We provide new parents with the chance to connect with and get support from other parents and health care professionals to discuss infant growth and development, nutrition, safety and adjustment to parenthood.
Each session is presented by a public health nurse or another health care expert such as a public health dietitian. Some of the topics presented include:
breastfeeding
nutrition
immunization
safety
dental care
adjusting to parenthood
play
preparing for return to work and more
At each session, you will also have plenty of time for conversation with other parents and to get your questions answered by the public health nurse.
This service is free.
?Some of our groups are for parents of infants and others are for parents of toddlers. Call the group to find out the target age range.
Give us a call and we'll give you the schedule for the group that is in session.
Pregnancy and early childhood - VCH.ca
Parenting resources - VCH.ca
Parenting - Healthy Families BC
Parenting - HealthLink BC
Baby's Best Chance - Parents' handbook to prepare you for the birth of your baby and the first six months
Toddler's First Steps - Guide to help parents create a stimulating, safe environment for their child from six months old up to 36 months old