Humboldt General Hospital is committed to providing expert and personalized care to families. We know that you need the best information possible to help yourself and your family achieve and maintain maximum health. Each month we offer several ongoing educational classes, forums and presentations on a variety of health topics. Please review our calendar page for specific days and times.
Childbirth Education Classes
Humboldt General Hospital hosts a Childbirth Education course designed to help mothers-to-be achieve the kind of birth they desire. Women in their fifth to eighth month of pregnancy are encouraged attend. Fee for instruction is $60; women who deliver at Humboldt General Hospital receive a $10 discount. Lunch and snacks are included in the cost of registration. Optional Lactation and Newborn Care classes are also included in the cost of registration. Childbirth Education instructor Becky Egbert will lead the discussion. Mothers and coaches are encouraged to bring a couple of pillows and wear comfortable clothing for the instruction. Course will take place in the Sarah Winnemucca Conference Room at Humboldt General Hospital. Please call to pre-register at (775) 623-5222, ext. 142.
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Lactation Classes
Humboldt General Hospital host a Lactation Class in the Sarah Winnemucca Conference Room. Learn from our lactation educator, Becky Egbert, about the natural process of breastfeeding, lactation, physiology of the breast, positioning, identification of infant feeding cues, nutrition and storage of breast milk. Fee for instruction is $25; class is free to women who participate in Humboldt General Hospital's Childbirth Education class. Please call to pre-register at (775) 623-5222, ext. 142.
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Newborn Care Classes
Join Childbirth Education instructor Becky Egbert as she discusses what to do after the baby is born. This class will cover feeding, sleeping, diapering, circumcision and umbilical cord care, bathing and dressing. Parents-to-be also will learn about temperament, crying and comforting techniques, behavior states and newborn communication. Fee for instruction is $25; class is free to women who participate in Humboldt General Hospital's Childbirth Education class. Please call to pre-register at (775) 623-5222, ext. 142.
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Healthy Year, Healthy You Seminars
Join Humboldt General Hospital for a new year of "Healthy Year, Healthy You" seminars in 2012. Each month will present a new topic designed to help you be your best you! Lunch will be provided for all participants. Check the hospital's calendar for dates. All ages are welcome and there's never a charge to attend.
New You! 12-Week Wellness and Weight-Loss Program
Humboldt General Hospital has introduced a 12-week plan for optimal health entitled, "New You! The 12 Lessons of Wellness & Weight Loss." The course will run from January 12 through March 29. Choose to attend instructional sessions each Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. or from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. The course will take place in the Sarah Winnemucca Conference Room at Humboldt General Hospital; there is no charge to attend. You are encouraged to take part in the entire 12-week curriculum; however, do not refrain from participating if you can't attend each session. Participants will also be invited to take part in a 12-week weight loss challenge. For more information, please call HGH Wellness Coordinator Melissa House at (775) 623-5222, ext. 258.
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