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Tuesdays Together
The Part of MenopauseWe Don’t Talk About
Tuesday, September 19, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
We bemoan our hot flashes andcommiserate over our insomnia.But many of us don’t talk aboutmenopause and its effects onsexuality and desire. What’s normal?Learn more about desire andintimacy as we age. Free.
Presenter: Linda Schwallie, RN, LMFT,LPC, Prevea Health
Massage Basics
Tuesday, October 17, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
There’s nothing like a good backrubor foot massage at the endof a long day. Nothing can take theplace of a massage by a certifiedmassage therapist. But there aresome simple things you can do tohelp your loved ones feel better.Bring a friend or spouse. Free.
Presenter: Lynnee Schmidt, certifiedmassage therapist, St. Mary’s Hospital
Internet Safety
Tuesday, October 10, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
The Internet is a wonderful tool.It opens a whole new world ofpossibilities. But the Internet alsocan be a dangerous place. Learnhow to protect your privacy andkeep your children safe.
Presenter: Deputy Flannery, BrownCounty Sheriff’s Department
So What’s the Rush?
Tuesday, October 24, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Does the sound of running watersend you running for the rest room?Urge incontinence, sometimescalled overactive bladder, is acommon complaint. Take a simpleassessment and learn what youcan do to control the symptoms.
Presenters: Jennifer Burns, MD, PreveaHealth; and Sara Ehlert, PT, St. Mary’sHospital
Simple Ways to MakeYour Recipes Healthier
Tuesday, November 14, 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Your favorite stroganoff recipe maybe “to die for” but not worth sabotagingyour diet. With a few smallchanges many of your favorite recipescan fit into a healthy lifestyleand still taste great! Sample a fewand bring along a favorite recipe tolearn how to modify yours. Free.
Presenter: Jean Bouche, RD, St. Mary’sClinical Nutrition
Get-Togethers
Intro to T’ai Chi
Wednesday, September 13 or 20,6:30 to 8 p.m.
T’ai chi is a series of slow, relaxedmovements that helps integratebody, mind, and spirit. Experienceit for yourself. Wear comfortableclothing. Free.
Presenter: Mary Kaminski, t’ai chi instructor
Keep Your Bones Strong andHealthy
Thursdays, September 14, 21, and 28,6:30 to 8 p.m.
If you’ve been diagnosed withosteoporosis or osteopenia or arejust interested in learning aboutwhat you can do to prevent boneloss, consider this three-sessionclass. You’ll learn about diet, medicalmanagement, medication,and exercise, and how they relateto bone density from a team ofexperts from St. Mary’s Hospitaland Prevea Clinic.
Presenters: Thomas Berg, RPh; JeanBouche, RD; Sara Ehlert, PT; DeborahYoung, PTA; and Michelle Cullen, APNP
Fee: $25
everywoman’s journalingProgram
Tuesday, September 26, 1 to 3:30 p.m.or 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Keeping a journal helps us learnhow our mental and physicalhealth is affected by our bodies’responses to all kinds of life experiences.Receive a free journal,pen, and guidebook on how tojournal proactively. A program ofthe Wisconsin Women’s HealthFoundation (WWHF) RuralWomen’s Health Network. Spaceis limited. Free.
Presenters: WWHF Journal Facilitators
Feldenkrais: Awareness ThroughMovement
Mondays, October 9, 16, and 23, 1 to 2p.m. or 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Attend the Feldenkrais series tobecome more in tune with habitualmovement patterns and learnnew options to improve coordination,relaxation, and flexibility.Loose clothing, blanket/mat, andtwo towels required.
Presenter: Michelle Vine, physical therapist,St. Mary’s Hospital Rehabilitation
Fee: $36 for three-class series
T’ai Chi Series
Wednesdays, October 18 throughNovember 22, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Get all the benefits of t’ai chi:exercise, muscle toning, relaxation,balance, increased concentration,and more in this class. Wear comfortableclothing.
