Pregnancy Outreach Program
The Pregnancy Outreach Program welcomes anyone with children under 6 years old. We offer free prenatal and early parenting support to women who experience health and lifestyle challenges during pregnancy. Services include: Aboriginal Infant Development and Aboriginal Supported Child Development workers who can help you learn about your child as they grow. Weekly food coupons during pregnancy and until baby is 6 months old, vitamin supplements, prenatal classes, breastfeeding education and support, infant massage, car seat checks by certified technicians, bus tickets to attend program services, monthly calendar of events that highlight regular activities such as our free lunch with guest speakers every Thursday at 11am, sewing, swimming, play groups and special events.
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Regular hours: Monday to Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm except Thursdays closed at 2:00pm
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| Referral protocol | self, physician, specialist, health professional, school personnel, Ministry of Children & Family Development |
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| Currently accepting new patients / clients | Currently accepting new patients / clients |
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This program was last updated on: 02 Nov 2020.
