Connect and share with others in a safe and nurturing space while building a supportive social network for you and your baby. Each session will focus on information, resources and advice that supports the health and wellness of both the pregnant person and baby as well as specific topics that affect pregnant people in the military community such as:
- Pregnancy, birth, baby care and parenting
- Nutrition during pregnancy and breast feeding
- Healthy relationships between parents
- Post-partum mental health support
- Absence and relocation planning and community integration
- Information and referrals for community supports
Sessions run twice per month and participants can join at any time.
Daytime
Dates: September 24
10:00 - 11:30 am
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: Adults 18+ and pregnant youth ages 13-17 from CAF, Veteran, and Defence Community Families, and Families of the Fallen
Session Details:
September 24: Creative Self-Care – Take time to unwind, connect and create a personalized mug in a welcoming space designed to nurture both you and your baby as you build meaningful friendships and a supportive social network. Each participant will decorate a mug with premade designs or custom artwork of their own. Through crafting, you'll explore ways to manage emotions, reduce stress, increase self-awareness and express yourself creatively.
Evening
Dates: September 10
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: Adults 18+ and pregnant youth ages 13-17 from CAF, Veteran and Defence Community Families, and Families of the Fallen
Session Details:
September 10: Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy – Join us for a presentation on pelvic health with Simone Fleet, a licensed physiotherapist from Pine Integrated Health Centre in Sherwood Park. Simone is an experienced physiotherapist who will guide us through information and resources on pelvic health with topics such as birth preparation, early postpartum healing and recovery tips, and postpartum rehabilitation. Participants will also learn about the range of services available at Pine Integrated Health Centre. https://pinehealth.ca/
*This support group aims to provide information and resources for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your physician, midwife, pediatrician or other qualified health care provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding the health of your pregnancy or infant.
