Childbirth & Parenting Services
Childbirth and Parenting Services offers programs to support pregnant women, new mothers, new fathers, siblings and parents.
There are a wide range of classes and workshops to meet your needs. The Childbirth and Parenting Services include Prenatal Instructors who are registered nurses with a special expertise in prenatal and postnatal care.
For our Pre-Admission form and information on what to bring with giving birth please see the Family Birthing Centre.
All of our programs are open to everyone, whether they are having their baby at St. Joseph's Health Centre or not.
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Please register 4 weeks prior to Start Date of the course you wish to attend. Spaces fill up quickly!
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Description
This 6 week course will help prepare you for labour and birth and the postnatal period. Through active participation and group discussion, breastfeeding, the normal newborn will be discussed. Various labour coping techniques (breathing and relaxation) will be demonstrated. Classes run from 6:45 p.m. until 8:45 p.m. on either Monday, Tuesday, OR Wednesday. One night per week for 6 consecutive weeks. Wear comfortable clothes.
Dates and Times
Series #218
Monday 27th May, 2013 - Monday 1st July, 2013
Series #218
Tuesday 28th May, 2013 - Tuesday 2nd July, 2013
Series #218
Wednesday 29th May, 2013 - Wednesday 3rd July, 2013
Series #218
Thursday 30th May, 2013 - Thursday 4th July, 2013
Series #219
Monday 8th July, 2013 - Monday 12th August, 2013
Series #219
Wednesday 10th July, 2013 - Wednesday 14th August, 2013
Series #219
Thursday 11th July, 2013 - Thursday 15th August, 2013
Fee: $130 per couple
Registration
Registration form for Childbirth Preparation Classes (6 week course)
Description
We have condensed elements from our regular six-class series in order to accommodate those women who are unable to commit to a full six-week evening program. This mini-series focuses on birthing, and includes a video on birth and a tour of our Family Birthing Centre. Other topics touched on include new mother and baby care, as well as practical demonstrations of breathing and relaxation techniques. We strongly recommend the Breastfeeding for Baby and Newborn Care Workshops outlined below.
Dates and Times
Saturday 25th May, 2013 - FULL
Saturday 1st June, 2013 - FULL
Saturday 22nd June, 2013 - FULL
Saturday 29th June, 2013
Saturday 6th July, 2013
Saturday 20th July, 2013
Saturday 27th July, 2013
Saturday 10th August, 2013
Saturday 24th August, 2013
Fee: $80 with support person
Registration
Registration form for Prenatal Classes (Mini Series, Breastfeeding, Prenatal Newborn Care
Description
The information you need to make an informed choice about how to feed your baby. Each class is from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
This program is recommended only for parents enrolled in the Mini Series (see above).
Discussions include:
- The importance of breastfeeding
- The unique qualities of breastmilk
- Understanding how breastmilk is made
- Getting off to a good start: The first week
- Getting a latch that works for mom and baby
- How to know baby is thriving on breastmilk
- Avoiding and overcoming common challenges
- When and where to get help
- Support from others who value breastfeeding: Dads, grandparents and friends
Dates and Times
Thursday 20th June, 2013 - FULL
Thursday 18th July, 2013
Thursday 1st August, 2013
Fee: $10/person - $15/couple
Registration
Registration form for Prenatal Classes (Mini Series, Breastfeeding, Prenatal Newborn Care
Description
This 2 1/2 hour workshop will teach you about:
- Baby's first weeks
- Getting to know your baby
- Diapering & dressing baby
- Soothing a crying baby
- Baby safety
- Sleep and SIDS
- Where to get help
- Resources
This program is recommended only for parents enrolled in the Mini Series (
see above).
Dates and Times
Wednesday 29th May, 2013 - FULL
Saturday 8th June, 2013 - FULL
Wednesday 17th July, 2013
Fee: $10/person - $15/mom and support person
Registration
Registration form for Prenatal Classes (Mini Series, Breastfeeding, Prenatal Newborn Care
Description
This 4 hour class is taught by a qualified instructor, and will cover skills to prevent, recognize and manage choking and cardiac emergencies.
Please note, for other First Aid classes, please contact Link for Life 416-398-5033 or the Red Cross 1-800-418-1111
Dates and Times
Saturday 15th June, 2013 - FULL
Fee: $40/person
Registration
Registration form for First Aid
Description
This 4 hour class is taught by a qualified instructor, and will cover skills to prevent, recognize and manage choking and cardiac emergencies.
Please note, for other First Aid classes, please contact Link for Life 416-398-5033 or the Red Cross 1-800-418-1111
Dates and Times
Fee: $40/person
Registration
Registration form for First Aid
For first time mothers with babies 6 weeks to 3 months of age. This is an opportunity for mothers to connect with other new mothers and discuss newborn issues. This class will be facilitated by a registered nurse. The class runs from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
To register for this class please call Childbirth & Parenting Services at 416-530-6331.
Dates
Thursday 6th June, 2013 - Thursday 11th July, 2013
Description
Connect with your baby while you receive the benefits of yoga. This class will allow you to stretch and exercise your tired body, breathe in new energy and take time for yourself to relax in the company of other new mothers. Recommended for all fitness levels.
Carolyn Burke, M.S.W., R.S.W., R.Y.T., founder of CBA Yoga Toronto, is a registered Interdisciplinary Yoga Instructor, mindfulness trainer, retreat/workshop facilitator and family counsellor. Her joyful, sensitive and passionate teaching style brings new energy to people of all ages. www.cbayoga.com
Dates and Times
Fee: $60
Registration
Registration form for Post-Natal Classes (Gentle Yoga for Moms and Babes and Babytime)
Healthy First Bites is a 2-hour workshop facilitated by our Paediatric Registered Dietitian. This workshop is provided to parents who are ready to offer foods to their infants (4.5 months - 6 months) and would like some assistance with this milestone. The dietitian will help you navigate the latest infant nutrition research, demonstrate the latest feeding gadgets and safe food preparation methods.
April 18
June 6th
Register by phone: 416-530-6191
Cost: $15.00 per family
Dates and Times
No registration required
Dates and Times
Thursday 30th May, 2013
7:00pm - 9:00pm in Classroom #5 Sunnyside Building, main floor. Please enter building from Sunnyside Avenue
Thursday 26th September, 2013
7:00pm - 9:00pm in Classroom #5 Sunnyside Building, main floor. Please enter building from Sunnyside Avenue
Thursday 28th November, 2013
7:00pm - 9:00pm in Classroom #5 Sunnyside Building, main floor. Please enter building from Sunnyside Avenue
No registration required
Please call (416) 530-6367 for dates and times offered. If you are currently registered for a St. Joseph's prenatal class a tour is already included.
Please visit this page for information on tours of the new OLM facility in the New Year.
This service is available Monday to Friday by appointment only. Please call Childbirth & Parenting Services at 416-530-6331.
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