Pre- and Postnatal Health
Congratulations! If you have found your way to this page on our website, it is because you are pregnant or have just had a new baby! We are happy you are here!
Who are we? The PQCHC Healthy Start Parent Support Team
Our team includes a parent support worker, dietician and registered nurse/international board certified lactation consultant who work together to provide free, in person and virtual support for families. This team can support you during your pregnancy, and throughout your parenting journey with opportunities for education, connecting with other pregnant parents and free breastfeeding support.
Please review the services below to find the support you need. If you have any questions, please contact parent.ed@pqchc.com and you will be connected with the appropriate staff member.
Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program
Eating well and taking care of yourself during pregnancy is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and your baby. The Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program at PQCHC can help you to have a healthier pregnancy, meet other pregnant women and new moms and have some fun in the kitchen!
Our team hosts weekly sessions where you can make and try easy, delicious recipes and discuss topics related to pregnancy, nutrition, labour/delivery, breastfeeding, and newborn care. Our team is here to support you in a community setting and help you get ready for parenthood.
Transportation vouchers are available as needed, and grocery gift cards are provided for weekly attendance at this program. Childcare for other children under school age is also provided as needed.
You are able to register for this program at any point during your pregnancy and stay in the program until your baby is six months old. Our staff speak both English and French.
For more information on our CPNP program, please contact 613-820-4922 ext. 3562.
Registration is also available at the link below:
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Prenatal Breastfeeding Workshop
Join our RN/IBCLC for a workshop focused on providing pregnant families with the information they need to have a positive breastfeeding experience. Topics include: how you make milk for your baby, how to handle common breastfeeding challenges and how to access community resources for breastfeeding support.
This workshop is:
Free
Offered monthly, Wednesday evenings
Virtually (on zoom)
In person at main PQ site
A great way to feel more confident about breastfeeding your baby and connect with breastfeeding support before your baby arrives
For more information on this workshop, please email parent.ed@pqchc.com
Registration is required using the link below:
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Preparing for Parenting Workshops
Join our RN/IBCLC monthly for online parenting workshops on topics such as
Labour and delivery basics
Infant sleep tips and tricks
Bringing your baby home, the first 0-3 months
Building a good milk supply for your baby.
Our parent support worker and dietician also offer workshops such as:
Making your own baby food
Infant massage
Having a healthy pregnancy
Baby’s developmental milestones
Infant and child attachment (Make the connection).
Click the link below to register for these excellent workshops!
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Free Breastfeeding Support
Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre runs a free breastfeeding support program through phone appointments or in-person. Clients can book an initial telephone appointment online where they will review their history and breastfeeding concerns with a registered nurse/international board certified lactation consultant. During this call, breast pump loans can be arranged and in person appointments can be booked, as needed.
Please click the link below to book a telephone appointment:
Breastfeeding appointment bookings
Please note, a health card is required to book an appointment online. If you do not have a health card or if you are unable to book on-line, we can assist you. Please call 613-820-4922 X3604 or email breastfeeding@pqchc.com and a staff member will contact you to book. All are welcome!