August Virtual Events Pen Bay Medical Center & Waldo County General Hospital PBMC and WCGH are offering childbirth education and a few outdoor community health & wellness classes in person. Please note all attendees will need to abide by social distancing and masking guidelines. The support groups listed will meet virtually through online platforms. You will receive access to the support group or class after registering. Thank you for your understanding.
Childbirth Preparation Class Saturday, August 1, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Waldo County General Hospital, Classroom, Ground Floor 118 Northport Avenue, Belfast Topics covered include signs of labor; what to expect at the hospital; stages of labor; pain relief options including relaxation, breathing, medications and epidural; complications; Caesarean birth and other questions you may have. Registration is required, please call 505-4140 to register. Please note class space is limited and all attendees will need to abide by social distancing and masking guidelines. Virtual Breastfeeding Support Group - WCGH Mondays, August 3 – 31, 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. (Every Monday, please call ahead if it falls on a holiday) This group offers breastfeeding support and guidance to breastfeeding mothers. Our certified lactation consultants and certified lactation counselors will lead breastfeeding topics such as the early weeks, fussy babies, common problems and solutions, going back to work, nutrition and long term breastfeeding success. We are temporarily offering this support group online. Please visit journeytohealth.coursestorm.com or call 301-3950 to register. After you are registered, shortly before the class starts you will receive an email with information as to how to participate in the class. For more information, please contact lactation services at WCGH at 505-4109.
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