For Immediate Release
October 23, 2007
Contact: Donna Sellmann
732-530-2282
dsellmann@meridianhealth.com

RIVERVIEW'S BABY SHOWER TO OFFER "BUNDLES" OF FUN FOR PARENTS-TO-BE

Education, tours, prizes and vendor exhibits planned for Riverview Medical Center's Baby Fair

Red Bank, NJ - Whether you are currently expecting a baby or planning to have one, guests who attend Riverview Medical Center's Baby Shower will find a wealth of health and wellness information all geared for that special moment. To make the day special, participants can enjoy a relaxing "tea" with tea sandwiches while you learn about what it's like to be a Riverview Mom. The event will take place on Saturday, November 3 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the medical center in Red Bank, NJ.

Parents-to-be and couples just beginning to think about expanding their family will find plenty to see at the event. Tours of the Childbirth Center, with its beautiful and calming views of he Navesink River, will be offered, as well as an opportunity to meet with physicians, nurses and other experts from Riverview Medical Center.

A special educational session will take place at noon, featuring a panel discussion with mother and baby experts. Hear from an obstetrician, anesthesiologist and pediatrician about nutrition, fitness, pain management, preparing for baby to come home, and things to consider when choosing your pediatrician.

Additionally, vendors from a variety of stores will have display booths and give-aways. From baby announcement cards to photography, clothing to kid's music, there will be lots to see and learn about. Vendors include After the Stork of Red Bank, Babies R Us, Cord Blood Registry, Gymboree Play and Music, Happy Baby, K. Hovnanian Children's Hospital, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Mead Johnson, Mommy Moves, My Baby's Crib, New York Life Insurance Company, Our 365, Soapmarket, Social Motherfly, T. Berry Square, The Atlantic Club, The Family Groove, Via Cord and more.

The event will take place at Riverview Medical Center, Blaisdell Lobby, on Saturday, November 3 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Registration for the event and educational session is requested by calling 1-800-560-9990.

Riverview Medical Center, a member of the Meridian Health Family, is a non-profit community hospital located in Red Bank, New Jersey, providing health care programs and services in all major medical disciplines, including maternity; oncology; orthopedics and rehabilitation; general, neuro, thoracic and vascular surgery; cardiology; renal dialysis; diabetes management; and emergency and critical care services. Riverview's Booker Cancer Center is an affiliate of the renowned Fox Chase Cancer Center, Philadelphia, and Riverview is home to the only fully accredited acute comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation center in Monmouth County. In addition, its Women & Children's Pavilion maintains one of the largest numbers of births in Monmouth County. For more information about Riverview Medical Center and Meridian Health, please call the Meridian Health Line at 1-800-560-9990 or visit www.riverviewmedicalcenter.com.

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