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
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!
Through weekly sessions, our team helps you can make easy, delicious recipes and discuss topics related to pregnancy, nutrition, labour/delivery, breastfeeding, and newborn care to get you ready for parenthood.
Transportation vouchers available as needed
Grocery gift cards are provided for weekly attendance
Childminding for siblings under school age provided
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.
To register click the link below:
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Prenatal Breastfeeding Workshop
Join our RN/IBCLC for a free workshop focused on providing pregnant families with information to feel more confident and connected about breastfeeding before baby arrives. This workshop is offered virtually and in-person.
You will learn:
How to make milk for your baby
Common breastfeeding challenges and how to navigate them
Community resources for breastfeeding support
Registration is required using the link below:
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Preparing for Parenting Workshops
Our team of early years profressionals offers a variety of parenting workhsops to support your parenting journey. These virtual and in-person workshops cover 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.
Making your own baby food
Infant massage
Baby’s developmental milestones
Infant and child attachment
Click the link below to register for these excellent workshops!
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Feeding Foundations - Breastfeeding Your Baby with Confidence from the Start:
Join our nurse/lactation consultant for a FREE weekly virtual group for breastfeeding parents 36 weeks pregnant and above. Meeting with professionals BEFORE baby arrives can help you prepare for breastfeeding, learn about hand expression and increase your confidence with infant feeding before baby's arrival. You will also have the opportunity to book 1:1 phone or in person session with the RN/IBCLC prenatally.
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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!