• Alma--Gratiot Health System

• Alpena--Alpena Regional Medical Center

• Bay City--Bay City Regional Medical Center

• Cadillac--Mercy Hospital

• Cadillac--Northern Michigan Hospital

• Carson City--Carson City Hospital

• Cheboygan--Cheboygan Memorial Hospital

• Clare--MidMichigan Medical Center

• Gaylord--Otsego Memorial Hospital

• Grayling--Mercy Hospital

• Midland--MidMichigan Medical Center

• Mt. Pleasant--Central Michigan Community Hospital

• Mt. Pleasant--MidMichigan Medical Center

• Petoskey--Northern Michigan Hospital

• Sheridan--Sheridan Community Hospital

• Standish--St. Mary’s–Standish Community Hospital

• Traverse City--Munson

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

Metabolic Syndrome: Time for Action
(989) 356-7337 or 1-800-942-8601
$25/person, $35/couple
You may have metabolic syndrome, otherwise known as Syndrome X, if you are overweight, have high blood pressure, and high levels of blood sugars and fats. The more components you have, the greater your health risks. This condition can often be reversed. This program gives you the tools to take steps toward being a healthier you.

Older Brother/Older Sister
1/25/06, 2/22/06, 3/22/06
6 pm - 8 pm
Gratiot Medical Center
300 East Warwick - OB Conference Room, Alma
Register online
"What About Me?" is a sibling course designed to make children feel more comfortable about the birth of a new brother or sister. Suggestions are offered to parents to help them approach this event with the most current and helpful information available.

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Teen Childbirth Series
2/6/06 - 02/22/06, 4/24/06 - 5/9/06
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Women 's Health Pavilion Childbirth Classroom
(989) 894-3937
This class is for pregnant teens and their support person(s). Class will provide information on emotional and physical aspects of pregnancy during third trimester, breathing and relaxation techniques, labor and birth process, coping skills and comfort measures, postpartum and baby care, and an additional focus on specific needs of teen parents. This class meets for 6 sessions on Monday and Wednesday evenings for 3 weeks.

Baby's First Massage Class
2/18/06, 3/16/06
10 am - 11 am, 7 pm - 8 pm
Women's Health Pavilion, 3175 West Professional Drive, Bay City
(989) 894-3937
$15.00
This class will be taught by a Certified Baby's First Massage Instructor and will cover:benefits of newborn massage, how to comfort your newborn, interpreting crying and simple massage strokes that enhance digestion, promote deeper sleep, healing, growth and development, and bonding.  Please bring your baby to class.

Breastfeeding Class
2/27/06,  4/13/06
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Women's Health Pavilion, 3175 West Professional Drive, Bay City
(989) 894-3937
$15.00 per person. A reduced rate of $10.00 per person is offered for participants
who are also registered for a Childbirth Series.
For expectant mothers who wish to have more information about:
*advantages of breastfeeding
*preparation and common misconceptions
*getting off to a good start and establishing a routine
*proper positioning
*behavior patterns in infants
*pumping and storing breastmilk
*weaning
This one-night class meets for 2 1/2 hours. It is best to take this class during the third trimester.

Baby Class for BIG Kids
3/4/06
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Bay Regional Medical Center, Mental Health Room 208
(989) 894-3937
$10.00/family
This is a 1 1/2 hour class for children ages 3-8 who are expecting a new baby at home. In this class children will:
*receive information about newborns
*take a tour of the nursery
*see where children may visit their mother
*talk about being a new big brother or sister.
NOTE: Each person must register separately. Please note family name in the "comments" section. It is recommended that this class be attended during the third trimester.

Labor and Delivery Refresher Class
3/6/06
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Bay Regional Medical Center
(989) 894-3937
$25.00
For couples who have experienced delivery together. Class provides information on breathing and relaxation techniques, review of labor and birth process, coping skills and comfort measures during labor, postpartum care of the second-time mom, suggestions to help the older child adjust to the new baby.

