Sidney Health Center 2022 Baby Annual

Sidne y Health Center Baby Ann ual 2022

Sidney Health Center OB/GYN and Newborn Care Services Team

Choose to Deliver Your Baby at Sidney Health Center:

• Routine and High Risk Obstetrics

• Infertility Management

• Comfortable Birthing Rooms

• Fully Trained OB Nursing Staff

• 24-Hour Anesthesia Service

• 24-Hour Obstetrical Coverage

• Newborn Care

• Lactation Counseling

OB and Nursery Staff - Back (l to r): Marianne Norby, CNA; Ashley Leafty, RN; Katie Turnbull, RN and Tayler Fischer, RN. Front (l to r): Tami Larson, RN and Jennifer Reid, RN. Not Pictured: Amanda Hanson, RN; Jenna McBride, RN; Derian Aguilar, CNA; Kay Buckles, CNA; Halie Knight, CNA; Erin Owens, CNA and Maryssa Scheetz, CNA.

OB/GYN Clinic Staff - (l to r): Caycee Hermanson, RN; Lindsey Dynneson, LPN; Cindy Irigoin, RN; Alexandria Davis, Medical Assistant

Lisa Ross, MD OB/GYN Delivery

Maula Tambi, MD OB/GYN Delivery

Kristan Adams, MD OB/GYN

Susan Swayne, MD Pediatric Medicine Newborn Care

Krista Frank, FNP Women’s Health

Wendy Wiltzen, FNP Women’s Health

From the desk of the CEO

Greetings,

With great joy I am happy to announce that more than 200 families living in the MonDak region chose Sidney Health Center to welcome their little ones into the world. This publication features all the babies that were delivered from January 1 – December 31, 2022.*

It is no surprise that healthcare has changed considerably over the past three years. Despite the many changes, Sidney Health Center remains committed to providing safe and quality care for you and your family. In fact, this year our dedicated OB department implemented a new postpartum hemorrhage cart for moms who require emergent care due to excessive bleeding following a delivery. A full article is featured in this edition recognizing the efforts taken to implement the emergency cart.

In addition, Sidney Health Center participated in a mobile simulation training through the Montana Obstetrics and Maternal Support (MOMS) grant to help prepare staff for rare obstetric emergencies. Tami Larson, OB Unit Chair completed the 6-month professional course, which allowed physicians, nurses and support staff to participate in this hands-on learning experience.

The labor and delivery unit provides a gentle reminder that with new life there is hope and inspiration for a brighter future. I encourage you to thumb through the pages of this year’s edition of the baby annual. Not only does it serve as a wonderful memory book for parents and grandparents, it features several articles related to health and wellness by local professionals. There are tips and resources as well as accomplishments and changes that we have made to provide the best experience for you and your loved ones. All the information is intended to help you live your best life so that you can raise strong, healthy families.

They say it takes a village to raise a child. Our mission is to help you achieve your highest level of health and well-being. From birth to end of life, Sidney Health Center strives to provide quality care that is rarely found in communities our size. This publication is truly a reflection of the work we do in healthcare and the great communities we serve 24/7, 365 days a year!

Thanks so much for choosing Sidney Health Center in your healthcare journey. It is our pleasure to serve you and your family for generations to come.

Best regards,

Jen Doty, CEO

*Only parents who gave permission for their newborns to be photographed with publicized birth information are featured in this booklet.

Elliana Rae Durham

Born: 1/3/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 4oz.

Daughter of Annabelle and JJ Durham of Sidney, MT

Babies of 2022

Lyric Thomas Roberts

Born: 1/9/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 10oz.

Son of Jenny Idland and Jeffrey Roberts of Circle, MT

Leon Alexander Vantulden

Born: 1/4/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 1oz.

Son of Kyrah Harrison and Alexander Dean of Antelope, MT

Hadleigh Lynn Rice

Born: 1/5/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 5.1oz.

Daughter of Madison and Chandler Rice of Savage, MT

Bentley Charles Jefferson McGinnis

Born: 1/6/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 10oz.

Son of Jozi and Colby McGinnis of Fairview, MT

Huxley Rose Sorenson

Born: 1/9/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 12.6oz.

Daughter of Heather and Brent Sorenson of Fairview, MT

Andrew Vincent Schriver

Born: 1/18/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 1oz.

Son of Alyson and Brock Schriver of Fairview, MT

Bryer Ridge Hajek

Born: 1/13/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 14oz.

Son of Aspen and Austin Hajek of Glendive, MT

Huxton Leigh Hajek

Born: 1/13/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 11.4oz.

Son of Aspen and Austin Hajek of Glendive, MT

Kylo Jaymes Rains-Bucio

Born: 1/13/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 15oz.

Son of Kaylee Rains and Christian Bucio of Lambert, MT

Aurora Haven Sommerfeld

Born: 1/15/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 5oz.

Daughter of Jazmine and Zachary Sommerfeld of Sidney, MT

Ruxyn Vaira Beyer

Born: 1/21/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 13oz.

Son of Megan and James Beyer of Sidney, MT

Randy Dupree Johnston

Born: 1/22/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 1oz.

Son of Jackie Sonstegaard and Dylan Johnston of Fargo, ND

Callahan King O’Connor

Born: 1/25/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 14.5oz.

