Breastfeeding Circle Gathering
2025-06-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-07-03 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Renown Regional Medical Center – Roseview Tower – Third Floor Conference Room, 1155 Mill Street - Institute for Cancer Entrance, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Breastfeeding Circle Gatherings are a great place for breastfeeding moms to find support, exchange experiences, and discuss any concerns.
Popular topics include:

Milk supply
Pumping
Returning to work
Sleeping, or lack of sleep
Weight checks
Weighted feedings
And more!

If you need direct support, please call Breastfeeding Medicine to schedule a 1:1, in person appointment at 775-982-6365.
This gathering is FREE to join.

Cancer Support Group
2025-06-26 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-07-03 11:30 - 13:00 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Café Meeting Room 104, 1155 Mill St., Reno, NV, 89502, United States
This group is for all patients facing cancer. The meeting enables participants to share experiences and express feelings and concerns. All cancer patients, family members, survivors, and caregivers are welcome to attend.
Meets weekly on Thursday from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. in person and virtually.
For directions to Sierra Cafe 104, please use the following link: Campus and Parking Maps | Renown Health
Click on the “Renown Regional Medical Center Visitor Guide” to download the PDF map. Sierra Cafe 104 is located on the 1st Floor of the Sierra Tower past the gift shop on the right as you enter the Sierra Cafe.

Video enabled attendance available. You can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smart phone, iPad, laptop, or webcam/desktop).
A virtual invitation with instructions on how to connect will be sent via email the Wednesday before the meeting.

Labor & Delivery Tour
2025-06-26 12:30 - 13:30 | 1155 Mill Street – Labor & Delivery, 1155 Mill St, Reno, 89502
THIS TOUR MEETS ON THE 2ND FLOOR OF THE SIERRA TOWER, LABOR AND DELIVERY
1 Ticket per Person (please include children in your total count)
Join us on a tour led by a childbirth educator to learn more about our luxurious Baby and Family Suites, labor and delivery rooms housed in the new Labor Assessment Area, and the William N. Pennington Nursery. We’ll cover the pre-admission process, how to check in, and what to expect during your visit. There is no cost to attend!
Important notes:

Please include children in your ticket counts.
If you are running late or feeling unwell, you must reschedule.

Please note: There is a waiting list for this class. As a courtesy to those waiting, kindly let us know if you’re unable to attend. If the class is sold out and you wish to be placed on the waiting list, please contact us.
Phone: 775-982-4352
Email: Chris.Marlo@Renown.org
DIRECTIONS:

Labor & Delivery ( 2nd floor Sierra Tower- for tours)

COPD Education & Support
2025-06-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Renown Rehabilitation Hospital Classroom, Mill Street, Reno, Nevada, 89502, United States
Please join us for Renown Health’s free one-hour class for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) education!
Our goal is to give you the knowledge to better manage your COPD by increasing your understanding of the disease process, medications and how to use them and creating an action plan you can use every day.
This program is offered every:

Second Tuesday of the month from 4pm – 5pm in Renown Health Pulmonary Rehabilitation classroom
The last Thursday of the month from 4pm – 5pm in the Renown Rehabilitation Hospital classroom

A link to the virtual meeting will be sent 1 day before the class via email.

Grandparents: Getting Started
2025-06-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Meeting Room 102, 1155 Mill Street, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Class fee includes partner.
Many things have changed since the participants in Grandparents: Getting Started raised their own children. It is important for grandparents to learn the new recommendations for care, based on research from doctors and scientists studying the physical and emotional development of infants and children.
Taught by certified Safe Sitter® Instructors, participants will learn how to provide the best and safest care for their grandchildren. They will also learn the latest information on how to safely care for infants and children, how to manage the behavior of children of all ages, and essential life-saving skills such as choking rescue, first aid, CPR, and injury management.
Additionally, learning tips on creating a good relationship from the start and how to respond to frequent babysitting requests will help grandparents enhance their relationship with their children and create lasting memories with their grandchildren.
Please note: There is a waiting list for this class. As a courtesy to those waiting, kindly let us know if you’re unable to attend. If the class is sold out and you wish to be placed on the waiting list, please contact us.
Phone: 775-982-4352
Email: Chris.Marlo@Renown.org

Meeting Rooms
Directions from Mill St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Directions from 2nd St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Children’s Hospital

Baby & Family Suites(Postpartum)
Children’s Emergency Department
Children’s Specialty Care
Labor & Delivery ( 2nd floor Sierra Tower- for tours)

