Programs & Events

Literacy: The Key to Family Health

December 11, 2008

Presentation by Polly Hartman, retired Children's Librarian at Bethlehem Library

At 255 Orange Street, Albany from 11:30am - 1:30pm. 

Brown bag lunch with drinks and dessert provided. 

Free and open to the public (RSVP required).

 

Child Support : Implications for the Health of Infant and Children:

October 16, 2008

Presentation by Jo Katz, attorney for the Legal Project. 

 

Listening to Mothers: The Aftermath of Cesareans

September 25, 2008
           

We examined cesarean section and its impact on babies delivered too soon, effects on initiating breastfeeding, bonding between mother and child, and chances of developing postpartum depression.   

This conference wass intended to help those who work with pregnant women and new mothers understand the potential effects of having a cesarean section. 

Keynote speaker, Dr. Eugene Declercq, Assistant Dean and Doctoral Education Professor of Maternal and Child Health at Boston University, explored the risks and reasons for cesarean section.
 
Other Featured Speakers:

• Patti Lane on the impact of cesareans on breastfeeding initiation and success
• Christie Craigie-Carter on the emotional repercussions of cesareans
• Melinda Kane on educating to reduce the cesarean rate, supporting women during cesarean recovery, and preparation for Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC)
• Panel discussion on facilitating a healthy birth.

Conference Materials

Pictures

DeClercq's Slide Presentation(PDF)

Resource Folder(PDF)

Boston Globe Article Written by Dr. Declercq

Feel free to contact us for more information.