Son of Miranda and David O’Connor of Sidney, MT

Brynlee Kay Beery

Born: 1/27/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 15oz.

Daughter of Malori and David Beery of Richey, MT

Ryder James Zinke

Born: 2/3/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 11oz.

Son of BreAnna Rahn-Lowe and Eric Zinke of Plentywood, MT

Dani Bo Buxbaum

Born: 2/7/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 11oz.

Daughter of Kali Godfrey and Jace Buxbaum of Sidney, MT

Shiloh Ann Sansaver

Born: 2/9/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 11oz.

Daughter of JaNae and Matthew Sansaver of Lambert, MT

Silas Anthony Chandler

Born: 2/14/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 9oz.

Son of Michelle and Chance Chandler of Plentywood, MT

Joseph Moses Legg

Born: 2/18/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 12oz.

Son of Carrianne and John Legg of Fairview, MT

Adam Brian Knight

Born: 2/22/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 12.3oz.

Son of Amy Sult and Brian Knight of Sidney, MT

Hollis Shockman

Born: 2/22/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 6oz.

Son of Alyssa and Gabriel Shockman of Sidney, MT

Boone Duane Bieber

Born: 2/25/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 2.7oz.

Son of Emma and Sam Beiber of Sidney, MT

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Olivia Catherine Netzer

Born: 3/8/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 1oz.

Daughter of Sarah and Miles Netzer of Sidney, MT

Logan Zane Wortman

Born: 3/11/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 0.5oz.

Son of Katrina and Nathan Wortman of Sidney, MT

Picture Not Available

Kelliana Clare Premeaux

Born: 3/30/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 14oz.

Daughter of Cassandra Barry and Kelly Premeaux of Outlook, MT

Austin Wayne Willson

Born: 3/31/2022

Weight: 10lbs. 6.4oz.

Son of Abigail Nielson and Bradly Wilson of Watford City, ND

Oscar Philip Petrik

Born: 3/15/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 2oz.

Son of Nikki Mullin and Kale Petrik of Sidney, MT

Eleanor Elizabeth Thorp

Born: 2/25/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 8oz.

Daughter of Bailey and Craig Thorp of Watford City, ND

Lucy Lola Mueller

Born: 3/8/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 7.8oz.

Daughter of Sara McMillen and Brandon Mueller of Sidney, MT

Jayden Lee Menz

Born: 3/31/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 14.4oz.

Son of Ellyn Plain Bull and Dustin Menz of Fort Kipp, MT

Bellamy Soleil Anderson

Born: 3/20/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 7.6oz.

Daughter of Alicia Anderson of Fairview, MT

Brexten Riley Wyrick

Born: 3/20/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 14oz.

Son of Ashley Hawk and Chandler Wyrick of Baker, MT

Henry James Conner

Born: 4/1/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 1oz.

Son of Coystal and Aaron Conner of Glendive, MT

Kavan Oliver Wolfe

Born: 4/2/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 8oz.

Son of Tiffany and Kurtlin Wolfe of New Town, ND

Born: 4/3/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 7oz.

Daughter of Kaila and Tanner Roth of Sidney, MT

Born: 4/8/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 13.4oz.

Daughter of Kelsee and Trevor Campbell of Sidney, MT

Remi LaRay Schipman

Born: 4/9/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 2.3oz.

Daughter of Taylor and Tanner Schipman of Lambert, MT

Born: 4/21/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 12oz.

Daughter of Shanna Robertson and Delaine Young of Poplar, MT

Born: 4/22/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 3.5oz.

Daughter of Melanie Ferguson and Coby Walker of Poplar, MT

Ailsa Frey Elkins

Born: 4/23/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 2oz.

Daughter of Ashley and Lehi Elkins of Sidney, MT

Born: 4/27/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 4.1oz.

Son of Quincy and Tyler Walter of Circle, MT

Lincoln

Born: 4/29/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 3oz.

Son of Michelle and Dustin of Sidney, MT

Penelope Rey Denetclaw

Born: 4/30/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 4.2oz.

Daughter of Brittany and Cody Denetclaw of Watford City, ND

Annie Jane Whittemore

Born: 5/10/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 7oz.

Daughter of Sierra and Eric Whittemore of Sidney, MT

Born: 5/12/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 13oz.

Son of Carla and Lee Reuter of Savage, MT

Hudson Blake Berry

Born: 5/15/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 15oz.

Son of Nicole and Luke Berry of Cartwright, ND

Cori June Vitt

Born: 5/30/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 1oz.

Daughter of Sierra and Cody Vitt of Fairview, MT

Rhodes Kelly Loder

Born: 5/31/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 12oz.

Son of Amy and Greg Loder of Sidney, MT

Londyn Reigh Friend

Born: 6/1/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 5.9oz.

Daughter of Stephanie and Troy Friend of Fairview, MT

Luna Maria Chavez-Wilhelm

Born: 6/3/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 11.8oz.

Daughter of Brianna and Austin Wilhelm of Sidney, MT

Lana Evelyn Trudell

Born: 6/7/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 2.4oz.

Daughter of Andrijana and Chad Trudell of Fairview, MT

Rhyate Allen Johansen

Born: 6/13/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 15oz.

