Prenatal Education

York Region facilities closed to the public

Please note that York Region Public Health will not be offering prenatal and postpartum support at the All Babies Count program until further notice.

If you would like to speak with a registered nurse about your pregnancy or parenting, please call Health Connection at 1-800-361-5653 or chat with a nurse at york.ca/nursechat

Online Prenatal Program

Prenatal education is an effective way for expectant parents to prepare for childbirth and the care of newborns. York Region Public Health offers anytime, anywhere education a program designed to give you convenient access to valuable information and supports. The online prenatal program is designed to help women and their partners or support persons prepare for labour, childbirth and caring for their new baby.

This program is available on any device.

Topics include:

  • Thinking ahead to childbirth
  • Healthy Pregnancy
  • Labour and Birth
  • Breastfeeding your Newborn
  • Caring for your Newborn
  • Adjustment to Parenthood
  • York Region Supports and Services

The York Region Public Health online prenatal program is offered by a third party, Customized Communications Inc., powered by YoMingo®

Eligibility

This service is available to York Region residents at no cost.

Registration is required.

How to Register

Register online for the program and follow the instructions. Once you have registered, you will receive an email invitation from @email where you can create a unique password and login. You can also download the mobile app version by searching your app store for ‘myYoMingo’.

If you have questions about registration, contact [email protected]

Already registered? Log in here: www.myyomingo.com

Disclaimer: Information collected by this service under the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA) and the Personal Health Information Protection Act, 2004 (PHIPA) include name, email address and course history. Information is protected in accordance with privacy legislations. Our Information Practices Statement is available online for more information. If you have any questions about the collection and/or use of your information, please contact the CHS Privacy Office at 1-877-464-9675 ext. 74004.

Community Prenatal Programs

  • Ontario Directory of Prenatal Education
  • La Leche League Canada provides free Prenatal Breastfeeding Classes offering preparation and education for expectant mothers and their partners. To register or inquire, please contact @email or call 905-252-5447.
  • All Babies Count prenatal nutrition program is a free weekly program for women of all ages who need extra support during their pregnancy. Expecting mothers learn about nutrition, pregnancy and parenthood. These classes are led by public health nurses and nutrition educators.

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