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Tuesday July 1, 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.

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.

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 July 2, 2008

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 July 3, 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.

Monday July 7, 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 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
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

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.

Tuesday July 8, 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.

LASIK Seminar Series -- Winston-Salem
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn about the latest laser vision correction technologies and if they are right for you.

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 – July 8,15,22&29) 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

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 July 9, 2008

Introduction to Infant Massage
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
This 4 week series (7/9,16,23&30/08) will introduce mothers to the basics of infant massage. Healthy infants, ages 1 month – 6 months, may participate. Please plan to attend all four series. Fee - $50 (Limited enrollment)

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

Thursday July 10, 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.

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.

Preparing NOW for Postpartum Changes
Cancelled - See schedule for 8/28/08. Call 477-2644 if you have questions.
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.

Saturday July 12, 2008

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.

Sunday July 13, 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 July 14, 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 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.

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.

Keeping the Pressure Down
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn to lower your blood pressure through simple lifestyle modifications.

Tuesday July 15, 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 July 16, 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.

Thursday July 17, 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.

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

Health Benefits of a Vegetarian or Vegan Diet
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Explore how to meet your nutrient needs with a more plant-based diet.

Saturday July 19, 2008

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 July 21, 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 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
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

Grilling Without the Gas
Cancelled
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Discover how to cook with coals and enjoy all your favorite recipes. Food tasting. Fee $10.

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.

Tuesday July 22, 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.

Thursday July 24, 2008

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.

Saturday July 26, 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 – July 26 & 27) 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

Monday July 28, 2008

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

Plastic Surgery: Getting Out of Credit Card Debt
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Credit cards can be an invaluable money management tool – but they can also lead to financial disaster. You’ll review options for getting out of debt and ways to fix existing credit.

Tuesday July 29, 2008

Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Executive Women's Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
If you’re like most people, you’re initially attracted to those who
are different—but over time you find that those differences don’t wear well. Join Jan Hargrave, nonverbal communications expert and author of Let Me See Your Body Talk and Strictly Business Body Language at the Chamber Executive Women's Luncheon presented by Duke Raleigh Hospital on July 29 to help you understand why some differences can be so attractive. She’ll also teach you how to develop patience for differences in the long run.

Raleigh Chamber of Commerce Executive Women's Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Join nonverbal communications expert Jan Hargrave of Jan Hargrave & Associates as she helps attendees understand the attractiveness of some of those differences. Hargrave will also share tips to help you develop the patience in a relationship to allow differences to exist for the benefit of those whose lives you touch, as well as your own.


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.

Thursday July 31, 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