Maternal Child Health

December 2011 Newsletter

January 2012 Newsletter

Vision Statement

All children (aged 0-6 years) in Tyendinaga and their parents will meet their full potential.

 “We believe that the Creator has entrusted us with the sacred responsibility to raise our families… we realize healthy families are the foundation of strong and healthy communities.  The future of our communities lies with our children,…”

Maternal Child Health provides services for over 20 clients every month.

Functions & Activities

Maternal Child Health, Early Childhood Development, Healthy Babies Healthy Children & Canada Prenatal Nutrition programs work with parents to achieve their goals for both their children and themselves.  These programs provide:

• Home visits to pregnant women and families with young children 0-6
• Support for families with young children to access the services they need.

Eligibility: MCH is a voluntary program available to families with children aged 0 – 6 years for Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory residents.  Clients must receive a minimum of 1 home visit per month.

UPCOMING PROGRAM EVENTS: (also view our monthly Newsletter for our local events)

Make your own pizza and Movie Night on Sept. 15, 2011, 5:30 - 7:30.  Click Here for details.

National Women's Show (Toronto) November 12th, 2011, 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Details

Services & Initiatives

Home Visits

Home visits provide support, and information and links with Elders and other community resources.  A home visit from a Community Health Nurse or Family Visitor will provide information on:

• Prenatal & Postnatal Services
• Taking care of yourself during pregnancy, and after your baby is born
• What to expect as your baby grows and develops
• Getting ready to bring your baby home
• How to keep your baby and young children safe
• Feeding your baby - GOOD BABY BOX, call a week in advance for orders. Some pricing details here
• Breastfeeding
• When to start solid foods
• Supports available in our community

Additional Services

• Resource & child care equipment lending
• Cultural resources & information
• Community workshops & Information sessions
• Monthly activities including: Kinder Gym, Drop In, Aqua Tot & Prenatal fitness, Socials, Kindergym

Product Recalls

The following products have been deemed unsafe by Health Canada and recalled:

Health Canada Website: www.cpsr-rspc.hc-sc.gc.ca

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