Here is a list of University of Connecticut Health Center programs scheduled in August and early September.<\/p>\n
Nutrition for a Healthy Heart <\/strong> Free \u2018Parents Morning Out\u2019 <\/strong> Free IVF Information Session <\/strong> Free Hospital Maternity Tours <\/strong> Free Diabetes Support Group <\/strong> Free IVF Information Session <\/strong> ‘Show, Tell and Sell’ Craft Show and Sale <\/strong> Free Hospital Maternity Tours <\/strong> Free \u2018Music and Movement for Toddlers\u2019 <\/strong> Free Quilting Support Group for Women <\/strong> Free Bladder Cancer Support Group <\/strong> Childbirth Preparation Class <\/strong> \u201cReady to Lose\u201d Weight Management Program <\/strong> Free \u2018Parents Morning Out\u2019 <\/strong> Free IVF Information Session<\/strong> Breast-feeding Class <\/strong> Free Hospital Maternity Tours <\/strong> Nutrition for a Healthy Heart<\/strong> Free Diabetes Support Group <\/strong> Infant Care Class <\/strong>
\nWednesday, August 3, 2 to 4 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Dowling North Building <\/em>
\nThe UConn Health Center\u2019s Healthy Nutrition program invites you on a journey to a lower blood pressure, reduced cholesterol and healthier weight. This group meets on the first Wednesday of the month<\/strong>. Registration fee is $30. Call 800-535-6232 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, August 4, 10 a.m. to noon<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Partners, 65 Kane Street, West Hartford <\/em>
\nThe Nurturing Families Network<\/a> offers \u201cParents Morning Out,\u201d a free drop-in social group for parents of infants up to 1 year old that meets on the first Thursday of the month<\/strong>. No registration is required. Learn more at http:\/\/nurturingfamilies.uchc.edu<\/a> or call 860-679-4114.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, August 4, 6 to 8:30 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Conference Room EG013 <\/em>
\nSpecialists with the Center for Advanced Reproductive Services<\/a> lead an informational session about current treatments for infertility, specifically in vitro fertilization (IVF). Each program includes an in-depth explanation of the IVF process, discussion of some of the emotional issues surrounding IVF, and discussion of options for financial planning. Registration is required: 860-679-4580 or www.uconnfertility.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, August 6, 3:30 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Main Lobby <\/em>
\nA representative will guide you through labor and delivery, postpartum, and the nursery at John Dempsey Hospital. Children and grandparents are welcome. The free tours are held every other Saturday<\/strong>. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, August 11, 5 to 6 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Friends Lecture Room (LM034) <\/em>
\nTaking care of your diabetes can be difficult. Meet and share some of your challenges and successes with other people who have diabetes. The group meets the second Thursday of every month<\/strong> and is open to the public, no registration required. Call 860-679-7692 or 800-535-6232 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, August 18, 6 to 8:30 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Conference Room EG013 <\/em>
\nSpecialists with the Center for Advanced Reproductive Services<\/a> lead an informational session about current treatments for infertility, specifically in vitro fertilization (IVF). Each program includes an in-depth explanation of the IVF process, discussion of some of the emotional issues surrounding IVF, and discussion of options for financial planning. Registration is required: 860-679-4580 or www.uconnfertility.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nFriday, August 19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Main and Keller lobbies <\/em>
\nArtists and crafters will offer their hand-fabricated crafts and artwork. Homemade fudge and candy also will be available. Proceeds benefit the UConn Health Center Auxiliary<\/a>. Call 860-679-3314 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, August 20, 3:30 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Main Lobby <\/em>
\nA representative will guide you through labor and delivery, postpartum, and the nursery at John Dempsey Hospital. Children and grandparents are welcome. The free tours are held every other Saturday<\/strong>. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, August 25, 10 to 11 a.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Partners, 65 Kane Street, West Hartford <\/em>
\nThe Nurturing Families Network<\/a> offers \u201cMusic and Movement for Toddlers,\u201d a free social playgroup featuring song, dance and other activities for toddlers and their caregivers. It usually meets on the third Thursday of the month<\/strong>. No registration is required. Learn more at http:\/\/nurturingfamilies.uchc.edu<\/a> or call 860-679-4114.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, August 27, 1:30 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Onyiuke Dining Room <\/em>
