Prenatal Education

Online Prenatal Program

Congratulations on your pregnancy!

Do you have questions about pregnancy, labour, birth or how to care for your baby? York Region Public Health is here to support you. We are pleased to offer you free online prenatal education.

Prenatal education is an effective way for expectant parents to prepare for childbirth and the care of newborns. We offer this anytime, anywhere education program 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. The modules within the program provide evidence-based information on prenatal care, labor & birth, postpartum, breastfeeding, and newborn care including videos.

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

The program is available on any device with an internet connection and also as a mobile app called YoMingo. The program is available multiple languages.

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.

Download the mobile app version by searching your app store for 'myYoMingo', which is available in iTunes, Google Play and Windows app stores.

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

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

Topics Covered

Topics covered in the online prenatal program include:

• Milestones – week by week development
• 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®

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.

Related Resources

• Pregnancy and Parenting Resources
• Prenatal Nutrition Program (All Babies Count)

External Resources

• La Leche League Canada

Disclaimer

Information contained on this website is not intended to be medical advice or to be used for diagnosis. Please consult your physician for diagnosis and advice on medical treatment.

Links to other sites are provided as a reference to assist you in identifying Internet resources that are available on a particular subject. Internet resources are not substitutes for the advice of a qualified medical practitioner. We do not assume responsibility for the accuracy or appropriateness of the information contained on these sites, nor do we necessarily endorse the viewpoints on these sites.