Parenting with Providence

Helpful Contact Numbers

Baby Connection Line . . . . . . . . . . . . 907-212-3666• Speak with maternity nurse

• Connect to patient room

• Child birth information

• Parent education tour information

• Breastfeeding support

• Pre-register for maternity services

• Assistance with maternity billing and patient accounts

Family Support Counseling . . . . . . . . . 907-212-4940

Postpartum support for moms . . . . . . 907-212-8474

Outpatient Lactation Clinic . . . . . . . . . 907-212-2574

3200 Providence DriveAnchorage, AK 99508907-212-8474www .providence .org/childrenshospital

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Guide to classes by Providence Maternity Center

ParentingW I T H P R O V I D E N C E

2012 Class Schedule

The Nursing Boutique & ClinicOffering expert resources and hard-to-find items

Products for sale• Breast pumps and pumping accessories• Breastfeeding pillows• Nursing bras (certified bra fitter on-site)• Nursing cover-ups• Newborn and preemie clothing• Baby slings• Gift certificates

Hours of operationMonday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Phone numbers The Nursing Boutique & Clinic. . .907-212-5886Breastfeeding Support . . . . . . . . . .907-212-2574Parenting with Providence . . . . . . .907-212-8474

www.providence.org/childrenshospital

Visit us at our new location down the hall from the Maternity Center across from Providence Imaging Center

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Table of Contents

Childbirth EducationMaternity Center Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Childbirth Four-Night Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Childbirth Five-Week Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Childbirth Overview Class; Childbirth Refresher Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Sibling Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Expecting Multiples; The C-Section Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Parenting CoursesTeen Parents Now! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Babes in the Snow; Babes in the Woods: Hiking/Backpacking . . . . . . . . . . 9

Baby Basics; Baby Foods: Starting Solids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Boot Camp for New Dads; Saturday Mornings with Dad . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Breastfeeding 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Cuddlers Group; Double Cuddles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Cruisers Group; Double Cruisers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Postpartum Support Alaska; Children’s Hospital Parent Support . . . . . . . 15

Mom and Me Yoga; Toddler Discipline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Infant and Child CPR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Baby Signing Time Play & Sign; Infant Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Rock-My-Baby Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Toddler Toilet Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Babysitting Class for Youths 12-15 Years; NICU Parent Support . . . . . . . 21

Registration Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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Childbirth Education

Our childbirth classes are taught by knowledgeable nurses and educators who are specially trained in the field of obstetrics . They will guide you through the various physical and emotional experiences that await you and the choices you can make to set your baby’s birth apart from any other .

Maternity Center ToursWe strongly encourage all expectant families to attend one of our conveniently scheduled tours of the Maternity Center . Please meet at the OB Triage desk (the first desk past the double-glass doors) for the start of the tour .

Registration is not required. Fee: No charge

Mondays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30 – 7 p .m .

Thursdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 – 2 p .m .

Saturdays . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30 – 2 p .m .

Except for major holidays .


Childbirth Four-Night SeriesThe four-night series meets twice a week for two weeks . The topics covered include the stages of labor, breathing and relaxation techniques, anesthesia used in labor, variations in normal labor and birth, pushing techniques, what to expect after delivery, basic breastfeeding preparation and some basic baby care . We recommend that you plan to complete this series before your 36th week of pregnancy .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $105 per couple (fee includes textbook)

TIME: 6 – 9 p .m . two nights a week for two weeks .

LOCATION: Maternity Center Education Room, Entrance #5 on campus

12CFN1 . . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . Jan . 3 & 5, 10 & 12

12CFN2 . . . . . Monday/Wednesday . . . Jan . 16 & 18, 23 & 25

12CFN3 . . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . Feb . 7 & 9, 14 & 16

12CFN4 . . . . . Wednesday/Friday . . . . . Feb . 15 & 17, 22 & 24

12CFN5 . . . . . Wednesday/Friday . . . . . March 7 & 9, 14 & 16

12CFN6 . . . . . Monday/Wednesday . . . March 19 & 21, 26 & 28

12CFN7 . . . . . Wednesday/Friday . . . . . April 4 & 6, 11 & 13

12CFN8 . . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . April 17 & 19, 24 & 26

12CFN9 . . . . . Monday/Wednesday . . . May 7 & 9, 14 & 16

12CFN10 . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . May 22 & 24, 29 & 31

