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Pregnancy Outreach Program page last updated -
August 27, 2010
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Introduction |
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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.
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Services |
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
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* 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
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For more
information call Chris or Donna at 604-820-8455 (ext: 603). |
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Groups for Moms |
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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). |
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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). |
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H.E.A.L.
"Helping Eliminate Addictive Lifestyles"
Support for drug using pregnant and parenting women.
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). |
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FAQ's |
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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.
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