Upcoming programs at Saint Anthony Medical Center

Birth Doula Labor Support
Training Workshop
June 25 to 27 and Oct. 8 to 10
Interested in becoming a doula? Saint Anthony Medical Center is offering workshops lead by a certified DONA International trainer. Register at least two months in advance to complete preliminary training. For information and fees, contact Louise at (219) 757-5754.

Cancer Screening Clinic
Take advantage of low-cost, comprehensive cancer screening programs at Burrell Cancer Institute’s Cancer Screening Clinic. For an appointment, call (219) 757-6407.

Emergency Medical Services
(EMS) Academy
The EMS Academy offers a variety of courses and recertification classes. To register, or for more information, call (219) 757-6368.

Lymphedema Seminar
Breast Care Center, located on the third floor of the Burrell Professional Center
Join us for Saint Anthony’s quarterly presentation of “Prevention and Management of Lymphedema.” Lorraine Skulk, a nationally certified lymph edema therapist, will discuss how lymph edema can occur anytime after lymph node dissection and how simple lifestyle changes can help prevent the onset of the disease. She also will explain self-management techniques. Register by calling (219) 757-6010.

Massages
Learn the art of relaxation, and take the first step to achieve balance in your life. The Breast Care Center at Saint Anthony offers one-hour, whole-body massages. A certified massage therapist will provide a therapeutic experience in a quiet, serene environment. For fee information and to make an appointment, call(219) 757-6010.

Mother and Daughter Puberty Class
9 a.m. to noon April 11, July 11 and Oct. 10.
Designed for young women (aged 9 to 12) and their mothers, the class will address the physical and emotional changes that occur during puberty. Early registration is required; class size is limited to 20 participants. Mother (or trusted adult female) and daughter only. Fee is $25. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.

Safe Sitter
9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 17, July 8 and 29.
Marian Education Center, 1201 S. Main St.
Participants will receive tips to make them more confident care-givers. Learn safety and security precautions, information about child development and age-appropriate activities, as well as business aspects of babysitting. Participants will need to pass tests to show they have necessary skills to handle emergencies. Fee is $55. To register, call (219) 757-6368.
School Physicals8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.1202 S. Main St., Crown Point. Call Working Well at (219) 757-5670.

Child Care Classes - Baby Care Class
Baby care classes for parents, grandparents and other care-givers from 7 to 9:30 p.m. March 12, April 9, May 14 and June 11. Topics will include bathing, diaper changing, home safety and advice on when to seek medical attention. Cost is $10. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.

The Birth Place Tours
Noon and at 1 p.m. April 18, May 16 and June 20.
To help parents-to-be become familiar with The Birth Place at Saint Anthony operations to make their stay more comfortable. Tour groups are limited to 10 couples. The program is offered free of charge. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.

Breastfeeding Class
7 to 9:30 p.m. on June 10.
The classes are for women and their support people. Topics include the role of the partner in breastfeeding, methods for feeding the baby while the mother is away and suggestions for when the mother returns to work. The class is included in the medical center’s childbirth series, but may be taken separately. Cost is $10 per family. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.
CPR for Babysitters8:30 a.m. to noon July 16, Aug. 6.Course teaches babysitters how to perform basic CPR on children. Fee is $50. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.

Infant CPR and Choking Class
5 and at 7 p.m. May 7, June 4 and July 16.
Course will include instruction and practice in infant (newborn to 1 year of age) CPR and obstructed airway training. Class size is limited. Cost is $10 perperson. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.

Preparing for Childbirth
7 to 9:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays through May and into June.
Classes also will be offered from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 6 and 13, as part of a two-weekend series offering. Classes will include discussions of labor, birth and postpartum recovery. Lamaze breathing and relaxation techniques, as well as other coping techniques, also are part of the training. Cost is $60; $20 for a refresher course. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.
Sibling Class10:30 to 11:30 a.m. May 16 and June 20 at the Marian Education Center. Children will be taught what it means to become a big brother or sister. A tour of The Birth Place will be included. Class is recommended for youngsters aged 3 years and older. Cost is $10 per family. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.

Support Groups

Breastfeeding mothers support group
10 a.m. to noon the third Tuesday of each month at the Marian Education Center. Mothers meet to discuss various topics in an open forum. For more information, call (219) 757-6368.

Pulmonary Support Group
1 p.m. the second Monday of each month at the Marian Education Center. The meeting provides support for adults who have chronic lung disease.For more information, call (219) 757-6141.

Shared Experience
A monthly program on Wednesday evenings to give women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer the chance to share experiences with others who are facing similar circumstances and to share methods of coping with the life-altering disease. The group provides a nonjudgmental environment to share concerns, as well as joys and triumphs. For more information, call (219) 757-6008.