Fee: $50 for six sessions
Presenter: Mary Kaminski, t’ai chi instructor
Educational HealthScreenings
Bone Density Screening
Tuesday, September 12, 9 a.m. to noon,by appointment
A simple test that uses ultrasoundto measure the bone density of yourheel can help you learn whetheryou may be at risk of developingosteoporosis. While this is not adiagnostic exam, a health care professionalwill discuss the resultsand answer your questions. Recommendedfor women age 40 and older.
Fee: $15 per person
Cardiovascular Assessment
Thursdays, by appointment
This assessment will measure yourblood pressure, heart rate, cholesterollevels, fasting blood sugar,C-reactive protein, body mass index,EKG, and other factors to determineyour 10-year risk of developingheart disease. A cardiac registerednurse will review the resultswith you. A 12-hour fast is required.
Fee: $40. Scholarships are available.
Healthy Families
Girl Talk
Saturday, September 23 or November 11,9 a.m. to noon
This program is for girls ages 10 to12 and their mothers or othersignificant female adults. Focus ison changes that occur as a girlmatures. Topics include growingup, menstruation, communication,and friendship. Mothers anddaughters separate for part of theprogram—girls do a craft activitywhile moms meet for a discussion.
Presenters: Sue Costello, MS, Women’sHealth Educator/St. Mary’s Hospital; andKathleen Ross, MS, YWCA
Fee: $15 per family
CPR for Family and Friends
Monday, October 2, noon to 3 p.m.This class is designed for familymembers of individuals whoare at risk for sudden cardiacdeath, new parents, grandparents,and other laypeople who wantto learn rescue skills for their lovedones. Adult, child, and infantCPR are covered. There is nowritten exam and you will receivea participation card.
Fee: $30 per person, which includesthe book
Parenting Your Preschooler
Mondays, October 9 through 30, 6:30to 8 p.m.
The healthy relationships youcreate with your preschooler canlast a lifetime. Learn the importanceof listening to yourchildren, dealing with their feelings,and gaining their cooperation.Space is limited.
Presenter: Jodi Kaftan, MS, Director,St. Mary’s Early Childhood Center
Fee: $30. Includes the book How to TalkSo Kids Will Listen and Listen So KidsWill Talk
It’s a Girl’s Life. Lead It!
Saturday, October 21, 10 a.m. to noon atA Woman’s Place
This program is for girls ages 10to 14 and their mothers/guardians.Topics include defining healthyrelationships, dealing with peerpressure, building conflict-resolutionskills, increasing self-esteem,identifying stress and depression,understanding eating disorders,and tips on personal hygiene fora changing body. Register byWednesday, October 11 by calling
Presenters: Sharon Finlay, MA;and Christine Streno, Girl Scouts of LacBaie Council
Fee: $20 per family
Fertility Awareness
By appointment
Learn the physical and emotionalsigns of fertility and infertilityand how to chart female fertilitypatterns and cycles. Open tocouples and individual women.
Presenter: Sue Costello, MS, Women’sHealth Educator/St. Mary’s Hospital
Fee: $10 per couple
Support andEncouragement
Look Good … Feel Better
Mondays, September 11, October 2,November 6, and December 4, 5:30 to8:30 p.m.
As a national American CancerSociety (ACS) public serviceprogram, Look Good … FeelBetter helps women receivingcancer treatments learn howto manage appearance-relatedside effects. Free.
Elizabeth Ministry
Elizabeth Ministry offers companionshipand support towomen during times of personalcrisis. Women are assigned avolunteer partner who has gonethrough a similar experience.The volunteer provides friendshipand emotional support. Call SueCostello, MS, Women’s HealthEducator/St. Mary’s Hospital, at
Family BirthingCenter Classes
St. Mary’s Family BirthingCenter offers classes, too!
- Lamaze
- Sibling
- Meet the CertifiedNurse Midwife
- Breast-Feeding
- Infant Massage
- Infant Care
Call A Woman’s Place formore information at
Class Cancellations: In the event a class must be cancelled, registrants willbe notified in advance and an appropriate credit or refund will be issued.
Credit Policy: Individual class credits will be issued if A Woman’s Placecancels a class or you have a valid medical excuse from a doctor. Classcredits must be used within six months of the cancellation date.
Refund Policy: Full refunds will be given only if A Woman’s Place cancelsa class. A $10 processing fee will be charged for any exceptions.