Childbirth Education Classes
Preregistration is required for all classes. Contact Casey Weems RN, BSN Childbirth Education Coordinator at 432-221-3283 or childbirtheducation@midland-memorial.com
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Basic Class - This four week class is recommended for all expectant parents and covers labor, delivery, and recovery. The class is designed to help parents feel more knowledgeable and confident about the pregnancy and birth process. It will focus on all the stages of labor- including positioning, breathing, and relaxation for each stage. Cost $30.00/couple.
4 Week classes are four Monday or Tuesday nights in a row from 7:00 pm-9:00 pm or two Saturdays in a row from 12:00 pm-4:00pm
May 7-28
May 11 & 18 (Saturday class)
May 13-June 10 (Skipping May 27)
June 4-25
June 24-July 15
Teen Childbirth Education Class - Four week class designed for expectant teen parents. Covers labor and delivery, newborn care, infant CPR and breastfeeding. Cost- $5.00
Classes are on Thursday Nights from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
May 23-June 13
Sibling Class- One hour class on
Saturday prepares the big sister or big brother for the new baby's arrival, includes tour, and hands-on activities.Cost- $10.00/family.
Classes are from 10:00 am -11:00 am Saturday
May 11
June 8
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Breastfeeding Class- This 1½ hour class is taught by certified lactation nurses and covers the basics of breastfeeding. It will include getting started in the hospital all the way to pumping and storing breast milk. No charge.
Classes are from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
May 9
June 13
June 27
Baby Care and Infant CPR Class - This two hour class covers the basics of baby care with a hands-on approach to help parents feel comfortable with their newborn. Infant CPR and choking first aid will also be taught and practiced. (This is not a certification course.) No charge.
Monday and Tuesday Night Classes are from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Saturday Classes are from 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
May 6
May 23
June 8
June 27
*Pre-registration is required for all classes, please call 221-3283. To avoid scheduling problems and filled classes, we recommend you sign up for classes as soon as possible in your pregnancy.
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Tour The BirthPlace
Tours of the BirthPlace are conducted on a monthly basis at 7:00 p.m. in the
lobby of Midland Memorial Hospital's New Scharbauer Tower on the first Monday and third Thursday of every month (excluding major holidays.)
Come visit with us to see what we have to offer expectant families.
Pre-registration is required, children are welcome.
Please direct all questions to Childbirth Education Coordinator at 432-221-3283,
or childbirtheducation@midland-memorial.com.
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Diabetes Education
Diabetes Self Management Classes:
The series include an individual initial assessment followed by three group classes and a personalized follow up appointment.
2012-2013
December — no evening classes
| December 4, 5 and 6 |
Morning class 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| January 8, 15, and 22 |
Evening class 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| January 9, 16, and 23 |
Morning class 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| February 5, 12, and 19 |
Evening class 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| February 6, 13, and 20 |
Morning class 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| March 5, 12, and 19 |
Evening class 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| March 6, 13, and 20 |
Morning class 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| April 2, 9, and 16 |
Evening class 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| April 3, 10, and 17 |
Morning class 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
MNT is an individual appointment with a Registered Dietitian to discuss nutritional concerns and receive and individualized meal plan for patients with diabetes. We also provide nutrition counseling for weight loss, heart health and more.
For information on Diabetes Education or Medical Nutrition Therapy, please call the Diabetes and Nutrition Learning Center at 221-3045.
To Know more about Diabetes Education, Click here.
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