Women's Health Center Educational Programs
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Registration and pre-payment is required for all courses.
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The following classes are offered by appointment only:
PREPARATION CLASS FOR SIBLINGS ATTENDING CHILDBIRTH. $15.00 per family
TEEN PREGNANCY. No fee.
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CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION CLASSES
A Westerly Hospital certified childbirth educator, who is a registered nurse, provides information on labor and birth options and interprets The Women's Health Center's policies and methods of care and teaches breathing/relaxation techniques which are helpful during labor. Preparation for the unexpected Cesarean section is also included. For women in the sixth and seventh month of pregnancy, and their spouse or companion.
FEE: $75.00 per couple
Classes held on Mondays or Wednesdays run for four or five weeks and are two-hour classes from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Saturday classes are held from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Classes are held in The Westerly Hospital's Nardone Conference Center, Room B, unless otherwise noted.
Please bring a pillow and blanket to Childbirth Preparation classes.
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thurs./Fri.
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Saturday
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March 22 through April 19
(No class April 5)
Please note this is 4-week versus a 5-week session)
July 19 through August 23(No class August 2)
October 18 through November 22
(no class November 1)
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No classes
offered on Tuesdays
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Jan. 13 through Feb. 10
May 5 through June 9
(no class May 12)
September 1 through September 29
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No classes offered on Thursdays or Fridays
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Classes held on two consecutive Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
January 23 and 30
March 27 and April 10
July 17 and 31
September 25 and October 9
Classes will be cancelled if less than four couples are registered.
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CHILDBIRTH PREPARATION REFRESHER COURSE
Refresher classes are suggested for couples who have completed a prepared childbirth class for a previous pregnancy. The course is taught by a registered nurse, who is a certified childbirth educator.
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Offered on Mondays or Wednesdays only.
Call the Childbirth Education Department at 401-348-3365 and speak to the Unit Coordinator to arrange a Childbirth Preparation Refresher Class.
Refresher classes will be held on the 2nd and 3rd week of the scheduled Childbirth Preparation classes (see schedule above).
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REFRESHER COURSE FEE: $40.00 per couple
For the class location, please refer to your confirmation sheet which will be mailed to you. Please bring a pillow and a blanket.
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SIBLING PREPARATION AND TOUR
Include "big" sisters and brothers in plans for the arrival of the new baby. Children are invited to tour the Women's Health Center and attend a special class. Visual aids are used to help children develop an understanding of being a big brother or sister.
FEE: $10.00 per child and additional $5.00 each additional child per family.
Classes are for 3 years old and up.
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10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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Classes are scheduled on an as needed basis. Please call 401-348-3365 for an appointment. |
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Many moms and dads have questions and concerns about caring for their new baby once they return home from the hospital. Knowing what to expect during the early weeks and months of parenthood will help you care for your newborn with confidence. This program is aimed at addressing your concerns and questions about newborn behavior. Newborn classes should be taken in the eighth month of pregnancy or the first few weeks after delivery.
FEE: $15.00 per couple.
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6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
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Jan. 12
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July 13 |
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March 9
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Sept. 14
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May 11
(3rd Floor Board Room)
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Nov. 9
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This prenatal class, designed to prepare moms for the breastfeeding experience, is recommended for those in the seventh or eighth month of pregnancy. Content includes anatomy and physiology of milk production and the needs of infants and parents. New moms will also learn tips for returning to work while continuing to breastfeed.
No fee for patients delivering at The Westerly Hospital.
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6:30 - 8:30 PM
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Feb. 9
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April 6
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June 8
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Aug. 24
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Oct. 19
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Dec. 14
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Enlist in a night of Basic Training at Dad's Bootie Camp. Come conquer your fears about fatherhood and learn to be a pro at handling and caring for your new baby. This popular and informative three hour hands on class done with a touch of humor is for expecting dads whose partner is in her eighth or ninth month of pregnancy.
FEE: $20.00.
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6:00 - 9:00 PM
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Jan. 26
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March 23 |
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May 25
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July 27 |
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Sept. 28
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Nov. 23 |
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Taught by a Certified Basic Life Support Instructor, this program teaches caregivers basic rescue techniques including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Hazards leading to foreign body airway obstruction in infants and children will be addressed as well as reminders on how to make an environment safe for small children. This program is for anyone who wants to learn Infant and Child CPR, but does not need a course completion card. FEE: $20.00 per person. Class minimum of 4 people - maximum of 8 people.
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6:00 - 8:30 PM
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Feb. 16
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Aug. 17
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April 13
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Oct. 12
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June 15
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Dec. 7
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The following classes are offered by appointment only:
PREPARATION CLASS FOR SIBLINGS ATTENDING CHILDBIRTH. $15.00 per family
TEEN PREGNANCY. No fee.
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