Sunday, March 14th
8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Check-In & Enjoy!
Make a quick stop at Check-In then get your morning going! Enjoy a light breakfast, explore the Expo & Marketplace and peruse the Silent Auction.
8:45 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Keynote Address with Dr. Marie Savard, MD
Below the Belt and Above the Knees: The inside Scoop on Sex, HPV, Hormones and Plumbing Problems for Women of All Ages
Women’s health problems can be mysterious and hard to discuss. Marie Savard, M.D., medical contributor for ABC News and one of America’s most trusted voices on women’s health, offers frank and clear advice about everything from HPV to hormone therapy, “smart sex” to “waist management,” menstrual problems to stress management, fertility to birthing, doctor/patient relationships to plumbing -- both urine and bowels. It’s as if your sister or best friend were a doctor with all the time in the world to answer the questions you’ve been afraid to ask.
10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
Pass time to Breakout Session One and Expo Visit
10:15 a.m. – 11:15 am
Breakout Session One Options
Nurturing Your Soul by Following Your Path
Martha Hoffman, President, Call to Care Uganda
In Martha’s words: If we see our lives as a flowing process, we can more easily follow a natural path. If someone would have told me that I would be commuting to Uganda five years ago, I would have certainly chuckled and said, “I’m afraid you’ve mistaken me for someone else.” But by surrendering to a path that was slowly being revealed over a period of 8 years, I was able to let go of the fear, the predetermined ideas and plans, and embrace my life’s work. And, by doing so, I am a much happier and more fulfilled individual as a result. I will take you on a journey, my journey, and help others to see how they might be having their path revealed to them as well. Being in connection with yourself, your wishes and desires and dreams, and connected with others in the world in love will bring the ultimate fulfillment.
Let’s talk about “The Girls:” Breast Health from Experts and Survivors
Beth Conerly, Liane Philpot, MD; Megan Burgess, MD
Participate in this frank discussion about your breasts. There is so much in the news about the latest breast research, hereditary risk and screening and care that it’s challenging to sort through all the information. Let’s do it together and hear amazing stories of survival and what you can do to help yourself and those you love.
Tai Chi for Health and Wellness
Suzanne Hanley
A presentation of Tai Chi that is simple and easy to learn. The moves help to improve balance and flexibility. Handouts will be provided to enable the participants to continue at home on their own. When one does Tai Chi the correct term is to play “Tai Chi”. This presentation is a time “to play” and have fun, while gently exercising.
Clean Eating 101: 5 Simple Steps to Eat Clean and Lose Weight without a Diet!
Wendy Battles-Plasse
Clean eating is a simple approach to creating a sustainable, healthy lifestyle focused on eating fresh, whole foods, avoiding processed foods and supporting the environment. It’s not about a diet, this is a way of life! Think local not foreign, fresh not packaged. Imagine food that actually tastes like food, not food full of fat, sugar, salt and preservatives. Participants will get an overview of clean eating, learn strategies to get started and leave inspired into action. Learn why clean eating is so important, what foods do and don’t constitute clean eating, the importance of slowing down and listening to your body, five steps to eat clean and lose weight, and delicious recipes. Take home recipes and a new approach to eating.
Health Screening and Wellness Room
Take some time for yourself. Choose two of three choices: spot mini-massage a reiki or a reflexology session. Then take advantage of the variety of free health screenings being offered in this new breakout session designed especially for your well-being. Screenings include: Body Mass Index (BMI), blood pressure and stroke assessment, skin analysis, glaucoma, body strength and fitness analysis. The Yale New Haven Hospital Mammography Bus will also be on site for scheduled mammograms. Please call WFLC at (203) 458-6699 for more information about scheduling an appointment for a mammography.
Gotta Go, Gotta Go? Just say NO!
Marsha Guess, M.D.
Brace yourself for an uplifting forum designed to educate women about pelvic organ prolapse, overactive bladder and urinary incontinence. Lose your fears of discussing these common problems and come and learn about the signs and symptoms associated with these disorders, what to expect if you seek treatment for these problems as well as cutting-edge scientific advances in conservative and surgical treatment options for women suffering from these conditions. Bathroom breaks allowed.
