Health Briefs: Acupuncture, babysitting, breastfeeding
February 21, 2012 10:54AM
Updated: March 23, 2012 8:02AM
Aurora
The Emporer’s Medicine: Selma Gladney from The Emperor’s Medicine, 1444 Farnsworth Ave., Suite 303, will give several free wellness lectures. “How acupuncture can treat stress reduction” is from 7 to 8 p.m. March 6 at the Aurora Public Library, 233 Constitution Drive. Call the library at 630-264-3600. Gladney is back with another free lecture, “What is acupuncture and the various health concerns it can effectively treat,” from 10 to 10:45 a.m. March 10 at the Aurora Public Library, 555 S. Eola Road. Contact the library at 630-264-3420.
Sandwich
Valley West Community Hospital: Valley West, 11 E. Pleasant Ave., offers a variety of community classes each month. To register for these classes or to view the entire listing, visit www.valleywest.org/programs or call 815-786-3962. A sampling includes:
Safe Sitter: This two-day internationally recognized babysitting program teaches 11- to 13-year-olds the skills to provide children in their care in a safe, nurturing environment. Includes Safe Sitter backpack, manual, supplies and light refreshments. The cost is $40 per child. The class is from 8:30 a.m. to noon March 3 and 10 in the Valley West Medical office building. Registration is required and closes three days before. A minimum number of participants also is required. Call 815-786-3962 or visit www.valleywest.org/programs.
Mommy and Me Breastfeeding Group: Mothers and babies are welcome to attend this group to discuss the joys and challenges of breastfeeding. Drop in with baby to meet other breastfeeding moms for support and encouragement. Facilitated by a certified lactation consultant, this group is meant to provide support and assist with any issues mothers and babies might experience with feeding. The free group meets on the first Monday of every month at 10 a.m. at Valley West Community Hospital. No registration is required. Visit www.valleywest.org/programs.
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