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Monday Feb. 4, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.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 to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring the baby, pack a lunch and 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 fulltime. Class targeted to moms who are 3-12 weeks post delivery, however, any new mother is welcome

The Truth about Aging
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Explore physical, mental and emotional changes that occur with aging

Low-Glycemic Diet Support Group
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Information and support for those who are 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.

Ask the Pharmacist
Cancelled
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Get personalized answers to your questions about your medications.

The Truth About Aging
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Explore physical, mental and emotional changes that occur with aging

Tuesday Feb. 5, 2008

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.

Tour the Birth Place at Durham Regional
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 Feb. 6, 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.

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
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 Feb. 7, 2008

Cooking with Soy
Registration Closed - Class FULL....call 919-416-DUIKE (919-416-3853) to be added to the wait list.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Discover healthy soy dishes that are delicious and easy to prepare. Fee - $7

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.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
This 4 class series (February 7,14,21,28, 2008) will include information on: signs of labor, stages of labor, comfort measures, pain management options, role of the coach, breathing techniques, vaginal and cesarean births, coping with unexpected outcomes, and hospital routines. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between 33-36 weeks of pregnancy. Register early by calling 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80.

Saturday Feb. 9, 2008

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
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.

Heart Health Risk Factor Screening
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Join us for a Heart Health Risk Factor Screening at Triangle Town Center. We'll provide screenings of blood pressure, height, weight, body mass index, total cholesterol along with education and counseling.

Sunday Feb. 10, 2008

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed
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 Feb. 11, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.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 to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after 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.

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 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.

Building a Better Budget
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
This workshop will cover the key concepts of identifying short-, mid-, and long-term goals, and designing a realistic spending plan that will enable you to live within your means while saving for the future.

Tuesday Feb. 12, 2008

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.

The Truth about Osteoporosis: Prevention and Treatment Tips
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Discuss the silent symptoms of osteoporosis and tips for strengthening bones at any age.

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
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 Feb. 13, 2008

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.

Choosing Quality Childcare
Cancelled - Rescheduled to 2/20/08
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore options to help you find affordable, safe child care.

Thursday Feb. 14, 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 Feb. 16, 2008

Prepared Childbirth
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This 2 class series (February 16 & 17, 2008) will include information on: signs of labor, stages of labor, comfort measures, pain management options, role of the coach, breathing techniques, vaginal and cesarean births, coping with unexpected outcomes, and hospital routines. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between 33-36 weeks of pregnancy. Register early by calling 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80

Healthy Heart, Healthy Life: A Focus on Women Red Dress Tea
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
An annual celebration of women's heart health.

Red Dress Tea
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
2008 Healthy Heart, Healthy Life: A Focus on Women- Red Dress Tea.

2008 Healthy Heart Healthy Life: A Focus on Women Red Dress Tea
9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This February, make a promise to yourself to give your heart a little TLC. Join us for the 2008 Healthy Heart, Healthy Life: A Focus on Women Red Dress Tea to learn about your risk factors and how to protect your heart.

Monday Feb. 18, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.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 to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring the baby, pack a lunch and 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 fulltime. Class targeted to moms who are 3-12 weeks post delivery, however, any new mother is welcome

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.

Preparing for Cesarean Birth
Registration Closed
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

Women and Heart Disease- Myth or Reality
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Discover the real facts about women and heart disease including risk factors, treatments, and medications.

Tuesday Feb. 19, 2008

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.

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.


Grief Support Group
Registration Closed - Class FULL
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
If you are grieving the death of a loved one, please register to join us for an 8 week (2/19-4/8) support group that focuses on healing. We will work together as a group sharing our loss and moving toward healing. Registration Required

Sleeping All Night: An Overview of Insomnia
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Explore behavioral changes and/or medications which help with insomnia.

Ladies Night Out: Heartfelt Advice for Women
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m.
Join us on February 19th for "Heartfelt Advice for Women" presented by Dr. Elizabeth Henke of Triangle Heart Associates.

Tour the Birth Place at Durham Regional
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 Feb. 20, 2008

Little Talking Hands: Sign Language and Your Baby
Registration Closed
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.

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

Thursday Feb. 21, 2008

When Everything Hurts: Strategies to Ease Chronic Pain Through Massage & Acupuncture
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
A chronic pain workshop, presented as part of the Duke Prospective Health Seminar Series.

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.

Pain Relief and Other Helpful Hints
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Discussions with an anesthesiologist and nurses from the Duke Birthing Center cover the pain management options available during delivery at Duke University Hospital; where you will go; what to bring to the hospital and what to expect when you are admitted to the birthing center.

Saturday Feb. 23, 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.

Loosen Up With Watercolor
Registration Closed - Class FULL....will be offered again 5/3/08.
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn fundamentals of watercolor to help paint away the stresses in your life. Fee - $25.

Monday Feb. 25, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.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 to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

LASIK and Refractive Surgery Seminar -- Duke Students and Employees
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn about the latest laser vision correction technologies and if they are right for you. This is for Duke employees and students only.

Tuesday Feb. 26, 2008

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.

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.

My Head is Killing Me! Managing Headaches and Migraines
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Explore ways to manage headaches with medications, herbal supplements, and behavior changes.

Wednesday Feb. 27, 2008

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 Feb. 28, 2008

Healthy Focus: New Trends in Arthritis Treatment
Registration Closed - Call 1-888-ASK DUKE to be put on a waiting list for this event.
6:30 p.m.
Cardiovascular exercise alone may not be enough to prevent injuries of the muscles, bones, and joints. Please join Dr. Singh as he discusses what you should know to prevent, detect, and treat arthritis of the hip and knee.


Oh My Aching Back!
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn the causes of low back pain and what treatments and/or exercises can help relieve pain.