I Can See Clearly Now…My Space is Clean
Kristin Mastromarino
Do you feel constantly overwhelmed by your responsibilities and needs of others? Do you feel buried by your paper and clutter in your house and not know where to start? Does the stress from your disorganization overwhelm you? Your space can be a reflection of your cluttered mind and can be affecting your health. This workshop will discuss the link between your space and how it affects your physical and mental well being, and it will give you the tools to overcome the constant cycle of stress that stems from disorganization.
Empower Yourself and Protect Your Heart
Lisa Freed, MD, F.A.C.C.
Be empowered to make educated choices in your own care. Get smart about your heart—it’s the #1 killer of women!. Become familiar with the important differences in heart health and treatment for women Learn about prevention of cardiovascular disease with emphasis on cardiac risk factors, diagnosis/ symptoms and treatment. . Learn how to BE the cure for yourself or your loved ones during this practical, engaging and informative session with the founding member and co-chair of Yale New Haven Hospital's Women's Heart Advantage Program.
Cardio Pilates
Joy Scott, Bodi-n-Motion
This workshop is a fusion of standing Pilates, featuring mat and apparatus exercises, with energizing dance elements for body and soul. Finishing the class with Floor work, stretching and strengthening exercises. All levels and ages welcome. Mat required.
Thyroid Nodules: Take ‘em or Leave ‘em ?
Dr. Adam B, Mayerson, M.D.
Did you know the thyroid is one of the largest endocrine glands in the body, and that it’s shaped like a butterfly? The thyroid controls how quickly the body uses energy, makes proteins, and controls how sensitive the body should be to other hormones—sounds kind of important. In this session, we will review the epidemiology of thyroid nodules (a kind of growth on the thyroid), who is at risk and why they develop. We will then learn how to perform a self “neck check”. The potential risk posed by thyroid nodules will be reviewed as well as treatment options. In case you haven’t learned enough, we’ll also talk about thyroid cancer types and treatments.
Beginner’s Middle Eastern Belly Dance
Celeste Bellinghieri
Join us for an hour of the “oldest dance,” including basic moves, isolations, shimmies, combinations and a brief history of this ancient, beautiful dance. Remember, it’s not about size, it’s not about weight, it’s not about age. It’s about the woman; it’s about the dance.
11:15 am-11:30 am
Pass time to Breakout Session Two, visit Expo
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Breakout Session Two Options
What’s the Sun Got to do with It?
Dr. Sumaira Aasi , MD
Hold the baby oil! Sun exposure is one of the major risk factors for developing skin cancer. Many people are not aware of the risks associated with chronic sun exposure, sunburns, and tanning, as well as what to look out for in terms of concerning skin lesions. This presentation will provide information about the proper use of sunscreens and sun protective clothing, the effects of sun exposure, and the basics of the most common types of skin cancer. Bring your questions about your prior sun-tan exposure and learn what you can do know to reduce your risk for future problems.
Mid-Life: A Time to Plan to Your Second Act
Stefana Pecher, M.D.
What will your second act look like? Dr. Pecher will address a wide range of issues facing women in mid-life with a focus on hormonal changes: what to expect and how to cope with them. This workshop will be a discussion of hormone replacement therapy and use of bioidentical hormones; post-menopausal thyroid issues; sexuality in midlife and osteoporosis, including its risk factors. Enter the second act of your life armed with cutting-edge information on prevention, screening, and treatment.
Therapeutic Pilates- Healing the Body and Soothing The Mind
Jennifer McManus
This workshop is designed to provide the individual with a balanced workout to improve core strength, develop spinal flexibility, improve postural alignment, and reduce physical and mental stress in the body. Breath-work and visual imagery are two of the pilates principles that are incorporated into this session to enhance one's overall well-being. Participants will leave this session feeling energized and invigorated. Bring a mat and towel. This class will be taught at a beginner's level.
LIVE like YOU MEAN It!™
Beverly Sastri, MBA
If you really want to create lasting change in your life, then you’d better be prepared to LIVE like YOU MEAN It!™. This workshop will show you how to start the process by reconnecting you to your core truth. Learn how to let that inner compass naturally guide you to the people, places and insights that propel your life forward. Beverly will invite you into a thought-provoking dialogue that makes it easy to apply her practices before you leave the session. Caution: this workshop may cause dangerous levels of clarity, commitment and conviction. Attend at your own risk!