Spinning Babies® Parent Class
2025-06-28 12:30 - 17:00 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Café Meeting Room 105, 1155 Mill St., Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Ticket includes partner.
The Spinning Babies® Parent Class is designed for expecting moms after the 20th week of pregnancy. This class highlights rotating the baby down and out of the pelvis.
Turning (spinning) is referred to as fetal rotation and descent. During labor, the baby must rotate and descend through the three levels of the pelvis to be born. Without this movement on the baby’s part, vaginal birth is not possible.
The Spinning Babies® Parent Class Parent Class provides:

· 3-4 hours of instruction and practical application
· Essential daily activities to give you greater ease in pregnancy and help give baby space to move and settle into the correct birth position.
· Balance techniques to prepare and maintain your body in a balanced, supple, and flexible condition for birth.
· Birth positions specific to the three levels of the pelvis as solutions when labor doesn’t move forward in a typical pattern.

The day of class requirements-

· Support person required (significant other, friend, mom etc.)
· Wear comfortable clothing.
· Bring a large exercise/ yoga ball (65-75cm) ALREADY INFLATED, two pillows (bed pillows okay), and a large towel or yoga mat.

If this class is sold out and you need to take a class, please email Chris.Marlo@Renown.org or leave a message at 775-982-4352.
Our certified Parent Educators are not allowed to train other birth work or bodywork professionals in Spinning Babies®, nor allow non-pregnant professionals to audit their class. We are sorry for any inconvenience.
Directions from Mill St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Directions from 2nd St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Children’s Hospital

Baby & Family Suites(Postpartum)
Children’s Emergency Department
Children’s Specialty Care
Labor & Delivery ( 2nd floor Sierra Tower- for tours)

Birth Wisdom Through Art & Meditation (Virtual Only)
2025-06-29 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-07-06 10:30 - 11:30 | Renown Virtual Class Only, NV, United States
This immersive Birth Art & Meditation class is designed to help you explore your emotions, fears, and inner wisdom about birth through guided meditation and creative expression.
Using the unique approach from Birthing from Within, this class encourages self-discovery, emotional processing, and intuitive birth preparation in a safe and supportive space.
We begin with a 20-minute guided meditation to calm the mind, deepen focus, and open the creative flow. Through gentle visualization, you will connect with your inner strength and intuition, setting the stage for meaningful artistic exploration.
Following meditation, you will engage in Birth Art, using colors, symbols, and imagery to express your thoughts and feelings about birth.
These guided activities will help you:

Explore your beliefs and expectations about birth.
Identify and transform fears into empowerment.
Discover personal symbols of strength and resilience.

No art experience is necessary—this is about process NOT perfection, allowing creativity to reveal insights words alone cannot express.
What You’ll Gain from This Class:

A deeper emotional connection to your pregnancy and birth journey.
Tools to process fears and build confidence.
A space to reflect.
A newfound appreciation for your intuition and creativity.

Join us for this transformative experience and tap into the wisdom that already exists within you.
Supplies for Birth Art & Meditation Class (pick a few and have on hand, that you feel comfortable using)

✅ Paper:
✅ Drawing & Coloring Materials:
✅ Painting Supplies
✅ Sculpting & Texture (Optional for Hands-on Exploration):

Starting Strong: A Journey Through the First Trimester
2025-06-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Renown Virtual Class Only, NV, United States
Join our Virtual Starting Strong: A Journey Through the First Trimester class and feel confident and supported throughout your pregnancy journey!

Comprehensive coverage: Learn about prenatal care, nutrition, and managing pregnancy symptoms.
Expect what’s ahead: Gain insights into what to expect in the weeks to come.
Safe exercise: Discover safe exercises and tips for staying active during pregnancy.
High-risk and multiple pregnancies: Get guidance on special considerations if you’re expecting multiples or have a high-risk pregnancy.
Guided support: Our educator will help you choose the right classes at each stage and provide ongoing support throughout your pregnancy.
Expert guidance: With practical tips and expert advice, you’ll be ready for each step of your pregnancy.

When to take the Early Pregnancy Class:

Best taken during weeks 6–12 of pregnancy, ideally during the first trimester.
Perfect for getting foundational information about prenatal care, nutrition, and early pregnancy symptoms.
Early classes allow you to ask questions and set a positive tone for the rest of your pregnancy, empowering you with knowledge to navigate upcoming changes confidently.

Sign up today and take the first step toward a healthy, informed pregnancy experience!
1 ticket per device. Virtual invitation will be sent the Friday before the class.

