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Wellness Library
with Lifestyle Medicine Staff, MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick
Visit our Wellness Library in the Social Hub at Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick!
Our Library consists of some well-connected topics, including but not limited to:
- Nutrition & Healthy Eating Cookbooks
- Therapies
- Dementia
- Parkinson's
- Child/Teen health
- Cancer
- Mental Health
- Stress
Our books are available for reading or check-out whenever we have a volunteer staffing the Social Hub.
MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick
207-373-6585
Cardiac Support Group
with Cate Parker MS, RN, DipACLM, MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick
This group is intended for patients who have experienced heart problems.
Caregivers are welcome.
What to expect:
- Social connection and support
- Ongoing contact with health professionals
- Keep updated on latest recommendations
- Explore elements of Lifestyle medicine
- Represent the needs of other heart patients
2nd Tuesday each month, 1:30-2:30 pm, at Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick, ME 04011
Participants do not need to have been a part of cardiac rehab to join in this group.
For more information, please call 207-373-6360.
Walk with a Doc Shop
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN, MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick
Walk with a Doc T-Shirts
This updated unisex essential fits like a well-loved favorite.
- 52% combed and ring-spun cotton 48% poly (super soft!)
- WWAD logo on the front; walkwithadoc.org on the back
- Blue t-shirts in Adult sizes Small, Medium, Large, Xtra Large
- Green t-shirts Adult sizes Medium, Large, Xtra Large
Pay online and pick-up at Lifestyle Medicine, 329 Maine Street, Brunswick (Parkview). Click "Register" to purchase a "seat" (shirt).
For more information or assistance please call 207-373-6585.
Walk with a Doc
with Estelle Krestos RN, BSN, MaineHealth Lifestyle Medicine Brunswick
Take a STEP toward better HEALTH
Walking is low impact, and safe with a doctor's okay, for people with orthopedic ailments, heart conditions, and those who are more than 20% overweight. Walking for as little as 30 minutes a day has many benefits, including:
- Reducing the risk of coronary heart disease, osteoporosis, Type 2 diabetes, and breast and colon cancer
- Maintaining body weight and lowering risk of obesity
- Enhancing mental well-being
Join our physicians and health care providers for a walk and talk and become informed and inspired on the journey to improving your health.
To learn more and sign the waiver prior to your first walk, visit https://walkwithadoc.org/join-a-walk/locations/brunswick-me/
Registration is not required but is helpful.
2026 Walks to begin the week of May 4:
- Mondays 1:00 to 1:30 - Jessica Faraci, MD / Parkview
- Tuesdays 12:15 to 12:45 - Tim Howe, MD / Topsham
- Wednesdays 12:30 to 1:00 - Jeff Maher, MD / Station Ave
- Thursdays 12:30 to 1:00 - Elaina Malais, FNP / Parkview
- Fridays 12:15 to 12:45 Nicole Kelly, FNP / Parkview
Tour of the Family Birth Center (2026)
with Family Birth Center MH MMC Portland
PLEASE NOTE THIS $10 FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE:
*The $10 fee is for 2 people to attend the tour. To avoid duplicate charges register one person only.
* Do not include the name of the 2nd person attending with you as this will automatically generate a 2nd charge, which is non-refundable.
*Please only register for 1 tour only to ensure that there is room for everyone who would like to attend a tour. Do not register for multiple tours, thank you!
* There is always a chance that all of the rooms are full and we are unable to view one
After you are registered you will receive details of where to meet, etc. Thank you and we look forward to seeing you soon!
*Please note for our Winter tours: If the weather forecasts unsafe driving conditions, the tour will be cancelled. Be sure to check your email! We will do our best to reschedule you tour. If where you are coming from has bad weather, please reschedule a tour with us!
Breastfeeding Basics In Person (2026)
with Certified Educator, Family Birth Center MH MMC Portland
We are offering this class in person at Maine Medical Center, Portland. You will receive directions to parking and the classroom once you have registered.
To avoid duplicate charges, please register only ONE participant per class. The registration fee includes costs for the registrant and one support person. A receipt will be provided for insurance reimbursement purposes. Reimbursement is subject to individual insurance plans, refer to your plan for additional information.
If you cannot afford the registration fee due to financial hardship, please contact childbirth education at childbirtheducation@mainehealth.org.
Rescheduling or canceling your class registration can be done by contacting childbirtheducation@mainehealth.org. Refunds for class cancelations include a 10% processing fee. No refunds will be given after class begins.
This class covers the benefits of breastfeeding, different breastfeeding techniques and positions, how to make enough milk, and local community and professional resources. Attending this class before your baby’s birth will help you meet your breastfeeding goals.
We recommend attending this class between the 32nd and 36th week of pregnancy.
*Please note for our Winter classes: If the weather forecasts unsafe driving conditions, the class will be cancelled. Be sure to check your email and/or voicemail! We will do our best to reschedule or transfer you into another class. If where you are coming from has bad weather, please contact us to reschedule!
Will run
ALSO -- MH Franklin -- June 1, 2026
with Emily Watson, MPH, BSN, RN, RNC-OB, C-EFM, Perinatal Outreach Education
ALSO® PROVIDER COURSE
Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics (ALSO) is an evidence-based, interprofessional, and multidisciplinary training program that equips the entire maternity care team with skills to effectively manage obstetric emergencies. This comprehensive course encourages a standardized team-based approach amongst physicians, residents, nurse midwives, registered nurses and other members of the maternity care team to improve patient safety and positively impact maternal outcomes.
OVERALL COURSE OBJECTIVES
1. Discuss methods of managing pregnancy and birth urgencies and emergencies, which standardizes the skills of practicing maternity care providers.
2. Demonstrate content and skill acquisition as evidenced by successful completion of online course examination, skills workstations, and group testing stations.
3. Provide safe team leadership through various emergency obstetric scenarios.
Bereavement Support Group
with MH Pen Bay and Waldo Hospital Events
The Coastal Family Hospice Volunteers’ Bereavement Support Group offers a safe, confidential space to share and express feelings.
Questions? Please contact Coastal Family Hospice Volunteers at 207-466-9444 or coastalfamilyhospicevolunteers@gmail.com.