Events for the week of Aug. 24, 2008

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. 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.

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.
Tour meets at the Radiation Oncology Lobby on the second floor of the hospital.

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

The many facets of back pain: Low back pain and lumbar facet arthritis
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Rieker as he
explores one of the most common causes of chronic back pain in
people over age 50—lumbar facet arthritis (also called facet joint
syndrome or facet joint osteoarthritis)—and presents safe and
effective therapies to minimize dull aching pain and stiffness.

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.