Come to the meet and greet with the midwives at Bay Area Maternity who will describe the practice in detail and answer any questions that you have! This 1-hour In Person group session is ideal for families seeking midwifery services from the Midwives of Bay Area Maternity.  Led by one of the following El Camino Health certified nurse midwives, Chloe Kersten (CNM),  Kavitha Noble (CNM),  Lin Lee (CNM)  and  Megan Frank (CNM), Sarah Hamburger (CNM).  This session is free and occurs the first Sunday of  every month  from 5pm to 6:00 pm.  Location Bay El Camino Los Gatos 815 Pollard Rd. Los gatos, CA 95032 (free) to register please use the link below.

Questions or concerns, contact Nell Wilson at:  nell_wilson@svmdmed.org or  (408) 871-5202.

Psychosocial stress is a major contributor to heart disease, accounting for nearly a third of the risk for heart attacks worldwide. In this engaging workshop, you’ll explore the science behind rest as a powerful tool to manage and reduce stress. Learn about the two essential forms of rest—resting while asleep and resting while awake—and how both can profoundly impact your ability to cope with stress, restore balance, and lower your risk for chronic disease. Special focus for this workshop will be on meditation, with practical guidance on how to incorporate these evidence-based strategies into your daily life.

Discusses the 4th trimester, the period after the birth of a baby, the changes that occur, the opportunities to enhance parent wellbeing and plan for as well as promote self-care during this important time.  This 1-hour virtual group session is ideal for parents and their support partner(s) who are preparing for the birth of a baby.  Session is free and meets once every month; and brought to you by the Maternal Outreach Mood Services (MOMS) Program & Scrivner Center for Mental Health & Addiction Services.

A Zoom link provided within a confirmation email after registration and two (1) days before the session begins.  Questions or concerns, contact Naina Sodhi at (650) 988-7475 or email naina_sodhi@elcaminohealth.org 

The ASPIRE Parent Education Workshop is facilitated by a licensed clinician in the After School Program Interventions and Resiliency Education (ASPIRE) Program and designed to empower parents with essential knowledge and skills. This interactive workshop will allow the opportunity for participants to gain valuable insights into recognizing and addressing symptoms of a mental health and substance use disorder, fostering a supportive family environment, and accessing available resources. This workshop is deal for parents seeking to enhance their mental health literacy and create a positive impact on their family's emotional health.

The ASPIRE Parent Education Workshop is provided through a generous gift from the Thomas and Donna Whitney Education Foundation. 

PowerPoint Slide Presentation led by our Labor & Delivery nurse, reviewing information from admission to discharge and Maternity Units.  This 1-hour free virtual class offers interactive chat and live Q&A.  Recommended for those delivering at El Camino Health and to be taken in the 7th month to the early 9th month of pregnancy.

• Registration required per couple or household
• NOT offered at this time are in-person tours for the Mtn. View campus
• NO recordings are available 
• Registration required at least 24 hours in advance to ensure access to the class.
• Class details and Zoom link provided within an email receipt upon registering and an email reminder sent two (2) days before class.  Questions contact: Maternalchildeducation@elcaminohealth.org or (650) 988-8303

Strategies for Investing in Your Health: A Personally Tailored Approach to Reducing Risk for Diabetes and Heart Attacks

American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson first coined the phrase in 1860 that we often hear and may even personally use, “Health is Wealth”. While we spend considerable time strategizing on, developing, and executing our estate or financial investment plans, we often omit consideration for health in those strategies. The good news is that there are considerable gains to derive by investing in health even if you start late. Remarkably, you can use the age-old strategies investment experts apply to manage wealth, to manage your health portfolio as well.

Join this workshop to learn how to apply proven wealth investment strategies to better manage your health. Use low-risk, high return on investment proven techniques to prevent disease, enhance wellness, and improve longevity.

El Camino Health is leading the charge against the high incidence of diabetes and heart disease. Since its founding in 2006, the Center has offered culturally tailored, science-backed, lifestyle-focused services to reduce risk factors. With a comprehensive health strategy that addresses body, mind, lifestyle, and relationships, the Center emphasizes preventive care through regular health monitoring and lifestyle interventions, such as diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management. Their AIM to Prevent program offers personalized coaching, risk assessments, and workshops to guide individuals on their wellness journey. With 93% of diabetes and 81% of heart attacks being preventable, the Center invites you to take control of your health today.

As you build strategies to invest in your own health and embark on this journey, learn how you can leverage the AIM to Prevent program to improve metabolic balance and reduce risk of diabetes and heart attacks. This personally tailored, lifestyle-focused program includes comprehensive risk profiling, educational workshops, and health coaching. Understand the methodology, program highlights, curriculum, coaching interventions, and determine if this is a good fit for you.

Unlock the power of exercise in preventing chronic disease. In this practical workshop, you’ll explore the science-backed benefits of physical activity and discover how regular movement can protect your long-term health. Experience live demonstrations of simple strength training exercises you can start at home—no special equipment required. Exercise is a key component for building a healthier lifestyle. Join us to gain the knowledge and confidence to make exercise a sustainable part of your daily routine.

Discusses the fitting, installation and safety of a car seat and the California State Law on transporting children.  This 1½-hour virtual session is ideal for childcare providers, grandparents and parents, and offers interactive chat with live Q&A.  Presented by our Car Seat Technician.  Recommended to be taken in the 6th month to the 7th month of pregnancy.

• Fee per couple or household:  $15 
• *Offered FREE with the Baby Care class; requires sperate registration to receive the promo code and can be applied towards any Car-Seat class at check-out.

Registration, Privacy & Refund Policy:  No recordings are available.  For a full refund, you must request to cancel registration at least three (3) days prior to class start date, otherwise a transfer or credit will be issued.  Accepting credit card payments through online registration only.  Registration required at least 24 hours in advance to ensure access to the class.

Class details and Zoom link provided within an email receipt upon registering and an email reminder sent two (2) days before class.  Questions contact: Maternalchildeducation@elcaminohealth.org  or (650) 988-8303