HOSPITAL TO OFFER PROGRAM FOR SIBLINGS

CARBONDALE, Ill. -- Memorial Hospital of Carbondale is offering a program directed toward children 3 to 7 years old whose parents are expecting a baby.

The program, entitled "Big Kids And Babies," is going to be held Dec. 14 from 4 to 5 p.m. at the hospital in the Obstetrics Education Room.

The program will discuss the characteristics and development of a newborn, the role of the sibling and the feelings they may experience about the newborn.

The program is open to children of parents who are delivering at Memorial Hospital.

There is no registration fee, but pre-registration is required.

To preregister call the hospital's education and community relations department at (618)549-0721, extension 5141.