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Bene ts of Breastfeeding
Babies who are breastfed have fewer ear infections, respiratory
problems, diarrhea, and tummy distress than formula-fed babies
have, and less risk of developing childhood acute leukemia and
type 1 and 2 diabetes later in life.
Nursing appears to lower the mom’s risk for type 2 diabetes,
breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and postpartum depression, and
it may help moms lose that postpregnancy baby weight.
If you plan to breastfeed,
AAMC o ers you these
classes and support groups:
›
Breastfeeding Basics
›
Breastfeeding and
the Working Mother
›
Breastfeeding Support Group
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Back to Work and
Breastfeeding Support Group
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NEW!
Online Birth
Education Program
This new eLearning may be right
for moms who have given birth
before and need a refresher
or moms-to-be who have time
restraints or scheduling conflicts
or who are on bed rest. To learn
more, call
443-481-6122
.
Fee.
Cesarean Birth Class
Two-hour class especially for
families who are planning
or scheduled to deliver by
cesarean section.
Fee.
Marvelous Multiples
Especially for families expecting
twins, triplets or more.
Fee.
One Wonderful Day
Saturdays, 9am–5pm
An eight-hour class focused on
childbirth. Tour included.
Fee.
Refresher Birth Class
Experienced moms and birth
partners review labor and birth
basics with an emphasis on what
might be di erent this time.
Fee.
Birth
and Baby
Birth Classes
Baby? Maybe
Sept. 16, 6:30pm,
Big Vanilla in Pasadena, or
Nov. 18, 6:30pm,
AAMC–Annapolis Medical Park
Be prepared before you’re
pregnant. Health, nutrition and
nances are covered.
Free.
Early Pregnancy
Two-hour class for mothers-to-
be during the rst trimester.
Learn about the early weeks of
pregnancy, your body changes,
the importance of nutrition, and
prenatal tness.
Free.
Birth Class
(four-week series)
Various times—each session is
two hours. Tour included.
Fee.
Staying healthy is
something we want for
ourselves and our families.
Women have tons of
resources for learning
about their wellness,
yet nding the right
local resources can be
challenging. This informal
educational program gives
you access to doctors and
health professionals during
monthly seminars. Ask
questions and network
with other women in a fun
environment.
Free.
To register, visit
AAMCSmartWoman.com
or call us at
443-481-6122
.
SEPT.
The Right Test for the Right Reason
Join radiologist David Todd, MD,
for a talk about x-rays, MRI, CT
Scans, and more.
OCT.
Foodborne Illness: What You
Don’t Know May Hurt You
Dietitian Kay Patterson, RD, LDN,
tells how to safely select, handle
and prepare food.
Spa Mama
Two-hour class on breathing and
relaxation for labor and birth.
Learn positions for greater ease
during late pregnancy.
Fee.
Prenatal Yoga
Yoga postures and breathing
exercises to enhance comfort
during pregnancy and birth.
Fee.
Family Education
Car Seat 101
Learn how to select a car seat,
properly install it and secure
the child. Bring your car seat
to class. September is Child
Passenger Safety Month, and
AAMC is o ering two FREE
classes on Sept. 13 and 25!
Fee.
Newborn Care
Learn how to bathe, diaper,
and comfort an infant, how to
prepare formula, how to tell
when the baby is sick, and when
to call the doctor.
Fee.
Grandparents Update
Styles change, trends come and
go, and caring for a baby really
is di erent these days.
Fee.
Sibling Preparation
For children 3 to 7 years old to
help them prepare for the arrival
of a new baby.
Fee.
Super Sitter
For those ages 11 to 15 to learn
how to be a great babysitter.
Fee.
Tours
Prospective Parent Tour
A preview of our birthing
facilities for couples thinking
about starting a family.
Free.
Clatano Tour
One-hour tour of the birthing
facility for pregnant women and
their birth partners. Plan to take
the tour early in pregnancy.
Free
(requires registration).
Pediatric Surgical Tours
First and third Sundays of each
month, 3–4:30pm, Hospital
Pavilion South, Lobby
Prepare your child (and yourself)
for his or her surgery by attending
this age-appropriate inside look
at what will happen.
Free
.
Smart Woman Series
Monthly seminars are held on
Thursdays from 6:30 to 8pm.
