Virtual Understanding Your Baby & the NICU

June 04, 2025

We invite you to join us to learn about Understanding your Baby and the NICU!

This virtual class is intended to help new families feel informed, supported, and empowered through their NICU journey – from baby's arrival and stay in the NICU to life at home after discharge.

Attendance is limited to the expectant mother and 1 additional person. ONLY the expectant mother needs to register for this class. 

Registration is required. Please register by clicking the yellow REGISTER NOW button to the right and provide the requested information, including your email address.

This class is offered on three scheduled Wednesday mornings each month from 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Instructions to virtually join the class will be sent by the instructor a few days before the scheduled date you selected.

We look forward to you joining this class as you prepare for the arrival of your little one!

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Registration is required and you can do so by clicking the yellow Register Now button to the right.
 
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In-Person Expectant Parents Tours

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Attendance is limited to the expectant mother and 1 additional person, therefore ONLY the expectant mother needs to register for this tour. Registration will close for a tour once we have reached capacity.
 
Registration is required. Click the yellow Register Now button to the right to register for the tour. Please provide your email address. After completing the form, click on the yellow NEXT button to submit your registration. 
 
As the tour appointment approaches, you will receive an email with instructions for the tour.  
 
We look forward to showing you all Riverside has to offer!

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500 J. Clyde Morris Blvd
Newport News, VA, 23601

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Together We Care: Community Caregivers Summit

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This special gathering will feature a screening of the award-winning documentary, Remember Me: Dementia in the African American Community, followed by an engaging discussion with an expert panel of healthcare and community leaders. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with local organizations offering valuable caregiver support services and resources.
 
Whether you are a family caregiver, healthcare professional, community advocate or simply interested in learning more, this event provides an opportunity to gain knowledge, find support and help strengthen our community's response to dementia care.
 
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📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
🕚 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍Christopher Newport University
David Student Union Ballroom
1 University Place, Newport News, VA 23606
 
Check-In begins at 9:30 a.m. and lunch is provided.
 
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Registration is required. To register, click on the yellow REGISTER NOW button to the right and complete the form and questions.
 
For more information, please contact Dr. Ethlyn Gibson by calling 757-446-6185 or emailing [email protected].

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1 University Place
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