Women & Children

Taught by a lactation consultant, this one-time class prepares women and their support person for breastfeeding. Topics covered include what to expect the first several weeks and beyond, the importance of good positioning and latch, pumping, hand expression and how your support person can help. $10…

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Girl Talk is designed to open up communication between moms and daughters (ages 10 - 12) about puberty, reproduction, self-esteem, decision-making and other issues as they mature into young women. $30/family Classes held 10/8/2019, 10/15/2019, 10/22/2019, and 10/29/2019…

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Led by a registered nurse who is a trained childbirth educator, this evening class is held weekly for three weeks. these classes are designed for the expectant mother and her labor partner to provide instruction on breathing, relaxation, and coping techniques for use during labor with or without medication. You’ll also become familiar with the stages and variations of labor including back labor, c-section, induction, and epidural delivery using instruction, video, and interactive floor activit…

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Soon-to-be big brothers and sisters learn what their role when their new baby arrives. Children learn about newborn behavior and basic baby care, along with touring the Women's Center. Each child receives a T-shirt that proudly states "I'm the big brother/sister." For ages 3+. $15/child or $20/family…

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Designed for youth (ages 11-14), this class helps older children learn how to be responsible baby-sitters. Safety is emphasized as well as how to keep both children and parents happy. Participants are also given information on how to start and maintain a baby-sitting business. $15…

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Join us in the Medical Founders Room A & B at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital to hear Beth Shelton speak about the stigma of perinatal mental health needs, the risk factors during the postpartum phase, and the development of the screening process. CEU's and CME's will be provided.…

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Led by a registered nurse who is a trained childbirth educator, this evening class is held weekly for three weeks. these classes are designed for the expectant mother and her labor partner to provide instruction on breathing, relaxation, and coping techniques for use during labor with or without medication. You’ll also become familiar with the stages and variations of labor including back labor, c-section, induction, and epidural delivery using instruction, video, and interactive floor activit…

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This one-time class for both mom and dad covers all the basics of taking care of a newborn. We’ll cover umbilical cord care, circumcision care, diaper rash, colic, bathing, burping, bonding, safe sleep and more. $10…

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Taught by a lactation consultant, this one-time class prepares women and their support person for breastfeeding. Topics covered include what to expect the first several weeks and beyond, the importance of good positioning and latch, pumping, hand expression and how your support person can help. $10…

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Soon-to-be big brothers and sisters learn what their role when their new baby arrives. Children learn about newborn behavior and basic baby care, along with touring the Women's Center. Each child receives a T-shirt that proudly states "I'm the big brother/sister." For ages 3+. $15/child or $20/family…

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This class is a condensed version of Prepared Childbirth and is designed for the expectant mother and labor partner.  The multiple aspects of labor, birth and postpartum period are covered, as well as baby basics.  This class includes a tour of the Labor & Delivery area at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.  Fee $20…

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This one-time class for both mom and dad covers all the basics of taking care of a newborn. We’ll cover umbilical cord care, circumcision care, diaper rash, colic, bathing, burping, bonding, safe sleep and more. $10…

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Taught by a lactation consultant, this one-time class prepares women and their support person for breastfeeding. Topics covered include what to expect the first several weeks and beyond, the importance of good positioning and latch, pumping, hand expression and how your support person can help. $10…

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