Free Pregnancy & Childbirth Classes
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Baby Fair & Open House
July 24, October 2
2:00 - 4:00 p.m. in the main lobby of Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital. Pre-registration is NOT required.
Whether you are thinking about having a baby, have a little one on the way,or have a newborn, our baby fair is worth attending!
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Register for free prenatal classes
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Tour our birthing center & meet our physicians
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Receive information about nutrition, exercise, relaxation, breastfeeding, infant development and car seat safety
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Parents are encouraged to bring older siblings for a tour of the birthing center.
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Learn about community resources including childcare, parenting, county health and other services
Session One: Labor & Delivery - A Start to Something New
June 12, September 11, December 4
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the conference rooms of Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital. Registration is required.
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Where does the pain come from?
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Pregnancy adjustments
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Relaxation during pregnancy
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Understanding your body and its changes during labor
Session Two: Labor & Delivery - An Ending & A Beginning
June 19, September 18, December 11
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the conference rooms of Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital. Registration is required.
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Signs and symptoms of labor and pre-term labor
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Labor pain management and intervention
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Breathing and relaxation techniques
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Medications
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The process of Birth
Class topics include routine infant care, new family dynamics, and postpartum depression. Features a question and answer session with a physician, and a baby bath demonstration. This class also offers an in-depth look at the benefits and management of breastfeeding for stay-at-home and working moms.
Care of the Newborn & Breast Feeding - The “Why’s & How’s”
2010 - June 26, September 25, December 18
3:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the conference rooms of Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital.
Registration is required.
