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General Classes and Events



Inspiring Hearts and Lives Through Art
March 4, noon to 1 p.m.

Chantel Barber, artist

Artist Chantel Barber will present a live demonstration of one of her angel paintings.

Reservations are required and can be made Monday through Friday,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., by calling 800-4-BAPTIST or 901-227-8478.


Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Pain
March 31, noon to 1 p.m.

Dr. John Bridges, director of pharmaceutical services at Baptist Women’s Hospital

This seminar will focus on ways to manage pain, side effects of pain medication, and non-pharmacological treatment options for pain.

Reservations are required and can be made Monday through Friday,
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., by calling 800-4-BAPTIST or 901-227-8478.


Girls' Day Out
April 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This free event will offer makeovers, massages, financial planning advice, nutrition information, jewelry vendors and a host of free health screenings, including cholesterol, blood glucose, blood pressure, body mass index and more.




For more information and to register for the following classes,
please call (901) 226-5764.



Weeknight Childbirth Education

This four-week series covers information on the process of labor, pain management options, basic breathing and relaxation techniques and a tour of the labor and delivery facilities. At the end of the four-week series, you may elect to take an additional natural childbirth class that covers advanced breathing techniques, massage therapy and comfort measures for those planning the "natural delivery." The natural childbirth information is included in the Saturday class. The cost of the four-week series is $55, and the cost of the additional classes is $20. Class start dates for the four-week series are listed below.

Weeknight Childbirth Education Start Dates
7 - 9 p.m.
Room D
Jan. 4, 5
Feb. 8, 9
March 15, 16
April 19, 20
May 24, 25
June 28, 29
Aug. 2, 3
Sep. 6, 7
Oct. 11, 12
Nov. 15, 16
Dec. 20, 21

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One-Day Saturday Childbirth Education

An alternative for those who can't attend on weeknights, this all-day Saturday class covers the basics of childbirth: what to expect in labor and delivery, pain management options and breathing and relaxation techniques. A tour of labor and delivery unit is also included. The fee for this class is $75.

One-day Saturday Childbirth Class
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.     
Rooms A, B, C
Jan. 2, 16
Feb. 6, 20
March 6
April 3, 17
May 1, 15
June 5, 19
July 3, 17
Aug. 7, 21
Sep. 4, 18
Nov. 6, 20
Dec. 4, 18



Lamaze Refresher

An abbreviated class for those who have previously attended childbirth classes and are needing a "refresher" on Lamaze or natural childbirth techniques. It covers a review of the labor process and breathing and relaxation techniques. The cost is $25.

Lamaze Refresher
7 - 9 p.m.      Room D
Feb. 2
April 13
June 22
Aug. 31
Nov. 9

Expectant Parents Class

Topics covered in this single-session class cover "baby basics" including information on infant care, surviving the first few weeks and infant safety. Break-out sessions will cover specific information for both moms and dads. This class is offered once a month on Saturdays. The cost is $30 per couple.

Expectant Parents Class
9 a.m. - noon
Rooms A, B, C
Jan. 23
Feb. 27
March 20
April 24
May 22
June 26
July 24
Aug. 28
Sept. 25
Oct. 23
Nov. 27
Dec. 11

Breastfeeding Classes

This class covers the basics of breastfeeding, getting started, returning to work and resources for assistance and information. The cost is $30.

Breastfeeding Saturday Class
1 to 3 p.m.     Rooms A, B, C (unless noted otherwise)
Jan. 9
Feb. 13
March 13
April 10
May 8
June 12
July 10
Aug. 7 (Room D)
Sept. 11
Oct. 9
Nov. 13
Dec. 4 (Room D)

Breastfeeding Weeknight Class
6 - 8 p.m.     Rooms A, B, C
Jan. 14
Feb. 18
March 18
April 15
May 13
June 17
July 15
Aug. 19
Sept. 16
Oct. 14
Nov. 18
Dec. 16


Beautiful Bundles

This free" new moms support group is facilliatated by mother/baby nurses who can answer questions and provide information about infant care and breastfeeding. Moms are welcome to bring their baby and meet other new moms.
Registration is not required. For additional information, please call 901-227-9873.

Beautiful Bundles
Every Thursday, except holidays, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m., Room D


Family Education
Dynamic Dads

Join Baptist’s new Dynamic Dads program, where experts train rookie fathers to be responsible and involved in the life of their newborns. A coach and a team of veteran dads will lead a free three-hour workshop. This powerful “training camp” will equip each dad with the skills and attitude to be a great and dynamic dad.

For more information or to register, please call (901) 260-8506 or (901) 227-9873.

Dynamic Dads
12:30 - 4 p.m.
Room D
Jan. 16
March 20
May 15
July 17
Sep. 18
Nov. 20

Grandparents Class

Designed as an update on childbirth and parenting practices, this class covers infant care, assisting the new parents and tips for grandparents. This single-session class is offered on a weeknight every other month. The cost is $30.

Grandparents Class
7 - 9 p.m.      Rooms D
Jan. 7
March 11
May 6
July 8
Sept. 9
Nov. 11

Beautiful Bundles

This free" new moms support group is facilliatated by mother/baby nurses who can answer questions and provide information about infant care and breastfeeding.
Moms are welcome to bring their baby and meet other new moms. Registration is not required. Please call 901-227-9873 for need additional information.

Beautiful Bundles
Every Thursday, except holidays, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m., Room D
Sibling Class

This class is designed for children expecting a new brother or sister. This "hands-on" interactive class prepares siblings for the new arrival. Information is also provided to parents on making the transition easier. Children from the ages of 2-10 are welcome to attend. The cost is $20 per child or $25 for two children or more in the same family.

Sibling Class
10 a.m. - noon      Rooms A, B, C (unless noted otherwise)
Jan. 9
Feb. 13
March 13
April 10
May 8
June 12
July 10
Aug. 7 (Room D)
Sept. 11
Oct. 9
Nov. 13
Dec. 4
(Room D)



Last modified: 3/11/2010


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