Meriter Classes and Events

Registration fee includes 2 people. A lactation expert offers support and advice to help you learn pumping options. The class will include discussion regarding equipment, collection, storage, introducing a bottle, and strategies for continuing to breastfeed after returning to work. Babies and support persons are welcome. We suggest that you complete a breastfeeding class before taking this class.

This class is eligible for reimbursement through Physicians Plus, Group Health Cooperative and Unity Health Plans.

If you have further questions, please call the Women's Health Education Department at (608)417-8446.

Additional Information
To get you off to the best-possible start, we provide you with "A Guide to your New Family's First Weeks", a booklet written by the healthcare professionals at Meriter, that answers the questions you'll have during your first weeks home. The booklet is discussed during this class. Click here to download the booklet! Please note the PDF file is quite large, so it may take a while to open.

Journaling is commonly used in chronic pain management, recovery programs and adult learning, but journaling can also be used as a prevention tool. Proactive health journaling helps women translate personal reflection and feedback into actions that increase well-being by becoming in tune with physical messages our body give us and by using self-care techniques.

The insights gained from proactive health journaling - combined with creative self-care techniques and awareness of local health resources - can truly improve the quality of life and health for women!

The everywoman's journal workshop will cover five areas:  nourishing awareness; scattered loss, relating to life, respectful caring, and pure joy.

Participants of this 2 hour workshop will receive a specially-designed journal, guidebook, pen and health resource information.

For more information, please call the Women's Health Education Department at (608) 417-8446.

Prenatal Exercise Featuring Aquatic and Land-based Exercise!
Experience Exercise for Two, a prenatal class that blends aquatic and land-based exercise! Mom and baby will both benefit from the soothing 82 degree water during a low-impact cardiovascular workout. Water combines buoyancy and natural resistance for a safe and effective exercise program. Bring your swimsuit and towel. Aqua shoes and/or flip-flops are optional.

Instructor
Exercise for Two is taught by Beth Triller and Courtney Wall-Crombie. Beth and Courtney both come from a Physical Therapy background as Therapy Aides and both are American College of Sports Medicine Personal Trainers and hold Moms in Motion Specialty Certifications through SCW Fitness Education.

Beth and Courtney are employees of the Capitol Lakes Retirement Community, teaching this class on behalf of Meriter. They enjoy teaching many types of fitness activities to all ages. Beth and Courtney are both high energy and caring instructors who strive to keep their students motivated during class while having fun along the way.

Cost and Schedule
Exercise for Two is offered at a choice of two days and times.

Session A: Monday and Wednesday 6-7:30 p.m. Courtney Wall-Crombie
Session B: Tuesday and Thursday from 5:30-7 p.m. Beth Triller

Attendees register for 16 sessions, which are held over 8 weeks. The cost for 16 sessions (8-week program) is $130. Before your first class, the instructor will schedule a one-time assessment with you, which costs $40. If you have insurance through Physicians Plus or Unity you may be eligible for fee reimbursement.

Location
Exercise for Two is held in the Aquatic & Wellness Center of the Capitol Lakes Retirement Community. Capitol Lakes is located at 333 W. Main Street in downtown Madison. Free parking is available across the street.

Registering
Online registration is not available for this class. To register, call (608) 283-2045.

First-time prospective grandparents or those in need of a refresher can attend a comprehensive class, designed to cover all updates in infant care and safety.   Learn about the new recommendations for Safe Infant Sleep, car seat use, advice on infant feeding, and tips on grandparenting from near or far.   Be prepared for the newest arrival to your family tree! This class is especially designed for grandparents and grandparents-to-be only.

Questions? Call Women's Health Education at 608.417.8446

Does your child struggle with poor handwriting or difficulty copying sentences from the board? Meriter is offering a handwriting workshop for children in grades 2-3. This class includes focus on fine-motor skills and upper extremity coordination necessary for handwriting. Activities focus on upper body strength and stability, hand-eye coordination, visual motor integration, trunk stability and midline control. These areas of focus are the building blocks needed for successful handwriting. Each week new activities will be introduced to carry over at home. The workshop is planned and lead by licensed pediatric occupational therapists with certification in sensory integration, advanced training in visual-vestibular integration, sensory integration and the development of hand function and hand use in children and adolescents. Classes will have a ratio of one therapist to four children and run for 50 minutes with a ten-minute question and answer session at the end. Your child must be able to participate independently in a group setting. Please feel free to contact the Department Secretary at (608)417.6550 with any questions.

