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New Mother & Labor and Delivery Classes

Labor and Delivery

This group class is best for mothers who have never been through the birthing experience. It’s instructional and includes how to know labor is beginning, what to do, what to expect at the hospital. It is led by a Labor and Delivery nurse at Akron General Hospital. Class date and times are as follows:

Saturday, April 13th, 2019 at 9:00 AM

Wednesday, May 15th, 2019 at 6:00 PM

Saturday, June 8th, 2019 at 9:00 AM

Both classes are located at 605 N. Cleveland Massillon Road.

They are short classes, with a break, to ask personal questions to the instructor.

Please call 330-668-6545 to schedule or email nancyp@obgynofakron.com.

Click Here for a full list of our Obstetrics services.

New Exercise Classes for Women

Barre Pose

Barre Pose is a high energy, 45 minute intelligent exercise workout that integrates interval training with muscle-shaping isometrics to quickly and safely reshape your entire body. Our non-impact workout uses both the ballet barre and Pilates mat work to help you create a longer, leaner, and more graceful body, as well as give you more energy. Learn More about Barre Pose here.

Date and Time:

Tuesday & Thursday from 7:00 – 7:45am

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Pre/Post Natal Pilates

Fit Arts offers Pilates classes, which include a specific series of exercises which build from inside out, with thousands of variations that can be done on a mat or equipment. Pilates equipment utilizes springs, ropes and a gliding track, adding movement sense and eccentric action to your full body challenge. Learn more about Fit Arts Pilates classes here.

PRE_POST NATAL WORKSHOP FLYER

Tuesday & Thursday from 9:30 – 10:30am

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Location:

605 N. Cleveland Massillon Road, Akron, Ohio 44333 on the Lower Level

For more information, call OBGYN Associates of Akron at (330) 668-6545.

Now Offering Weekend Hours!

Added Convenience for New Patients

Dr. Christine Arnold will be providing new patients with appointments on every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 8am to noon. These appointments are for new patients only, and may be booked anytime by calling OB GYN Assoicates of Akron at (330) 668-6545, or by submitting a request online. These special office hours will only be available at our West Office, which is located at 605 N Cleveland Road in Akron.

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Dr. Arnold will begin these weekend appointments starting Saturday, April 13th, so be sure to confirm your appointment soon!

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