Health Screening and Wellness Room
Take some time for yourself. Choose two of three choices: spot mini-massage a reiki or a reflexology session. Then take advantage of the variety of free health screenings being offered in this new breakout session designed especially for your well-being. Screenings include: Body Mass Index (BMI), blood pressure and stroke assessment, skin analysis, glaucoma, body strength and fitness analysis. The Yale New Haven Hospital Mammography Bus will also be on site for scheduled mammograms. Please call WFLC at (203) 458-6699 for more information about scheduling an appointment for a mammography.
The New Balancing Act: Taking Care of Your Aging Parent and Yourself
Jane Olson
Are you feeling caught between the demands of assisting an older parent and your own job, health, marriage and children? Welcome to the sandwich generation. This program shares the wisdom of hundreds of family caregivers about getting reliable information; having the right kind of help at the right time; organizing yourself and the care giving; and tips about keeping your own health and sense of humor through it all. Take a deep breath. Nobody said it would be easy, but why not learn here what others have had to learn the hard way? Plus we’ll have some laughs along the way.
Strength Training for Women: A New Route to a Healthier Future
Julie White-Gooding
Strength Training for Women is about improving fitness, posture, coordination and balance with exercises you can adapt to your own needs and do at home using simple and inexpensive equipment. You will learn about the importance of weight training to improve and maintain your lifestyle and independence, now and in the decades to come. You will develop an understanding about how to create a program that addresses lower body, core and upper body strength and flexibility. By adding regular strength training to your normal routine, you can improve your posture and add tone to arms, shoulders, back and abs – helping you to look more vibrant and feel more energetic.
Your Aches and Pains, Are they All in Your Head?
Morris Papernik, MD
Do you or someone you know experience deep muscle pain and body aches? Persistent and chronic Fatigue? The feeling of being in a fog? It is not all in your head -- it might be fibromyalgia. Diagnosing fibromyalgia is oftentimes difficult -- and can be misdiagnosed. Learn the important steps you should take to make sure that you get an accurate diagnosis. Join this informal discussion on the cause, diagnosis and treatment of fibromyalgia.
Kripalu YogaDance™
Cheryl Roby
This hour long self-paced journey to your inner rhythm was inspired by Yoga with added elements of follow the leader, the hokey pokey and good old rock n roll! This class will leave you feeling energized, renewed and smiling. No Yoga or Dance experience necessary, just bring a willing spirit.
No Bones About It!
Karl Insogna, MD
Did you know that osteoporosis is a major bone disease, which leads to an increased risk of fracture? The condition is considered a major public health threat for millions of Americans. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, 10 million Americans are estimated to have the disease and almost 34 million more are at increased risk for osteoporosis. Dr. Insogna will discuss preventive measures and current treatments. Could protein be the answer?
Forgot Your Pepper Spray? No Worries!
Lyne Landry and Harry E. Needham, Institute of Martial Arts
Build confidence and learn how to defend yourself! This workshop will introduce a set of basic skills for self-defense through karate. By enhancing awareness and responsiveness to an assault under adverse situations, these techniques of self defense provide a means of protecting yourself and your loved one’s. An added benefit of karate is to improve physical fitness, general health and well-being.
12:30 – 1:15
Lunch Break
During this mid-day break enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, visit vendors and informational booths at the Expo & Marketplace and enter your bids in the Silent Auction.
1:15 pm – 2:45 pm
Keynote Address with author, Amy Bloom
2:45 pm – 3:00 pm
Pass time to Breakout Session Two, visit Expo
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Breakout Session Three Options
Mind Games: Give Your Brain a Work-Out
Patti Celori Said
While people understand the importance of physical fitness and its role in healthy longevity, few know the importance of cognitive fitness and what can be done to preserve memory and mental acuity. This presentation will provide information on the latest research findings dealing with memory and aging, along with strategies for developing and maintaining cognitive fitness. With good habits, older can be better!
Are Facebook Friends Real Friends? The Keys to Authentic Connections
Kari Henley
Are you spending more time tweeting, pinging and texting your girlfriends these days than talking on the phone or meeting in person? You’re not alone. The meteoric rise in social networking has permanently changed the way we relate. But is this good for our health? Women, in particular, derive certain hormonal benefits from gathering and connecting with others, and studies show women have steadily declined in their happiness levels in the past 30 years. Are Facebook Friends Real Friends? Join Kari in a fun, hands on experience that is packed with current research, tips, and lots of laughs, as we explore the new frontier of connection. Find out if your BFF’s online are as good as the good old fashioned coffee klatch.