Handwriting: The Basics featured in the Wisconsin State Journal 9/13/10: 

http://host.madison.com/wsj/news/local/education/local_schools/article_fd3f84a0-be9e-11df-b703-001cc4c002e0.html?mode=story

Does your child struggle with poor handwriting or difficulty copying sentences from the board? Meriter is offering a handwriting workshop for children in grades 4-5. This class includes focus on fine-motor skills and upper extremity coordination necessary for handwriting. Activities focus on upper body strength and stability, hand-eye coordination, visual motor integration, trunk stability and midline control. These areas of focus are the building blocks needed for successful handwriting. Each week new activities will be introduced to carry over at home. The workshop is planned and lead by licensed pediatric occupational therapists with certification in sensory integration, advanced training in visual-vestibular integration, sensory integration and the development of hand function and hand use in children and adolescents. Classes will have a ratio of one therapist to four or five children and run for 50 minutes with a ten-minute question and answer session at the end of each class. Your child must be able to participate independently in a group setting. Please feel free to contact the Department Secretary at (608)417.6550 with any questions.

This course covers skills for infants from birth to one year old:
• Infant CPR (compressions and breaths)
• Infant choking relief

This brief course is ideal for parents, grandparents, caregivers and others interested in learning how to save an infant’s life.
Note: Infant is 0-12 months old.  No course completion card.

Questions? Please call: 608-227-2292

This class is offered through our partner, Center for Nursing Excellence. To view the class schedule and register, please visit: http://www.NursingSimLab.com.

An interactive mom and baby class where baby is incorporated into yoga poses. Mom will experience gentle strengthening, stretching, and bonding with her baby. No experience necessary. Babies are welcome to nurse, snack, nap, or play with toys. Designed for babies up to 1 year old. This is a 6-week program.


This class is eligible for reimbursement through Physicians Plus and Unity Health Plans.

For further questions, call (608) 417-8446.

Mother Baby Hour is a time for first-time moms and their babies to get together to ask questions, express concerns, learn about resources and share stories.  Join us as soon as you are ready to venture out with your newborn. You will find a very baby friendly atmosphere where feeding, fussy and diaper changes are all welcome! A Nurse Educator facilitates the group and offers a weekly topic.

Mother Baby Hour for 0-3 Month Olds meets on Tuesdays or Thursdays from 1:00pm - 2:00pm.

 Click here for more details about this class and for location.

Please register below or call the Women's Health Education Department at (608)417-8446 to register before attending your first session. 

Mother Baby Hour is a time for first-time moms and their babies to get together to ask questions, express concerns, learn about resources and share stories. Continue on with Mother Baby Hour or join in now.  Not only will you enjoy the other moms, but your baby will start to enjoy the other babies! A Nurse Educator facilitates the group and offers a weekly topic.

Mother Baby Hour for 3-6 Month Olds meets on Thursdays from 11:00am - 12:00pm.

Mother Baby Hour is eligible for reimbursement through Physicians Plus, Group Health Cooperative and Unity Health Plans.

 Click here for more details about this class and for location.

Please register below or call the Women's Health Education Department at (608)417-8446 to register before attending your first session. 

Your baby is continuing to grow, change, and learn new skills!  Join our group of moms and babies as you prepare for this exciting, active stage of your baby’s development!  Topics include presentations on reading with your baby, enjoying music together, and safety in public and at home.

Mother Baby Hour for 6-9 Month Olds meets on Tuesdays from 11:00am - 12:00pm.

Mother Baby Hour is eligible for reimbursement through Physicians Plus, Group Health Cooperative and Unity Health Plans.

Click here for more details about this class and for location.

Please register below or call the Women's Health Education Department at (608)417-8446 to register before attending your first session. 

Does your child over-react to the sensation of clothing, physical contact, light, sound, food, or other sensory input?
Does your child show little or no reaction to stimulation, even pain or extreme hot and cold? 

They may be suffering from a sensory processing disorder – when information is not taken in or interpreted accurately.  This can result in problems with daily functioning, social relationships, behavioral challenges, regulating emotions, self-esteem, and learning. 

Meriter Hospital is offering a class to help parents and caregivers navigate the world of sensory processing.  You will learn helpful strategies to make each day a positive experience and help your child gain a sense of control in their daily life.  The class will be led by a pediatric occupational therapist and there will be a pediatric case manager available to provide information on community resources.  This FREE class will be offered 4 times a year for any caregiver/parent/guardian.

April 18, 2013

August 8, 2013

October 17, 2013
 
Time:  6:30-8:30 pm

Location: Meriter Hospital, 2 North

202 S. Park Street

Pregnant and wondering if you are getting all of the nutrients you and your baby need?  Then join us in our Perinatal Nutrition class and learn how and what to eat for a healthful pregnancy!  During this class you will get a personalized evaluation of your eating habits and develop a healthy eating plan.  You will examine strategies to help you continue with healthy eating and also discuss keys to good nutrition for the post-partum period.

This class is eligible for reimbursement through Physicians Plus and Unity Health Plans.

If you have further questions, please call the Women's Health Education Department at (608) 417-8446.

Are you looking for a pediatrician to be your family’s healthcare partner? Our Meriter Medical Group physicians would be honored to be considered during your search. Click here to learn how to set up a free meet and greet session.

