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"Baby's Best Chance" programs support healthy living for women experiencing high-risk pregnancy (i.e. low birth weight). Low birth weight has been linked to various health problems such as learning disabilities, slower growth rates, respiratory difficulties, and delayed development. We support women throughout their pregnancies, until six months after delivery, by promoting positive health practices and adequate weight gain for both the mother and the child.

All of our services are free.

"Baby's Best Chance" Pregnancy Outreach Program is dedicated to providing women who are experiencing high risk pregnancies, teens, women with drug or alcohol concerns, and women with low income with the following services:

* Pre-natal classes
* Bi-weekly drop-in lunches
* Milk / food vouchers
* Pre-natal vitamins
* Group and one-on-one support
* Outreach services / home visits
* Referrals to other community resources
* Dietary and health Information

For more information call Chris or Donna at 604-820-8455 (ext: 603).

Bi-Weekly Drop-In Lunches

The drop-in lunches are a great way for parents and kids to get to know each other, to get answers to their health-related questions, and to socialize over a nutritious lunch.

For more information call Chris or Donna at 604-820-8455 (ext: 603).

Y.A.P.P.I.E.
"Young Adults Positively Parenting Independently and Enthusiastically" Support Group

This group is based on the "Nobody's Perfect" program, focusing on parenting skills and serving as a social support network for women in the months following childbirth. The program provides childcare services, transportation to and from the group, snacks, speakers, and it is open to any woman who has recently had a baby. Women new to the Mission area are warmly welcomed to attend.

For more information call Chris or Donna at 604-820-8455 (ext: 603).

H.E.A.L.
"Helping Eliminate Addictive Lifestyles"
Support for drug using pregnant and parenting women.

• Are you pregnant and using drugs and/or alcohol?

• Do you need /want safe, non-judgmental help?

• Do you need support?

H.E.A.L. is a confidential, new support group that provides food, peer support (offered by women in recovery), nutritional information, and access to a registered nurse.

For more information call Chris or Donna at 604-820-8455 (ext: 603).

Q = What services are available?
A = We provide a young moms' parenting group, drop-in lunches, support, and outings. For pre-natal women, we offer free pre-natal classes. A nurse and outreach worker are available to satisfy any questions.

Q = Do I have to pay?
A = No; all of our services are free of charge.

Q = What kind of help do you offer?  & What kind of support do you offer?
A = The services of a nurse, dietitian, and counselors are provided.  Food vouchers (milk, juice, eggs) are provided twice a month.  Free lunches are provided biweekly.

Q = Who can access the pregnancy outreach program services?
A = Any pregnant woman or mother needing to meet people (new to the area, etc.) is welcome to take participate.  Just call 604-820-8455.

Q = What happens at the YAPPIE group?
A = This is an informal group with food provided.  Sit and talk, listen and support.  Parenting topics are addressed.

Q = What happens at the drop-in lunches?
A = Peer support and lunch!  A nurse and counselor  are available for questions. Speakers are occasionally provided.  Lunches occur bi-weekly.

Q = What are pre-natal classes?  & Why do I need them?
A = Pre-natal classes help prepare for the baby's birth by providing information for expectant moms.  You will learn what will happen during childbirth and exactly what to expect. Various methods of childbirth will be presented so you can choose which one best meets your needs.