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Pregnancy loss support group
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
A pregnancy loss support group is held the third Wednesday of each month from 7:30 to 10 p.m. in the Medical Center of Learning, Conference Room E.
Call Sue Dziemian at 201-384-8258 for more information.
Lamaze refresher course available
The Lamaze refresher course consists of one class, which reviews breathing and relaxation techniques and includes a tour of the Family Birth Center at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center.
Call 888-895-9190 or e-mail phyllis.brown@ehmc.com for more information.
Preparation class for siblings
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
The sibling preparation class is for siblings ages 2-8 years and their parents. Children learn the role of the older sibling. One class is offered Saturdays or Sundays. It includes a tour of the Mother/Baby Unit and Nursery.
Call 888-895-9190 or e-mail phyllis.brown@ehmc.com for more information.
First-time mom program available
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
The new mom program is a six-week program designed to support and educate first-time mothers with babies from newborn to 10 months.
Call Child Life Specialist Michelle Brauntuch at 201-894-3635 to register.
Mothers can get guidance for PPD
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
The Medical Center offers two "Moms’ Circles" groups to meet the social and therapeutic needs of mothers who may be struggling with symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD).
"Meet & Share" is a weekly support and social group led by an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) where new mothers are encouraged to share their feelings and experiences.
The group discusses a variety of health issues and methods of meeting the emotional challenges of life with a newborn. Because this group is designed for socialization and support, babies are welcome and refreshments are served.
The group meets every Wednesday in the Berrie Education Room at Englewood Hospital from 1 to 2:30 p.m.
The second group is for women experiencing symptoms of PPD. Women attending the small, weekly group meetings will receive help and treatment in a supportive environment.
Coping strategies will be explored and alternative treatments are also discussed. Groups are led by a LCSW.
The Post-Partum Therapeutic Group meets every Wednesday in the Berrie Education Room at Englewood Hospital from 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Registration for both groups is encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. To register, call 201-894-3784.
Get in shape with postnatal yoga
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
The hospital’s Postnatal Yoga class is a way for mommy and baby to bond and a healthy way to get back into shape. The class is offered in a supportive and nurturing environment.
Moms and babies are welcome after six weeks. Breast or bottle-feeding is welcome. Classes are offered Wednesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. in six-week sessions.
To enroll or receive a schedule, contact Michelle Ciancio at 201-894-3727 or via e-mail at Michelle.Ciancio@ehmc.com.
Attend Korean childbirth class
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
The Korean Childbirth Class includes two five-hour sessions taught in Korean Saturdays and Sundays. The class reviews breathing and relaxation techniques and includes a tour of the Family Birth Center.
Call 888-895-9190 or e-mail phyllis.brown@ehmc.com for more information.
Parent support group available
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
The NICU Parent Support Group offers "Parent-to-Parent Collaborative" one-on-one sessions.
Call Susan Fischbein at 201-894-3327 for more information.
Infant and child CPR class offered
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
The Infant and Child CPR Course (for family and friends) was developed to instruct parents, grandparents, babysitters and nursery school personnel on the prompt care for the choking infant or child along with the CPR resuscitation skills.
Additionally, the course provides instruction on child safety and childproofing the home. The course costs $35 per person and $65 per couple.
For more information or to register, contact Amy Kaplan at 201-894-3875 or via e-mail at Amy.Kaplan@ehmc.com.
Emergency care courses available
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
Emergency Care (AHA) Courses: initial emergency care, renewal and instructor classes, including basic life support, advanced cardiac life support and pediatric advanced life support, are offered throughout the year.
Full course schedules, fees and prerequisites can be found at www.englewoodhospital.com.
Call 201-894-3875 for more information.
Learn about car seat safety
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
A free Child Seat Fitting Station is offered every third Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration is suggested, but walk-ins are welcome.
Call 201-894-3585 or 201-894-3727 for more information or to register.
Join diabetes education meeting
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is committed to providing a broad scope of high quality health education programs to the community it serves.
Diabetes educational meetings are held the fourth Tuesday of the month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Medical Center of Learning, conference rooms C and D.
Call Mary O'Connor-Root at 201-894-3335 for more information.
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