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Gratiot
Health System -
Alma
Nutritional
Counseling
By appointment
989-466-3295
Call for information of cost
Lose weight the sensible way . . . receive nutritional
counseling from a registered dietitian. Physician
referral is requested.
Labor
and Delivery Refresher Classes
The 4th Tuesday of every month
7:00 p.m.
Gratiot Community Hospital
$10.00
Having a baby is challenging work. Our special two
hour refresher course and tour for couples reviews
the childbirth experience and offers some practice
with breathing techniques.
Health Education Department
989-466-3208
Sibling
Classes
4th Wednesday of each month
6:00 p.m.
Gratiot Community Hospital
No charge
Being a big brother or big sister is challenging work.
Our program will inform siblings of what to expect
when a new baby arrives.
Health Education Department
989-466-3208
Alpena
Regional Medical Center
Four
Weeks to Weight Loss
(989) 356-7390
Weekly weight loss program taught by a registered
dietitian certified in weight management.
Safe Sitter
4/1 & 4/2/05
9 am – 3 pm
(989) 356-7390
$30
Teaches adolescent babysitters how to handle crises,
how to keep their charges secure, and how to nurture
and guide a young child.
Can’t Figure it Out?
4/7/05
7 pm
(989) 356-7390
Free of Charge
Helping parents understand adolescence in order
to better deal with conflicts encountered when trying
to help our children to become young adults; speaker
is Ted Stiger, ARMC Clinical Psychologist.
Asthma in Children
4/14/05
7 pm
(989) 356-7390
Free of Charge
Speaker is Dr. Susan Millard, a pediatric pulmonologist
from DeVos Children’s Hospital in Grand Rapids.
Pressure to be Perfect
4/23/05
(989) 356-7351 for more information
Program for 9-12 year old girls and a significant
adult female; covers physical and emotional changes
associated with puberty and adolescence.
Bay
City Regional Medical Center
Childbirth Series
Ongoing
Women's Health Pavilion, 3175 West Professional
Drive, Bay City
(989) 894-3937
$55.00/couple; $50 for Weekend Cram Session
For all expectant mothers and support persons. Classes
will provide information and instructions on emotional
and physical aspects of pregnancy during third trimester,
breathing and relaxation techniques, coping skills
and comfort measures, the labor and delivery process,
hospital birthing options and tour, and postpartum
and baby care.
There are three options with this series:
Option One -- Four weeks (3 hours per week); Option
Two -- Six weeks (2 hours per week); Option Three
-- Childbirth Weekend Cram Session (Friday evening
and six hours Saturday)
Childbirth Refresher
Bay Regional Medical Center, Mental Health Room
208
Ongoing
Additional Info: (989) 894-3935
To Register: (989) 894-3937
$25.00/couple
For couples who have taken previous childbirth classes
and have experienced delivery together. This class
provides information on:
*breathing and relaxation techniques
*hospital birthing options and tour
*coping skills and comfort measures during labor
*complications of labor
*postpartum care for the second time mom
*suggestions to help the older child adjust to the
new baby.
This one-night class meets for three hours.
The best time to attend a refresher is during your
third trimester. FYI: If you have a child/ren between
the ages of 3 and 8 years, we offer a sibling class
known as, "Baby Class for BIG Kids."
Prenatal Programs
For class descriptions and additional information,
please contact Rebecca Morgan at (989) 894-3935.
To register for a class, contact Bay Regional Medical
Center at (989) 894-3937.
Classes include:
* Childbirth Series
* Labor and Delivery Refresher
* Breastfeeding Class
* Baby Class for BIG Kids (sibling preparation class)
* New Parent Support Group
* Teen Pregnancy and Childbirth Series
Mercy
Hospital - Cadillac
Car Seat Safety Class
03/9/2005
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Mercy Hospital Cadillac - Auditorium
(231) 876-7403
Free of Charge
A certified instructor will educate families on infant/child
car seat safety. This class will help identify the
car seat that is best for your vehicle and answer
many commonly asked questions. If this class is full,
please call contact below for other options or to
be put on a waiting list. Thank you.
