Community Calendar

We offer a variety of classes and events designed for the unique needs of the communities we serve. Use the list below for quick access to the classes and events for each category:

• Childbirth Classes
• Alternative Childbirth Classes
• More Child Education Classes
• Adolescent Classes
• Community Health Screenings
• Healthy Living Classes

CHILDBIRTH CLASSES

Pickles & Ice Cream (early pregnancy 14 - 20 weeks)

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
March 9, April 27, June 8, July 20, Sept. 7, Oct. 19, Nov. 30
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

Perfect for the first-time mom, but recommended for everyone! This single-session class is for parents during early pregnancy (14-20 weeks). Nutrition, exercise, fetal development, and current body changes are among the topics discussed.

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes.

Showing & Glowing (mid-pregnancy 20 - 28 weeks)

7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesdays
Feb. 2 through Feb. 9, March 16 through March 23, May 4 through May 11, June 15 to June 22, July 27 to August 3, Sept. 14 to Sept. 21, Oct. 26 to Nov. 2, Dec. 7 to Dec. 14
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

A two-session class to be taken during mid-pregnancy (20-28 weeks) that dispels the myths of pregnancy and childbirth, discusses common discomforts of pregnancy, signs and symptoms of pre-term labor and introduces relaxation techniques used in childbirth. This class is intended to be taken with Ready & Able (see below). Fee: $45 (includes Ready & Able)

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes.

Ready & Able (late pregnancy 28 - 35 weeks)

7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Tuesdays
Feb. 16 to March 2, March 30 to April 20, May 18 to June 1, June 29 to July 13, Aug. 17 to Aug. 31, Sept. 28 to Oct. 12, Nov. 9 to Nov. 23
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

A three-session class recommended for late pregnancy (28-35 weeks). This class includes a tour of The Women’s Center. Topics discussed include the process of childbirth and delivery, comfort techniques used in labor, medications/epidurals and relaxation and breathing techniques. The class is intended to be taken with the Showing & Glowing childbirth class (see above). Fee: Included in the fee for Showing and Glowing

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes.

ALTERNATIVE CHILDBIRTH CLASSES

Short & Sweet (late pregnancy 28 - 35 weeks)
Two-day class

Saturdays 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sundays 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
March 13 to March 14, April 17 to April 18, May 1 to May 2, June 26 to June 27, July 24 to July 25, Aug. 14 to Aug. 15, Sept. 11 to Sept. 12, Oct. 16 to Oct. 17, Nov. 20 to Nov. 21, Dec. 11 to Dec. 12

Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

A two-day weekend childbirth class covering discomforts of pregnancy, the process of labor and delivery, comfort techniques used in childbirth, medication/epidurals and relaxation and breathing techniques. Fee: $30

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes

MORE CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION CLASSES

Breastfeeding class (late pregnancy 28 - 35 weeks)

Thursdays 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
March 11, June 10, July 15, Aug. 26, Oct. 14, Dec. 2
Saturdays 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Feb. 27, April 3, June 5
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

Getting started, latching-on and positioning are discussed in this class for a smooth start to breastfeeding. Fee: FREE

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes.

Baby 101

Thursdays 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Feb. 25, April 15, May 20, July 8, August 19, September 30, October 28, Dec. 9
Saturdays 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Feb. 27, April 3, June 5
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

Infants don’t come with instructions, but this class will equip new parents with knowledge about infant development and the guidance needed to care for their new bundle of joy. Topics include normal newborn appearance and behavior, bathing, crying, diapering, swaddling and feeding. Fee: $10 

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes.

Babies, Bumps & Bruises (mid-pregnancy 20 - 28 weeks)

Thursdays 7 p.m. to  9 p.m.
Feb. 11, March 25, May 13, June 24, Aug. 12, Sept. 16, Nov. 11, Dec. 16
Saturdays 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m
Feb. 27, April 3, June 5
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

This class is recommended not only for parents, but family and friends as well. Infant CPR, as taught by the American Heart Association, is discussed and hands-on skills are practiced. Infant safety issues are also covered. Fee: $10

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes.

The Daddy Class (late pregnancy 28 - 35 weeks)

Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Feb. 4, April 1, June 3
Tuesdays,  7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Aug. 3, Oct. 5, Dec. 7
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus. 

This class is for dads only—no women allowed! Taught by an experienced dad, this class offers an opportunity to talk about the joys and challenges of fatherhood, various ways to support mom through pregnancy, labor and childbirth. Hands-on practice with baby dolls helps dads learn basic baby care. Fee: FREE

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes.

Center for Women Tour (late pregnancy 28 - 35 weeks)

Thursdays 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Feb. 4, March 4, April 1, May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug. 5, Sept. 2, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2
Doctors Hospital, Clyde Burgamy Center for Women.

Tour the Center for Women to see our beautiful Labor, Delivery, Recovery, Postpartum (LDRP) rooms. Learn about our Family-Centered Maternity care program and how we will care for you and your baby together, as a couplet. If you are registered for our Nine Months and Counting classes, you will tour our facility in the “Ready and Able” series or the “Short & Sweet” weekend class. Fee: FREE

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online. This is one of many classes offered through our “Nine Months and Counting” program. Learn more about this and other classes.

ADOLESCENT CLASSES

Big Girl Now

10 a.m. to noon
Saturday, Feb. 27 & March 27
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

This class is for girls ages 9-12, along with their mothers or mentors. The changes and challenges associated with puberty and adolescence are discussed. This interactive class helps girls understand the physical and emotional issues they may experience during these sometimes trying years.

Safe Sitter Class

9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on February 20, April 24, June 19, August 28, October 2, December 4
Suite 310 of Medical Office Building One, 3623 J. Dewey Gray Circle, on the Doctors Hospital Campus.

This is a medically accurate program that teaches young people ages 11-13 safe and nurturing child care techniques, behavior management and appropriate responses to medical emergencies.

Call 706.651.BABY (2229) or register online.

COMMUNITY HEALTH SCREENINGS

Free Health Screenings

7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
March 24, June 23, Sept. 22, Dec. 8
h2u building (Medical Office Building Three on the Doctors Hospital Campus)1305 Interstate Parkway.

Get your blood pressure, total cholesterol, and glucose (blood sugar) checked for free.

Call 706-651-4343 for more information.

HEALTHY LIVING CLASSES

Weight loss surgery seminar: The Weight is Over

Thursdays 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Feb. 18, March 18, April 15, May 20, June 17, July 15, Aug. 19, Sept. 16, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 16

Saturdays 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
March 6 and May 8

h2u building (Medical Office Building Three on the Doctors Hospital Campus)1305 Interstate Parkway.

Learn more at this seminar about Laparoscopic Adjustable Gastric Banding. It is ideal for people who have been struggling with weight loss for five years or longer.

Call 706-651-LIVE (5483) to register.

 

For more information about support groups offered at Doctors Hospital of Augusta, view our Support Groups listing.