The CK Public Health Unit understands and agrees that every mother wants what is best for their child and their family. There is never any judgement toward how a mother feeds her child. Our goal is to offer education and support to make informed decisions around infant feeding. Unfortunately, for the past 120 years, companies that market formula to parents … Read More
I Can Breastfeed My Baby on Cue Rather Than on a Schedule
Do babies need to be fed on a schedule? Absolutely not! All babies are different and so are all mothers. Babies feed best when they are hungry. Feeding your baby when they cue to feed, helps mothers maintain a good milk supply and ensures that your baby will be satisfied and gain weight normally. Placing them on a strict schedule … Read More
I Can Cope with Advice Given by Those Unsupportive of Breastfeeding
What?? You’re still breastfeeding that baby? Some women will hear that when their babies are 2 months old or when they are 2 years old. It can be hard to hear those negative comments from those that are closest to us. Here are some tips to dealing with those backhanded remarks from the misinformed: o Let’s educate them! Inform critics … Read More
Having a Baby?
Congratulations – you’re expecting! There is so much to think about at this exciting time – What can I do to have a healthy pregnancy? What should I, or shouldn’t I, eat? How will I cope with labour? How can my partner help me when I am in labour? How will my life change with a new baby? Let us … Read More
Zero Matters
During pregnancy there is: No safe time to drink alcohol. Most organ growth is completed a few weeks after the first three months. Brain growth continues during pregnancy and after birth. Exposure to alcohol anytime during pregnancy can affect a baby’s brain. No safe type of alcohol. All types of alcohol may be harmful to the growing baby. No safe amount. … Read More
Healthy pregnancy
Is there a pregnancy in your future? Did you recently find out you’re expecting? With pregnancy comes many questions, myths, and advice from others, which can be confusing. Every parent wants to provide a healthy, safe environment for their child and it’s never too early to start! Are you already wondering if you are eating the most nutritious foods, what … Read More
Online Prenatal Program
Need a different way to learn? Our online prenatal program, is now available. Did you know that: sitting with a small pillow on your lower back can help relieve backache during pregnancy? using relaxation methods during your labour can release pain-reducing chemicals in your body? breastmilk is perfectly matched to your baby’s needs for growth and development? These facts and more are part of our free online prenatal program. Learn … Read More
You’re Having a Baby!
Congratulations on your pregnancy! And now the journey begins. There is so much to learn before you bring your little one home. You may have lots of questions about pregnancy, nutrition, a healthy lifestyle, labour, birth, breastfeeding, how to care for your new baby and what is available for young families in the community. We want to help you on your journey … Read More
Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorder
Experiencing pregnancy and the birth of a child can be a very happy and exciting time in a woman’s life, but it can also be a time of mixed emotions and anxiety. Did you know that depression is the #1 complication of childbirth? It is estimated that approximately 15-20% of pregnant women will experience moderate to severe symptoms of depression. … Read More
Planning a Pregnancy, Pregnancy and Parenting
Thinking of starting a family? Expecting a baby? Are you a new parent? These are exciting times in life and a time when you need information you can trust and feel confident using. Start with these websites. You will find information on: planning a pregnancy parenting pregnancy healthy living nutrition health care safety Websites for Planning a Pregnancy, Pregnancy & … Read More
Alcohol and Pregnancy
Give your baby the best start possible! Drinking alcohol during pregnancy can cause birth defects and life-long brain damage to your baby. There is no safe time to drink alcohol during pregnancy. Your baby’s brain is developing throughout pregnancy. The safest choice in pregnancy is no alcohol at all. In fact, it is best to stop drinking before you get pregnant. … Read More
Smoking for Two?
Did you know that for every cigarette a pregnant woman smokes, the baby gets the effects of two? There are over 4,000 chemicals in a cigarette. More than 50 of these cause cancer. These chemicals are passed on to the baby through the placenta causing a decrease in the amount of oxygen and nutrients that the baby receives. Risks to … Read More