Classes at Banner Desert Hospital

Family Life Education Classes for March and April



Cardon Children's Medical Center and Banner Desert Medical Center offer health education and support for you and your family. Be prepared for the challenges of parenting and of keeping your family happy, healthy and safe with these upcoming classes for spring.



Safe Babysitter Class

This class will give you the skills and confidence you need to be a wonderful babysitter! This is a must for all babysitters! This 4-hour class will provide basic information about infant and child care, safety, what to do in case of an emergency, CPR for infants and children, first aid, activity planning and behavior. For ages 11 and older. This class is taught by an RN who is a CPR certified instructor.

Dates: March 13 or April 2

Time: 12:30 – 4:30 p.m.

Cost: $35 per person

RSVP: (602) 230-CARE (2273) or online



Just for Dads

This class is a must for all first-time dads! It is led by men for men, taught by a physician who himself is an experienced father. Topics include how to be supportive through labor, creating a Dad's tool box, what to do when the baby cries, what to expect postpartum, and balancing work and family. A certified car seat installation expert will be available during the last half hour of each class to help new dads install their car seats and answer safety questions.

Date: March 31

Time: 6 – 8 p.m.

Cost: $25

RSVP: (602) 230-CARE (2273) or online



OB Sibling Adjustment Class

An interactive class designed to help siblings prepare for the arrival of a new baby. We will read a story, sing a song and make a craft. The children will learn, with the help of a doll, about holding, gentle touch, feeding, diapering and safety. An adult must attend the class with the child/children; recommend for ages 3-9.

Date: April 9

Time: 10 a.m. – Noon

Cost: $20

RSVP: (602) 230-CARE (2273) or online



Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Class

This class is recommended for parents, grandparents, and caregivers. You will learn current CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) techniques for both infants and children, what to do if a child is choking and basic first aid. You will learn through instruction and hands-on practice with infant and child mannequins. This class is taught by an RN who is a certified CPR instructor. Note: A CPR course completion card is not issued for this class.

Date: April 13

Time: 6 - 8 p.m.

Cost: $20 per person

RSVP: (602) 230-CARE (2273) or online

All classes will be held at the Rosati Education Center on the campus of Banner Desert Medical Center, located at 1400 S. Dobson Road in Mesa.

Register for classes by calling (602) 230-CARE (2273). Class size is limited.

Questions: Call the Prenatal Education program manager, 480-412-5292.
Find a Class or Physician or call 602-230-CARE (2273)
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1400 S. Dobson Road

Mesa, AZ 85202

www.BannerHealth.com/Desert

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