American Heart Association Family and Friends CPR Class*
Be prepared for life-threatening emergencies
This virtual CPR class is appropriate for caregivers of infants. Grandparents, siblings, nannies, babysitters and anyone else wanting to learn how to help save a life!
In this class, you will learn:
- How to perform CPR on infants
- How to care for an infant who is choking
You will watch a CPR movie and practice on infant manikins. A CPR kit will be provided. (You will need to pick up your Infant CPR kit prior to your virtual class. Infant CPR kits can be picked up at the Tahoe Forest Center for Health Mon – Fri, 8am – 6pm, located at 10833 Donner Pass Rd., Suite 102, Truckee.)
Instructor: Britte Ginty, RN, ICCE
Cost: $75/couple
*Family and Friends CPR is an orientation to CPR and is not a certifying or credentialing course. If you need certification in CPR and AED, call (877) AHA-4CPR.
Hands-on breastfeeding support for new moms and their infants! This informal support group will help you as you transition into the fourth trimester, and is provided by registered nurses, international board-certified lactation consultants, and certified lactation educators.
Kings Beach (new location!): Sierra Community House – Chris Ballin Room, 265 Bear St, Kings Beach
Mondays, 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Truckee: 10875 Pioneer Trail, 2nd floor, Truckee, CA
Fridays, 10:30 a.m. – 12 pm
Direct Lactation Line: (530) 582-3247
This program is supported by the Tahoe Forest Community Health and is offered at no cost.
Pre-Registration is recommended but not required.
Pre-Register for Mama’s Meet Up: Infant Feeding Support Group
Feed your body and baby for optimal health!
Our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists will review your health goals and any medical conditions to personalize a plan based on your needs, health concerns, activity patterns, and lifestyle. Get guidance on managing pregnancy symptoms (ie: nausea, constipation), healthy and delicious foods to meet increased nutrient needs (ie: Calcium,Vitamin D, iron, folate, Omega-3 fats), and healthy weight gain.
Learn how to meet all nutrition needs for you and your baby, and if you are breastfeeding – how to fill your plate with key nutrients that support recovery and boost your energy. Get ideas for smart food choices that are quick and easy to fit into your lifestyle as a new mother.
Individual consults start at $110 and are scheduled based on your needs. Follow ups available to stay on track throughout your new journey as a parent.
Receive evidence-based guidance on raising a healthy eater and foster a healthy relationship with food right from the start! Learn more about introducing solids to your infant, intuitive eating for kids, picky eating strategies, meal and snack ideas, and tips for managing meal time battles. Your Registered Dietitian will provide insight and support for your child’s nutrition needs. Individual consults start at $130 and follow-ups are scheduled as needed.
A pregnancy massage is a therapeutic massage that uses light pressure to help relieve pain and promote relaxation during pregnancy. It is designed to be safe for the mother and baby. You will lie on a massage table in a position that’s safe for pregnancy, such as on your side with pillows between your legs and arms. Special attention can be focused on specific areas of your body that are fatigued, painful, or need relaxation – just let your therapist know what you need most.
60 minutes $110
90 minutes $150
Our goal is to make you as prepared as possible to welcome your baby into the world!
Prepared Childbirth Class: Provides the tools you need to labor and birth naturally, with minimal intervention and/or without medication. The class covers what to expect in all the stages of labor,relaxation techniques, labor positions, breathing techniques, as well as medication, interventions,and an overview of cesarean section. Your partner/coach will learn how to support you during your birthing experience.
Topics covered:
- Third Trimester Discomforts/Danger Signs
- Signs and Stages of Labor
- Newborn Expectations from skin-to-skin, your hospital stay, and the initial days at home
- Introduction to breastfeeding
- And more!
All participants receive:
- “Understanding Childbirth” book with an online video and supportive links for additional information
- Supportive and safe environment to learn and ask questions
- Additional resources for your personal needs
Instructors: Britte Ginty, RN, ICCE and Sandy Deason, RN, LCCE
Two Schedule Options
Weekend Series (Virtual); 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Weekend Class (In-Person); 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
$125 per couple
* In-person class includes tour of the Labor & Delivery department at Tahoe Forest Hospital.
* You can schedule a virtual tour of the Labor & Delivery department at Tahoe Forest Hospital – please register for the Baby Friendly 101 class or call our office and we will sign you up! Baby Friendly classes are scheduled on a different day than your Birthing class.
* Infant CPR available for an additional cost. Please call 530-587-3769 for more information.
Pre-Registration is Required for Birthing With Confidence and Virtual Birthing With Confidence
Informing all expectant parents about birthing at Tahoe Forest Hospital.
Class includes:
- Education on Baby Friendly practices at Tahoe Forest Hospital
- Bonding with your baby during the first “magical” hour
- Rooming in to understand baby’s needs from the start
- Benefits of breastfeeding and importance of human milk
- Proper latch and transfer of milk
- Opportunity to connect with other expecting parents before delivery
Information provided by a lactation specialist
When: 2nd Tuesday of the month
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
We offer this class FREE of charge because we care about improving the health of our community.
