Current NewsMaternal/Child Health Classes
All Maternal/Child Health Classes are taught by certified childbirth educators and board certified lactation consultants. To register, call (703) 369-8543. Please note that classes fill up quickly so register as soon as possible. The Wellness Center reserves the right to cancel classes that do not meet the minimum number of participants. Prices are subject to change. All fees are non-refundable.
Childbirth Preparation
This five-week course provides the expectant mother and her support person with information on pregnancy, labor, birth, breathing, relaxation and the post partum period. Topics on medication, anesthesia and cesarean are also discussed. Please bring three pillows, a blanket and a snack. (NOTE: A tour of the Birthing Center is not included with this class.)Location: Wellness Center, Purple Room
Medical Building 2, Lower Level
Fee: $145
Registration Required
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3/30/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/6/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/13/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/20/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/27/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/1/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/8/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/15/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/22/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/29/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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5/4/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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5/11/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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5/18/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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5/25/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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6/1/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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5/13/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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5/20/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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5/27/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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6/3/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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6/10/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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6/29/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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7/6/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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7/13/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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7/20/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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7/27/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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7/8/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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7/15/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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7/22/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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7/29/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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8/5/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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Weekend Childbirth Preparation
Ideal for the busy couple, the course content is the same as the five-week series but is condensed into two full weekend days. Please bring three pillows, a blanket and a snack. (NOTE: A tour of the Birthing Center is not included with this course.)
Location: Wellness Center, Purple Room
Medical Building 2, Lower Level
Fee: $145
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3/13/2010: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM | |
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3/20/2010: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM | |
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Baby Care Basics
This class is a must for parents expecting their first child. Learn about your newborn's appearance, diapering, bottle and breastfeeding, cord care, circumcision care, crying, comforting your baby and more. This class is taught by a registered nurse.Location: Wellness Center, Purple Room
Medical Building 2, Lower Level
Fee: $50
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3/24/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/7/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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4/21/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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5/5/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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6/9/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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6/30/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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New Mommies Group
This group of moms and babies meets each Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. to discuss topics such as first-year milestones, colic, breastfeeding, and the joys and adjustments to motherhood. This is a great way to meet new friends who are encountering similar experiences. Location: Wellness Center, Purple Room
Medical Building 2, Lower Level
Fee: $5
Breastfeeding
This class is taught by a lactation specialist. Learn techniques to make breastfeeding easy and successful. Class fee includes participant and one adult partner.Location: Wellness Center, Purple Room
Medical Building 2, Lower Level
Fee: $45
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3/27/2010: 10:00am - 12:30pm | |
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4/24/2010: 10:00am - 12:30pm | |
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5/8/2010: 10:00am - 12:30pm | |
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6/26/2010: 10:00am - 12:30pm | |
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Sibling Class
This class is for children between the ages of 3 and 8. This fun, interactive class helps to prepare a child to become a big brother or sister. The youngster will learn what to expect when the new baby arrives, how the baby will look, what the baby eats and more. They will also learn how to hold and diaper a baby. Children will make a big brother/big sister craft to take home. A short tour of the postpartum room and family waiting area in the Birthing Center is included. For infection control purposes, please do not attend if child is sick.Location: Wellness Center
Medical Building 2, Lower Level
Fee: $25 per child
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4/24/2010: 9:00am - 10:00am - 3 & 4-year-olds | |
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4/24/2010: 11:00am - 12:00pm - 5 to 8-year-olds | |
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6/26/2010: 9:00am - 10:00am - 3 & 4-year-olds | |
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6/26/2010: 11:00am - 12:00pm - 5 to 8-year-olds | |
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8/7/2010: 9:00am - 10:00pm - 3 & 4-year-olds | |
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8/7/2010: 11:00am - 12:00pm - 5 to 8-year-olds | |
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10/23/2010: 11:00am - 12:00pm - 5 to 8-year-olds | |
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10/23/2010: 9:00am - 10:00am - 3 & 4-year-olds | |
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Grandparent's Class
Come take a refresher course to get up-to-date on caring for your grandchild, and learn (or review) new baby care, including sleeping practices, car seat usage, home safety, the basics of choking rescue with infant CPR manikins and more. For more information call (703) 369-8543.Location: Wellness Center
Medical Building 2, Lower Level
Fee: $45 per person, $55 per couple
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6/2/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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8/4/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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11/3/2010: 7:00pm - 9:30pm | |
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