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Monday Nov. 10, 2008

Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled - Move to Tuesday, November 11, 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”.

Look Good, Feel Better
12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The Look Good … Feel Better program is designed to educate women receiving cancer treatment to assist in coping with changes in their physical appearance that may result from their illness or treatment.

Stroke Support Group
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This support group aims to educate the stroke survivor and care giver about topics relating to stroke.

KidsCan!
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
A support group for children dealing with cancer.

College Financing
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
College funding is becoming a very costly proposition. According to one recent study, more than 45% of parents could not estimate the cost of college for their 11-17 year-old children. In our college funding workshop, we’ll discuss the cost of funding a college education for your children or grandchildren, and look at strategies for achieving this goal.


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.

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 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.

Tuesday Nov. 11, 2008

Silent Auction
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Durham Regional Hospital Auxiliary will host a Silent Auction on Tuesday, November 11, from 8 am to 4 pm in the hospital’s former Medical Library (on the 2nd floor).

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
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.

Understanding Childhood Vaccines
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
How do vaccines work? How important are the diseases they prevent? What are their risks? Learn about childhood immunizations, and how to obtain impartial information about concerns raised in the media.

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. 12, 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

Choosing Quality Childcare
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore options to help you find affordable, safe child care.

Thursday Nov. 13, 2008

Grief and the Holidays
Cancelled - Will be offered 12/8/08.
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The holidays can be an especially difficult time of the year when you are grieving. This workshop will offer helpful strategies for self-care and explore the possibility of creating new family rituals and traditions.

Integrative Approaches For Autoimmune Disease and Arthritis
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Learn about the inflammatory process and how it can affect your health.

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.

Grief and the Holidays
Cancelled - Will be offered 12/8/08.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The holidays can be an especially difficult time of the year when you are grieving. This workshop will offer helpful strategies for self-care and explore the possibility of creating new family rituals and traditions.

Herniated Disc Disease
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
Join Dr. Peter Grossi as he discusses herniated disc disease.

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.

Saturday Nov. 15, 2008

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.