Resource Guide Pregnancy Classes Parenting Classes Support Groups Lactation Services Massage Services SAINT ALPHONSUS CONTACT NUMBERS Main Hospital Number 367-2121 Family Center Resource Line 367- 3454 Hospital Pre-Registration 367- 7175 Find A Doctor 367-DOCS (3627) Family Center 367- 7380 Family Maternity Center 367- 4555 Laboratory 367- 2156 Maternal Fetal Medicine 367- 5544 Lactation Program 367-4063 Congratulations! Pregnancy marks the beginning of an exciting journey toward parenthood, however, for many the trail may be uncharted and unfamiliar. At Saint Alphonsus, we offer a variety of different class options as you move toward becoming a parent. We believe that becoming a parent is a process, not a performance. There is no “right way” to give birth. We offer various childbirth classes to give you more options and to better meet everyone’s individual preferences. Saint Alphonsus is the only Lamaze® approved provider in the Treasure Valley, which means we offer smaller classes with certified Lamaze® Instructors. In our Hypnobirthing® classes, we offer you the talent of a Certified Hypnobirthing® instructor and Hypnotherapist. For new parents we understand that entering a hospital can be a confusing and overwhelming situation. That is why we focus on being “family-centered”. Come for a Prenatal Tour and visit our Family Maternity Center and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. During the tour you will have an opportunity to preview the private family suites, which provide soothing and luxurious accommodations. Additionally, take this opportunity to meet our committed staff who are focused on providing outstanding, compassionate care to each and every one of our new mothers, and the families and friends that support them. Please take time to look through our many options for childbirth classes and parenting classes, as well as programs for support and encouragement throughout your family’s life. We are here to answer any questions from helping you find a physician to what classes help prepare you for the birth of your baby. You will remember the day you give birth for the rest of your life. Therefore, we take pride and joy in being part of your experience. And we hope we will continue to serve you as your children grow. Judith C. Hobbs, RN Family Center Manager Getting Started: A Guide In What To Do And When PRENATAL GUIDE—SUGGESTED SCHEDULE First Trimester • Find a Provider for delivering your baby—Call 367-DOCS or visit www.saintalphonsus.org • Prenatal Tour • ABC’s of Early Pregnancy Class • View your lab results and records at www.MySaintAls.com Second Trimester • CPR for Parents Class • Prenatal Massage • Pre-register for Delivery at Saint Alphonsus • Register for Childbirth Classes • Find A Pediatrician—Call 367-DOCS or visit www.saintalphonsus.org Third Trimester • Breastfeeding for Beginners Class • Childbirth Preparation Classes: Lamaze, Hypnobirthing, Music Birth, or Childbirth Refresher • Happiest Baby on the Block Class • Newborn Care and Parenting Class • Sibling Preparation Class • Install Infant Car Seat—For an Appointment, Please Call 367-3454 Parenting • Baby and Me Support Group • Breastfeeding Support Group • Infant Massage Communication Class • Taming the Toddler Class Don’t forget to visit www.saintalphonsus.org and sign up for the pregnancy e-newsletter!! For more information please call: (208) 367-3454 or visit our website at www.saintalphonsus.org 4 Before the Baby Arrives For nine months you will have anticipated and prepared for the birth of your baby. When the big moment comes, you should be in the care of respectful experts, taking comfort in a setting designed to make the birthing experience all the more remarkable for you and your family. That is why the Saint Alphonsus Family Maternity Center offers a state-of-the-art facility designed with healing elements as well as world class staff. Mothers-to-be and support partners are welcome to tour the expanded Saint Alphonsus Family Maternity Center, offering the latest in technology, amenities, and a healing environment. Learn about our maternity programs and support services, as well as childbirth and parenting education classes. Our staff devotes extra attention to making sure every birth is personal! Come in the main lobby of Saint Alphonsus—located in the Central Tower—to one of the Coughlin Conference Rooms, for a brief presentation followed by a tour of the Family Maternity Center. On-line registration: www.saintalphonsus.org Phone: 367-3454 Email address: familyresourcecenter@sarmc.org Prenatal Tour 7:00-8:00 p.m. The First Monday, Second Tuesday & Third Thursday of Every Month. To Register 367-3454 or www.saintalphonsus.org For more information please call: (208) 367-3454 or visit our website at www.saintalphonsus.org 5 ABC's of Early Pregnancy Childbirth Preparation Refresher Just found out you are pregnant? Join us for a class designed to explore the normal physical and emotional changes during pregnancy. Other topics include: stress reduction techniques for mom and dad, prenatal parenting, fetal growth and development, and ideas for reducing discomfort. A childbirth preparation refresher class for parents who want to review their knowledge of the labor and delivery process and update comfort and support techniques. Saint Alphonsus highly recommends taking the ABC’s of Pregnancy class as soon as possible and one of the following Chilbirth Preparation classes in the last trimester. Lamaze® Childbirth Preparation Lamaze® International, the organization that sets the standard in childbirth preparation classes, has named Saint Alphonsus a Lamaze® approved Provider. Saint Alphonsus is the only medical center in the area with this distinction. Hypnobirthing® The