Northern Michigan Hospital
- Cadillac
Call
1-800-847-3665 for information
MidMichigan
Medical Center - Clare
Preparation
for Childbirth
4/6,
4/13, 4/20, & 4/27/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Offices-Clare, 602 Beech St, Kindel
Conference Room
5/18,
5/25, 6/1, & 6/8/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Offices-Clare, 602 Beech St, Kindel
Conference Room
5/22,
6/29, 7/6, & 7/13/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Offices-Clare, 602 Beech St, Kindel
Conference Room
7/27,
8/3, 8/10, & 8/17/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Offices-Clare, 602 Beech St, Kindel
Conference Room
Call
(800) 999-3199 to register. All programs are $50.
This class series prepares the expectant mother and
her labor partner for active participation in the
birth experience. Classes cover relaxation, breathing
awareness, hospital practices, the most up-to-date
techniques, and options for labor and delivery, including
the unexpected and cesarean birth. A hospital tour
is part of the class.
MidMichigan
Medical Center-
Midland
Newborn
Parenting – Midland
Dates: Every Thursday Times: 1-2:30
p.m. Location: Educational Services & Development
department at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland (use
the Orchard Building entrance) To Register: Call the
MidMichigan Health Line toll free at (800) 999-3199
Cost: Free
Just
The Facts: Fathers/Sons
3/22/05
MidMichigan
Medical Offices - Midland, Towsley Auditorium, Midland
All
programs are from 6-8 p.m. and are free of charge.
Call (800) 999-3199 to register.
For boys adolescence can be exciting, but also confusing
and sometimes frightening. There is a whole range
of emotions and questions surrounding the physical
and emotional changes that are taking place. This
program is designed for boys ages ten to fourteen
and their dads, or other adult male. MidMichigan pediatrician
Hicham Churbaji, M.D., will discuss the maturing process
and answer questions. Join us for some good food and
sharing of information, as well as useful tips on
how to recognize and deal with the physical, emotional,
and social changes of the normal adolescent male.
Preparation
for Childbirth
3/17,
3/24, 3/31, 4/7, & 4/14/05
7 pm – 9 pm
MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland, Orchard Auditorium
5/4,
5/11, 5/18, 5/25, & 6/1/05
7 pm – 9 pm
MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland, Towsley Conference
Room
Call
(800) 999-3199 to register. All programs are $50.
This class series prepares the expectant mother and
her labor partner for active participation in the
birth experience. Classes cover relaxation, breathing
awareness, hospital practices, the most up-to-date
techniques, and options for labor and delivery, including
the unexpected and cesarean birth. A hospital tour
is part of the class.
Central
Michigan Comm. Hospital - Mt. Pleasant
Breastfeeding
Support Group
Third Tuesday of each month
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Conference Room E
Central Michigan Community Hospital
1221 South Drive, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Infant Massage
3/10 and 3/14/05 (3/17 optional)
5/9, 5/12, and 5/16/05 (5/19 optional)
6 pm - 7 pm
Conference Room E, CMCH, 1221 South Drive, Mt. Pleasant
(989) 773-0530
$25
From newborns to walking age, the use of massage regularly
promotes faster weight gain, improves cardiac and
respiratory output, stimulates the immune system,
improves digestion, and can promote longer and deeper
sleep. Massage relieves tension and strengthens the
bond between parent and child. Pack a blanket for
your baby and join us to learn how to massage your
infant. The Instructor is Heather Frisch, Certified
Infant Massage Instructor.
Northern
Michigan Hospital - Petoskey
Childbirth Education
The Northern Michigan Hospital offers comprehensive
Childbirth Education to help prepare you for pregnancy,
childbirth, care of your newborn and those early parenting
years. All classes are held in the Community Health
Education Center. Complete details, including times,
dates and registration information are available by
calling HealthAccess - 1.800.248.6777.
Mother's
Circle
Second Friday of the month
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(231) 487-4762
No Charge
This group meets monthly on the second Friday of the
month and provides a great place to meet other moms,
socialize, get support and share a laugh or two.
Prepared Childbirth Education
3/8 – 4/18/05 (skip 4/5)
7 pm - 9 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
$45.00
Six-week series that includes information on normal
labor, birth and early postpartum, comfort measures
during labor, relaxation skills, labor support, communication
skills, potential problems during birth, information
on medical procedures, infant care and a tour of the
OB Department.
