Living with Epilepsy Symposium
Registration Closed
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
World-renowned Duke experts will be joined by experts in legal and social aspects of epilepsy, providing not only medical advice, but also resources and suggestions for living effectively with epilepsy.
Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
- Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.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 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.
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
Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled
- Move to Tuesday, November 4, 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.
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.
Baby Meeets Bowser
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Helpful tips to prepare your dog for the new baby.
When Kids Sleep (or Don’t)
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Explore the impact of pediatric sleep problems and when parents should further investigate its source and treatments.
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.
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 – Nov. 4,11,18&25) 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
Retirement Strategies for Life
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Today's workers spend many years saving for a comfortable retirement. Unfortunately, few people understand how to make the transition from an accumulation savings plan to creating an income stream that may have to last for twenty or more years! The Retirement Strategies for Life seminar will help soon to be retirees understand these challenges and begin to prepare a strategy for life.
Welcome to Medicare
Cancelled
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
A discussion of the options available and decisions faced by new Medicare beneficiaries.
Coping with Change and Losses Support Group
Cancelled
- Will be offered next on 12/3/08.
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.
Free to Breathe Spirit Day
11:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
The Twisted Fork will share 10 percent
of the day’s proceeds to benefit the North Carolina Lung Cancer
Partnership through Free to Breathe.
Preparing for Cesarean Birth
Cancelled
- See schedule for 12/6/08.
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
Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Cancelled
- Rescheduled for November 1, 2008
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.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.
Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled
- Move to Tuesday, November 11, 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”.
Look Good, Feel Better
12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The Look Good … Feel Better program is designed to educate women receiving cancer treatment to assist in coping with changes in their physical appearance that may result from their illness or treatment.
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.
KidsCan!
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
A support group for children dealing with cancer.
College Financing
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
College funding is becoming a very costly proposition. According to one recent study, more than 45% of parents could not estimate the cost of college for their 11-17 year-old children. In our college funding workshop, we’ll discuss the cost of funding a college education for your children or grandchildren, and look at strategies for achieving this goal.
Baby Care Class
Registration Closed
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.
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.
Silent Auction
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Durham Regional Hospital Auxiliary will host a Silent Auction on Tuesday, November 11, from 8 am to 4 pm in the hospital’s former Medical Library (on the 2nd floor).
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.
Understanding Childhood Vaccines
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
How do vaccines work? How important are the diseases they prevent? What are their risks? Learn about childhood immunizations, and how to obtain impartial information about concerns raised in the media.
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
Choosing Quality Childcare
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore options to help you find affordable, safe child care.
Grief and the Holidays
Cancelled
- Will be offered 12/8/08.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The holidays can be an especially difficult time of the year when you are grieving. This workshop will offer helpful strategies for self-care and explore the possibility of creating new family rituals and traditions.
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.
Grief and the Holidays
Cancelled
- Will be offered 12/8/08.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The holidays can be an especially difficult time of the year when you are grieving. This workshop will offer helpful strategies for self-care and explore the possibility of creating new family rituals and traditions.
Herniated Disc Disease
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Peter Grossi as he discusses herniated disc disease.
Preparing NOW for Postpartum Changes
Registration Closed
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.
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.
Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled
- Move to Tuesday, November 18, 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.
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
Little Talking Hands: Sign Language and Your Baby
Registration Closed
- Class FULL...offered again February 5, 2009
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Learn how using ASL (American Sign Language) with your baby can help reduce frustration and tantrums, build language skills and enter your baby's world. Participants will develop skills in a few basic signs.
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.
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.
Ladies Night Out: Life After a Stent
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.
Oculoplastics Seminar
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn about the latest options in cosmetic oculofacial rejuvenation at an injection seminar.
Pediatric Pointers from a Physician
Registration Closed
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.
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.
Prepared Childbirth
Registration Closed
- Class FULL.....see schedule for other dates.
8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Increase your confidence in the birthing process by attending a class (1 class – 8:30am-5pm) 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
Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled
- Move to Tuesday, November 25, 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”.
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
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.
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