Son of Erin and Allen Johansen of Plentywood, MT

Eli Jawn BuckElk

Born: 6/19/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 4oz.

Son of April BuckElk of Brockton, MT

Eliza Dawn BuckElk

Born: 6/19/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 10.1oz.

Daughter of April BuckElk of Brockton, MT

Revvick Carl Reuter

Kayce Rodney Walter

Clementine Bexley Ferguson-Walker

Athena Elaine Robertson

Alayah Melodie Campbell

Kollins Lynn Roth

New Protocols Adopted for Postpartum Hemorrhaging

In April 2022, Tami Larson and Jennifer Reid represented Sidney Health Center’s Obstetrics Department on an educational quality of care panel at the 2022 Montana Perinatal Conference in Chico Hot Springs. Both are long-standing registered nurses in the maternity ward at Sidney Health Center and presented the successful implementation of a hemorrhage cart with protocols.

A hemorrhage cart is a cart that is supplied and ready for postpartum hemorrhage emergencies. The well-stocked cart allows clinical staff to have quick access to equipment, supplies and medications needed for moms who are at risk for excessive bleeding following a delivery. The cart helps staff provide care quickly and in a safe professional manner.

To get the cart up and going, Larson researched what was needed in the cart and how other hospitals stock them. After researching, she worked collaboratively with physicians, pharmacy and nursing to ensure the cart was properly stocked with the necessary instruments, medications and educational tools to treat an emergency hemorrhage.

The cart is fully stocked and stored in the supply closet. If a patient is identified with a history of postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) or displays risk factors, the cart is placed outside of the patient’s room during delivery. To standardize the use of the cart, flashcards are included to guide nurses through a risk assessment, stages of PPH, utilization of medications and when to request assistance from other departments such as lab or respiratory therapy.

Through education and simulated trainings, the clinical staff practices the protocols and becomes familiar with the medications and supplies on the cart. The flashcards make the process straight forward and helps to ensure safe, quality care in an emergent situation.

“We have experienced tremendous support from physicians and administration with the hemorrhage cart,” exclaimed Larson. “It’s very rewarding to streamline a process to ensure safe quality care is always a priority for our expecting moms. We have already started working on our next collaborative, which is hypertension in OB. I’m very excited to see the changes and improvements that will come with this initiative.”

Four Sidney Health Center nurses, including Larson and Reid, participated in the Montana Perinatal Quality Collaborative (MPQC) to implement the Alliance in Maternal Health (AIM) Obstetric Hemorrhage Patient Safety Bundle. Since the implementation of the cart, OB has utilized the cart a couple of times. It can also be easily transported to the ER or surgery department if there is an emergency hemorrhage in their respective area.

Sidney Health Center is proud to be a part of MPQC and dedicated to continually improving and evolving patientcentered care. MPQC is a network of maternal and infant care providers and public health professionals working toward improving health outcomes for birthing mothers and babies. AIM is a national data-driven maternal safety and quality improvement initiative focused on reducing preventable maternal morbidity and mortality.

Born: 6/20/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 5oz.

Son of Megan and Cody Johnson of Sidney, MT

Born: 6/22/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 4oz.

Daughter of Jessica and John Dockweiler of Sidney, MT

Born: 6/26/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 0oz.

Daughter of Rachel Escarcega and Joshua Martell, Sr. of Wolf Point, MT

Born: 6/27/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 5oz.

Son of Andrea and Austyn Mindt of Sidney, MT

Born: 7/2/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 13oz.

Son of MaKayla and Marshall Donahue of Sidney, MT

Jovi Jean Larson

Born: 7/2/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 7.6oz.

Daughter of Morgan and Braxten Larson of Sidney, MT

Rayne Aliza Marie Donald

Born: 7/7/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 11oz.

Daughter of Tylar and Sean Donald of Libby, MT

Teddy William Lander

Born: 7/12/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 2oz.

Son of Alyssa and Ryan Lander of Sidney, MT

Anna Rose Bowman

Born: 7/14/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 13.9oz.

Daughter of Stephanie and Darek Bowman of Vida, MT

Talia Joe Pennington

Born: 7/14/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 9.2oz.

Daughter of McKen-z and Charlie Pennington of Sidney, MT

Born: 7/19/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 14.9oz.

Daughter of Danika Brown and Alex Moran of Williston, ND

Hudson Isla Martin

Born: 7/19/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 9oz.

Daughter of Kendra and Jeremy Martin of Sidney, MT

Lucas Michael Roth

Born: 7/20/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 11oz.

Son of Tari Syth and Nathan Roth of Sidney, MT

Cece Denise Ullmer

Born: 7/22/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 8oz.

Daughter of Elise and AJ Ullmer of Bainville, MT

Amiiah Faith Romberg

Born: 7/23/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 8oz.

Daughter of Rebecca Sexton and James Romberg of Medicine Lake, MT

Born: 7/30/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 5oz.

Daughter of Tiffany Stevens and Levi Engh of Plentywood, MT

Tyson Dane Dupree

Born: 7/30/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 15oz.

Son of Kelly Tuttle and Jestin Dupree of Poplar, MT

Rhett Otto Schroeder

Born: 7/31/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 8oz.

Son of Rylee and Cody Schroeder of Crane, MT

Canzas Carlan King

Born: 8/2/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 1oz.

