Classes

Our classes for expectant and new families are an extension of the family care for which Overlake is known. Often, this is the beginning of a lifelong relationship among families who attend classes together.

Childbirth, prenatal and newborn classes are taught by registered nurses and educators with specialized knowledge about pregnancy and parenting.

New mom? Sign up for the “You and your new Baby” class where you can get together with new moms and babies and share your experiences. Enjoy lively discussion and make friends for a lifetime.

For Information or to register for a class call 425-688-5259 or register online. Classes are held in Bellevue and Issaquah in our classrooms.

Our Bellevue facility is also used by the La Leche League. Their breastfeeding support meetings are held every third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. No registration is necessary. Please contact one of the following or visit the La Leche League's Web site.

Kay 425-226-8117 or by email
Sherrie 425-865-8656
Laura 425-867-0676
Alica 206-232-4941

WOMEN'S & INFANTS' CENTER


	Frank Shaver hip replacement patient An avid skier, Frank Shaver's active lifestyle caught up with him. The retired member of the National Ski Patrol hit the slopes at the start of a recent ski season, only to experience terrible pain in his left leg. X-rays showed the cartilage in his left hip was gone. Frank’s Overlake physician recommended a left hip replacement. When he developed similar symptoms in his right leg a few ski seasons later, Frank underwent a second replacement surgery—this time for his right hip. Today, Frank's legs are even stronger and he’s able to ski as well as ever.


	Katharine Warmerdam weight loss surgery patient Katharine was injured and bedridden for six months as a result of a devastating car crash. After undergoing many surgeries to repair her crushed feet, Katharine was told by her doctor that if she didn’t have weight loss surgery and shed her excess weight, she would spend the rest of her life in a wheelchair. Katharine had the surgery and lost 254 pounds in two years. She no longer has high blood pressure or pre-diabetes. She’s learned to eat healthier and become more active while gaining a new lease on life.


	George Anderson cancer survivor When George Anderson experienced persistent abdominal discomfort, he suspected something was wrong. He was right. A colonoscopy showed he had stage IIIB rectal cancer and needed surgery, chemotherapy and radiation therapy. Overlake's interdisciplinary cancer treatment team developed a treatment plan specific to George's condition. Today he is cancer free, enjoys spending time with his wife and grandchildren and continues to live his life to the fullest.


	John Keffer cardiac patient Redmond Fire Captain John Keffer had transferred hundreds of patients to Overlake’s Emergency Department (ED), so when paramedics rushed him to the same ED to for an irregular heartbeat, he appreciated getting immediate access to top-notch treatment. A congenital heart defect had damaged a portion of John’s aorta, causing the irregular heartbeat. During open-heart surgery, Overlake’s expert team of physicians successfully replaced the damaged blood vessel. Today, John is fully recovered.