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Sunday Nov. 4, 2007

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed - Class Relocated to Teer House. 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 Nov. 5, 2007

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 to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after 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

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 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.

LASIK Seminar in Durham
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
This free educational seminar gives an overview of LASIK and other vision correction procedures. Learn about the newest all-laser Intralase procedure.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Tuesday Nov. 6, 2007

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.

Prepared Childbirth
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
This 4 class series (November 6,13,20,27, 2007) 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 33-37 weeks of pregnancy. Register early by calling 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Aphasia: Communicating after a Brain Injury or Stroke
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Explore how to communicate more effectively with someone who has lost their ability to communicate due to a brain injury or stroke.

The Birth Place Tour
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. 7, 2007

Coping with Hearing Loss
Cancelled
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Discuss types of hearing loss, common symptoms and solutions for treatment.

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.

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 Nov. 8, 2007

Literature Reading Group
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
A group to read and explore the fields focused on empirical, methodological, conceptual, and theological research and scholarship

Managing Caregiving Transitions as a Family
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Examine the changing dynamics of family relationships in the midst of caregiving.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
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.

Candlelight Reflections
6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Please join us for this event honoring people with Alzheimer’s disease and their family caregivers.

Put Your Best Foot Forward: Common Foot and Ankle Problems
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
A painful step can be related to a number of reasons, but they add up to decrease your mobility and get in the way of an actual lifestyle. Join Kirk Woelffer, DPM of the Raleigh Foot & Ankle Center as he discusses common foot and ankle problems and effective preventive medicine and surgical treatment options.

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.

Friday Nov. 9, 2007

Weight Loss Surgery Seminar
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Learn about weight loss surgery procedures and their results at this free seminar.

Saturday Nov. 10, 2007

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed - Relocated to Teer House. 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.