Daughter of Miranda and Charles King of Medicine Lake, MT

Wrenley Ann Buxbaum

Born: 8/5/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 8.2oz.

Daughter of Hailey and Darran Buxbaum of Sidney, MT

Gwen Mary Cecilia Engh

Rae’Von Larae Martell

Barrett Michael Mindt

Alden William Donahue

Evelyn Mae Dockweiler

Brooklyn Jo Moran

Brooks Gunnar Johnson

Prestan Walter Hekkel

Born: 8/8/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 5oz.

Son of Lana and Christian Hekkel of Sidney, MT

Jordan Killian Walikonis

Born: 8/10/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 11oz.

Son of Tiffany and Joseph Walikonis of Williston, ND

Luna Jade Hurley

Born: 8/12/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 8oz.

Daughter of Micah Hurley and Durango Ellis of Fairview, MT

Jasper Lee Grove

Born: 8/19/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 5oz.

Son of Courtney and Christopher Grove of Plentywood, MT

Waverley Banks Dietrich

Born: 8/22/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 7oz.

Daughter of Arial and John Dietrich of Watford City, ND

Bow Daniel Lawrance

Born: 8/24/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 15.5oz.

Son of Katherine and Daniel Lawrance of Savage, MT

Joyce Kay Prewitt

Born: 8/24/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 9oz.

Daughter of Deborah and Chase Prewitt of Fairview, MT

Chloe Bertha Desjarlais

Born: 8/26/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 12oz.

Daughter of Amanda Horn and Shane Desjarlais of Sidney, MT

Weight: 6lbs. 14oz.

Son of Dulcy Onstad and Orrin Rost of Plentywood, MT

Lucien Muninn Boeshore

Born: 9/4/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 15oz.

Son of Tania and Jason Boeshore of Sidney, MT

Zelda Bea Parsons

Born: 9/6/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 6.2oz.

Daughter of Adrianne Bryant and Blake Parsons of Sidney, MT

Mary Christine Gieser

Born: 9/8/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 9.5oz.

Daughter of Regina and Daniel Gieser of Sidney, MT

Taylen Anne Brown

Born: 9/8/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 0.8oz.

Daughter of Tori and Landen Brown of Sidney, MT

Abigail Rose Hall

Born: 9/14/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 11.5oz.

Daughter of Falisha Flowers and Hugh Hall of Williston, ND

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Emmylou Fay Orpin

Born: 9/20/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 2oz.

Daughter of Jessica and Sam Orpin of Sidney, MT

Oliver Stylz Ruuti

Born: 9/20/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 12.4oz.

Son of Ashley Hurlbut and Jay Ruuti of Williston, ND

Adam Russell Stordahl

Born: 9/21/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 12.5oz.

Son of Amy and Joshua Stordahl of Sidney, MT

Walker Dean Johnson

Born: 9/22/2022

Weight: 10lbs. 4.6oz.

Son of Leah and Matthew Johnson of Sidney, MT

Will Ryder Peterson

Born: 9/14/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 0oz.

Son of Jennifer and Ryder Peterson of Sidney, MT

Caroline Kaye Clausen

Born: 9/25/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 5oz.

Daughter of Katherine and Casey Clausen of Lambert, MT

Born: 9/28/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 0oz.

Daughter of Cassidy Christensen and Garrett Backman of Culbertson, MT

Born: 9/30/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 0oz.

Daughter of Samantha Droke and Robert Urias of Williston, ND

Born: 10/1/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 4.3oz.

Son of Megan and Chad Albin of Sidney, MT

Born: 10/1/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 4oz.

Son of Kataira and Paul Martin of Watford City, ND

Born: 10/3/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 11.8oz.

Daughter of Cayla Norby and Travis Wulf of Sidney, MT

Eloise Twyla Ler

Born: 10/4/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 13.5oz.

Daughter of Stephanie and Brandon Ler of Savage, MT

David Ashton Jerome Orcutt

Born: 10/11/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 8oz.

Son of Morgan Ferguson and Daniel Orcutt of Poplar, MT

Veronica Julianna Morales

Born: 10/13/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 2oz.

Daughter of Veronica Moreno and Javier Morales of Fairview, MT

Drew Semming Flakne

Born: 10/14/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 5.2oz.

Son of Shelby and Chad Flakne of Plentywood, MT

Stetson Michael Flickinger

Born: 10/21/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 0oz.

Son of Tawnee and Tyson Flickinger of Outlook, MT

Freya Lillian Faye Kinney

Born: 10/26/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 12.9oz.

Daughter of Amanda Kinney of Bainville, MT

Waylon Iverson Grace

Born: 10/27/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 6oz.

Son of Sierra and Micheal Grace of Sidney, MT

Iola Carletta Walking Eagle

Born: 11/2/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 2.6oz.

Daughter of Ayesha Birdinground and Hunter Walking Eagle of Brockton, MT

Harlee Ree Sears

Born: 11/6/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 10oz.

Daughter of Presley and Michael Sears of Poplar, MT

Trynlee Shaye Voss

Born: 11/8/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 7oz.

Daughter of Taylor and Cody Voss of Sidney, MT

Born: 11/9/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 4oz.

Daughter of Catherine and Josh Larson of Williston, ND

Hayden Michael Dunn

Born: 11/11/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 0oz.

