Upcoming classes and events at CoxHealth

Tuesday, February 10

Fatherhood: Basic Training, Suite 100, Turner Center, 1000 E Primrose, Springfield, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Expectant fathers learn infant basics from a seasoned father and professional. Topics: becoming a dad, forming a new family, birth and bonding, and caring for new mom and baby. For men only. Cost is $20 unless you have purchased a package for $85, allowing you to take as many classes as you want for one price. To purchase a package or register, call 417-269-LADY.

Prepared Childbirth: 2-night class, Suite 406, CoxHealth Outpatient Center, 545 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Learn what to expect during childbirth and more in this two-session class. Plan to attend during the last month of pregnancy. Cost is $50. Register by calling 417-348-8313.
Siblings class, Room C, Cox Monett Hospital, 801 N. Lincoln Ave., Monett, 6 – 7 p.m. Siblings learn how to assist with the care of a newborn. Register by calling 417-354-1COX (1269).

Wednesday, February 11

BabySense, Foster Auditorium, Cox Medical Center South, 3801 S. National, Springfield, 6 – 9 p.m. Valuable information on basic baby care and safety, including bathing, diapering, baby proofing your home, car seat safety and more. Cost is $25 unless you have purchased a package for $85, allowing you to take as many classes as you want for one price. To purchase a package or register, call 417-269-LADY.

Craft Sale, Cafeteria meeting rooms A and B, Cox Medical Center South, 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. A portion of the proceeds benefits Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Diabetes Education, Suite 102, CoxHealth Diabetes and Endocrinology, 1150 State Hwy 248, Branson, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. For Medicaid and uninsured patients. Learn how to manage diabetes. Call 417-348-8447 to register.

Thursday, February 12

$6 Jewelry and More Sale, Cafeteria meeting rooms A and B, Cox Medical Center South, 3801 S. National, Springfield, 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. (Thursday and Friday). Jewelry, watches, scarves, wallets and more. A portion of the proceeds benefits CoxHealth Auxiliary.

Breastfeeding basics, Suite 130, The Turner Center, 1000 E. Primrose, Springfield, 6 – 8 p.m. Learn nutritional and emotional advantages of breastfeeding and how to breastfeed. Plan to attend during the last two months of pregnancy. This class costs $25 unless you have purchased a package for $85, which allows you to take as many classes as you want for one price. To purchase a package, call 269-LADY.

Explain Pain, Conference room A, 801 N. Lincoln Ave., Monett, 12 – 1:15 p.m. Learn how the brain interprets pain, how the body copes and self-management techniques. Call 417-269-INFO (4636) to register.

Parenting Strategies for the Real World, Room C300, Cox North Hospital, 1423 N. Jefferson, Springfield, 5:30 – 6 :30 p.m. Learn real world parenting strategies. Call 417-269-3275 to register.

Friday, February 13

Diabetes Self-Management Education, Room A, Cox Monett Hospital, 801 N. Lincoln Ave, Monett, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Insurance and Medicare accepted. Grant money available for Medicaid and self-pay. Call 417-354-1280 to register.

Partner Yoga Workshop, CoxHealth Fitness Center, 711 E. Miller Rd., Republic, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Couples relieve stress and grow closer together through partner yoga poses and relaxation. $15 ($10 for fitness center members and CoxHealth employees). Call 417-269-3282 to register.

Sewing Day, Fountain Plaza Room, Cox North Hospital, 1423 N. Jefferson, Springfield, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Help make heart pillows for patients who’ve had open heart surgery, eye pillows and blankets for children in the hospital. Supplies are furnished by CoxHealth Auxiliary. Call 417-269-3169 to register.

Saturday, February 14

Partner Yoga Workshop, CoxHealth Fitness Center, inside the Meyer Center for Wellness and Rehabilitation, 3545 S. National, Springfield, 9 – 10:30 a.m. Couples relieve stress and grow closer together through partner yoga poses and relaxation. $15 ($10 for fitness center members and CoxHealth employees). Call 417-269-3282 to register.

Monday, February 16

Changing your Course, CoxHealth Center for Health Improvement, inside the CoxHealth Surgery Center, 960 E. Walnut Lawn, Springfield, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Nutrition-focused class for anyone with pre-diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol or high triglycerides. Call 417-269-4847 to register.

TIPS (Tobacco Free Individualized Program), Suite 230, CoxHealth Surgery Center, 960 E. Walnut Lawn, Springfield, 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. If you have quit using tobacco products, or almost quit, this group is for you. Support others and learn how to stay tobacco-free. Join anytime. Class is free.

Tuesday, February 17

Surgical Weight Loss Seminar, Foster Auditorium, Cox Medical Center South, 3801 S. National, Springfield, 5:30 – 7 p.m. Learn about surgical weight loss options. Free to attend. Call 417-875-3593 to RSVP.