Join us for this six-part series where we will focus on the domains of wellness for pregnancy and beyond with activities and topics that focus on your social, physical, environmental, intellectual, financial, spiritual, vocational and emotional well-being.
6 sessions:
Dates: Thursdays, November 5, 12, 19 and 26; December 3 and 10
Time: 6:00 - 7:30pm
Location: MFRC
Register: online, in-person or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300
Open to: Adults 18+ and youth ages 13-17 from CAF, Veteran and Defence Community Families, and Families of the Fallen who are pregnant or postpartum (up until baby’s 1st birthday)
If you are interested in attending or would like more details, please email intake@mfrcedmonton.com or call 780-973-4011 ext. 528-6300.
November 5
Session 1: Build Your Village (Social)
Learn how to build a supportive social network for you and your baby. Participants will map their support network and create their own parent profile to help strengthen the parent-baby bond while making connections with others.
November 12
Session 2: Meditative Yoga (Physical)
A certified prenatal yoga instructor will lead us through a safe, supportive yoga session and body scan meditation. You will also take part in a discussion on body appreciation to help you learn how to embrace and show gratitude to your body after childbirth and beyond.
November 19
Session 3: Prepare for Parenthood (Environment/Intellectual)
Prepare for your journey into parenthood with expert guidance from a professional doula. Discover how to create a calm, restorative postpartum or prenatal environment while gaining essential care tips to help you feel confident and supported as you settle into life at home with your baby.
November 26
Session 4: Mindful Affirmations (Emotional Regulation and Appreciation)
For this session of the series, you will take time to pause, connect and celebrate your journey so far by writing a heartfelt letter to yourself that could be read at baby’s first birthday. As we explore being mindful and present in the moment, you will also create your very own affirmation box filled with hand-written notes to express gratitude, encourage self-care, build self-esteem, celebrate accomplishments, and promote kindness to oneself.
December 3
Session 5: Beads of Intention (Spiritual)
Take time to reconnect with your spiritual self by creating your own crystal bracelet and choosing individual stones that carry personal meaning, intention and energy. As you craft, relax into a calming sound bath of crystal bowls, chimes, and soft gongs to soothe your mind and deepen your connection to the intentions you set.
December 10
Session 6: Holiday Keepsake Portrait (Environmental and Intellectual)
Capture the moment with a holiday-themed photography session for you and your little one! Participants will each receive a special keepsake portrait in honour of their journey to parenthood. As you participate in the photography session, learn what to expect as your child grows, how to balance the roles and responsibilities of parenthood, and revisit the key domains of wellness and how they work together to support your overall health and well-being.
*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.