12CFN11 . . . . Wednesday/Friday . . . . . June 6 & 8, 13 & 15

12CFN12 . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . June 19 & 21, 26 & 28

12CFN13 . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . July 3 & 5, 10 & 12

12CFN14 . . . . Monday/Wednesday . . . July 16 & 18, 23 & 25

12CFN15 . . . . Monday/Wednesday . . . Aug . 6 & 8, 13 & 15

12CFN16 . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . Aug . 21 & 23, 28 & 30

12CFN17 . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . Sept . 4 & 6, 11 & 13

12CFN18 . . . . Monday/Wednesday . . . Sept . 17 & 19, 24 & 26

12CFN19 . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . Oct . 2 & 4, 9 & 11

12CFN20 . . . . Wednesday/Friday . . . . . Oct . 17 & 19, 24 & 26

12CFN21 . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . Nov . 6 & 8, 13 & 15

12CFN22 . . . . Monday/Wednesday . . . Nov . 19 & 21, 26 & 28

12CFN23 . . . . Monday/Wednesday . . . Dec . 3 & 5, 10 & 12

12CFN24 . . . . Tuesday/Thursday . . . . . . Dec . 4 & 6, 11 & 13


Childbirth Five-Week SeriesThis class meets once a week for five weeks . The topics covered include the stages of labor, breathing and relaxation techniques, anesthesia used in labor, variations in normal labor and birth, pushing techniques, what to expect after delivery, basic breastfeeding preparation and some basic baby care . We recommend that you plan to complete this series before your 36th week of pregnancy .


TIME: 6:30 – 9 p .m . one night a week for five weeks .


12C5W1 . . . . . . Fridays . . . . . . . . . . . Jan . 6, 13, 20, 27, Feb . 3

12C5W2 . . . . . . Mondays . . . . . . . . . . Feb . 6, 13, 20, 27, March 5

12C5W3 . . . . . . Thursdays . . . . . . . . . March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

12C5W4 . . . . . . Tuesdays . . . . . . . . . . March 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10

12C5W5 . . . . . . Mondays . . . . . . . . . . April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

12C5W6 . . . . . . Fridays . . . . . . . . . . . April 27, May 4, 11, 18, 25

12C5W7 . . . . . . Mondays . . . . . . . . . . June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2

12C5W8 . . . . . . Fridays . . . . . . . . . . . July 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug . 3

12C5W9 . . . . . . Fridays . . . . . . . . . . . Aug . 10, 17, 24, 31, Sept . 7

12C5W10 . . . . . Fridays . . . . . . . . . . Sept . 14, 21, 28, Oct . 5, 12

12C5W11 . . . . . Mondays . . . . . . . . . . Oct . 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

12C5W12 . . . . . Fridays . . . . . . . . . . . Nov . 2, 9, 16, 23, 30


Childbirth Overview ClassThis one-day class is for expectant parents who are unable to attend a full five-week or four-night course . The topics covered are similar to those of the full series, but presented in a very condensed format . We recommend that you plan to complete this course before your 36th week of pregnancy .


TIME: Sunday, 10 a .m . – 4 p .m


Childbirth Refresher CourseThis one-day class is designed for those who have previously attended childbirth classes . The class provides a review of breathing and relaxation techniques, pain management during labor and birth, updates on hospital procedures, what to expect the second or more times around and sibling preparation .


TIME: Sunday, 10 a .m . – 3 p .m .


12CO1 . . . . . . . . Jan . 22

12CO2 . . . . . . . . Feb . 19

12CO3 . . . . . . . . March 18

12CO4 . . . . . . . . April 15

12CO5 . . . . . . . . May 20

12CO6 . . . . . . . . June 10

12CR1 . . . . . . . . Feb . 12

12CR2 . . . . . . . . April 22

12CR3 . . . . . . . . June 3

12CO7 . . . . . . . . July 22

12CO8 . . . . . . . . Aug . 19

12CO9 . . . . . . . . Sept . 16

12CO10 . . . . . . . Oct . 14

12CO11 . . . . . . . Nov . 18

12CO12 . . . . . . . Dec . 9

12CR4 . . . . . . . . Aug . 12

12CR5 . . . . . . . . Oct . 7

12CR6 . . . . . . . . Dec . 2


Sibling ClassThe Sibling Class is an interactive class for children ages 3 to 8 expecting a new sibling . The class consists of paper and crayon activities, making a

“birth” day card for the baby, talking about babies and what they can do and how siblings can help, a doll birth, light snacks, a short video, and visits to the Providence Maternity Center and Labor and Delivery . At the end children receive certificates declaring them prepared to be great siblings .

