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Monday Apr. 28, 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”.

Global Health: Priorities and Approaches
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
A conversation with Tachi Yamada, MD, president of the Gates Foundation's Global Health Program

Coping with the Stress of Illness: A Self-Care Workshop
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
::Registration Open
This eight-week workshop gives patients and caregivers an opportunity to learn a number of mind-body skills to manage the stress related to medical illness.

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.

Tuesday Apr. 29, 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
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 Apr. 30, 2008

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

Thursday May 1, 2008

Baby on the Move!
Cancelled
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Have fun playing with baby while encouraging their motor skills to develop. Class targeted to parents of babies 6 weeks to 6 months. Bring the baby to class!

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.

Lung Cancer Community Seminar
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
Learn the latest in the debate over lung cancer screening, as well as the most modern treatment options and clinical trials for lung cancer at a free community education event.

Saturday May 3, 2008

Prepared Childbirth
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This 2 class series (May 3 & 4, 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.

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