Mongan Method Learn Relaxation Techniques to Eliminate Fear, Tension, and Pain Achieve birth fulfillment—awake and alert—in a totally relaxed state of mind and body. See how the mother’s body is designed to work in neuromuscular harmony with nature throughout labor. Learn what an important part the birthing companion plays in the labor process. Five week series facilitated by a Certified Hypnobirthing Instructor. Music Birth Based on the Lamaze® International Care Practices for Normal Birth, this is an extensive course designed to provide information on prenatal care, labor, delivery and breastfeeding. Learn skills necessary to make the best choices for your birthing experience. Breastfeeding for Beginners is included in this class. Appropriate music enhances pain management, relaxation, imagery, movement, breathing and bonding. Personalize your birth with playlists and an original lullaby for your baby. Learn how music blocks pain, improves heart rate and blood pressure, increases the production of bonding hormones and makes remembering comfort measures easier. Music Birth is a one night, intensive class that focuses on comfort measures and music. Saturday Childbirth Preparation Childbirth Preparation for Cesarean Birth This is an 8-hour condensed course designed to provide information on prenatal care, labor, and delivery. Learn skills necessary to make the best choices for your birthing experience. You may register separately—free of charge—for the Breastfeeding for Beginners class. A class for expectant parents planning a cesarean birth. Each week parents will participate in discussion and videos concerning different aspects of cesarean birth. This class is designed to cover topics including preparation for cesarean, creating a birth plan, surgical procedure, and post operative needs for recovery. Parents will have the opportunity to discuss topics with their partners as well as to ask questions and voice concerns. For more information please call: (208) 367-3454 or visit our website at www.saintalphonsus.org 6 Newborn Care & Parenting Pregnancy Massage A “hands-on” class for first time parents to help with newborn care and parenting. Topics on early parenting include: car seat safety, feeding and diapering, calming techniques, bathing and newborn characteristics. Mom’s can relax and feel empowered with techniques to center yourself both physically and mentally for the impending birth of your child. Specialized therapeutic massage techniques used to help reduce the common discomforts of pregnancy, like swelling as well as back, hip and joint pain. This is a great way to pamper moms to be. Breastfeeding for Beginners A class for parents who have questions and concerns about breastfeeding their newborn. Learn how you can get your baby off to a good start and avoid common problems. Successful breastfeeding often depends on the help and encouragement you receive, therefore, we recommend you bring your support person with you. Details for massage services are listed on page 10. Remember to visit www.saintalphonsus.org and sign up for the pregnancy e-newsletter!! Sibling Preparation A class to prepare children ages 3-8 for changes in the home when a new baby arrives. This class helps older siblings understand the needs of the new baby and the demands placed on parents. Each child will receive a tour of the Family Maternity Center, a Certificate of Completion and a coupon for a free frozen yogurt. Happiest Baby On The Block New babies are a blessing, however, they can also bring with them sleepless nights, crying and sometimes quite a bit of stress. This class focuses on an extraordinary approach to keeping your baby happy. Parents or soon-to-be parents will learn step-by-step how to help their baby sleep better and soothe even the fussiest baby in minutes. Class is based on the highly effective, new approach to babies pioneered by Dr. Harvey Karp in his best selling book, “The Happiest Baby on the Block.” CPR for Parents Learn how to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in infants and children up to 8 years of age. This is not a certification class. For more information please call: (208) 367-3454 or visit our website at www.saintalphonsus.org 7 After the Baby Arrives Infant Massage Communication A 3 part class that will teach parents and caregivers a wide variety of techniques that they can use to develop an enjoyable routine with the infant they love. However, this series is not simply about learning infant massage strokes; instead it strives to help parent and baby form a loving and secure lifelong relationship. Infant massage has also been shown to improve circulation and digestion. Infant massage can also reduce symptoms of colic, help stabilize sleep patterns, enhance body awareness and encourage brain development. Free Support Groups at Saint Alphonsus Baby and Me Ongoing FREE educational support group for new parents and their babies - ages 0-12 months of age. Breastfeeding Support and Encouragement Bring your baby and join our Lactation Consultant for FREE breastfeeding support and encouragement. You can get answers to your questions and learn new ideas from other parents. SHARE of Idaho Support Group (Miscarriage and Infant Loss Support) The feelings you have after the death of a baby, can be overwhelming and intense, as the death of a baby at any stage is a very real loss. You will not only begin a journey of recovery physically, but also emotionally and spiritually. For more information please call: (208) 367-3454 or visit our website at www.saintalphonsus.org 8 Parenting Young Ones Taming The Toddler This five-week class series is designed for parents who have children 1-3 years of age. It will help you understand how your child develops