Son of Megan and Clint Dunn of Sidney, MT

Sage Alexander Bice

Born: 11/12/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 1oz.

Son of Jenna and William Bice of Plentywood, MT

Rowdy Robert Lebsock

Born: 11/14/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 14oz.

Son of Karley Jones and Ryan Lebsock of Sidney, MT

Ty Wesley Aus

Born: 11/15/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 15.6oz.

Son of Chandler and Craig Aus of Plentywood, MT

Hoyt Allen Martin

Mia RaeAnn Wulf

Colt Robert Albin

Spenser Rae Urias

Olive Scott Larson

Cameron Faith Backman

Nursing Student Shares Love of Crochet

For years volunteers have generously donated their time and talents to the patients and staff at Sidney Health Center. In the Labor and Delivery unit, volunteers have donated knit hats, clothes, blankets and more. Many families who have their baby at Sidney Health Center have been treated to an extra special gift thanks to Malisa Reed.

About 10 years ago, Malisa was running a side crochet business called The Boston Bean Collection, named after her son Boston, where she sold hats, stuffed animals and more. Malisa sold the adorable collection of hats through social media and at craft shows.

“I was making more than I needed to make and decided to do something nice with them,” stated Malisa. Luckily, Malisa chose to reach out to Sidney Health Center. She contacted the OB department and inquired about donating her newborn hats. To her delight, the maternity ward was pleased to accept the gifts for their newborn families.

“At first, it started off with a few hats here and there and then I tried to keep up with all the babies that they were expecting. I absolutely loved crocheting them and coming up with new designs for the babies,” explained Malisa.

The donated hats include a variety of cute styles from animals to holidays to button style and more. “Our patients love receiving the hats,” shared Nursery Unit Chair Jennifer Reid, RN. “It makes them feel special to receive such a heartfelt gift.”

Malisa’s love of crochet came from her grandmother, Nancy Christmann, who crocheted Afghans for her granddaughters.

“She always had a project going and had her yarn out. I spent a lot of time at her house when I was younger and decided to try to crochet,” Malisa shared. “She taught some of us how to make a chain, and we would sit and crochet these long chains forever. Finally, she taught me how to move up to the next row and the love for it never went away.”

The gifts and lessons have become family heirlooms. “My grandmother was able to crochet my son a baby Afghan and it is something I treasure. Unfortunately, her dementia started getting bad and she struggled to crochet like she used to. I am so happy I can keep her talent going. She was always a big fan of the hats I made.”

Currently, Malisa is working toward becoming a registered

nurse. In 2009, she started as a Certified Nurse Assistant at Extended Care working for a couple years before taking time to focus on her son after he was born. When Boston started school, Malisa felt the calling of healthcare once again. She worked at Extended Care, with Personal Assistance and now as a UAP (unlicensed assistive person) on the Med/ Surg unit while she finishes nursing school.

Malisa is enrolled in the Miles Community College ASN program and is expected to graduate in May 2023. “As a wife and parent, it was important for me to stay close to home while finishing my schooling,” stated Malisa. “All my lectures are through zoom, and I am able to perform my clinicals at Sidney Health Center.”

Once Malisa passes her nursing board, she plans to continue working in her new role as a registered nurse on the Med/Surg unit. As no surprise, she has also expressed an interest in being cross-trained in the Labor and Delivery area.

“When I did my clinical in Labor and Delivery, a couple of the babies were wearing the hats I made. To see that truly warmed my heart,” shared Malisa. “I also love when someone shares a photo of their baby in one of the hats I made and donated. That has always been a wonderful feeling to see how happy the parent is and how cute the baby is in the hat.”

Sidney Health Center is fortunate to have Malisa as a part of our nursing care team. Her continuous generosity is a blessing to those we serve and true testament of providing “Exceptional Care for Life.”

Koda Mateo Rost

Born: 11/16/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 3.4oz.

Son of Melani and Tristan Rost of Glendive, MT

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Thorin Jwest Heigert

Born: 11/16/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 0oz.

Son of Kierra Heigert and Bryan Nolan of Watford City, ND

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Wahkiya Xavier GreyBear

Born: 11/18/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 12oz.

Son of Coral GreyBear and Charles Bieber of Wolf Point, MT

Ari Craig Aamoth

Born: 11/19/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 3.3oz.

Son of Delanee and Avery Aamoth of Sidney, MT

Jaci Jo Birch

Born: 11/20/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 2.8oz.

Daughter of Chrissy and Matthew Birch of Williston, ND

Barrett Leo Nietz

Born: 11/21/2022

Weight: 9lbs. 2oz.

Son of Michele and Dustin Nietz of Williston, ND

Scarlett Noreen Oas

Born: 11/22/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 12oz.

Daughter of Kristina Henson and Levi Oas of Sidney, MT

Fern Eyvon Wagner

Born: 11/28/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 14oz.

Daughter of Carol Chandler and Evan Wagner of Outlook, MT

Austin Lange of Sidney, MT

Theodore Allen Mathers V

Born: 12/3/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 15oz.

Son of McKenzee Smith-Emly and Theodore Mathers IV of Williston, ND

Echo Octavia Gerten

Born: 12/4/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 14.5oz.