BRMC Sponsors "Boot Camp for New Dads"
3/25/06
10 am - 1 pm
Women's Health Pavilion, 3175 West Professional Drive, Bay City
(989) 894-3937
$15; scholarships are available. Boot Camp shirts are available for purchase.
“Boot Camp for New Dads” is a community education program for first time fathers. Taught by fathers, Boot Camp enables new dads to step up to the tremendous challenge of being a dad and feel confident bringing the new baby home. The 3-hour class will cover not only baby care and fatherhood, but also the needs of new mothers. Discussions center on topics such as forming a new family, the changing role of fathers, helping mom with breastfeeding, as well as hands-on opportunities for prospective dads to practice baby care skills under the guidance of veteran dads who bring their new babies to class. There will also be an interactive session featuring the best advice veteran dads can offer the rookies.

Fitness and Nutrition for Children and Adolescents
5/10/06 -  05/10/06
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Lincoln Center, 820 South Lincoln, Bay City
(989) 667-6600 -- Center for Rehabilitation

Many children and adolescents are leading more sedentary lifestyles. Getting enough exercise and proper nutrition are crucial for children's weight control as well as for helping to prevent conditions such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease and osteoporosis. Learn how to make exercise fun and safe for your child. Help to encourage in them a lifelong love of activity.



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Older Brother/Older Sister
2/18/06, 3/18/06, 4/15/06
6 pm - 8 pm
Midland
Register online
"What About Me?" is a sibling course designed to make children feel more comfortable about the birth of a new brother or sister. Suggestions are offered to parents to help them approach this event with the most current and helpful information available.

Preparation For Childbirth
4/5/06, 4/12/06, 4/19/06, 4/26/06, 5/3/06
7 am - 9 am
Center for Women's Health
2600 McCandless Dr (Education Room)
Midland
$65
(800)999-3199
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 Community Hospital--Mt Pleasant


PEDIATRIC CPR
1/19/06, 3/14/06, 5/4/06
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 pm, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Wellness Central, Lower Conference Room, 2600 Three Leaves Drive, Mt. Pleasant
(989) 779-5606
$15 (includes book)
New parents, caregivers, grandparents and others who want to learn rescue skills needed to help an infant or child in distress should attend this pediatric CPR class. Information about prevention of sudden infant death syndrome, common fatal pediatric injuries, pediatric CPR and choking will be presented by an American Heart Association Certified Instructor. Ample time is provided for hands on practice of CPR and choking techniques. Participants do not receive American Heart Association Certification for this course.

Adult, Infant, and Child Heartsaver CPR
4/11/06
9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Wellness Central, Upstairs Conference Room, 2600 Three Leaves Drive, Mt. Pleasant
(989) 779-5606
$35 (includes book)
This American Heart Association course is designed to teach lay rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies. At the conclusion of this class, participants will be able to recognize the warning signs of heart attack and stroke, implement adult, child and infant CPR, and perform choking intervention on adults, children, and infants. To receive certification, participants will be required to pass a written examination with an 84% equivalent or higher.



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Refresher - Childbirth Education
2/20/06
6:30 - 9:00 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360 Connable Ave.
1-800-248-6777
$20.00
For expectant parents who have already taken childbirth classes and want to refresh and expand their knowledge.

Birth Wisdom Class
3/14/06-4/25/06
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360 Connable Ave.
$45.00
This 4-week class will introduce participants to "Birthing from Within" and imagery techniques. These concepts will include interactive, creative expression, using art, journaling, relaxation and guided imagery. This class will help you to recognize your fears and beliefs about birth and facilitate self discovery.

Prepared Childbirth Education
2/1/06 - 3/8/06, 3/16/06 - 4/20/06 , 4/17/06 - 5/22/06 , 5/23/06 - 6/27/06
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360 Connable Ave.
$45.00
1-800-248-6777
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
2/11/06
9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360 Connable Ave.
$45.00
1-800-248-6777
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.

Sibling Preparation Class
2/27/06
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Location: Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360 Connable Ave.
$ 10.00
231.487.4762
This one-session program is an exciting multi-media class for expectant parents and their children ages 2 to 7. Using a story, creative play, artwork and a video, we give your child an introduction to life with a sibling. A child's OB tour is included. Your child should bring a doll or teddy bear to class with them. Best if taken in last 3 months of pregnancy.

Breastfeeding
2/14/06, 3/13/06
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360 Connable Ave.
1-800-248-6777
This one-session class provides the keys to successful breastfeeding. Learn about the advantages of breastfeeding, step-by-step guidelines, resources and support systems. Free of charge.

Siblings at Delivery
4/12/06
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Dean C. Burns Community Health Education Center, 360 Connable Ave., Petoskey
231-487-4762
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.