during this age period and what motivates their behavior. Learn techniques that allow your child the freedom to explore, learn, and develop his/her own personality, while helping them understand limits. Look Out! Kids 11-15 Babysitting Safely Babysitting Safely is a 7-hour class designed for girls and boys ages 11-15. Learn how to be the best babysitter in your neighborhood! Topics include: Child Development, Basic First Aid, Feeding and Diapering Baby, Safety tips, Discipline, and Activities for Young Children. CPR for Babysitters This class teaches young people how to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies in infants and children up to 8 years of age. Recommended to be taken after the Babysitting Safely course. This American Heart Association Course includes a book and course completion card. For more information please call: (208) 367-3454 or visit our website at www.saintalphonsus.org 9 Massage Therapy For everyone in your family… infants to seniors! Massage is one of the most therapeutic ways of relieving discomfort. At the Saint Alphonsus Family Center and Meridian Health Plaza, we are proud to offer a wide selection of Massage Therapy services. Swedish Massage The typical Swedish Massage is based on the principles of relaxation. Through the use of various techniques, you will feel a sense of calm and serenity. It’s a great way to put you back in touch with your total self. Pressure of touch ranges light to moderate. 30 mins/$40 • 60 mins/$55 • 90 mins/$70 Special for Seniors 60 mins/$48 Deep Tissue / Connective Tissue Massage This combination of modalities is practiced when deeper layers of muscle have become tight, whether a result of overuse and strain or a response to surrounding muscle creating opposing stress. The pressure of touch may vary from moderate to very deep, and may be short lived or sustained for a period of time, depending on the overall result desired. Pressure is NEVER more than can be tolerated by the client. Those requiring this type of massage may need to repeat the therapy several times to achieve full and total release of the muscles involved. Pregnancy Massage Moms relax and feel empowered with techniques to center herself both physically and mentally for the impending birth of her child. Specialized therapeutic massage techniques used to help reduce the common discomforts of pregnancy, like swelling as well as back, hip and joint pain. Great way to pamper moms to be. 30 mins/$40 • 60 mins/$55 • 90 mins/$70 Package of 3 massages: $120 or $5 off first visit, $10 off second visit, $15 off third visit and every subsequent visit while still pregnant. Couples Massage Instruction This hands-on session with the therapist teaches each person how to handle partner-specific complaints and provide relief to the other at home. 45 mins.-1 hr. is dedicated to each individual. 90 mins total $75/couple • 120 mins total $100/couple Infant Massage Communication A private session that will teach parents and caregivers a wide variety of techniques that they can use to develop an enjoyable routine with the infant they love. However, this series is not simply about learning infant massage strokes; instead it strives to help parent and baby form a loving and secure lifelong relationship. Infant massage has also been shown to improve circulation and digestion. Infant massage can also reduce symptoms of colic, help stabilize sleep patterns, enhance body awareness and encourage brain development. $55/couple & baby (includes book) 4 or more to form a class To set-up an appointment or order a Gift Certificate call, 367-7380. 30 mins/$45 • 60 mins/$65 For more information please call: (208) 367-3454 or visit our website at www.saintalphonsus.org 10 Lactation Services at Saint Alphonsus Choosing to breastfeed your baby will bring you an experience that will always be cherished. Breastfeeding is a key component of your baby's health and provides unique health benefits for both mother and baby. We are here to support a happy, healthy, lasting breastfeeding experience for both mother and child and the family. The Infant Nutrition and Lactation Program at Saint Alphonsus offers comprehensive breastfeeding programs and services for patients, staff, and the community. Our IBCLC-Certified Lactation Consultants and Lactation Nurses are trained in techniques that increase breastfeeding success and will work with you to prevent or solve any problems you may encounter. How can the lactation consultant help? • Positioning and latch techniques • Engorgement management • Promoting milk production • Infant sucking issues • Choosing correct lactation equipment such as a good breast pump for use when returning to work • Special breastfeeding needs such as slow weight gain, jaundice, multiple births, premature baby, mother/baby separation due to illness of mother or mother is returning to work, neurologic impairment, breastfeeding an adopted baby, and more. To receive more information about our classes, support groups and services, talk with a lactation consultant or schedule a lactation appointment call 367-4063. Services Include: • Prenatal breastfeeding classes • Breastfeeding support groups • Warmline Breastfeeding Telephone support • IBCLC Certified Lactation Consultants • Outpatient assessment and consultations • In-patient consultations and support • Breastpump Leasing • Retail store - Nursing bras; electric breast pumps; nursing stools; nursing pillows; milk storage bags; hydrogel pads • Lactation training for health care providers • Lactation consultations and support for families with infants in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit For more information please call: (208) 367-3454 or visit our website at www.saintalphonsus.org 11