Infant & Child Safety Class
2025-06-29 13:30 - 16:30 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Mack Auditorium, 1155 Mill St., Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Ticket includes partner.
This class helps prepare parents for emergencies that may occur with infants and toddlers. Along with car seat safety and basic child proofing, discussion will include prevention and treatment of common injuries.
Students will also learn and practice the skills necessary to perform infant and child CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), as well as the skills necessary to assist a choking infant and child. The American Heart Association Family & Friends “Infant and Child CPR and Choking” course is for those who want to learn Infant and child CPR but do not need a course completion card in CPR for their job.
Grandparents and other caregivers are welcome to attend.
This class is geared towards infants and toddlers and includes both Infant and Child CPR.
This class covers the following topics:

Car seat safety education
Safe sleep
Child proofing your home
Basic first aid
Infant and Child CPR & Choking

Please note: There is a waiting list for this class. As a courtesy to those waiting, kindly let us know if you’re unable to attend. If the class is sold out and you wish to be placed on the waiting list, please contact us.
Phone: 775-982-4352
Email: Chris.Marlo@Renown.org

Meeting Rooms
Directions from Mill St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Directions from 2nd St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Children’s Hospital

Baby & Family Suites(Postpartum)
Children’s Emergency Department
Children’s Specialty Care
Labor & Delivery ( 2nd floor Sierra Tower- for tours)

Breastfeeding Circle at Renown Women's Health
2025-07-01 10:00 - 11:00 | Renown Women’s Health – Building F, 901 East Second St, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
This class is for babies of ANY age!
Breastfeeding Circle Gatherings are a great place for breastfeeding moms to find support, exchange experiences, and discuss any concerns.
Popular topics include:

Milk supply
Pumping
Returning to work
Sleeping, or lack of sleep
Weight checks
Weighted feedings
And more!

If you need direct support, please call Breastfeeding Medicine to schedule a 1:1, in person appointment at 775-982-6365.
This gathering is FREE to join.

Guided Imagery: Thrivorship After Cancer Care
2025-07-01 12:30 - 13:30 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Meeting Room 101, 1155 Mill Street, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Managing Fear and Anxiety After Cancer Treatment
Together we:

Tackle fears
Manage overwhelming emotions
Give tools to help you and your family through challenging times

1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month from 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Virtual attendance available. To receive the virtual link, please email Renie Anderson at renieanderson@att.net.

Breast Cancer Treatment Orientation Class
2025-07-01 15:00 - 16:00 | Renown South Meadows Medical Center – Conrad Breast Center, 10201 Double R Blvd, Reno, Nevada, 89521, United States
Renown Institute for Cancer offers one-hour weekly classes to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients and their families. These insightful classes are facilitated by oncology nurse navigators, social workers, and surgical nurses.
In this class, you will:
• Meet your navigator and learn about cancer support services available to you
• Hear about pre-surgery instructions and your pre-admit appointment
• Receive education in rehabilitation and lymphedema
• Have your questions answered about treatment, including chemotherapy, biotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation therapy and clinical trials
Note: 18y+ only. This class is not suitable for minors. Childcare is not provided.
Video-enabled attendance is available. Patients can access remotely and join from any video-enabled device (smartphone, iPad, laptop or webcam/desktop). Upon registering, you will receive instructions on how to connect virtually.

Labor & Delivery Tour
2025-07-01 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-07-03 12:30 - 13:30 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Labor & Delivery, 1155 Mill Street, Reno, NV, 89502, United States

Cancer Caregiver Support Group
2025-07-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Café Meeting Room 104, 1155 Mill St., Reno, NV, 89502, United States
This support group provides support, education, networking, and resource materials to caregivers coping with a loved one diagnosed with cancer.
In effort to provide the most supportive atmosphere for those caring for loved one dealing with cancer, this group is for current cancer caregivers only.
If you have lost a loved one to cancer, there are these groups available for support:

Grief Support Groups in Reno

If you have cancer, Renown offers the following support groups:

Cancer Support Group
Men’s Prostate Cancer Support Group
Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Orientation Class
Lymphedema Education & Risk Reduction Class

*Virtual attendance is available. Link is sent one day before the meeting to email provided on registration.
Please note: You can renew registrations every calendar year. If you need assistance with registration, contact RSVP at 775-982-7787 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

Smoking Cessation: 4-Week Virtual Program
2025-07-02 16:00 - 17:00 | Renown Virtual Class Only, NV, United States
Join us for our free virtual Smoking Cessation 4-week program courtesy of Renown Health. This class is available to all who want to learn the risks of smoking and the benefits of quitting.
In addition, participants will learn about their triggers to smoking, ways to cope while quitting, and available products to assist with becoming tobacco-free.
This program begins on the 1st Wednesday of each month and will meet every Wednesday for four weeks from 4 to 5 p.m.
Instructions on virtually connecting will be sent 1 day before the first class.