Saturday Childbirth Classes
3/19/05, 5/21/05
9 am - 3:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
$45.00
One-day program that includes information on normal
labor, birth and early postpartum, comfort measures
during labor, relaxation skills, labor support, communication
skills, potential problems during birth, information
on medical procedures and infant care. Lunch and refreshments
included.
Refresher - Childbirth Education
3/23/05
6:30 pm - 9 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
$20.00
For expectant parents who have already taken childbirth
classes and want to refresh and expand their knowledge.
Nutrition and Fad Diets Maze
3/23/05
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
No Charge
You will learn the importance of proper nutrition, as
well as the use of organic foods, toxin elimination
and supplements. The fad diet craze will be discussed
as well.
Prepared Childbirth Education
Thursdays from 4/14 – 5/19/05, Wednesdays
from 5/11 – 6/15/05
7 pm - 9 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
$45.00
Six-week series that includes information on normal
labor, birth and early postpartum, comfort measures
during labor, relaxation skills, labor support, communication
skills, potential problems during birth, information
on medical procedures, infant care and a tour of the
OB Department.
Siblings at Delivery
4/20/05
7 pm - 9 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave., Petoskey
(231) 487-4762
Free
For families who are planning to have their child(ren)
attend the birth of their new baby. This option should
be discussed with your doctor or midwife, and their
approval obtained prior to class.
Children's Health Fair
4/23/05
9 am - 2 pm
Petoskey Middle School
(800) 248-6777
No Charge
The Health Fair focuses on the well-being of newborns
to 12 year olds, giving these children a chance to be
kids with hands-on activities, education, entertainment
and something that's the secret of childhood-FUN! Entertainment
and activities all day. More details later.
Give Real Food A Chance
5/11/05
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
No Charge
Tammy Croy McMillian, Clinical Social Worker, will discuss
why food is important to round the body and soul. She
will address the raising concern of dieting and eating
disorders across the country.
Northern
Michigan Hospital - Cadillac
Call 1-800-847-3665 for more information
Northern
Michigan Hospital - Petoskey
Childbirth
Education
The Northern Michigan Hospital offers comprehensive
Childbirth Education to help prepare you for pregnancy,
childbirth, care of your newborn and those early parenting
years. All classes are held in the Community Health
Education Center. Complete details, including times,
dates and registration information are available by
calling HealthAccess - 1.800.248.6777.
Mother's
Circle
Second Friday of the month
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(231) 487-4762
No Charge
This group meets monthly on the second Friday of the
month and provides a great place to meet other moms,
socialize, get support and share a laugh or two.
Prepared Childbirth Education
3/8 – 4/18/05 (skip 4/5)
7 pm - 9 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
$45.00
Six-week series that includes information on normal
labor, birth and early postpartum, comfort measures
during labor, relaxation skills, labor support, communication
skills, potential problems during birth, information
on medical procedures, infant care and a tour of the
OB Department.
Saturday Childbirth Classes
3/19/05, 5/21/05
9 am - 3:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
$45.00
One-day program that includes information on normal
labor, birth and early postpartum, comfort measures
during labor, relaxation skills, labor support, communication
skills, potential problems during birth, information
on medical procedures and infant care. Lunch and refreshments
included.
Refresher - Childbirth Education
3/23/05
6:30 pm - 9 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
$20.00
For expectant parents who have already taken childbirth
classes and want to refresh and expand their knowledge.
Nutrition and Fad Diets Maze
3/23/05
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
No Charge
You will learn the importance of proper nutrition, as
well as the use of organic foods, toxin elimination
and supplements. The fad diet craze will be discussed
as well.
Prepared Childbirth Education
Thursdays from 4/14 – 5/19/05, Wednesdays
from 5/11 – 6/15/05
7 pm - 9 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
$45.00
Six-week series that includes information on normal
labor, birth and early postpartum, comfort measures
during labor, relaxation skills, labor support, communication
skills, potential problems during birth, information
on medical procedures, infant care and a tour of the
OB Department.
Siblings at Delivery
4/20/05
7 pm - 9 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave., Petoskey
(231) 487-4762
Free
For families who are planning to have their child(ren)
attend the birth of their new baby. This option should
be discussed with your doctor or midwife, and their
approval obtained prior to class.
