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• well-child visits including comprehensive physical examinations, age-appropriate vaccinations, growth and development monitoring, vision and hearing screenings, nutritional counselling, safety guidance, etc.
• pediatric consultation
• sick child care (can offer same-day appointment)
• specialized care for specific health concerns including asthma, allergies, behavioural issues, developmental delays, and chronic conditions
• preventative care
• breastfeeding resources for nursing mothers

Provides comprehensive care for women throughout normal pregnancy, labour and birth, and for both women and their babies for up to six weeks following the birth (postpartum care) * midwives can order all tests and ultrasounds, and most medications pertaining to healthy, low-risk pregnancies * for more information about registered midwives, visit the College of Midwives of Ontario

Public Health Nurses provide counselling and resources for people before and during pregnancy and after the birth of their baby up to age six

Contact a Public Health Nurse:

• Speak to a public health nurse
  Call 311 or 905-825-6000
  Mon-Fri 8:30 am-4:30 pm
  
  
• Email a public health nurse
  [email protected]
  A nurse will respond within 1 business day

Pregnancy and Prenatal Health

• Halton Online Prenatal Classes
• Healthy Babies Healthy Children
• Halton Prenatal Nutrition Program

Breastfeeding

• Prenatal Breastfeeding Class (Virtual)
• Halton Breastfeeding Connection (Parent-to-Parent phone support)

Parenting

• Halton Parenting and Supports
• Kids & Me Drop-In Neighbourhood Groups
• Healthy Babies Healthy Children
• Triple P (Online)

A free home visiting program for parents to be and families with young children (birth to start of school) who may need some extra support. HBHC provides parents with information and guidance on how to:

• have a healthy pregnancy
• feed their child
• help their child learn and grow
• keep their child safe
• build a positive relationship with their child
• take care of their health and well-being
• connect with services and supports in their community

This is a free, weekly program for parents who are pregnant until baby is 6 months old

HPNP offers:

• A welcoming environment for young pregnant parents, families new to Canada or new to their community and those needing extra support
• An opportunity to learn about pregnancy and parenting
• A connection to services available in the community
• A healthy meal each week, and help accessing healthy foods and vitamins; and
• A chance to meet other parents and make new friends

Partners with individuals, community organizations, schools and Oakville Christian churches to minister through food drives, provision of meals, group projects and family programs, including:

• Food Market
• Community Meals
• Youth Programs
• Childrens Programs
• Summer Programs
• Neighbour Care Network

Income Tax preparation

• contact for details

Christmas Wonders and Beyond

• provides relief for families during the holiday season

Halton Region - Kid's N' Me Program

• Parent-child activities including crafts, toys, circle time, the Book Nook and an opportunity to meet other parents and children
• Thu 9:30 am-11 am (Market time is also available for registered KSM Kid's N' Me participants)

Halton Region - Prenatal Nutrition Program

• Free weekly program for pregnant parents or with an infant up to 6 weeks old
• delivered by a public health nurse, learn how to have a healthy pregnancy, supporting successful labour and birth, baby health and development and more
• Thu 11 am-1 pm (Market time is also available for registered KSM Prenatal participants)

Prenatal Classes

• listing of virtual prenatal classes and other online resources available to expectant parents
• in-person classes in community through Bridgeway Family Centre https://bridgewaycentre.ca/program/prenatal-classes/

• families connected with public health nurses who make home visits
• program is voluntary and families can leave program at any time

Provides pregnancy and child health information

For free child and family programs operated by local service providers throughout Peel Region use the Ontario, EarlyON Find a Location Website; supports for parents and make connections with other parents www.ontario.ca/page/find-earlyon-child-and-family-centre

Public Health Website offers information about pregnancy, caring for newborn babies and breastfeeding

Programs and Services - free programs and services for parents and parents-to-be including prenatal classes (in person or online), instructional videos on breastfeeding, and information on parenting issues and resources

Breastfeeding Support

• telephone consultations by Peel Public Health nurses
• home visits or clinic appointments can also be arranged by calling Peel Public Health
  
  
  
  

Early years resources and parenting support services, including online directory of services (some programs in partnership with other agencies)

EarlyON Child and Family Centres
Drop-in program at various locations for parents/caregivers with children birth-6 years, in person and online

• prenatal classes
• parent/caregiver and child activities
• Postpartum Mood Disorder program (PMD)
• access to early childhood development professionals
• parent education programs and support services
• information and referral
• opportunity to connect with other families

Healthy Start, [email protected], 647-702-6175
Prenatal program for pregnant individuals looking for extra support

• breastfeeding support
• parent education including what to expect during pregnancy, self care - including mental health, infant care and safety, bonding with baby, healthy eating
• one-on-one consultation with social worker and dietitian
• referrals to community services
• will received healthy meal/snack, prenatal vitamins, grocery gift cards

