December Newsletter

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We have set up this Group to give our friends access to current
happenings here at the birth center and also to sign up to receive
newsletters. This is a free site and will not add junk mail to your
account, so sign up today!

Childbirth Classes:
There will be childbirth classes beginning in January for patients of
Valley Birthplace. This is a short two session course emphasizing
coping skills for labor. These courses will be given by Nikki Lee, Rn,
IBCLC, who is a childbirth educator and lactation consultant. Call
Abbie to reserve a space and obtain additional information.

Child Safety:
www.recalls.org is a non-profit organization dedicated to disseminating
recalls from Federal, State and Local resources to the public. They
provide information not only for children's products but also other
items and we encourage everyone to take advantage of this valuable
resource.

Soda "Pops" Nutritional Value:
Children who drink soda may be receiving less vitamins and minerals. A
study in November 2000 from Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine found
that soda consumption among children has risen 41% between 1989-1991
and 1994-1995. Soda has replaced milk or juice, our leading sources of
vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin A, Calcium, and Magnesium.

We wish all of you a safe and happy holiday season. Thank you to
everyone who has sent us holiday cards and greetings. We enjoy seeing
how all our babies have grown. We look forward to seeing all of you in
2006.

The Valley Birthplace Staff