Children's Health Fair
4/23/05
9 am - 2 pm
Petoskey Middle School
(800) 248-6777
No Charge
The Health Fair focuses on the well-being of newborns
to 12 year olds, giving these children a chance to be
kids with hands-on activities, education, entertainment
and something that's the secret of childhood-FUN! Entertainment
and activities all day. More details later.
Give Real Food A Chance
5/11/05
7 pm - 8:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360
Connable Ave.
(800) 248-6777
No Charge
Tammy Croy McMillian, Clinical Social Worker, will discuss
why food is important to round the body and soul. She
will address the raising concern of dieting and eating
disorders across the country.
Mercy
Hospital -
Cadillac Car
Seat Safety Class
03/9/2005
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Mercy Hospital Cadillac - Auditorium
(231) 876-7403
Free of Charge
A certified instructor will educate families on infant/child
car seat safety. This class will help identify the car
seat that is best for your vehicle and answer many commonly
asked questions. If this class is full, please call
contact below for other options or to be put on a waiting
list. Thank you.
MidMichigan
Medical Center-
Clare, Midland, Mt. Pleasant
MidMichigan
Health offers many free or low-cost classes and health screenings in Mt.
Pleasant and throughout central Michigan. Search for
classes and register online or by phone. MidMichigan
Health sponsors support groups in various central
Michigan communities for topics ranging from diabetes
to multiple sclerosis to newborn parenting.
Call 1-800-999-3199 of more information on:
- Newborn Parenting Group
- Diabetes Youth Support Group
- Preparation for Childbirth
- Refresher Childbirth Education
- Young and Pregnant
- Breastfeeding: Healthy Beginnings
- Older Brother/Older Sister
Newborn Parenting – Midland
Dates: Every Thursday Times: 1-2:30 p.m. Location:
Educational Services & Development department
at MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland (use the Orchard
Building entrance) To Register: Call the MidMichigan
Health Line toll free at (800) 999-3199 Cost: Free
Just The Facts: Fathers/Sons
3/9/05
MidMichigan Medical Offices - Gladwin, 609 Quarter
(Community Room)
3/17/05
MidMichigan Health Park-Mt. Pleasant, 4851 East Pickard,
Mount Pleasant
3/22/05
MidMichigan Medical Offices - Midland, Towsley Auditorium,
Midland
All
programs are from 6-8 p.m. and are free of charge.
Call (800) 999-3199 to register.
For boys adolescence can be exciting, but also confusing
and sometimes frightening. There is a whole range
of emotions and questions surrounding the physical
and emotional changes that are taking place. This
program is designed for boys ages ten to fourteen
and their dads, or other adult male. MidMichigan pediatrician
Hicham Churbaji, M.D., will discuss the maturing process
and answer questions. Join us for some good food and
sharing of information, as well as useful tips on
how to recognize and deal with the physical, emotional,
and social changes of the normal adolescent male.
Just the Facts: Moms/Daughters
3/15/05
6 pm – 8 pm
Quality Inn, 9285 West Lake City Road (M-55), Houghton
Lake
(800) 999-3199
No charge
Young girls, as early as eight or nine years of age
may start to notice changes in their body, emotions,
and interests. At this time, more than ever, a daughter
needs guidance and understanding to help her develop
healthy attitudes and feelings about herself. This
program is designed for girls nine to thirteen years
old and their mothers, or other adult female. Join
MidMichigan family practice physicians assistant Heather
Przybylo, PA-C, and Kathy Dolan, R.N., for an evening
of information sharing on the maturing process including
discussion of the physical, emotional, social maturation
of the normal adolescent female.
Older Brother/Older Sister
4/16/05, 5/14/05
9:30 am - 11:30 am
MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland, Orchard Auditorium
(800) 999-3199
$ 15
The goal of this class is to prepare children to welcome
the new baby into the family. Activities concerning
feelings, the expected newcomer, and a hospital tour
of the Maternity Unit are included. All children must
be accompanied by an adult during this class. Recommended
ages are 2 1/2 to 8 years.
