January 18, 2018
Drinking and smoking aren't just harmful when you're pregnant - they can affect your baby's health, too.Featured Articles
January 18, 2018
Babies develop and grow in a very short time. Here's what you can expect in terms of infant development from birth to six months of age.
December 23, 2016
Nurse-Family Partnership is a free public health program for women having their first baby and ensures they both receive support during pregnancy and after the child is born up to two years of age.
January 4, 2016
Breastmilk is the only food your baby needs for the first 6 months. Continue to offer breastmilk until your baby is 2 years old and older.
December 21, 2015
Introducing solids to your baby can be fun especially with all the funny faces they make. You should start introducing solids when your baby is six months of age as a complement to your breastmilk.
September 9, 2015
Drinking when you’re pregnant can be harmful to your baby, so it’s safest to stop drinking before you conceive.
April 15, 2015
Putting a baby to sleep is sometimes not an easy task. Some babies are naturally better sleepers than others. Here are some tips on helping you and you baby establish a healthy sleep schedule.
April 15, 2015
Pregnancy is an exciting time! It's also a time full of physical, emotional and life changes. Get the best possible support during and after pregnancy by registering with your local health authority.
November 30, 2014
Sharing is an important life skill. It’s something toddlers and children need to learn in order to make friends and play cooperatively.
November 30, 2014
Preschoolers love to play. They love to play with parents, other children and on their own, and with toys or other objects. Play helps preschoolers learn about social relations and teaches them about sharing and taking turns.Pages
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December 21, 2015
Introducing solids to your baby can be fun especially with all the funny faces they make. You should start introducing solids when your baby is six months of age as a complement to your breastmilk.
January 30, 2018
Pain is a natural part of labour and birth, but every woman's experience is different. Similarly, there are lots of different approaches to managing pain.
August 13, 2013
The first stage of labour begins with contractions that continue to increase in length and intensity, and ends when the cervix is fully dilated.April 15, 2015
Putting a baby to sleep is sometimes not an easy task. Some babies are naturally better sleepers than others. Here are some tips on helping you and you baby establish a healthy sleep schedule.
August 12, 2013
Here are some language development milestones that you can expect during the first six months.
January 18, 2018
Drinking and smoking aren't just harmful when you're pregnant - they can affect your baby's health, too.
August 8, 2013
The fourth stage of labour is the first two or three hours after birth. You may feel dizzy or faint if you stand up.
August 14, 2013
Here is a video on Cup Feeding and other Alternative Methods to help in the event you are not able to breastfeed. Supplements are not recommended for your newborn.
January 30, 2018
During pregnancy, here is a look at some common complications women may experience - and what to do if they happen to you.
August 6, 2013
Being concerned about sodium is just as important for kids as it is for adults. Just like adults, kids can develop a taste and preference for salty foods high in sodium.Pages
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August 30, 2013
Parenting a toddler isn't always easy. We have some valuable suggestions on keeping little ones healthy and happy.
August 22, 2013
We're excited to launch our new breastfeeding tool: Your Breastfeeding Buddy. It's a handy way for new moms to keep track of their breastfeeding experience.
July 30, 2013
Kids love dips! Here are 6 healthy recipes for Greek yogurt-based dips that will get your kids up close and personal with their veggies.
April 9, 2013
Being food safe while pregnant is important. A new booklet from the BC Centre for Disease Control lets you know which foods to avoid, safer alternatives and how to handle food safely.
April 2, 2013
While ‘sneaking it in’ may be a popular strategy for getting your toddler to eat more vegetables, it should be used with caution as it could backfire and lead to more picky eating.
January 24, 2013
We know that role modeling healthy eating behaviour is important when teaching good nutrition to our children. But what happens when that’s not enough?
December 20, 2012
Pregnant? Wondering how much activity you can do? This blog will help you to stay active and provide recommendations on how to do so safely!
December 5, 2012
Influenza, also called the flu, affects all age groups, but for young children they are at greater risk for developing a serious illness or severe complications. The flu shot can help avoid this, learn how.
October 30, 2012
Supporting healthy eating messages at school; What ideas do you have to help strengthen the communication?
October 4, 2012
Breastfeeding? Here's some advice to help you get the answers and support you need, your not alone.