Children should bring a doll/stuffed animal and a picture of themselves for the birthday card project . Parents are required to remain with their children throughout the class .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $30 per child, additional children $10 each

TIME: Saturday, 2 – 4 p .m .


12SIB1 . . . . . . . . Jan . 14

12SIB2 . . . . . . . . Feb . 4

12SIB3 . . . . . . . . March 17

12SIB4 . . . . . . . . April 7

12SIB5 . . . . . . . . May 19

12SIB6 . . . . . . . . June 16

12SIB7 . . . . . . . . July 7

12SIB8 . . . . . . . . Aug . 18

12SIB9 . . . . . . . . Sept . 15

12SIB10 . . . . . . . Oct . 20

12SIB11 . . . . . . . Nov . 17

12SIB12 . . . . . . . Dec . 1


Expecting MultiplesIf you are expecting two or more babies, this class is for you! Expecting Multiples will teach you the ins and outs of delivering more than one baby . The class will also cover local resources for parents of multiples, how to prepare your home and how to survive with style the first few months home .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $80 per couple

TIME: 6 – 8:30 p .m .


12EM1 . . . . . . . Tuesdays . . . . . . . . . . . Feb . 21, 28

12EM2 . . . . . . . Wednesdays . . . . . . . . April 18, 25

12EM3 . . . . . . . Thursdays . . . . . . . . . . July 19, 26

12EM4 . . . . . . . Thursdays . . . . . . . . . . Oct . 18, 25

The C-Section ClassThis private C-Section class is designed for parents expecting a cesarean delivery of their baby . The class will review indications for a C-Section; what to expect before, during and after the surgery; and tips on how partners can be supportive and involved . We recommend you schedule your class a couple weeks prior to your scheduled C-Section or three weeks prior to your due date .


TIME: Call 907-212-8474 to schedule your two-hour class .



Parenting Courses

Our parenting classes are taught by highly qualified child development professionals with specialized training in early childhood education . We are here to support new and experienced parents in the wonderful and challenging journey of parenthood .

Teen Parents Now!This is a 13-week class series for teen parents . Single parents and couples are both welcome to come . Bring your baby too! Childcare is offered . We’ll meet for 2 .5 hours once a week . There will be food to eat and food for thought . We will have fun together!

At the end of this class series you will receive a record of attendance that may be turned in to your school for .25 high school elective credit . Please tell the Teen Parents Now! teacher if you want this class to count for high school credit, she will be able to help you with that .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $60 per person/couple

TIME: Tuesdays, 3 – 5:30 p .m .


12TEEN1 . . . . . . Jan . 17, 24, 31,

. . . . . . . . . . . . . Feb . 7, 14, 21, 28,

. . . . . . . . . . . . . March 6, 13, 20, 27,

. . . . . . . . . . . . . April 3, 10

12TEEN2 . . . . . . Sept . 4, 11, 18, 25,

. . . . . . . . . . . . . Oct . 2, 9, 16, 23, 30,

. . . . . . . . . . . . . Nov . 6, 13, 20, 27


Babes in the SnowThis class is designed to empower parents of infants and tots with the tools and confidence they need to embrace winter with their little ones .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $15 per person/couple

TIME: 2 – 4 p .m .

LOCATION: Maternity Center Education Room, Entrance #5

12BIS . . . . . . . . . Saturday, Oct . 6

Babes in the Woods: Hiking/BackpackingLearn how to stay safe, sane, dry, and relatively bug free on the trails of Alaska’s backcountry . Learn where to go, what to bring and how long to stay .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $25 per person/couple (fee includes textbook)

TIME: 2 – 4 p .m .

LOCATION: Maternity Center Education Room, Entrance #5

12BIW . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 21


Baby BasicsThis class is designed for everyone expecting a new baby in their life . Participants will learn the basics of baby care including bathing, diapering, feeding, dressing, playing, the ins and outs of baby equipment and much more . We will even instruct parents how to safely install and use a car seat .


TIME: Saturday, 1:30 – 5 p .m .