Breastfeeding: Healthy Beginnings
3/22/05
MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland, Towsley Conference
Room
4/28/05,
6/6/05
MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland, Orchard Auditorium
All programs are from7-9 p.m. and are $15. Call (800)
999-3199 to register.
This class is designed for parents seeking additional
help and information. Topics include breast changes,
milk production, positioning and feeding frequency,
and problem solving. Participants will also learn
hints for adjusting to time away from the baby, returning
to work, and weaning options.
Pregnancy Massage
5/4/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland, Orchard Auditorium
(800) 999-3199
$ 20
Peri-natal massage has many benefits, including relief
from headaches, backaches and morning sickness, and
the reduction of swelling and edema. Learn the techniques
in this two-week series presented by certified massage
therapist Kendra Reisner.
Preparation for Childbirth
3/17,
3/24, 3/31, 4/7, & 4/14/05
7 pm – 9 pm
MidMichigan Medical Center-Midland, Orchard Auditorium
4/6,
4/13, 4/20, & 4/27/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Offices-Clare, 602 Beech St, Kindel
Conference Room
5/18,
5/25, 6/1, & 6/8/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Offices-Clare, 602 Beech St, Kindel
Conference Room
5/22,
6/29, 7/6, & 7/13/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Offices-Clare, 602 Beech St, Kindel
Conference Room
7/27,
8/3, 8/10, & 8/17/05
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
MidMichigan Medical Offices-Clare, 602 Beech St, Kindel
Conference Room
Call
(800) 999-3199 to register. All programs are $50.
This class series prepares the expectant mother and
her labor partner for active participation in the
birth experience. Classes cover relaxation, breathing
awareness, hospital practices, the most up-to-date
techniques, and options for labor and delivery, including
the unexpected and cesarean birth. A hospital tour
is part of the class.
Traverse
City
Children's
Art Therapy Group
Barbara McIntyre, PhD
Munson Medical Center
(231) 935-8492 (phone)
Every Monday
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Traverse City
Munson Medical Center - Clancy Room
Motherhood and Mood:Exploring changes in pregnancy
and postpartum
3/9/05
12 pm - 1 pm
Traverse City, Munson Community Health Center - Community
Health Library
(231) 935-9265
Free of Charge
The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists
report that about 70-85% of new mothers experience
the “baby blues” while about 10% of new
mothers experience postpartum depression.
Please join us for this lunchtime presentation by
Tamlynn Evans, APRN, BC, NP. This session will review:
normal emotional changes associated with pregnancy
and postpartum; symptoms of postpartum depression;
other psychiatric disorders that can develop following
birth of a baby; self-care techniques and treatment
options.
Tamlynn Evans is a Psychiatric-Mental Health Clinical
Nurse Specialist, specializing in perinatal psychiatry
and mental health. Infants content to be in mother’s
arms or in a carrier are welcome, too.
Slim and Trim Grocery Tour: Grocery Store Tour
3/9/05
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Traverse City, Tom's Food Market on East Bay
(800) 809-8127
Free of Charge
Join Registered Dietician Connie Metcalfe RD CDE for
a grocery store tour. She will teach you to read food
labels and select items to help you lose weight. Receive
a packet of weight loss information and be ready to
learn weight loss skills.
Maybe Baby
3/17/05
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Traverse City, Munson Community Health Center - Classroom
A & B
(800) 809-8127
Free of Charge
Thinking about having a baby? This presentation will
help you think ahead for a healthy pregnancy. Learn
the questions to ask before becoming a parent. Explore
preconception diet, emotional readiness, health care
coverage, genetic counseling, and personal health
history. Munson is partnering with Priority Health
to offer this free presentation.
A Time To Be Born - Childbirth Preparation
3/28/05, 4/4/05, 4/11/05, 4/18/05, 4/25/05
6:30 pm - 9 pm
Traverse City, Munson Community Health Center - Classroom
D
(800) 809-8127
$80 or voucher
When you are about to experience one of life's most
special events, it is important to be prepared. Active
birthing preparation promotes a positive birth experience
by preparing the expectant mother and her support
person for labor and delivery. This class presents
a combination of lamaze breathing and relaxation skills
along with alternative birthing techniques. This class
should be scheduled so that the series may be completed
one month prior to the birth of your child.
