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Monday Nov. 17, 2008

Leukemia, Lymphoma, Multiple Meyloma Support Group
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
A support group for those with leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma.

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.

Strategies for Parents: Helping Your Child with ADHD to Improve Behavior
Registration Closed - Class FULL
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Behavior management techniques to increase desired behaviors and minimize undesired ones.

Tuesday Nov. 18, 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.

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.

Gastrointestinal and Pancreatic Cancer Support Group
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
A weekly support group for those with gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancers.

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.

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 Nov. 19, 2008

Prospective Health Care and the Individual
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Health care is an issue that impacts all of us. Come discover how you can make a difference in modern medicine’s revolution.

Breast & Gynecologic Cancer Support Group
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
A support group for those dealing with breast and gynecologic cancers.

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.

Thursday Nov. 20, 2008

Lung Cancer Support Group
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
A support group for those with lung cancer.

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 Nov. 22, 2008

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