Daughter of Martha and Travis Gerten of Sidney, MT

Hazlynn Ray Hartsoch

Born: 12/7/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 10oz.

Daughter of Ezaria and Christopher Hartsoch of Froid, MT

Lillian Leigh Sumption

Born: 12/8/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 5.6oz.

Daughter of Brianna and James Sumption of Sidney, MT

Piper Lynn Burton

Born: 12/9/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 0.9oz.

Daughter of Zoya Christophersen and Johnathan Burton of Plentywood, MT

Stetson Wayne Raveling

Born: 12/9/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 0.5oz.

Son of Amanda and Shane Raveling Jr. of Sidney, MT

Colter Lee Angvick

Born: 12/11/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 10oz.

Son of Sarah and Mark Angvick of Plentywood, MT

Avery Jo Renders

Born: 12/12/2022

Weight: 5lbs. 12oz.

Daughter of McKyla Mayer and Bradley Renders of Sidney, MT

Leif William Weltikol

Born: 12/12/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 7.6oz.

Son of Crystal and Levi Weltikol of Sidney, MT

Bexley Skye Roth

Born: 12/14/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 15.9oz.

Daughter of Shelby and Bryan Roth of Arnegard, ND

Gabriel Rey Peña

Born: 12/14/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 10oz.

Son of Melissa Kissinger and Richardo Peña of Sidney, MT

Born: 12/15/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 7oz.

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Born: 12/17/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 8oz.

Son of Kate and Cole Gorder of Poplar, MT

Born: 12/18/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 2oz.

Born: 12/19/2022

Weight: 6lbs. 15oz.

Born: 12/20/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 2oz.

Son of Jessica Abeloe and Andrew Hextall of Plentywood, MT

Born: 12/21/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 9.7oz.

Born: 12/22/2022

Weight: 8lbs. 5oz.

Born: 12/31/2022

Weight: 7lbs. 15.2oz.

Daughter of Tessa Larson and Alexander Huschka of Williston, ND

Girls & 103 Boys

BexLee Ann Huschka

Lincoln Eldin Johnson

Son of Anessa Cayko and Kassidy Johnson of Fairview, MT

Leia Marie Barnhart

Daughter of Laura and Rocky Barnhart of Trenton, ND

Colson Rhodes Couture

Son of Brianne Sturgis and Anthony Couture of Sidney, MT

Thomas Michl Hextall

Gunner Cash Gorder

Delilah Jay VanBuren

Daughter of Sandra Goulette and Wyatt VanBuren of Sidney, MT

Forrest Antoine Fox

Son of Zoe Gunville and Travin Fox of Trenton, ND

The Big Benefit of Family Meals

There are many good reasons to make time to eat together as a family. Here are 6 of them.

Busy schedules have made it increasingly difficult to sit down to dinner as a family these days. In fact, over the past three decades, the number of meals families eat together has declined by more than 30%. But even if it’s not that easy to get everyone together for a meal, the benefits of eating together make it worth making family dinners a priority.

There are physical, mental and emotional benefits of eating together as a family.

Research shows that children who eat dinner with their family more often may reap these benefits:

• Better eating habits

• Reduced risk of weight problems

• Lower chance of depression, eating disorders, substance abuse or teen pregnancy

• Better academic performance

• Improved self esteem

• Higher-quality relationships with parents

Shared meals give families the opportunity to spend time together and reconnect with one another after a busy day. They help children feel secure and provide structure to their day. They improve communication and the sharing of values and ideas – and they contribute to the creation of traditions that tie families together.

When it comes to your child’s diet, a number of studies have found good reasons to get everyone to sit down for dinner together. This includes:

• Better nutrition. One survey found that kids ages 9-14 who ate with their families most frequently consumed higher amounts of important nutrients, like calcium, iron and fiber. They also ate more fruits and vegetables.

• More variety. Eating together provides more opportunity for parents to expose kids to new foods. This helps them develop better eating habits.

• Portion control. The average restaurant meal has 60% more calories than a meal made at home. Studies show that when more food is in front of us, we’re more likely to eat more. Parents can better control portions at home.

So the next time you’re tempted to head to the drive-thru on the way to one activity or another, think about why it may be time to move family dinners higher up on your list of priorities.

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MOMS Simulation Training

Mobile simulation training helps prepare staff for rare emergencies

In August, Sidney Health Center participated in a mobile simulation training through the Montana Obstetrics and Maternal Support (MOMS) grant to help prepare staff for rare obstetric (OB) emergencies.

Emergency and OB nursing staff along with physicians participated in the training exercise. It was a great training opportunity that relied on teamwork, quick thinking and learning in a fast-paced situation. Participating nursing staff and physicians commented that it was a great experience, and they appreciated the opportunity to take part in a very realistic, hands-on training.

Tami Larson, OB Unit Chair completed the 6-month professional course through the Simulation Leadership Academy, which qualified Sidney Health Center for the mobile simulation training and allowed 20 staff members to participate in the OB trauma emergency scenario.

The professional education course that Larson completed prepares maternal health care provider teams across Montana to design, implement, and evaluate medical and behavioral health simulations at their facilities. The MOMS program provides participating sites with a training manikin to ensure lack of equipment is not a barrier to routine simulation practice.

