Free Breast Feeding Classes

Did you know that the Utah County Health Department offers free breastfeeding classes through the WIC program? These classes are offered in the evenings on Wednesdays and once a month in the afternoon on Fridays. The class is open to anyone from pregnant & breastfeeding mothers to those who just want to learn more about breastfeeding.

*If you are breastfeeding or pregnant don't forget to bring a support person, your mother, husband, sister or a friend. The classes are taught at  151 S University Ave room 2601, Provo.

Here is the schedule for the next few months. This is a wonderful resource and we hope to see you there!

Schedule for Classes


Wednesday Night Classes @ 6:00pm
Feb 29th
March 14th, 21st, 28th
April 11th, 18th, 25th
May 2nd, 9th, 16th, 30th

Friday Afternoon Classes @ 1:00pm
March 9th
April 6th
May 18th

Sing & read with PBS Kids Mr. Steve!

If you and your children like to read, sing and play games we have something for you!

Mr. Steve from PBS Kids will be here in Utah County this Thursday and Friday, March 1 and March 2, 2012.

The event is FREE but tickets are limited, please reserve them HERE through KBYU TV channel 11. 

Give Kids a Smile Day!

 

Give Kids a Smile Day is a national program offering free dental work to children from low income families. Utah is celebrating throughout the state on Saturday February 25. 

In Utah County the event will be held at the Utah County College of Dental Hygiene located at: 1176 S 1480 W Orem, UT.  To find out more or to donate to a great cause (100% of donations go directly to helping children receive free dental care) check out their webpage http://givekidsasmile.wordpress.com/. 

Babies and RSV

I don't know about you but this winter hasn't felt much like winter to me. With the warm weather and sunshine it's easy to forget cold/flu season is in full swing and it's important to protect ourselves and the little ones in our lives. A common illness that spreads easily is RSV. In fact, most children will catch RSV at least once before their 2nd birthday. For babies that are healthy and strong, the infection will last 1-2 weeks, for those babies at higher risk of serious infection it often can lead to hospitalization and complications.
* Remember anyone can catch and spread RSV but with a little know how you can reduce the risk of infection for your children.

                                                    

  

         

          What it RSV?

1. RSV is a virus that attacks the respiratory system including the lungs and breathing passages.
2. Anyone can catch and spread RSV  
3. RSV is the most common cause of bronchiolitis (inflammation of the small airways in the lung) and pneumonia in children under 1 year of age in the United States.     CDC.GOV/RSV

          Common Symptoms for Babies

• Fever above 100.4 degrees in infants younger than 3 months 
• Bluish lips or fingertips
• Coughing
• Wheezing
• Trouble breathing
• Rapid breathing
• Gasping for breath

Remember that depending on what part of the respiratory system is attacked RSV can show up as a common cold,  bronchiolitis, or pneumonia but it is equally contagious.

How do I protect my baby from RSV?

• Wash your hands well before holding or touching your baby
• Keep your baby's toys, clothes, bedding and crib rails clean
• Don't share your baby's pacifiers, bottles, toys, or utensils
• Don't smoke or allow others to smoke around your baby
• Keep your baby away from anyone with a cold or fever

Information taken from CDC.GOV and a handout from MedImmune, LLC

Want to see where Utah's numbers are for cases of RSV? Click here

Welcome Baby Utah County Blog

We are very excited to introduce our new blog! 

Our hope is to offer:

Up to date information on our programs and classes

Provide educational resources

Bring three of our nursing programs together in one place 

Welcome Baby, Baby Your Baby, 

& 

CHEC (Childrens Health, Evaluation and Care) 

Each offer unique services to families in Utah County. 

Please feel free to comment and offer suggestions for topics and information you may need.*

*We reserve the right to delete or edit comments we feel provide incorrect or harmful information, use profanity or demeaning language, or promote practices inconsistent with current Health Department and health care provider recommendations.

Immunization Clinics in February

During the month of February there will be 3 immunization clinics serving Nebo School District. The clinics are open to all. Please remember to bring immunization records and insurance information.


Feb 7, 2012            Taylor Elementary in Payson

Feb 9, 2012            Park Elementary in Spanish Fork  

Feb 23, 2012          Westside Elementary in Springville

3:00pm-5:30pm

Flu Shots
All ages
Billed to insurance
$10 for those w/o insurance or where insurance will not pay

7th Grade TDap (Tetanus & Pertussis)
Billed to insurance
$14 for those w/o insurance or where insurance will not pay

Kindergarten immunizations available. If your insurance does not pay for childhood immunizations only Flu and TDap can be provided at the clinics.

The following will be accepted:

Medicaid/Medicare                                    Humana/Choice Care
Select Health/ CHIP                                  PEHP
United Healthcare                                     Altius
Blue Cross Blue Shield                              DMBA
Educators Mutual                                     No insurance