Don’t miss Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System’s January online events. Start off the New Year by making healthy changes to your diet and lifestyle. Become more comfortable preparing healthy meals for your family using FoodShare box ingredients. Expectant mothers can prepare for their childbirth experience in one of our prenatal classes. 

All online events are hosted in Microsoft Teams. You must register to receive an email link to join prior to the scheduled event date. 

Prepared Breastfeeding 

Monday, Jan. 3, 6 – 8 p.m. 
Tuesday, Jan. 18, 6 – 8 p.m. 

Online Class 

This two-hour class will help you get a healthy start to breastfeeding your newborn. Learn about milk production, feeding cues, latching techniques, milk storage and problem-solving tips for successful breastfeeding. This class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Please feel free to include your spouse or support person. Call 864-560-BABY for more information. Click on the link above to register. 

Prepared Childbirth 

Tuesday, Jan. 11, 6 – 8:30 p.m. 

Thursday, Jan. 27, 6 – 8:30 p.m. 

Online Class 

Learn everything you need to know about the childbirth process and the options available to you during pregnancy, labor and delivery. The information you learn in this comprehensive, fact-based class will help reduce your anxiety and help you have a more positive birth experience. Your spouse or support person is encouraged to participate. Call 864-560-BABY for more information. Click on the preferred date above to register.  

Table for Two — Online Breastfeeding Support Group 

Wednesday, Jan. 12, 11:30 – 12:30 p.m. 

Online Support Group 

Table for Two is a weekly, casual gathering for breastfeeding mothers to talk with other moms, discuss concerns and learn tips on breastfeeding. Attendance is encouraged after your baby is two weeks old. Call 864-560-BABY for more information. Click on the link above to register. 

Cooking up Confidence: Four-part series 

Thursday, Jan. 13 and 27, Feb. 10 and 24, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 
Online Class 

These classes are for people who want to expand their comfort with cooking. Class components include food safety and storage, cooking methods and skills, and nutrition using the contents included in FoodShare boxes. Class size is limited and a commitment to attend all four sessions is encouraged. For more information or to register, click on the link above. 

Prepared Parents: Infant Care 

Thursday, Jan. 13, 6 – 8 p.m. 
Online Class 

This class focuses on routine care for your newborn. Topics include breastfeeding, bathing, medical and safety information. Click on the date above to register. 

Heart Matters Support Group 

Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2 – 3 p.m. 
Online Support Group 

A fun and informative support group for women living with or at risk of heart disease. This month includes ways to make healthy lifestyle changes. Email dmaddux@srhs.com for more information. Click on the link above to register. 

Weight Loss Surgery Support Group 

Thursday, Jan. 20, 12 – 12:30 p.m. 
Online Support Group 

An Upstate area support group for patients in all phases of the surgical weight loss process. Network with others who have experienced similar challenges with the lifestyle changes necessary to lose weight and keep it off successfully. Click on the date above to register. 

Virtual Veg Edge 

Wednesday, Jan. 26, 12 – 1 p.m. 
Online Class 

Learn about the benefits of whole food, plant-based nutrition. This month, our guest speaker will talk about gut health and share some tips on home fermentation. Click on the link above to register. 

Weight Loss Surgery – Online Video Presentation 

Available to view anytime 
Online Video 

Is weight loss surgery right for you? This video covers detailed information about gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy weight loss surgery. The video lasts approximately 20 minutes and must be viewed in its entirety before a consultation appointment with the physician can be scheduled. If you have questions, please call 864-560-7070 for more information. To view the video, click on the link above.