Community Calendar
Clinch Valley Medical Center periodically offers seminars and workshops to the community on childbirth preparation, diabetes, stroke and other health topics. Check our Community Calendar often to see what we have to offer.
Clinch Valley Medical Center
Childbirth Classes: Free
Date(s):10/24/2007
- 10/23/2008
Time(s):Second and Third Mondays 6pm - 8pm
Location: Clinch Valley Medical Center (please call 276-596-6330 for the specific room to be used)
Current Series: March 10 & 17 and April 14 & 21
If you're expecting a baby or planning a pregnancy in the near future, the Obstetrics Department of Clinch Valley Medical Center has something for you! A new four-week series of Childbirth preparation classes begins in January, March, May, July, September and November. Classes are held the second and third Monday of each month, and you may join at any time during the four-week series. The classes are designed to answer all your questions -- whether this is your first baby or your fifth. Among the topics we'll cover:
* - Pre-pregnancy planning
* - Nutrition
* - Exerise
* - "Do's and Don'ts"
* - Avoiding complications
* - Labor and Delivery
* - Vaginal Birth after C-Section
* - C-sections, epidurals and pain management
* - Breastfeeding
* - Newborn care
* - New mom care
All of our instructors are certified by the American Red Cross "Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby" program.
Class schedule for 2008:
lst Series: January 14 & 21 and February 11 & 18
2nd Series: March 10 & 17 and April 14 & 21
3rd Series: May 12 & 19 and June 9 & 16
4th Series: July 14 & 21 and August 11 & 18
5th Series: September 8 & 15 and October 13 & 20
6th Series: November 10 & 17 and December 8 & 15
Everyone is welcome! You do not need to have a partner to attend these classes. Come and learn in our relaxed environment. Explore the joy of pregnancy and the anticipation of giving birth. Classes are free and refreshments are provided.
To register, or for further information, call (276) 596-6330.
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