\nThis new monthly support group seeks to include the art of quilting into the healing process for women who are living with cancer. The quilts will become part of the Carole and Ray Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center<\/a>\u2019s artwork. Call 860-679-7820 or email psnixon@uchc.edu<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, August 27, 3 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Onyiuke Dining Room<\/em>
\nPatients, family members and caregivers (not limited to UConn Health Center patients) are invited to join others whose lives have been touched by bladder cancer. This support group, established in partnership with the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, is the only group of its kind in New England. Call 860-679-7820 or email psnixon@uchc.edu<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday and Sunday, August 27 to 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Onyiuke Dining Room <\/em>
\nThis two-day class covers anatomy and physiology of pregnancy and labor, emotions of pregnancy, nutrition, fetal growth and development, comfort measures for labor, working with unexpected events in labor, cesarean delivery, and practice of relaxation and breathing techniques for labor. Class size is limited to eight couples. Remember to bring two pillows and wear comfortable clothing. Fee is $100. Call 800-535-6232 or 860-679-7692 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nTuesdays, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Onyiuke Dining Room <\/em>
\nThis program starts with an individualized introductory session (call to schedule) followed by six weekly sessions that include a weigh-in, discussion of successes and challenges, and tip of the week. Registration fee is $70. Call 800-535-6232 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, September 1, 10 a.m. to noon<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Partners, 65 Kane Street, West Hartford <\/em>
\nThe Nurturing Families Network<\/a> offers \u201cParents Morning Out,\u201d a free drop-in social group for parents of infants up to 1 year old that meets on the first Thursday of the month. No registration is required. Learn more at http:\/\/nurturingfamilies.uchc.edu<\/a> or call 860-679-4114.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, September 1, 6 to 8:30 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Conference Room EG013 <\/em>
\nSpecialists with the Center for Advanced Reproductive Services<\/a> lead an informational session about current treatments for infertility, specifically in vitro fertilization (IVF). Each program includes an in-depth explanation of the IVF process, discussion of some of the emotional issues surrounding IVF, and discussion of options for financial planning. Registration is required: 860-679-4580 or www.uconnfertility.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, September 1, 7 to 9 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Onyiuke Dining Room <\/em>
\nA certified lactation consultant leads a discussion of topics including the benefits of breast-feeding, how to get started, and how the rest of the family can help the breast-feeding mother as well as how to continue breast-feeding and working. Classes usually are held on the first Thursday of the month<\/strong>. Fee is $20. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nSaturday, September 3, 3:30 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Main Lobby <\/em>
\nA representative will guide you through labor and delivery, postpartum, and the nursery at John Dempsey Hospital. Children and grandparents are welcome. The free tours are held every other Saturday<\/strong>. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n
\nWednesday, September 7, 2 to 4 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Dowling North Building <\/em>
\nThe UConn Health Center\u2019s Healthy Nutrition program invites you on a journey to a lower blood pressure, reduced cholesterol and healthier weight. This group meets on the first Wednesday of the month<\/strong>. Registration fee is $30. Call 800-535-6232 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nThursday, September 8, 5 to 6 p.m.<\/em><\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Friends Lecture Room (LM034) <\/em>
\nTaking care of your diabetes can be difficult. Meet and share some of your challenges and successes with other people who have diabetes. The group meets the second Thursday of every month<\/strong> and is open to the public, no registration required. Call 860-679-7692 or 800-535-6232 for more information.<\/p>\n
\nMonday, September 12, 7 to 9 p.m.<\/strong>, UConn Health Center, Onyiuke Dining Room <\/em>
\nOffered for expectant parents and caregivers, the discussion topics include appearance and behavior of the newborn, car seat and home safety issues, well child care and the importance of immunizations, choosing a pediatrician, and practice with diapering and bathing a newborn. Classes usually are held on the second Monday of every month<\/strong>. Fee is $20. Call 800-535-6232 to register or for more information.<\/p>\n