From baby basics to safe sitting: Parent Education classes offered at Chilton

POMPTON PLAINS — Chilton Hospital’s Community Outreach Department, Parent Education division, announces its November 2012 schedule. All classes require pre-registration at least one week in advance. For more information and registration, call Janet Amore at 973-831-5475.

Babies and Pets: Nov. 1, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Hear Chilton Hospital Pediatrician David M. Namerow and Veterinarian Matthew Krupnick, of Pequannock Animal Hospital give helpful hints in this new adjustment period. This is a free class.
Safe Sitter: Nov. 3 and 8, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Safe Sitter is a medically accurate, hands-on class that teaches boys and girls ages 11 to 13 how to handle emergencies when caring for children. Safe Sitters learn basic knowledge of CPR, safety for the sitter, preventing problem behavior, babysitting business skills, basic child-care skills, injury management and how to entertain children while keeping them safe. Pre-registration is $70 per student. This class is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Baby Basics: Nov. 6, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Learn the basics: how to bathe, take care of the cord, diaper and burp. In addition, learn some basic steps on how to help infants sleep longer and soothe even the fussiest of babies in minutes, based on the “Happiest Baby on the Block” method. Class is for expectant mother and partner. Grandparents are also welcome for an additional fee. Pre-registration is $45.
New Moms Group: Nov. 9 and 30 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. New moms and their infants can talk with others in this informal group. This free meeting is held every second and last Friday of each month. The Nov. 9 session will be held at the Collins Pavilion at Chilton, 97 West Parkway, Pompton Plains.
One-Day Intensive Childbirth Preparation: Nov. 10, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Chilton Health Network, 242 West Parkway, Pompton Plains. Learn about the stages of labor and birth, the partner’s role and coping techniques including Lamaze breathing and the postpartum period. Bring your own lunch. Tour of the new Mother Baby Center included. Pre-registration is $200.
Breastfeeding: Nov. 13, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Attendees will receive information on benefits of breastfeeding, pre-natal preparation, positioning, nutrition and avoiding common problems. Pre-registration is $40. This class is for moms only.
Just for Dads: Nov. 13, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. This one-day class highlights the importance of bonding with your child and the vital role you’ll play in his or her life. You’ll also receive practical tips on newborn care. Pre-registration is $40.

All classes will be held at Chilton Health Network, 242 West Parkway, Pompton Plains, unless otherwise noted.
For a full schedule of Parent Education classes and events visit chiltonhealth.org or call 888-CHILTON.