Nancy R. Cassagne Chief Executive Officer 1101 Medical Center Boulevard Marrero, LA 70072 (504) 347-5511 Board of Directors: Harry L. “Chip” Cahill Chairman Frank C. Di Vincenti, M.D. Vice-Chairman James Cramond Secretary-Treasurer David F. Andignac Barry Bordelon Timothy Kerner William A. Lazaro Dwayne J. Munch, Sr. Othollino Remedios, M.D. Jennifer J. Stewart Craig Taffaro Dalton Simmons For Immediate Release: FAMILY BIRTHPLACE CALENDAR OF HEALTH EVENTS –June, 2014 ABC’s of Breastfeeding June 5 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM First Floor Classroom This free class introduces the basics of breastfeeding and deals with common concerns. Preregistration required. For information, call 504349.6200 ______________________________________________________________________________ Lamaze/Prepared Childbirth June 7 and 21 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM Two day course includes four meals and textbook. Call early in pregnancy to schedule. $100 per couple. ______________________________________________________________________________ Infant Safety and First Aid June 10 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM Free class that focuses on injury prevention and first aid for children less than six months old. Class includes a demonstration of how to help a choking child. For more information, call 504.349.6200 ____________________________________________________________________________ Labor and Birth June 14 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM First Floor Classroom Learn what to expect during labor. This free program includes a tour of the Family Birth Place. For information, call 504.349.6200 ______________________________________________________________________________ Family and Friends CPR June 17 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM First Floor Classroom Basic introduction course for family and friends. Fee $15.00 perperson or $25.00 per couple. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call 504.349.6200 ____________________________________________________________________________ Sibling T.L.C. June 28 2:00 PM Marrero/Westwego Classroom This free class is designed for children four years and older to help prepare them for arrival of a new baby in the family. At least one adult must attend this class with the child. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call 504.349.6200 ______________________________________________________________________________ Caring for Your Newborn June 28 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM Free program for new or expectant parents discusses newborn care and behavior. Pre-registration required. For more information, call 504.349.6200 Parenting 101: “Babies Don’t Come with Instruction Books” June 24 6:00 PM Support group: Breastfeeding issues, baby care concerns and “daddy detail.” For appointment, call Pam Helmstetter at 504.349.6200 ____________________________________________________________________________ Grandparents Gatherings Perinatal Educator discusses the latest recommendations in infant care (Includes a tour of Family Birth Place). For more information, call 504.349.1301 ____________________________________________________________________________ Car Seat Checkups Family Birthplace Every Wednesday by Appointment--Complimentary car seat checkups/installations performed by Nationally Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician are available by appointment. For more information or to schedule a car seat checkup for your child, call Mindy Glenn at 504.349.2173 _____________________________________________________________________________ Teens Are Prepared Parents, Too (TAPPT) A special after school program for prenatal education. For details, call 504.349.1301 _____________________________________________________________________________ El Nuevo Centro de maternidad clases prenatales en Espanol Las clases seran ofrecidas para los actuales y futuros padres: Trabajo de Parto y Nacimiento, Technicas de Amamantamiento y Primeros Auxilios. Por favor llamar a Claudia al 349-1219 para las fechas de inscripcion _____________________________________________________________________________ Mission - West Jefferson Medical Center is dedicated to providing quality care in a comforting and cost-effective manner. Vision - We will optimize the health of our community now and in the future. Our Core Values - West Jefferson Medical Center is committed to excellence through: positive attitude; genuine commitment; honest communication; total ownership.