Prenatal Health Fair in Whitby, Ontario
WHITBY-- Expectant parents and those who think they'll be expecting in the near future can pick up pregnancy and parenting information at a prenatal health fair later this month.
On Sept. 22, Durham Regional Health Department and the Prenatal Coalition of Durham will host the fair. The event runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Regional headquarters, located at 605 Rossland Rd. E. in Whitby. Parking and admission are free.
"This is the first time that this very popular event will be held in the evening," said public health nurse Cathie Logan. "We hope that this will allow individuals who have been unable to attend in the past an opportunity to visit the fair and take in one of the many displays and workshops offered."
Those attending the fair will get a chance to speak to health professionals and community support people and check out displays and resources. The info is targeted at women in any stage of pregnancy, dads-to-be and couples planning a pregnancy, and new parents. They can participate in workshops on breastfeeding and what to expect the first week the new baby is home. There will be a focus on the role of the partner during pregnancy. Over 6.500 people have attended prenatal health fairs in Durham since they began in 2002.
To obtain prenatal resources or for more information about the prenatal health fair, residents can call the Durham Health Connection Line at 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729, or visit www.region.durham.on.ca.
On Sept. 22, Durham Regional Health Department and the Prenatal Coalition of Durham will host the fair. The event runs from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Regional headquarters, located at 605 Rossland Rd. E. in Whitby. Parking and admission are free.
"This is the first time that this very popular event will be held in the evening," said public health nurse Cathie Logan. "We hope that this will allow individuals who have been unable to attend in the past an opportunity to visit the fair and take in one of the many displays and workshops offered."
Those attending the fair will get a chance to speak to health professionals and community support people and check out displays and resources. The info is targeted at women in any stage of pregnancy, dads-to-be and couples planning a pregnancy, and new parents. They can participate in workshops on breastfeeding and what to expect the first week the new baby is home. There will be a focus on the role of the partner during pregnancy. Over 6.500 people have attended prenatal health fairs in Durham since they began in 2002.
To obtain prenatal resources or for more information about the prenatal health fair, residents can call the Durham Health Connection Line at 905-666-6241 or 1-800-841-2729, or visit www.region.durham.on.ca.
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