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Calendar Community Classes Advanced registration is required for all classes, meetings and tours. FREE classes, and Medicaid, UNC student and employee discounts are available (please contact the center for details). For more information or to register for a class, please visit our website at www.nchealthywoman.org or call (919) 843-8463. Prepared Childbirth, also en Español (Clases de Parto) Learn how to increase your confidence in your ability to give birth and learn various coping strategies and labor techniques. Each class focuses on how mother and partner can work together to have a healthy and positive birthing experience. Refresher Childbirth Class A birth class designed for parents who have already had a child to review the current recommendations and trends. $40 per couple Mentoring Other Mothers (MOM) Networking Group Share your concerns, joys, tips and experiences during these weekly sessions with other new mothers in a relaxed setting, while gaining insight from an experienced mom and a trained facilitator. Free if you attended a UNC Prepared Childbirth course. Prenatal Yoga We offer three- and five-week sessions as a great way for an expectant mom to optimize her health and comfort during pregnancy. Prenatal Baby Massage Learn the gentle art of massaging your baby! Taught in two sessions, this hands-on class will introduce parents/ caregivers to the basics of infant massage. Infants ages 1–6 months may participate. CPR for Family and Friends, also en Español A fantastic class that teaches the latest CPR techniques for infants, children and adults and provides information about injury prevention. Boot Camp for New Dads One of our most popular classes—just for men! Our new dads-to-be meet with “veteran” dads and their newborns to learn tips, strategies and advice on changing diapers, soothing crying babies, handling finances, taking care of Mom and more. Breastfeeding Pam Freedman of the La Leche League teaches this essential lactation class that acquaints couples with the basics and techniques of breastfeeding. 4th Trimester: Life with a Newborn Moms-to-be learn some of the basic skills needed to care Health events, classes and support groups from UNC Health Care Estrogen and the Menopause Transition: What Every Woman Should Know Susan S. Girdler, PhD, will present information on the role of estrogen withdrawal in menopausal symptoms, as well as the role of estrogen withdrawal in the increased risk for both depression and cardiovascular disease that occurs in women as they transition to menopause. Tuesday, May 22, noon–1 p.m. Nutrition Wiz Kidz: Nutrition Education for Preteens— Vibrant Vegetables Getting proper nutrition can last a lifetime, and starting good habits when we are young helps to ensure that. This presentation will focus on one healthy nutrition topic each month. Come learn about healthy nutrition for 9- to 12-year-olds. Tuesday, May 22, 5–6 p.m. Fleet Feet Sports Carrboro Introduction to Running Clinics If you want to take your walk to a run, or introduce running into your fitness journey, attend this clinic to learn training schedules, benefits of walking/running and different shoe technologies and types. Registration is required. Wednesday, May 23, 6:30–8 p.m., and Thursday, May 31, 12:30–1:30 p.m. Ask the Dietitian—Hot Trends for 2012 Whether you are looking to lose weight or just eat more healthfully, Liz Watt, RD, will have information on what’s hot in nutrition this year. Find out what works and what doesn’t. Tuesday, June 5, 9:30– 10:30 a.m. Stress Management for a Healthy Lifestyle Stress causes wear and tear on the body, and generally comes with life changes. Despite its prevalence, there are many for a newborn, such as sleep management, crying and soothing techniques, dealing with illness, etc. Baby in the Dog’s House Barbara Long, CPDT (certified pet dog trainer), will reveal the secrets to preparing the family dog for the arrival of a new baby. Photographing Your Baby Dilip Barman, Triangle photographer and instructor, unveils easy-to-use techniques for capturing vibrant photos of your baby. Sign Language for Budding Babies Certified ASLA (American Sign Language Association) instructor Jessica Kelly will help you learn how to enrich your child’s speech and language, boost vocabulary, increase self-confidence, and stimulate intelligence through the use of American Sign Language. Choosing & Using Child Care Representatives from our local child-care services department will talk briefly on how to recognize and find quality child care in your community for infants, toddlers and school-age children. Maternity & Sibling Tours, also en Español Tours of our Labor and Delivery and Maternity Care centers are designed to answer your questions concerning the logistics of having your baby at UNC Hospitals. Sibling tours are designed for families with children ages 3 to 8. 19th Annual Senior Health and Fitness Day Join us to commemorate this special day for seniors by learning how to decide whether to “age in place” or “move on.” This encore program is from the Orange County Department on Aging. Wednesday, May 30, 12:30–1:30 p.m. Wellness Center Classes To register for Wellness Center classes, stop by the registration desk at the Wellness Center. For more information, call (919) 966-5500 or visit www.uncwellness.com. 14 Spring 2012 Well http://www.nchealthywoman.org http://www.uncwellness.com

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Well - Spring 2012
UNC Health Care News
Community
Tar Heel Team Builder Bike Ride
From Hospital to Home
Actively Retired
Nutrition
Education and Exercise Help Prevent Falls
Calendar

Well - Spring 2012