Babysitting Academy
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Babysitting training program for young adults ages 11 1/2 to 16 & covers topics such as:
- Baby care
- First aid
- Fire safety
- Home security
- Accident prevention
- Child behavior
- CPR (cardio-pulmonary resuscitation).
- Participants who attend both sessions receive a babysitter's handbook, safety booklet, and graduation certificate.
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Schedule:
2012- June 2 9:30am-1:30pm & June 3 12pm-4pm, Baystate Mary Lane
June 21 & 22, 9:30am-1:30pm, Baystate Mary Lane
July 9 & 10, 9:30am-1:30pm
August 6 & 7, 9:30am-1:30pm
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| Location: Baystate Health Education Center, 361 Whitney Avenue, 1st Floor, BRL Conference Room, Holyoke directions |
| Cost: $30.00 |
| Registration and More Information: Register on-line or call 413-794-BABY (794-2229), 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
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The Happiest Baby
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This class provides expectant or new parents with step-by-step techniques for helping a baby sleep longer and for calming a fussy baby. The class is taught by certified Happiest Baby instructors who present information on:
- The calming reflex
- The Missing 4th Trimester
- The 5 s's
- The cuddle cure.
Class materials include handouts & The Happiest Baby on the Block & Soothing Sounds DVD.
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Schedule:
2012: July 19, Thursday @ 6:30pm, September 5, Wednesday @ 6:30pm, November 8, Thursday @ 6:30pm
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| Location: Wesson Building, 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield |
Cost: $35.00, per couple; includes Parent Happiest Baby DVD kit
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| Registration and More Information: Register on-line or call 413-794-BABY (794-2229), 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
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Infant Care Class
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This class is for parents who are not taking a Childbirth program ( 7wk, 4wk or 1 day express), but want to know how to take care of their new baby. Participants will learn:
- Creating and maintaining a loving bond with your baby
- Diapering and bathing your baby
- Taking your baby's temperature
- Ways of comforting your baby
- What is normal in appearance and behavior for a newborn.
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| Schedule: |
| 2012: May 11, Aug 10, Nov 9 |
Location: Wesson Women and Infants' Unit, North Administrative Conference Room, 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield
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| Cost: $15.00 |
| Registration and More Information: Register on-line or call 413-794-BABY (794-2229), 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
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Keeping Baby Safe
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Parents learn how to provide a safe environment for baby, including:
- How to use CPR techniques to save your baby's life, if necessary
- Ways to keep your baby safe while traveling
- Simple first aid techniques for emergencies.
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Schedule: One three-hour class offered every month
2012: May 30, June 13, July 11, Sept 5, Nov 7
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Location: Baystate Health Education Center, 361 Whitney Av, 1st Floor, BRL Conference Room, Holyoke
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| Cost: $35.00 per couple, additional family members $15.00 per person |
| Registration and More Information: Register on-line or call 413-794-BABY (794-2229), 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
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| The Fascination and Frustration with Toddlerhood |
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Have you ever found yourself wondering…
Where did my cuddly, sweet baby go and who is this crazy toddler?
Where are these temper tantrums coming from?
How do I handle this change in behavior?
When should I potty train?
How do I get my child to eat new foods?
How do I keep my child safe at home and in the world as s/he explores?
Are we normal??
This 4 week series, ideal for parents of children 12-36 months, offers an introduction to toddlerhood and the many ways to embrace this amazing, joyous, fascinating yet crazy time in your child’s life. Join us to discover the how’s and why’s of parenting a toddler.
During our time together you will:
- Discover insightful and important information about this exceptional phase of development.
- Learn why this time of life can be so challenging for parents and tough on toddlers, and how you can decrease frustration for both.
- Gather practical tips and effective tools for navigating toddler development, behavior and discipline, nutrition, safety, potty training, and socialization.
To allow for focused learning and great discussion, please plan on getting a sitter for your toddler.
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| Schedule: TBD |
| Location: Wesson Women's NICU A and B Conference Room |
| Cost: $100 per couple |
| Registration: Call 413-794-BABY (794-2229), 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. |
