Pregnancy and beyond

Baby basics

Ease into a tender transition. Learn how to care for yourself and your baby after birth.

Location

Classes are held:

Medcenter One Outpatient Services Center
Medical staff conference room #3
414 N. Seventh St.
Bismarck, N.D. 58501

Cost

Cost is $10 per mother/couple, payable at registration.

Saturday classes are 3—5 p.m.

2010 schedule

Jan. 23
Mar. 20
May 22
Sept. 18

Thursday evening classes are 7—9 p.m.

2010 schedule

Feb. 4
Apr. 15
July 22
Oct. 7
Nov. 11

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Happiest baby on the block

Do you suffer sleepless nights because of a crying baby? Find out about effective ways to calm your baby in this class.

New parents will learn step-by-step how to help babies sleep longer and soothe even the fussiest infant in minutes or less.

This two-hour class is free and open to the public. Parents will receive a kit which contains "The Happiest Baby on the Block" DVD and "Soothing Sounds" CD.

For more information, call 323.5626 or e-mail shilfer@mohs.org.

Class schedule

3—5 p.m. the following Tuesdays

April 20
June 15
Aug. 17
Oct. 19
Dec. 21

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I'm a big brother/big sister

The I'm a big brother/big sister program at Birthcenter One will help prepare children and their parents for the birth of their new baby.

Who should attend?

Children ages 3—7 who will be a new big brother or sister.

What will you learn?

Children will learn the importance of becoming a big brother or sister. This will help reduce the feelings of jealousy and resentment they may feel towards their new sibling.

Parents will be given information about parenting and the new experience of adding another child to the family circle.

Location

Classes are held 6:30—7:30 p.m. at:

Medcenter One Outpatient Services Center
Medical staff conference rooms
414 N. Seventh St.
Bismarck, N.D. 58501

Cost

Cost is $10 per child payable at pre-registration.

Registration

Call 701.323.6376. Pre-registration is required.

Schedule

2010 schedule

Jan. 21
Mar. 18
May 20
July 15
Sept. 16
Nov. 18

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Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics as the food of choice for babies up to age one. Many mothers find breastfeeding to be a very fulfilling experience.

The class instructor is a breast feeding specialist and a registered nurse at Birthcenter One.

Cost

The Breastfeeding class is $10 per mother/couple payable at pre-registration.

Who should attend?

Women who are interested in breastfeeding their baby. We recommend registering during the fifth month of your pregnancy.

What will you learn?

• Benefits of breastfeeding
• Preparation and methods to get off to a good start
• Problem prevention and treatment
• Common concerns and questions
• Working while nursing

Location

Medcenter One Outpatient Services Center
Medical staff conference room #3
414 N. Seventh St.
Bismarck, N.D. 58501

Registration

Call 701.323.6376. Pre-registration is required.

Schedule

Classes are held from 7—9 p.m.

2010 schedule

Jan. 26
Feb. 23
Mar. 23
Apr. 27 in MSCR 1
May 18
July 27
Sept. 21
Oct. 26
Nov.16

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Infant massage

Who should attend?

Parents and baby (age birth to 9 months).

What will you learn?

Increase your ability to communicate with your baby by understanding infant stress cues and learning massage techniques (complimentary bottle of massage oil is included).

Location

Birthcenter One
300 N. Seventh St.
Bismarck, N.D. 58501

Cost

$15 per infant/family payable at pre-registration.

Registration

Call 701.323.6376. Pre-registration is required.

Schedule

Classes are offered every other month on 3 consecutive Tuesdays from 2—3 p.m.

2010 schedule

Jan. 12, 19, 26
Mar. 9, 16, 23
May 11, 18, 25
July 13, 20, 27
Sept. 14, 21, 28
Nov. 9, 16, 23

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Prepared childbirth (previously Lamaze)

Who should attend?

Any pregnant woman and her childbirth coach. We recommend registering during your fifth month of pregnancy.

What will you learn?

Techniques involved in coping with labor and delivery in a positive manner.

Location

Classes are held:

Medcenter One Outpatient Services Center
Medical staff conference rooms
414 N. Seventh St.
Bismarck, N.D. 58501

Registration

Call 701.323.6376. Pre-registration is required.

Schedule

2010 Prepared childbirth class schedule
(previously Lamaze)
Tuesday evening classes 6:30—9:30 p.m.

Jan. 5, 12, 19
Mar. 2, 9, 16
April 6, 13, 20
July 6, 13, 20
Aug. 3, 10, 17
Oct. 5, 12, 19

2010 weekend classes are held Saturday and Sunday 1—5:30 p.m.

Jan. 9, 10
Feb. 20, 21
Mar. 6, 7
Apr. 10, 11
May 1, 2
June 5, 6
Sept. 25, 26
Oct. 23, 24
Nov. 20, 21

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Well-baby clinic

A well-baby clinic is offered every Tuesday (except holidays) from 1—3 p.m. and an evening well-baby clinic the first Tuesday of each month from 5—7 p.m.

The clinic is located at Birthcenter One, on 5th floor of the hospital using elevator C.

No appointments are needed. Just stop by during the clinic hours and a registered nurse will weigh your baby and answer any questions you may have.

This is an opportunity for you to join us and gain educational experience that will benefit not only your baby, but also your family. It also allows you to meet other families with babies, too!

Call us anytime at 701.323.6580 or 800.732.7126.

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