Sidney Health Center in partnership with MOMS is committed to continued improvement of maternal health care across the state. Collectively, we are all working to make “The Last Best Place” the best place to have a baby!

Nurture Nest Cafe

The Sidney Health Center Nurture Nest Cafe is held the second Tuesday of every month from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM in the Sidney Health Center OB/GYN Clinic Waiting Room located at 214 14th Ave SW.

A nurse will weigh your baby and answer any questions you may have. Nurture Nest Cafe is FREE and offered to families with babies newborn to 1 year. Information provided is a valuable resource for breastfeeding support, but is open to all families regardless of their feeding method. No appointment necessary.

ABOUT NURTURE NEST CAFE

The Nurture Nest Cafe is an opportunity to:

• Meet and speak with a Certified Lactation Counselor and/or mom/baby nurse

• Have your baby weighed and measured by a Registered Nurse

• Receive breastfeeding support and get expert advice about positioning, latching, establishing or managing milk supply, pumping, weaning and more

• Meet other moms and babies in the community

At 1 month of age, HepB (1-2 months),

• Bring questions and concerns regarding newborn cares and/or findings

At 2 months of age, HepB (1-2 months), DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio, and RV

2019 Recommended Immunizations for Children from Birth Through 6 Years Old

If you have any questions or would like more information, please reach out to the OB/GYN Clinic office at 406-488-2577.

At 4 months of age, DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio, and RV

At 6 months of age, HepB (6-18 months), DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio (6-18 months), RV, and Influenza (yearly, 6 months through 18 years)*

At 12 months of age, MMR (12-15 months), PCV (12-15 months)†, Hib (12-15 months), Varicella (12-15 months), HepA (12-23 months)§, and Influenza (yearly, 6 months through 18 years)*

At 1 month of age, HepB (1-2 months),

Recommended Immunizations for Children from Birth Through 6 Years Old

At 2 months of age, HepB (1-2 months), DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio, and RV

2019 Recommended Immunizations for Children from Birth Through 6 Years Old

At 4-6 years, DTaP, IPV, MMR, Varicella, and Influenza (yearly, 6 months through 18 years)*

At 4 months of age, DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio, and RV

At 6 months of age, HepB (6-18 months), DTaP, PCV, Hib, Polio (6-18 months), RV, and Influenza (yearly, 6 months through 18 years)*

At 12 months of age, MMR (12-15 months), PCV (12-15 months)†

Hib (12-15 months), Varicella (12-15 months), HepA (12-23 months)§, and Influenza (yearly, 6 months through 18 years)*

Is your family growing? To protect your new baby against whooping cough, get a Tdap vaccine. The recommended time is the 27th through 36th week of pregnancy. Talk to your doctor for more details.

At 4-6 years, DTaP, IPV, MMR, Varicella, and Influenza (yearly, 6 months through 18 years)*

Is your family growing? To protect your new baby against whooping cough, get a Tdap vaccine. The recommended time is the 27th through 36th week of pregnancy. Talk to your doctor for more details.

NOTE: If your child misses a shot, you don’t need to start over. Just go back to your child’s doctor for the next shot. Talk with your child’s doctor if you have questions about vaccines.

FOOTNOTES:

* Two doses given at least four weeks apart are recommended for children age 6 months through 8 years of age who are getting an influenza (flu) vaccine for the first time and for some other children in this age group.

§ Two doses of HepA vaccine are needed for lasting protection. The first dose of HepA vaccine should be given between 12 months and 23 months of age. The second dose should be given 6 months after the last dose. HepA vaccination may be given to any child 12 months and older to protect against hepatitis A. Children and adolescents who did not receive the HepA vaccine and are at high risk should be vaccinated against hepatitis A.

If your child has any medical conditions that put him at risk for infection or is traveling outside the United States, talk to your child’s doctor about additional vaccines that he or she may need.

See back page for more information on vaccine-preventable diseases and the vaccines that prevent them.

NOTE:

For more information, call toll-free 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636) or visit www.cdc.gov/vaccines/parents

If your child misses a shot, you don’t need to start over. Just go back to your child’s doctor for the next shot. Talk with your child’s doctor if you have questions about vaccines.

FOOTNOTES:

* Two doses given at least four weeks apart are recommended for children age 6 months through 8 years of age who are getting an influenza (flu) vaccine for the first time and for some other children in this age group.

§ Two doses of HepA vaccine are needed for lasting protection. The first dose of HepA vaccine should be given between 12 months and 23 months of age. The second dose should be given 6 months after the last dose. HepA vaccination may be given to any child 12 months and older to protect against hepatitis A. Children and adolescents who did not receive the HepA vaccine and are at high risk should be vaccinated against hepatitis A.

If your child has any medical conditions that put him at risk for infection or is traveling outside the United States, talk to your child’s doctor about additional vaccines that he or she may need.

See back page for more information on vaccine-preventable diseases and the vaccines that prevent them.

Same Day Clinic: Keeping you and your family healthy

Sidney Health Center’s Same Day Clinic is conveniently located in the Primary Care Clinic. The Same Day Clinic offers same-day appointments on a first come, first serve basis. Patients are encouraged to call 406-488-3963 during Same Day Clinic hours to schedule a time to be seen by the attending medical provider.