12BB1 . . . . . . . . Jan . 7

12BB2 . . . . . . . . Feb . 11

12BB3 . . . . . . . . March 10

12BB4 . . . . . . . . April 14

12BB5 . . . . . . . . May 12

12BB6 . . . . . . . . June 9

12BB7 . . . . . . . . July 21

12BB8 . . . . . . . . Aug . 11

12BB9 . . . . . . . . Sept . 8

12BB10 . . . . . . . Oct . 13

12BB11 . . . . . . . Nov . 10

12BB12 . . . . . . . Dec . 8

Baby Foods: Starting SolidsIs your baby ready to eat solid foods? Then this is the class for you . Making your own baby food is a fun, economical and nutritious thing to do for your baby . We will discuss when to introduce solid foods, what foods to start with, the latest on allergies and provide you with some easy recipes to start with .


TIME: 6 – 8 p .m .


12FOOD1 . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . Feb . 16

12FOOD2 . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . May 9

12FOOD3 . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . July 19

12FOOD4 . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . Oct . 18


Boot Camp for New DadsBoot Camp for New Dads is a program just for fathers . Taught for fathers, by fathers, Boot Camp enables new dads to step up to the tremendous challenges of being a dad and feel confident bringing the new baby home . Boot Camp prepares men to be dads in all respects, beginning with holding and comforting a real baby . Boot Camp also addresses a broad range of issues including bonding, work hours, forming a parenting team, safety, preventing child abuse and dealing with relatives .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $40 per person (fee includes textbook)

TIME: Saturday, 9 a .m . – noon


Saturday Mornings with DadNew fathers and infants (birth to 15 months) will spend time interacting with other fathers, infants and trained facilitators . Topics discussed will depend on what is happening with you and your baby but will likely include infant development, sleeping and eating schedules and your role as a father . Fathers will share their triumphs and concerns on becoming a new father in a supportive, casual and friendly environment .

No registration required. Fee: Registration fees are paid by a generous grant from Children’s Miracle Network

DATE: Every Saturday except for major holiday weekends

TIME: 10 a .m . – noon


12BC1 . . . . . . . . Jan . 28

12BC2 . . . . . . . . Feb . 25

12BC3 . . . . . . . . March 24

12BC4 . . . . . . . . April 28

12BC5 . . . . . . . . May 26

12BC6 . . . . . . . . June 23

12BC7 . . . . . . . . July 28

12BC8 . . . . . . . . Aug . 25

12BC9 . . . . . . . . Sept . 22

12BC10 . . . . . . . Oct . 27

12BC11 . . . . . . . Nov . 17

12BC12 . . . . . . . Dec . 15


Breastfeeding 101Breastfeeding 101 provides a general overview of what expectant parents need to know about breastfeeding . Topics covered include: benefits and mechanics of breastfeeding, how to tell if your baby is getting enough milk, how to avoid sore nipples and much, much more .

Pre-registration is required. Fee: $45 per person/couple (fee includes textbook)

TIME: 6 – 8:30 p .m .


12BF1 . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . Jan . 4

12BF2 . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . Feb . 1

12BF3 . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . March 2

12BF4 . . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . April 5

12BF5 . . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . May 3

12BF6 . . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 1

12BF7 . . . . . . . . Monday . . . . . . . . . . . July 9

12BF8 . . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . Aug . 2

12BF9 . . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . Sept . 5

12BF10 . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . Oct . 3

12BF11 . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . Nov . 1

12BF12 . . . . . . . Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dec . 7


Cuddlers GroupNew parents and infants (birth to crawling age) meet with trained facilitators to discuss topics of interest including infant development, feeding and sleeping, partner relationships, and adjusting to new roles as parents . Parents will find support from other new parents as they share their joys and challenges in parenting .

No registration required.Fee: No charge

DATE: Every Monday, Thursday and Saturday (expect major holidays

and Saturdays during June, July or Aug .)

TIME: Noon – 1 p .m .


Double CuddlesDesigned just for parents of multiples ages birth to crawling age, Double Cuddles meets twice a month with trained facilitators to discuss topics of interest to parents raising more than one baby at a time .

No registration required. Fee: No charge

DATE: First and third Tuesday of each month (except major holidays)

TIME: 1:30 – 2:30 p .m .



