Education

For those wanting to gain knowledge of CPR but do not need to be certified, the American Heart Association program covers all of the basics of CPR and choking for infants, children, and adults. The next class is from 6 to 8 p.m., December 12, in the...

This new class helps parents build confidence around how to nurture a baby’s development and ensure the newborn’s safety. This free class includes topics like getting ready for baby, bathing, diapering, signs of illness, safety, and newborn...

Learn more about what your birthing experience will be like during a 30-minute tour of the labor, delivery, postpartum, and nursery areas at Porter Regional Hospital. Tours will be held the first two Saturdays of each month at 2 p.m., and the last...

Spend one full Saturday in this expedited version of the Childbirth Education class to learn all aspects of pregnancy and birth. The class will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. December 14, in the Women & Children’s Pavilion classroom at Porter...

Expectant parents can feel prepared for the journey ahead by attending this comprehensive class to learn about pregnancy, labor, birth, postpartum, and newborn care. Natural coping methods will be discussed, such as relaxation and breathing, as well...

This free class, coordinated by an internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant, helps expectant and new parents learn skills for successful breastfeeding. The class is held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., December 5 and 17, in the Women &...

St. Catherine Hospital offers a seminar to discover how a comprehensive and multi-disciplinary physician-led approach is the perfect weight loss solution for you. The seminar is offered from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10, in the St. Catherine...

Pediatrician Rajaraman Iyer, MD, will lead a Keeping Baby Safe and Healthy class on Wednesday, Nov. 13, at St. Catherine Hospital Katherine Kasper conference room, 4321 Fir St., East Chicago. Dr. Iyer will address such topics as when to call the...

St. Catherine Hospital offers Family Birthing Center tours for expectant mothers to view our spacious labor and delivery suites, meet the staff and ask questions regarding their stay. Tours are available at 10 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, at the Family...

St. Catherine Hospital’s experienced labor and delivery registered nurse will provide education on nutrition, pain relief, recovery and resources before they bring their baby into the world. This class will help expectant parents understand the...