Getting Ready for Baby. 7-9 p.m. Aug. 29-Oct. 10. Mansfield Health Education Center, 2900 12th Ave. N. Moms-to-be along with the baby's father or support person, may attend these free classes early in pregnancy. Attend all eight classes or choose only those of special interest to you. 237-3348.
Courses include:
¦ Having a Baby, Aug. 29.
Learn about your baby's growth and development, prenatal care of the family, common discomforts and relief measures during pregnancy, psychological adjustments during pregnancy and symptoms to report to your obstetrician. Just for dog owners: learn how to safely introduce dog to baby.
¦ Exercise and Car Seat Information, Sept. 5.
Our Physical Therapists will show you ways to prevent aches and injury during pregnancy and keep your muscles strong after your baby arrives. Learn how to choose an infant car seat and install it properly.
¦ It's a Birthday!, Sept. 12.
Those months of pregnancy were just the beginning; now the time has finally come! Learn what to expect in the St. Vincent Healthcare Labor and Delivery Unit, including birthing beds and fetal monitoring. Become familiar with the stages of labor and what to expect at each stage.
¦ Cesarean Delivery, Sept. 19.
Learn about reasons for Cesarean births, anesthesia and surgical procedures, and unexpected outcomes. Take a tour of St. Vincent Healthcare's newly remodeled Mother Newborn unit.
¦ Pain Management During Delivery and Care of the New Mom, Sept. 26.
Worried about the pain of labor? An Anesthesiologist discusses analgesia and anesthesia for labor and delivery. See the equipment used and ask questions. Take care of yourself as a new mom. Learn about birth recovery for vaginal and cesarean births and the fourth trimester.
¦ When Baby Goes Home, Oct. 3.
Do babies come with instruction manuals? Learn the essentials for parenting your newborn: newborn behavior, health and safety, bathing baby, and cord care.
¦ Breastfeeding, Oct. 10.
Taught by our lactation consultants, learn everything you need to know to prepare to breastfeed, including the anatomy and physiology of breastfeeding, breastfeeding skills and techniques. Plus, special information for ensuring a positive feeding experience when you return to work.
¦ Boot Camp for New Dads (Dads-to-be only.), Oct. 17.
Attend a free workshop taught by other dads and leave more confident in your ability to be a great dad. Learn the ropes from men who have successfully made the transition to fatherhood in this hands-on interactive workshop. Registration required.