Cruisers GroupParents and infants from crawling age to 15 months meet with trained facilitators to discuss topics of interest specific to older babies . Parents will find support from other new parents as they share their joys and challenges in parenting .


DATE: Every Tuesday (except major holidays)

TIME: Noon – 1 p .m .


Double CruisersParents and twin infants from crawling age to 18 months meet with trained facilitators to discuss topics of interest specific to older twins . Parents will find support from other new parents as they share their joys and challenges in parenting multiples .


DATE: First and third Monday of each month (except major holidays)

TIME: 10 – 11 a .m .



Postpartum Support AlaskaPostpartum Support Alaska facilitates a mom to mom support group . This is a free service for all new moms adjusting to pregnancy and postpartum . Share secrets, struggles, and survival tips . You can bring your babies if you like .


DATE: Every Monday (except major holidays)

TIME: 2 – 3 p .m .


Children’s Hospital Parent Support ProgramsParents for Parents is a volunteer program of graduate parents that supports other parents at the bedside . Volunteers are available for the Newborn Intensive Care Unit, The Children’s Cancer Center, and for families affected by the loss of their infant or child .

We also offer parent support groups meeting monthly for support and education for: Cystic Fibrosis, Childhood Cancer, Juvenile Diabetes as well as other diagnoses or special needs . Support Groups are offered through Family Support Services and the Sub-specialty Clinic . Call 212-5895 for days and times of meetings . These groups are free to families affected by these conditions .


Mom and Me YogaIn this therapeutic postnatal yoga class you will strengthen your body and renew your energy . You will develop the ability to find calm within, even when the world around you is chaotic . Yoga will help you meet the challenges of being a mom . Bring your baby (before he or she learns to crawl) and let them benefit from the soothing atmosphere and the time spent with you as you practice . Get clearance from your doctor or midwife before beginning the class, wear something comfortable and bring water to drink . We’ll provide everything else that you need .

Fee: $10 per session

TIME: Private classes available on request . Call 212-8474 to arrange .


Toddler DisciplineHow to discipline children is one of the hottest topics in early childhood education and parenting . Come to this interactive workshop to learn some proven techniques to prevent problems before they start, promote self-discipline in children and return harmony to your household .


TIME: Tuesdays, 7 – 9 p .m .


12DT1 . . . . . . . . Jan . 10

12DT2 . . . . . . . . April 17

12DT3 . . . . . . . . July 10

12DT4 . . . . . . . Oct . 16


Infant and Child CPREvery parent and caregiver should complete a CPR course every year . This American Heart Association “Friends and Family” course will provide you with the skills necessary to perform CPR, rescue breathing and choking protocols on an adult, infant or child . This course does not meet the requirements for certification and no card is issued .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $40 per person

TIME: Saturdays, 2 – 4:30 p .m .


12CPR1 . . . . . . . Jan . 21

12CPR2 . . . . . . . Feb . 25

12CPR3 . . . . . . . March 3

12CPR4 . . . . . . . April 28

12CPR5 . . . . . . . May 26

12CPR6 . . . . . . . June 2

12CPR7 . . . . . . . July 14

12CPR8 . . . . . . . Aug . 4

12CPR9 . . . . . . . Sept . 29

12CPR10 . . . . . . Oct . 27

12CPR11 . . . . . . Nov . 3

12CPR12 . . . . . . Dec . 15


Baby Signing Time Play & SignBabies as young as nine months can use sign language to communicate with adults around them . Baby Signing Time Play & Sign classes include stories, fingerplays, and singing, along with teaching parents and caregivers how to sign with their babies . We rotate through 16 weeks of themed lessons and you can join in at any time . Classes do not have to be taken in order .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $10/family/week or $75 punch card for eight classes*A textbook is available to purchase in class.

TIME: Wednesdays, 10 – 11 a .m .


* Punch cards are interchangeable and can be used for Rock-My-Baby Fitness, Infant Massage, and Baby Signing Time Play & Sign classes .

Infant MassageThis introductory class teaches parents and caregivers the gentle art of massaging babies . Infant massage has been shown to help strengthen and regulate the respiratory, circulatory, and gastrointestinal functions, often relieving the discomforts of colic and gas . It also helps the baby relax and provides an opportunity for parents to engage in loving communication with their baby . This is a hands-on class, so bring your baby to class with you, and a soft blanket to massage your baby on . Infant Massage cycles through a four-week series . Join in at any time .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $10/family/week or $75 punch card for eight classes*A textbook and massage oil are available to purchase in class.

