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Great River Health Systems offers sibling-preparation class in March

February 26, 2013 –

Great River Health Systems is offering a sibling-preparation class from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 2.

The class helps children develop realistic expectations about their new baby brother or baby sister and helps reduce anxiety about being separated from their mothers. Children ages 2 through 10 will learn how an additional child will change their families and how they can help with this adjustment. The free class includes:

•  A tour of the Obstetrics Unit, including the nursery
•  Dressing up in hospital gowns, masks and caps
•  Role-playing for children
•  Story time about having a baby

To register or receive more information, please call Great River Corporate Education at 319-768-4070, or toll-free, 866-297-9516, between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. You also may register online at www.GreatRiverMedical.org under the Classes and Events tab.