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Sunday Feb. 12, 2006

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. Fee - $15

Monday Feb. 13, 2006

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 3-5 weeks post delivery, however, any new mother is welcome

Stroke Support Group
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Support and education for patients, family members, and others.

Stroke Survivor/Caregiver Support Group
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
This group exists to educate the stroke survivor, caregiver and the community about stroke prevention and stroke disabilities.

Final Four Frenzy: Snacks for Game Time
Cancelled
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Learn how to prepare healthy snacks for game time parties. Fee - $7

Getting to the HEART of it: Children, Athletics & Cardiovascular Disease
Cancelled
6:30 p.m.
As a parent, have you often wondered what the appropriate pre-sports health evaluation is for your child? Or, found yourself asking whether child athletes should be screened for cardiovascular disease? Join us as we learn the answers to these questions and more from Dr. Angelo Milazzo, cardiologist with Duke Children's Cardiology of Raleigh.

Toddler 911: Home Safety Ideas for New Parents
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Tips and techniques to make your home safe for infants and toddlers.

Strategies for Parents: Helping Your Child with ADHD to Improve Behavior
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.
Behavior management techniques to increase desired behaviors and minimize undesired ones.

Tuesday Feb. 14, 2006

Valentine’s Day Blood Drive
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Duke University Hospital in conjunction with the American Red Cross will be sponsoring the first annual Valentine’s Day Blood Drive.

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.

Coping with 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.

Wednesday Feb. 15, 2006

Home Buying
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Get the ins and outs of home buying including upfront costs, mortgages, and pre-qualification tips.

Thursday Feb. 16, 2006

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (at Duke)
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Growing Vegetarian Kids
Cancelled
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Discover how to plan vegetarian meals that appeal to children and how they canget all the nutrients they need to grow and be healthy.

Friday Feb. 17, 2006

Prostate Cancer Clinic
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients will receive a one-hour consultation and evaluation by three different physicians that specialize in urologic, medical, and radiation oncology.

Saturday Feb. 18, 2006

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for available dates.
9:00 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.

Prepared Childbirth from Duke Women's Health Associate/Maternal Fetal Medicine
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This weekend series includes information on: signs of labor, stages of labor, comfort measurements, alternative pain management options, active coaching technique, breathing and relaxation techniques, massage therapy, vaginal and Cesarean births, positive ways to cope with unexpected outcomes, private birth plan consultation, and birthing center routines. Register by calling Ho-Yu Pan, BSN, CNM, LCCE, at 919-970-0024.

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.

Healthy Heart, Healthy Life: A Focus on Women Red Dress Tea
Registration Closed - CLASS FULL
11:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Please join us for Duke's 11th Annual
Healthy Heart, Healthy Life: A Focus on Women Red Dress Tea.
Please wear your red dress and other tea attire for this fun-filled educational event.