If you are limited on time but want information with some hands-on practice, Meriter's Weekend Class is for you. Prepare for your personal childbirth journey with us. Share your thoughts, concerns and questions. Learn about labor and birth, pain-coping practices, how dad/partners can help, options for medications and decision-making skills for a fulfilling and confident birth experience. We recommend also enrolling in Baby's First Weeks and Basics of Breastfeeding. It is strongly recommended that you register for and complete a tour of the Birthing Center prior to taking your Weekender class!

Important Class Information

• Bring 2 pillow and 2 blankets or mats to this class.
• It is recommended that you beging classes after your first trimester is complete and plan to finish your classes at least 3 weeks before your due date.
• Registration fee includes 2 people.
• Having children or extra people attending these classes is prohibited due to the graphic content of some instructional material and dialog, as well as the partner-specific activites. 
• This class is eligible for reimbursement through Physicians Plus and Unity Health Plans. 
• This class does not include a tour of the Birthing Center. You must register in advance and separately for tours of the Birthing Center.

If you have further questions, please contact the Women's Health Education Department at (608)417-8446.


Additional Information
Are you looking for a pediatrician to be your family’s healthcare partner? Our Meriter Medical Group physicians would be honored to be considered during your search. Click here to learn how to set up a free meet and greet session.

Hundreds of times each day, in hospitals and communities around the world, newly born infants become ill and require specialized care. Each member of the health care team—nurses, physicians, therapists and assistants—must know what to do for the sick infant. Their care must be provided in a timely, efficient, anticipatory, and effective manner. This early transitional care affects not only the immediate health of the infant, but also the infant’s long-term outcome. The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program was developed to meet the educational needs of health care providers who must deliver this important stabilization care. S.T.A.B.L.E. education is critical to the mission to reduce infant mortality and morbidity and to improve the future health of children and their families.

S.T.A.B.L.E. is the most widely distributed and implemented neonatal education program to focus exclusively on the post-resuscitation/pre-transport stabilization care of sick infants.

Who Should Attend?
All members of the newborn healthcare team: RNs working in mother/baby units; labor & delivery; nursery and postpartum; nurse midwives; physicians: pediatricians, family medicine, hospitalists, midlevel providers; respiratory therapists, and others.

S.T.A.B.L.E program - Initial certification course; 9-hours duration; didactic with skills practice sessions and simulation scenarios address the six assessment and care modules:

• Sugar & Safe Care
• Temperature
• Airway
• Blood Pressure
• Lab Work
• Emotional Support

Click here to download the registration form.

Kids have an innate drive to make friends and interact with their peers but may need help to develop positive relationships.  Meriter is offering a class to target and expand social skills for children in 6^th-8^th grade with the guidance of an Occupational Therapist and a Speech Therapist.  The class will build the foundational skills necessary to make and maintain successful social relationships.  Sessions will target basic conversational skills, regulation of emotions, strategies to promote positive engagement with peers, and build friendships. Each week new activities will be introduced to carry over at home. Class will meet 2 times per week for 4 weeks.

Cost for the 4 week class (8 sessions) is $400.  No prescription is needed. 

Grades 6-8 will take place Tuesdays and Thursdays 3-4 pm

Summer Class is July 9 – August 1, 2013

This class is designed for expectant couples meeting our water birth project criteria. This registration criteria includes being at least 35 weeks pregnant and having prior discussion with your birth provider about having a water birth.  Meriter's educators discuss the benefits of water birth, safety strategies, comfort measures, pain management and ways your partner can support you during the birth. This class is specific to water birth and does not take the place of other Childbirth Education programming.

 Partners are included with registration.

Having children or extra people attending these classes is prohibited due to the graphic content of some instructional material and dialog, as well as the partner-specific activities.  

If you need more information about this program, please contact Meriter's Women's Health Administration at (608) 417-8446.

This class is offered for Spanish speaking expectant couples at Community ACCESS. To register for this Spanish option, please call: (608) 443-5559.

Join our certified Kundalini yoga instructor, Rebekka, for a fresh and personalized mid-day wellness retreat. From 11:45 am - 12:30 pm, you will experience a blend of breathwork, movement, stretching and meditation.
Kriyas, or yoga exercise sets, are designed to gently revive bodily systems, increase energy, enhance immunity and release stress.  You will learn easy-to-achieve poses for strength, flexibility, and balance

These classes are created to match each student's personal fitness level and need. Everyone is welcome.
Please bring a mat or thick towel and dress comfortably.

Directions to the Meriter Business Center: From the Beltline (12/18), take Rimrock Road South, go through two sets of stoplights, and take a right onto 89th Degree Street.  At the stop sign, turn left onto Novation Parkway and take the first entrance into the parking lot on the right.  The address is 2650 Novation Parkway.  Free visitor parking and the main lobby entrance are marked near the middle of the building.  Yoga sessions are held in the first room to your left as you enter the Meriter Business Center.

This class is eligible for reimbursement through Physicians Plus and Unity Health Plans.

If you have further questions, please contact the Women's Health Education Department at (608)417-8446.