Growing Together in Peel, [email protected]
Child-focused programs for families with low income who are looking for extra support

• family programs such as KidsCan Cook (2-6 years) and Family Kitchen (birth-6 years)
• nutrition information and help with learning to prepare healthy low cost meals
• weekly nutritious meal prepared and shared by participants
• education and emotional support
• opportunities for networking and information
• child minding available for participants

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group, [email protected]

• facilitated by registered social worker, contact Jodi Rouah
• topics include different types of loss, stages and symptoms of loss and grief, possible triggers and coping strategies, how to cope with comments/questions from others, and types of support
• open to moms only - ask that partners and children do not attend

Healing and Wellness

• mental health and addictions services
• gaming and gambling awareness
• Healthy Babies Healthy Children
• Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program
• diabetes awareness

Employment and Training

• K-12 education initiatives
• post-secondary education
• employment programs
• educational and cultural camps
• Métis languages initiatives

Housing programs

• housing stabilization and homeless program
• housing and homeowner support

Community Wellbeing -- educational activities for children and youth and their families

Provides care to pregnant women, infants and children up to the age of 18 years

• has inpatient and outpatient care services, including a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a Paediatric Unit

For information on having a baby at Joseph Brant Hospital see here

For information on prenatal classes and tours, see here

See below for information on outpatient clinics:

• Breastfeeding Clinic
• Gestational Diabetes Clinic
• Paediatric Diabetes Clinic
• Paediatric Rapid Assessment Clinic (PRAC)
• Rhesus (Rh) Prevention Clinic

Primary health care and wellness services

• primary health care
• foot care and chiropody, physiotherapy for registered clients
• prenatal education and care including midwifery; breastfeeding support
• workshops on wellness and disease prevention
• counselling for registered clients on mental health conditions, relationship issues, substance use, depression, grief and trauma and other challenges
• sexual health testing, counselling and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
• diabetes education
• food support for clients
• camp for children and youth 8-16 years

Needle exchange and harm reduction supplies for anyone in Peel needing these services, call 647-531-8552

Primary health care and wellness services

• primary health care; foot care and chiropody; physiotherapy
• prenatal education and care including midwifery
• dental clinic for government funded dental programs for children, youth and seniors
• disease prevention and wellness workshops
• individual and group counselling for registered clients on mental health conditions, relationship issues, substance use, depression, grief and trauma and other challenges
• sexual health testing, counselling and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
• diabetes education
• youth camp for children and youth 8-16 years

Needle exchange and harm reduction supplies for anyone in Peel needing these services, call 647-531-8552

• Clinical services' sexual health, reproductive health, harm reduction, TB testing and care
• Vaccine preventable diseases' immunization of school pupils act requirements, vaccine records, immunizations across the lifespan
• Infectious diseases and outbreak reporting; report cases of food-borne illness or outbreak of communicable diseases
• Healthy babies' health children program
• Parenting and childhood growth and development support
• Dental services; Healthy Smiles Program and Seniors Dental Care Program
• Environmental health; water testing, inspections, infection and prevention control

Offers health services and a variety of allied health services available to clinically rostered clients, including counselling and social work, access to registered dietitians and addictions counselling.

Also offers EarlyON Child and Family Centre Programs, various programs open to community members in their priority population, such as: Parent Outreach Programs, Specialized Outreach Services, and a wide variety of healthy living programs:

WE Breastfeed: peer-led support for breastfeeding parents

Chronic Pain Programs: peer-led support groups, and self-management programs for people living with chronic pain

Mindfulness: meet each day more mindfully with greater intention and awareness

Post Partum Mood Disorder Support Group: personalized support and a weekly mother's support group with child care

ID Clinic: assistance with applications for new and replacement Canadian birth certificates, or Ontario Health Card replacement

Groceries from the SEED: nonprofit, online sliding scale grocery store, open to all, visit The Seed Guelph

Fitness Programs: various yoga, Zumba and wellness classes offered online and throughout the community

English Conversation Circle: informal groups offering newcomers a chance to practice and gain confidence in speaking English

For a complete listing of programs with locations, dates and times, including EarlyON Child and Family Centre (Stone Road Mall), visit website: Guelph Community Health Centre

Note: Also houses the Wellington Guelph Drug Strategy and The Seed Food Access Program

A prenatal and infancy home visitation program for young, first time parents provided by public health nurses. Program begins during pregnancy and for the first two years of the children's lives.

Goals include improving pregnancy outcomes, improving child health and development, and improving parents' self-sufficiency. Nurses provide support and education on health, child development, parenting issues, life goals and access to community resources.

Public health nurses are available to visit agencies and organizations, to further explain the program and the referral process.

Follow-up medical care for newborn babies discharged from the hospital, relating to jaundice care and breastfeeding support from a Lactation Consultant.