Patients can use the main Clinic Entrance on 14th Avenue Southwest in Sidney and check in at the clinic reception desk. This convenient clinic serves as an entry point for medical care at Sidney Health Center and is available to patients of all ages for immediate non-urgent problems.

• WEEKDAY CLINIC HOURS: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Caring for patients on weekdays are Joshua Deschaine, Physician Assistant and Adrianne Bryant, Physician Assistant to Dr. O. Pete Council, same day clinic medical director. Additional providers offer coverage as needed to help meet the needs of the community. The Same Day Clinic provides care for those who are seeking initial treatment for a variety of health conditions, including:

• Cold and flu symptoms

• Ear infections

• Sore throats

• Urinary tract infections

• Cuts, lacerations and wound care

• Sprains and initial broken bone assessments

• Abscess incisions and drainage

• Eye foreign body assessment

Patients that present with chronic health concerns may be referred for follow-up care to one of Sidney Health Center’s doctors or their primary care provider of choice.

Please note: Payment is due at the time of service. Sidney Health Center accepts all major credit cards, checks or cash.

Childbirth Class

The obstetric department also offers a One-Day Childbirth Class four times per year usually held in February, May, August and November.

Registered nurse instructors review the following topics: relaxation, anatomy and physiology of childbirth, types of delivery, anesthesia, breast feeding and child care. The session is free of charge.

If you would like more information about the Sidney Health Center obstetric department, please call 406.488.2146 or visit us online at www.sidneyhealth.org. To schedule an appointment with the OB/GYN Clinic, please call 406-488-2577.

PRIMARY CARE 406.488.2510

SAME DAY CLINIC 406.488.3963

MONDAK CLINIC 406.742.5261

EAR, NOSE & THROAT 406.488.2380

GENERAL SURGERY 406.488.2278

INTERVENTIONAL PAIN MANAGEMENT 406.488.2277

OB/GYN CLINIC 406.488.2577

ORTHOPEDIC SURGICAL SERVICES

406.488.2277

PODIATRIC MEDICINE FOOT & ANKLE SURGERY 406.488.2510

CANCER CARE

406.488.2504

AUDIOLOGY & HEARING AID 406.488.2184

IMAGING SERVICES 406.488.2168

ADVANCED AESTHETICS 406.742.5256

214 14th Ave SW • Sidney, MT Toll Free: 1-800-331-7575

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O. Pete Council, MD Family Medicine

Rajohn Karanjai, MD Internal & Sleep Medicine

Noel Nguewoun, MD Internal Medicine

Joshua Deschaine, PA Same Day Clinic

Adrianne Bryant, PA Same Day Clinic

Bert Lepel, PA Primary Care

Jacquelyn Free, FNP Primary Care

Patti Iversen, FNP Primary Care

Charlene Pontoriero, FNP Same Day Clinic

Sarah Farrow, AGNP Primary Care

Joan Turek, PA Primary Care

Jerome Kessler, MD Internal Medicine & Geriatrics

Ashley Anderson, AuD Audiology & Hearing Aid

Susan Swayne, MD Pediatric Medicine

Michael LaPan, DPM Podiatric Medicine Foot & Ankle Surgery

Jennifer Gravos, DPM Podiatric Medicine Foot & Ankle Surgery

MaluaTambi, MD Obstetrics & Gynecology

James Scott, MD Orthopedic Surgery

Eric Sigmond, MD Orthopedic Surgery

Wendy Wiltzen, FNP Women’s Health

Krista Frank, FNP Women’s Health

Janie Darby, FNP Orthopedic Medicine

Leszek Jaszczak, MD Radiology

John Morgan, MD Radiology

Jennifer Adams, MD Radiology

Shari Twigg, MD Aesthetic Medicine

Ralf Kiehl, MD Radiation Oncology

Chad Pedersen, MD Medical Oncology

Brett Bennion, MD Otolaryngology

Douglas Dawson, MD Otolaryngology

Patricia Cantrell, PA-C Ear, Nose & Throat

Peter Deveaux, MD General Surgery

Deborah Harris, DO General Surgery

Christine Hoglund, DO Interventional Pain Management

Kristan Adams, MD Obstetrics & Gynecology

Lisa Ross, MD Obstetrics & Gynecology

Stork Dinner

It’s your choice… Dine-In or Take-Home. When you choose Sidney Health Center to deliver your baby, our Food Service Team understands the pressure of going home and settling in. To ease the pressure of making a meal or feeding your family, we implemented a dinner option prior to going home.

“We really wanted to enhance the experience for the parents and decided to start offering a Stork Dinner. The Food Service team came up with the idea of offering the choice of a Dinner for Two or a Family Pizza Dinner,” stated Jennifer Mercer, Senior Executive of Patient Experience.

The Dinner for Two option includes an entrée choice of NY Strip Steak, Alaskan Salmon or Chicken Breast served with a pick of potato or rice, side salad and sparkling juice. Families also have the option to choose the Family Pizza Dinner, which is a great opportunity to take a meal home for the whole family. Menu choices include a variety of pizza toppings, beverages and cookies.

Some of our patients have expressed their appreciation by completing a patient survey and giving a “Shout Out” to our amazing Food Service Team:

“Every kitchen staff member I met was very nice and helpful. Our ‘Stork Dinner’ was awesome!”

“The special meal after birth was so special to us! Thank you!”