are encouraged to register for a Prepared Childbirth class.

Saturday Oct. 25, 2008

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed
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 Oct. 27, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled - Move to Tuesday, October 28, 2008
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. Join us immediately afterward for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Understanding Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Registration Closed - Rescheduled for 1/28/08.
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
An overview of basic characteristics and symptoms of ADHD, appropriate evaluation, testing, and medical management.

Tuesday Oct. 28, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
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.

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 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.

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