Prenatal Supports
Join a weekly free Welcome Baby prenatal nutrition group to learn about having a healthy pregnancy and taking care of your baby.
Welcome Baby Prenatal Nutrition Program
Join a free parenting group to learn how to build your relationship with your child, respond to challenging behaviours and take care of yourself.
For more information
Call 905-546-3550
Email [email protected]
Hamilton Public Health offers free online learning and virtual classes to help you prepare for birth, breastfeeding, and life with your newborn. You can also connect with a Public Health Nurse for personalized support during your pregnancy. Learn about the programs and services we offer below.
To sign up, complete the Prenatal Program Registration form below or call Health Connections at 905-564-3550 to speak to a Public Health Nurse. Once registered, you will automatically be enrolled in the online prenatal program, Bump to Baby and receive an email with sign-in instructions.
We have a new online prenatal program! Bump to Baby is a Canadian prenatal program that can support you on your pregnancy and parenting journey. It is free to all expectant parents of Hamilton and can be viewed on a computer or mobile device.
This interactive program includes videos, quizzes, and activities that you can complete at your own pace. Topics covered in the program are:
This class provides information on how to get off to a good start with breastfeeding your baby. It builds on the information from the Bump to Baby online prenatal program. If you do not speak English, a friend or family member who can interpret for you can attend the class with you. If you do not have someone who can interpret for you, please let us know on the registration form.
The virtual class is offered every month:
- Second Wednesday of the month from 7 to 830 pm
- Fourth Saturday of the month from 10 to 1130 am
This is a virtual class where you can learn about caring for your newborn, infant sleep, crying, and feeding, emotional health and so much more! It builds on the lessons from the Bump to Baby online prenatal class. If you do not speak English, a friend or family member who can interpret for you can attend the class with you. If you do not have someone who can interpret for you, please let us know on the registration form.
The virtual class is offered twice each month:
- First Wednesday of the month from 7 to 830 pm
- One Saturday of the month from 10 to 1130 am (see dates on registration form)
A Public Health Nurse can call you during your pregnancy to talk to you about you how you are coping and connect you and your family to supports in Hamilton. You can ask questions about your pregnancy and preparing for life with your new baby.