Pediatrician Rajaraman Iyer, MD, will lead a Keeping Baby Safe and Healthy class on Wednesday, September 11, at St. Catherine Hospital Cafeteria Conference Room, 4321 Fir St., East Chicago. Dr. Iyer will address such topics as when to call...
Read MoreST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS FAMILY BIRTHING CENTER TOURS
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, August...
Read MoreST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS “LABOR BASICS”
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...
Read MoreST. CATHERINE HOSPITAL OFFERS “BREASTFEEDING BASICS”
St. Catherine’s certified lactation consultant will provide education and support for breastfeeding and pregnant moms. This class will discuss the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, techniques for breastfeeding, when to call for help and...
Read MoreSt. Catherine Hospital offers step up your PAD awareness
St. Catherine Hospital is offering a simple 15-minute screening that explains Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and checks for blockages in the leg arteries. PAD is a progressive narrowing of the arteries in the legs that can cause pain and circulation...
Read MoreLymphedema seminar offered at Franciscan Health Crown Point
CROWN POINT | A lymphedema seminar led by a certified lymphedema therapist will be at 5PM, Aug. 27 at Franciscan Health Crown Point Breast Care Center, 1201 South Main St. in Crown Point. This quarterly seminar, which is sponsored by the Franciscan...
Read MoreScreening & Monitoring Program with Community Healthcare System
Routine health screenings, blood pressure monitoring and other preventative measures provide patients and physicians with simple effective tools for maintaining good health and identifying potential health risks or conditions early on. Join Family...
Read MoreBreastfeeding Support Clinic
Please join other mothers who are breastfeeding to share experiences, ask questions and receive support. A lactation consultant will be available to assist with any breastfeeding or latch issues, and will provide infant weight checks. The group...
Read MoreBeyond the Baby Blues Support Group
Porter Regional Hospital has teamed with local organization Beyond the Baby Blues to offer parents faced with post-partum depression, anxiety or another perinatal mood disorders peer support, encouragement and understanding. The group meets on the...
Read MoreBeyond the Baby Blues Support Group
Porter Regional Hospital has teamed with local organization Beyond the Baby Blues to offer parents faced with post-partum depression, anxiety or another perinatal mood disorders peer support, encouragement and understanding. The group meets on the...
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