Healthy Babies, Healthy Children
The purpose of the Healthy Babies, Healthy Children program is to provide opportunities to families that support healthy development of children up to 6 years of age.
Program Overview
Our Partner in Parenting Program offers regular home or community visits, provides resources, supports, help with referrals as needed, hosts regular community programs / events as well coordination of specialists to educate on various topics related to prenatal care and raising children 0-6 years old. This program gives families a chance to:
- Socialize with other families and build friendships.
- Learn about current best practices in parenting, childcare and wellbeing.
- Participate in traditional teachings and ceremonies.
- Learn about other services and community programs.
Program Components
Prenatal Support
- Nutrition and Wellness
- Pregnancy & Birth
- Preparing for Parenthood
- Referrals as Needed
Post-Natal Support
- Well Baby Home Visits
- Nutrition and Wellness
- Caring for Infants and Children (including extended family)
- Family Service Planning and Service Coordination
Home and Community Visits
- Promotes Early Learning Opportunities and Resources
- Provides Individualized Support
- Improves Access to Community Services
- Reduces Isolation, Connects Families & Increases Socialization
For more information about HBHC programming please contact:
Jenny Labranche, RECE
Partner in Parenting Program Coordinator
M’Chigeeng Health Centre
689A Hwy 551, M’CHIGEENG ONTARIO P0P 1G0
T: 705-377-5347 x 2228
E: jennyl@mchigeeng.ca