Good Yoga, Good Night!
Terri Cain
An impressive 82% of people who practiced Yoga as therapy for insomnia reported improvement in their ability to fall asleep and stay asleep. In this session, we will explore the tools Yoga offers to deeply relax the nervous system and prepare the body and mind for a better, more restful sleep. Learn the asanas (postures), pranayama (breathing) and meditation designed as a calming sequence. There will be time for questions as well as repetition to aid participants in remembering the sequence for future use. All ages and all levels of physical fitness are welcome. No previous experience of yoga is required.
A Quickie in the Kitchen: Delicious, Easy Vegetarian Cooking
Merrie Buschbaum, MS, MLS
The media presents conflicting information about which foods to eat and how much. This interactive class will focus on learning how to shop and prepare simple convenient foods for you and your family. We will discuss whole foods, refined foods and snacking and menu modifications. We will cook and taste a healthy and easy to make – delicious snack and meal.
Wellness and Health Screening Room
Take some time for yourself. Choose two of three choices: spot mini-massage a reiki or a reflexology session. Then take advantage of the variety of free health screenings being offered in this new breakout session designed especially for your well-being. Screenings include: Body Mass Index (BMI), blood pressure and stroke assessment, skin analysis, glaucoma, body strength and fitness analysis. The Yale New Haven Hospital Mammography Bus will also be on site for scheduled mammograms. Please call WFLC at (203) 458-6699 for more information about scheduling an appointment for a mammography.
Why Vitamin D? You Really Need to Know!
Lubna Pal, MBBS, MRCOG, MS
What IS vitamin D, and why should you care? It turns out it’s more complicated than drinking milk or enjoying the sunshine. This session will explore why vitamin D is important for overall health, what causes Vitamin D deficiency, and what the implications are for your overall health. Vitamin D is important for calcium absorption, bone health, and immune functioning. In this workshop, you’ll learn simple strategies that will optimize your vitamin D absorption. Who knew?
Food For Your Heart – Fad and Fact
Alon Ronen, MD
One in two women in the United States dies of heart disease or stroke, while 1 in 30 dies of breast cancer. For women in midlife, taking action is particularly important. Once a woman reaches menopause, her risks of heart disease and heart attack jump dramatically. One in eight women between the ages of 45 and 64 has some form of heart disease and this increases to one in three women over 65. So what does this mean for you? Do you know what are the good and bad cholesterols (HDL and LDL) and triglycerides and why are they important? What are the appropriate levels? In this session, join the Co-director: Women at Heart program at St. Vincent’s Medical Center to learn about how your diet is affecting your cholesterol levels and how to eat to have the optimal levels for good heart health. Fad dietary supplements…they may be good for business but are they good for you?.
Financial Health: Smart Women Making Smart Choices
Joan Fisler, CFP™
What do you really need to know about your current finances, and how are you taking care of your future? Perhaps someone else has it “under control” in your household, but you have some questions. Perhaps you are soley responsible for your household’s finances. Either way, you are a smart woman and you need to make smart choices! Women typically live longer than men and are more conservative in their approach. Take control of your future now! During this class, you will learn about the various options for investing and why it is important to you. Questions and answers will follow.
Step Into Health
Sarah Collins, MS
Do you walk as part of your regular exercise program? Learn to make the most of your walks by improving your efficiency. Proper mechanics of arm swing, foot strike and gait patterns can make all the difference. Learn how to start an effective walking program for better health and optimal wellness. Those feet were made for walking!
Are You at Risk for Diabetes? 1 in 3 Americans Are…
Clare Flannery, M.D.
We are facing a national and global epidemic of diabetes and obesity. Women at risk of developing diabetes may have early signs. Are you or is someone in your family at risk? We will learn about the risks and symptoms of diabetes unique to women. This is a time to discuss your concerns about diabetes, its prevention and its treatment.
Thrill Me
Shelby Threloff and Jenna Keller
“Cause this is thriller… thriller night.” Jenna and Shelby provide a fun and entertaining breakout for people of all ages and skill levels. Come together and share in the love of dance, music, and of course “Thriller”. After a ten minute warm up, this class will break down the first few dance moves to Michael Jackson’s Thriller. Be sure to bring your workout clothes because this dance will get your feet moving and heart pumping!
4:00 pm
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