Preparing for Birth 4-Week Wednesday Series
2025-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Café Meeting Room 105, 1155 Mill St., Reno, NV, 89501, United States
This 4-week childbirth preparation meets for 4 consecutive weeks. This class helps prepare mom and her partner for the many aspects of childbirth and beyond. In addition, this class provides a safe forum to ask questions and help you make informed decisions about key issues surrounding your baby’s birth.
This class will include topics such as:

Healthy developments in your pregnancy
Stages of labor
Warning signs
Breathing and relaxation techniques
Comfort measures
Role of the support person and labor support
Birth planning
How to tell when you are in labor
Pain relief options during labor/medical procedures
How a birth doula can help
Cesarean birth
Labor and Delivery Tour

Our certified instructors offer you support and guidance via education in a unique way that will meet your individual needs.
We believe that childbirth is a process, not a method, and we recognize that there is no one right way to give birth.
Please register using the expecting mother’s name and information.
Please note: There is a waiting list for this class. As a courtesy to those waiting, kindly let us know if you’re unable to attend. If the class is sold out and you wish to be placed on the waiting list, please contact us.
Phone: 775-982-4352
Email: Chris.Marlo@Renown.org
Directions from Mill St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Directions from 2nd St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Children’s Hospital

Baby & Family Suites(Postpartum)
Children’s Emergency Department
Children’s Specialty Care
Labor & Delivery ( 2nd floor Sierra Tower- for tours)

Infant & Child CPR Class
2025-07-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Café Meeting Room 105, 1155 Mill St., Reno, NV, 89501, United States
Ticket includes partner.
The American Heart Association Family & Friends course is for those who want to learn infant & child CPR but do NOT need a course completion card in CPR for their job. This course is ideal for schools and students, new parents, grandparents, babysitters and others interested in learning how to save a life. Skills are taught in a dynamic group environment using the AHA’s research-proven “practice-while-watching” technique, which provides students with the most hands-on CPR practice time possible.

Virtual Breastfeeding Basics and Beyond Class
2025-07-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Renown Virtual Class Only, NV, United States
Ticket includes partner.
In this class you will learn about breastfeeding your baby using recommendations from health organizations across the globe. We recommend that all first-time parents take this in-depth class to help mothers get off to a better start with breastfeeding.
Topics include the benefits of breastfeeding, breast anatomy, feeding cues, establishing a good latch, nursing positions, ways for partners to support and be involved in breastfeeding, breast pumping and breast milk storage, breastfeeding tips and available breastfeeding supplies and resources. It also touches on how to know if your baby is getting enough milk and when and where to get help if needed.

Birth Support & Relaxation Strategies
2025-07-06 09:30 - 23:30 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Mack Auditorium, 1155 Mill St., Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Ticket includes partner.
Join our Birth Support & Relaxation Strategies class and learn about your options and how to practice techniques to manage labor and birth more comfortably.
This class is ideal for expecting parents, those needing a refresher in labor coping skills, or couples wanting to expand their knowledge of comfort measures for labor and birth.
During this two-hour session, you will learn:

Relaxation/meditation practice
Breathing techniques
Positions for effective laboring and birthing
Use of birth ball, rebozo and other tools
Massage, counter-pressure, and acupressure
Hands-on comfort measures
Managing back pain
Visualization, vocalizing, and movement

When registering, please use expecting mother’s name and information.
Please bring to class:

75 cm exercise/yoga ball ALREADY INFLATED
Two bed pillows
A mat or towel for breathing and relaxation practice

Please note: There is a waiting list for this class. As a courtesy to those waiting, kindly let us know if you’re unable to attend. If the class is sold out and you wish to be placed on the waiting list, please contact us. This class is also included as part of our 4-week Childbirth Series and the 1-day class. If you are already registered for any of the preparing for birth classes, you do not need to register for this class separately.
Phone: 775-982-4352
Email: Chris.Marlo@Renown.org
Meeting Rooms
Directions from Mill St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Directions from 2nd St. Parking:

Classrooms 101-105, Mack Auditorium and Artisans Classrooms 107 and 108

Children’s Hospital

Baby & Family Suites(Postpartum)
Children’s Emergency Department
Children’s Specialty Care
Labor & Delivery ( 2nd floor Sierra Tower- for tours)

Infant & Child Safety Virtual Class
2025-07-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Renown Virtual Class Only, NV, United States
1 Ticket per device.
This class helps prepare parents for emergencies that may occur with infants and toddlers. Along with car seat safety and basic child proofing, discussion will include prevention and treatment of common injuries.
Grandparents and other caregivers are welcome to attend.
This class covers the following topics:

Car seat safety education
Safe sleep
Child proofing your home
Basic first aid

Phone: 775-982-4352
Email: Chris.Marlo@Renown.org
Meeting link will be sent the Friday before the class.

