Childbirth Classes • Healthy pregnancy developments • Making pregnancy, labor and delivery more comfortable • Breathing and relaxation techniques • Signs you are in labor • Pain coping techniques • Expectations for labor and delivery • The labor partner/coaching role Breastfeeding Classes • Breastfeeding benefits, making breast milk and breast care • Latching on/positioning • Hunger signs, feeding guidelines and feeding a sleepy baby • How much is enough and when to call your doctor • Introducing bottles and pacifiers, returning to work, expressing milk, milk storage guidelines, and finding support Gestational Diabetes Classes • Complications for the mother, such as preeclampsia • Potential complications for the baby: hypoglycemia, hyperinsulinemia, pre-term and respiratory distress, and jaundice • Understanding gestational diabetes and its risk factors • Healthy eating, physical activity and monitoring blood sugar levels • How to reduce the risk of complications to mother and baby grmedcenter.com | 3 For more information on any of these classes, please scan the QR code or visit grmedcenter.com. Parkinson’s Wellness Recovery Program Provided by the therapists in our Outpatient Rehab department for patients with Parkinson’s disease, this program is designed to use exercise and problem-solving to encourage positive changes in the body and brain to slow disease progression, restore function and improve quality of life. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with the neurological disorder of Parkinson’s disease, this program is an excellent opportunity to incorporate proven exercises daily at home and in our clinic. For more information, call 830.401.7665. Stroke Recovery Group The group meets monthly at GRMC, coordinating a network of patients and families who share helpful information and encouragement about successfully recovering from stroke. Patients, family members and healthcare professionals discuss concerns, ideas and solutions for navigating the path toward stroke recovery. Whether you or your loved one has experienced a recent stroke or has been recovering for years, we welcome you to this free forum. Dealing with the results of a stroke can be an isolating, confusing and frustrating process, but connecting with others who are on a similar journey has proven to be extremely helpful. Join us on the first Wednesday of every month at 3 p.m. in the GRMC Inpatient Rehab Unit, or call 830.401.7789 for more information. Reaching out to the community
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