Parenting in Peel

Learn what to do, before, during and after pregnancy, to have the healthiest baby you can. From preparing emotionally, physically and financially for a pregnancy to learning about medical procedures and your prenatal care, use these websites to make the healthiest choices for you and your baby.

• Health Before Pregnancy
• Health During Pregnancy
• Health After Pregnancy

Breastfeeding protects, and contributes to, an infant's optimal health and well-being. The longer you breastfeed, the more benefits you and your baby get. Use this site to get breastfeeding off to a great start and find helpful tips for breastfeeding along the way.

• Breastfeeding

As a parent, you may have many questions throughout your baby’s first year of life. This site will give you information on what you can expect in the first year, including information on nutrition, growth and development, and infant care.

• Baby’s First Year
• Just for Dads

The Healthy Babies Healthy Children program helps parents give their children a healthy start in life. Public Health Nurses and Family Visitors provide teaching and support when you are pregnant, when your baby arrives, and as your child grows and develops. It is provided at no cost, is voluntary and all information is treated confidentially. Find out how Healthy Babies Healthy Children can help you as a parent.

• Healthy Babies Healthy Children

The first six years of life are a critical period in a child's development. This site will give you specific information for this age group to assist you with caring for your growing and developing child.

• Toddlers and Preschoolers

Peel Public Health offers a variety of free programs and services for parents and parents-to-be. You can take prenatal classes – in person or online – follow instructional videos on breastfeeding, and get your questions answered on a wide variety of parenting issues.

• Programs and Services