Labor and Delivery / Recorrido de Trabajo de Parto y Parto
2025-07-06 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual Class Only
1 boleto por persona (los niños necesitan su propio boleto)
¡Acompáñanos en un recorrido guiado por uno de nuestros educadores en parto y descubre todo lo que ofrecemos para ti y tu bebé! Te mostraremos nuestras cómodas y modernas Suites para Bebés y Familias, las salas de trabajo de parto y parto en la nueva Área de Evaluación del Parto, y la Unidad de Recién Nacidos William N. Pennington. También te explicaremos el proceso de preadmisión, cómo hacer el check-in y qué puedes esperar durante tu visita.
Notas importantes:

Recuerda incluir a los niños en tu número de boletos.
Si llegas tarde o no te sientes bien, por favor reprograma tu visita.
Lista de espera: Esta clase suele llenarse rápido, así que si no puedes asistir, avísanos para que otra familia pueda aprovechar el espacio. Si no alcanzaste cupo y quieres estar en la lista de espera, contáctanos.

Teléfono: 775-982-4352
Correo electrónico: MCE.Poehland@renown.org

Wellness Walk: Hats & Hope
2025-07-07 07:00 - 08:00 | Renown South Meadows Medical Center – Specialty Care Center, 10201 Double R Blvd, Reno, Nevada
Join us on the path toward physical, emotional and community wellness – because every step counts.
This welcoming walking group, facilitated by Dr. Madeline Hardacre, oncology wellness doctor, brings together cancer survivors, thrivers, caregivers, and care team members in a supportive space to promote healing and wellness, wearing hats as a symbol of strength and unity. Participants walk at their own pace while sharing hope, encouragement, and connection.

When: Mondays at 7am & Thursdays at 5pm.
What to bring: A water bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and remember to apply sunscreen. A hat will be provided to registrants as available.

Tai Chi: Together, We Thrive!
2025-07-07 08:30 - 09:30 | Renown South Meadows Medical Center – Specialty Care Center, 10201 Double R Blvd, Reno, Nevada
Embrace Wellness Through Movement
Tai Chi is a gentle form of martial arts that emphasizes slow, controlled movements and deep breathing. It has been shown to improve flexibility, reduce stress, enhance mental clarity, and promote overall well-being.
This program, led by Tom McGuire, is specifically designed for individuals navigating their cancer journey, whether you are currently undergoing treatment, a survivor, or thriving in life after cancer. No prior experience is necessary; participants of all fitness levels are welcome, and everyone can benefit from this practice, regardless of their physical condition.
Where: Renown South Meadows Medical Center, Specialty Care Center, on the 3rd floor in the Oncology Wellness Multipurpose Room
What to Bring: A water botte & wear comfortable clothing and socks

Guided Imagery: Cancer Support Workshop
2025-07-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Renown Regional Medical Center – Sierra Meeting Room 102, 1155 Mill Street, Reno, NV, 89502, United States
Managing Fear and Anxiety During Cancer Treatment
Join our compassionate cancer support group, where you’ll find understanding, strength, and clarity as you navigate your journey. Together, we tackle fears about treatment and prognosis, offering guidance to help you manage overwhelming emotions. Be part of a supportive community that truly understands, and gain tools to help both you and your family through these challenging times. You don’t have to face cancer alone—let’s support each other every step of the way. As one survivor said, “It’s about discovering who you are and what brings you joy.”
During the workshop you can expect to learn about the Mind-Body connection (the relationship between your thoughts and physical well-being) and how to use it to:
– Uncover your questions and concerns
– Improve overall energy, mood and well-being
– Learn how to tolerate treatment better
– Contribute to a reduction in risk of recurrence
Every Monday from 10am-11am
Virtual attendance is available. To receive the virtual link, please email Renie Anderson at renieanderson@att.net.

Total Joint Replacement Virtual Class
2025-07-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Renown Virtual Class Only, NV, United States
Joint pain can affect all aspects of life, so if you’re considering total joint replacement surgery, these classes taught by the experts at Renown Health will help you with the following:

Understand your procedure, including basic anatomy and explanation of surgical intervention.
Prepare for surgery, including home setup, preoperative and pre-admit appointments.
Know about your hospital stay, including infection prevention, early mobility, physical and occupational therapy, and adaptive equipment.
Learn what happens after surgery, including recovery, medical management, post-operative therapy and exercises, to help you return to normal activities.

We highly encourage you to bring a “surgery buddy” for support.
