The course helps prepare siblings to be for their new brother or sister. It includes a tour of the hospital's maternity unit and a discussion of normal feelings siblings may have about the arrival of a new brother or sister. Mothers are encouraged to attend the Post-Partum Clinic at MCH two or three days after delivery. Certified Lactation Consultants discuss the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, proper positioning for baby, going back to work while breastfeeding, pumping breast milk, and avoiding breastfeeding problems. Certified Lactation Consultants from MCH provide information and support in a caring, informal environment.
Pregnant women considering breastfeeding are also welcome.
This two-evening class covers CPR, the Heimlich Maneuver and accident prevention. Clients are assisted in developing individualized meal plans that help them achieve dietary goals. The outpatient clinic is staffed by Registered Dietitians with degrees in nutrition sciences. Physician referrals are recommended but self-referrals are welcome. For more information or to make an appointment, contact Carol Buonamano, RD, at 924-7191, ext.