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New Dad-to-Be Class
with Lee Cote, SMHC Birthing Suite
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Congratulations! You're pregnant; now what?
If you are looking for a crash course on how to be a supportive partner in this crazy adventure of having a baby, this class is for you. This online-only class is jam-packed with two hours of edutainment (a hybrid of education and entertainment) that will be great for helping you and your partner get through the duration of pregnancy. We will cover the pre-baby game plan, what happens during labor and delivery, and what to expect once you get home.
Once you sign up for a class, you will receive a Zoom link via email.
This class is for individuals who will be supporting their partners giving birth.
Running Start Spring Track
with Running Start Exercise Physiologists, Mid Coast Center for Community Health and Wellness
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Running Start is a co-ed exercise program for all age groups that incorporates the proper technique of warm-up, stretching, calisthenics, and aerobic exercise tailored to your personal needs. The classes allow everyone to increase or maintain their fitness level in their own way. A clinical exercise physiologist facilitates this program.
Medical Release from a physician and Waiver of Liability are required prior to participation.
Regular physical activity improves your cardiovascular system, muscle tone, and flexibility, as well as reduces the risk of heart disease, the number one killer of adults in the United States. If you increase your physical activity level, you will improve your quality of life. You'll look better, feel better, and have more energy to enjoy your leisure time.
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Running Start Spring Swim
with Running Start Exercise Physiologists, Mid Coast Center for Community Health and Wellness
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Running Start Swim is a co-ed exercise program for all age groups with shallow-end aerobics and lane swimming. A clinical exercise physiologist facilitates this program.
Medical Release from a physician and Waiver of Liability are required prior to participation.
Regular physical activity improves your cardiovascular system, muscle tone, and flexibility, as well as reduces the risk of heart disease, the number one killer of adults in the United States. If you increase your physical activity level, you will improve your quality of life. You'll look better, feel better, and have more energy to enjoy your leisure time.
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Virtual Dementia Tour | staff & general public workshop (In- Person) | (1.5 CMEs available for RNs)
with Jenny Hagert, Memorial Hospital
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The Virtual Dementia Tour® (VDT) is an experiential training program, designed for use by care giving facilities and community organizations to help identify with and understand behaviors and needs of people living with dementia. It has been used to train the staff at hospitals, home care agencies, hospices, and colleges and universities. (Course has been approved for 1.5 CMEs available for RNs).
Childbirth Education Classes
with Candace Crocker, BSN, RN, LincolnHealth Childbirth Education
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Childbirth Education Classes cover pregnancy, labor and delivery, newborn care and breastfeeding. Our classes use videos, stories, photos and animations, activities and games as well as demonstrations to teach all the essential information parents need to prepare for the birth of their baby. Class sizes are limited to provide individualized attention.
It is recommended that expecting mothers finish this series around 3-6 weeks before their due date. This class is for Women's Center patients and their support person(s). It is a two-class series so please plan to attend both classes for optimal learning.
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Tour of the Family Birth Center
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PLEASE REGISTER YOUR NAME ONLY! Space is limited so you may bring ONE additional person but they do not need to be registered.
Alzheimer’s Disease Support Group - Virtual
with Pen Bay Medical Center and Waldo County General Hospital Events
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The Alzheimer’s Support Group provides information and support toarea residents who have loved ones coping with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias. Currently the group is meeting via Zoom. Free. Those interested in participating should contact Cheri R. Blouin, LSW at 301-6237 or at cheri.blouin@mainehealth.org for the meeting details.
Breastfeeding Basics 2024
with Certified Educator, MMC Childbirth Education
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This class meets online. If you are registered for this class, you will recieve an email about 2 days before the class starts with a link to join.
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. Partners are highly encouraged to register and attend.
We recommend attending this class between the 32nd and 36th week of pregnancy.