TIME: Wednesdays, 11:30 a .m – 12:30 p .m .




Rock-My-Baby FitnessMoms shape up! This class combines core, cardio, toning and strength training to help mothers get out, get fit and enjoy exercising with their baby . Safety, nutrition and training tips for new moms are included . Work at the level that’s right for you . Exercise relieves stress, tones muscles affected by pregnancy, builds strength and increases your energy level . You and your baby can get an early start on fitness without getting a baby sitter . Taught by a certified Pre-Post Exercise Specialist .

Open to moms and babies eight weeks postpartum to pre-crawlers . Download and provide the medical consent form prior to class . Medical consent form is required prior to participation . Fax to 212-8475 or bring to the first class .

Water bottle, towel, comfortable clothes and a car seat or front carrier is recommended . Mats are provided .

Pre-registration is required.Fee: $10/class or $75 punch card for eight classes*

TIME: Tuesday and Thursdays, 10 – 11 a .m .




Toddler Toilet TrainingToddler toilet training should be a stress-free event for parents and toddlers . This workshop will provide parents with knowledge and “tips of the trade” necessary to make a smooth transition from diapers to underpants .


TIME: 6 – 7:30 p .m .


12TTT1 . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . March 28

12TTT2 . . . . . . . Wednesday . . . . . . . . June 13

12TTT3 . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . Sept . 13

12TTT4 . . . . . . . Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . Nov . 15


Babysitting Class for Youths 12-15 YearsThis class is designed for youths age 12-15 years wanting to learn the skills necessary to babysit young children . Youths will learn some activities to play with children, basic first aid, emergency procedures, and how to handle some different situations including discipline issues, getting paid and “what would you do if…” scenarios .

Pre-registration is required. Fee: $40 per person

TIME: Saturday, 10:30 a .m . – 4 p .m .

LOCATION: Center for Child Development

NICU Parent Support ProgramsFamily Support Services and the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) staff offer many education opportunities and resources for all of our new families with babies in the NICU . The following is available to our parents:

NICU orientation: Parents should attend one of these sessions during the first week that their baby was admitted .

NICU discharge: Parents should plan to attend the classes once their babies have reached a minimum of 34 weeks gestation age .

CPR training: Parents will be scheduled for this training prior to discharge .

Parents for Parents (PFP): Is a family support group provided by a group of parents whose children have graduated the NICU . PFP volunteers provide and distribute monthly gifts to all our NICU babies as well as offering parent matching . Parent matching enables families currently in the NICU to speak with graduate families whose child was in a similar situation in the NICU .

For more information, contact Shannon Shea at 907-212-5895 .

12BS1 . . . . . . . . Feb . 18

12BS2 . . . . . . . . April 21

12BS3 . . . . . . . . Sept . 1

12BS4 . . . . . . . . Nov . 10


Registration Information

Early registration is encouraged as class size may be limited . You may register using one of the following methods:

1 . Register online at www .providence .org/childrenshospital

2 . Call our Parenting with Providence Program at 907-212-8474 .

3 . Stop by and register in-person at The Nursing Boutique at Providence located down the hall from the Maternity Center across from Providence Imaging Center .

Refunds, withdrawals, or cancellationsIf your course is cancelled you will be referred to other courses, or your fee will be refunded . If you are unable to attend a course, call 907-212-8474 at least one working day before your scheduled class if you wish to obtain a refund . No refunds will be given for partial attendance at any course or if you fail to call and cancel in advance .

ScholarshipsScholarships are available for all classes by a generous grant from the Children’s Miracle Network . Please call 907-212-8474 for more information .

Private classesPrivate classes are available for $75 per class hour . Please call 907-212-8474 to make arrangements for private classes .


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Do you have a guardian angel?

An encouraging smile. A hand to hold. A nod

of understanding. Many patients are touched by

the compassionate care of Providence staff and

volunteers who take the extra step or go the extra

mile to make a health care journey easier.

The Guardian Angel Program recognizes those who

go above and beyond in caring for a patient. It allows

anyone to recognize and make a donation to support

our patients and their families in honor of one of

these special people — our guardian angels.

For more information, visit www.providencealaskafoundation.org

or call 907-212-3600.

Parenting with Providence

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