Register online or call (614) 4-HEALTH (443-2584) unless another number is listed.
		Parenting

Child, Infant and Adult Heartsaver CPR
Learn to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR ) for the conscious, unconscious or choking infant, child or adult. This one-day Heartsaver CPR course includes basic skill lessons on CPR and foreign body obstruction. The American Heart Association sponsors the class and does not receive any proceeds.
Doctors Hospital: Saturday, Jan. 31 OR Feb. 28 OR March 28; 1 to
3:30 p.m., $45
Riverside Health Center: Saturdays, Jan. 17 OR Feb. 21 OR March 21; 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; $50

Growing Together
A support group for parents of babies in Grant’s Special Care Nursery. It can be stressful having a baby born with medical challenges and/or premature. Relax with other parents and share mutual concerns to support you and make an easier transition towards discharge. Volunteers are available to oversee older siblings during group time.
CWC/G; Dates and times posted in unit.
FREE

Infant Sign Language
Learn basic sign language to use with your baby. Babies are welcome and should be at least 6 months old or able to sit up (we cannot accommodate older siblings). Class is taught by an EBC Parent Educator with many years of sign language experience.
Wednesdays, Jan. 14 through Jan. 28; 10 to 11 a.m.
Women’s Center at Riverside; $30

Mommy Chat
Bring your little one (up to one year of age) and learn about a topic of interest to new moms. After a 10-15 minute discussion, there will be time for an open forum of questions and support.
Tuesdays; Jan. 6 OR Feb. 3 OR March 3; 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
DMH; FREE

Mommy and Me Fitness
Bring your baby and stroller with you to this small group fitness class and be inspired to get back in shape without going to the gym. Learn core movements you can do at home, strength training, cardiovascular drills, nutritional tips, goal setting and positive reinforcement. Must be at least six weeks postpartum or have physician approval.
Tuesdays, Jan. 6 through Jan. 27 OR Feb. 3 through Feb. 24 OR March 3 through March 24; noon to 1 p.m.
DMH; $40

New Moms Group
New mothers and babies (from birth to 12 months) meet with one another and share information. An EBC parent consultant is available for questions.
Tuesdays; 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
EBC/R; FREE

Parent Coaching
Children don’t come with instruction manuals whether they’re infants or ‘tweens. EBC Parent Coaches offer support and information (by phone appointment or onsite at the EBC) tailored to your individual needs. If you find yourself challenged by your child’s crying or whining, toilet training, sibling issues, power struggles and limits, homework or other concerns, our experts are available to consult with you one-on-one to create workable solutions and reclaim the joy of parenting.
Call (614) 566-4446 to schedule.
EBC/R; $50 for one-hour coaching session

Parenting Helpline
The Parenting Helpline is available for identifying resources and/or community referrals as well as brief parenting questions. Call (614) 566-4446. FREE

Positive Discipline
Raising children can test any parent’s patience. Learn techniques to provide limits and positive discipline while building your child’s self-esteem.
Wednesdays, Feb. 18 through March 4; 7 to 8:30 p.m.
EBC/R; $45 per couple

Toddler Zone Play Gym
Provides flexible playtime for children and parents in our enriched play space, set up for you and your 1- to 3-year-old. Parents have access to an EBC Parent Consultant for questions. Just drop in – no need to register.
Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday; 9:30 to 11 a.m.
EBC/R: $6 per child or $50 for package of 10 classes* (pre-walking babies at no cost)

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