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Birth Expectations: The Facts & More

This class teaches soon-to-be parents what to expect before, during and after childbirth. The class was designed by your physician to help you be comfortable with hospital and physician routines. This class is complete in 3 sessions, including a tour at the hospital of your choice.

• Who Should Attend: New expectant parents
• Fee: $ 35

• Place:

  • Sessions 1 & 2 meet at 220 Lyncrest Drive
  • Session 3 meets at the hospital
• What to Bring: OB notebook & your pillow
• Date/Time for 2012:
• Sundays, 1:00-3:30pm
• January 8 & 15
• February 26 & March 4
• April 15 & 22
• June 3 & 10
• July 22 & 29
• September 9 & 16
• October 28 & November 4
• Thursdays, 7:00-9:30pm
• January 12 & 19
• March 1 & 8
• April 19 & 26
• June 7 & 14
• July 26 & August 2
• September 13 & 20
• November 1 & 8

Baby 101

Participants of this class will learn about adjusting to life with a newborn including the basics of baby care and postpartum adjustments. Discussion topics include:

• Who Should Attend:
• Expectant parents, grandparents and those caring for your infant. **Attendance is recommended after week 20 of pregnancy.
• Fee: $ 15
• Place: 220 Lyncrest Drive
• What to Bring: Snack if desired
• Date/Time for 2012
• Tuesday, 6:30-9:30 pm
• January 10
• February 28
• April 17
• May 22
• June 12
• July 24
• September 11
• October 30
• November 27
• For questions, contact Sally, 434-3376

Breastfeeding

This 2-1/2 hour class is designed to offer information on starting to breastfeed. In addition to the classroom information, assistance is always available at the Clinic as you and your baby learn to breastfeed.

• Who Should Attend:
• Expectant mothers who plan to breastfeed
• **Attendance is recommended after week 20 of pregnancy
• Fee: $ 10
• Place: 220 Lyncrest Drive
• Date/Time for 2012:
• Saturday, 9:00-11:30 am
• January 28
• March 17
• April 21
• June 2
• July 14
• August 25
• October 6
• December 1

What is a Nurse Practitioner?

A nurse practitioner (NP) is a registered nurse (RN) with advanced academic and clinical experience, which enables her to diagnose and manage most common and many chronic illnesses. This education includes advanced nursing and selected medical studies including intensive clinical experience specific to the nurse practitioner's area of practice, such as women's health care. In the state of Nebraska, nurse practitioners have the ability to prescribe medications to patients. Working in collaboration with your physician, a nurse practitioner provides high-quality, cost-effective, and individualized care for the lifespan of patient's special needs.

Nurse practitioners practice under rules and regulations developed by state boards of nursing. In addition, nurse practitioners may be nationally certified. They must meet competency standards and continue education requirements. Standards of practice are defined and monitored by professional nursing organizations.

Most insurance companies now pay for the services of nurse practitioners. The type of insurance you have will determine what type of services are covered. If you are unsure of your coverage, you can contact your insurance company and they will be able to assist you. However, some health services are not reimbursable regardless of whether they are provided by a nurse practitioner or physician.

Nurse practitioners care for basically healthy women with typical health care needs. They focus on well-being and preventing health problems. The high quality of care provided by nurse practitioners is well known. Consumer and government studies have shown that nurse practitioners are skilled clinicians and patient educators.

Our nurse practitioners believe in your right to know and make informed choices about your health.

Nurse practitioners are qualified to provide you with many health services, including minor illnesses or injuries, and will refer you to a physician if a serious health problem is discovered. Our nurse practitioners can provide many services to you including: