Find out how Halton's Health Department promotes healthy pregnancies and postpartum health through its programs and services.
The Halton Region Health Department promotes healthy pregnancies and postpartum health through:
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Engaging and interactive online prenatal classes are FREE and available to all residents of Halton. Parents will learn about pregnancy, labour and birth, breastfeeding, newborn care, and Halton resources/supports at their own pace, using a computer or mobile device. Patients can register for Prenatal Classes online or by calling 311.
Increasing breastfeeding exclusivity and duration rates improves health outcomes for families in your care.
Halton Prenatal Nutrition Program (HPNP) is a free, weekly program providing extra support to parents who are pregnant until baby is 6 weeks old, run by public health nurses and a dietitian. It provides:
Ontario's Healthy Babies Healthy Children (HBHC) program provides parents to be and families with young children who are in need of extra support with home visits by public health nurses and trained family visitors. The aim of the program is to optimize prenatal, child development and parenting outcomes, and reduce health inequities.
Families who are experiencing challenges are more likely to accept a home visit if it is suggested by a physician or trusted professional. This is a free voluntary program and clients do not require an OHIP card.