Prenatal and Well Baby
Who We Are
The Prenatal and Well Baby (PNWB) Program provides prenatal and well baby care for parents and children (up to the age of 6 years) without a family doctor in the Barrie area. The program was initiated in response to an identified community need to improve access to Prenatal and Well Baby care for parentsand children in our community who do not have a family physician. Our goal is to improve health outcomes for these individuals by providing health care, education as well as referrals and links to community supports, as appropriate. Breast/chesteeding services are provided by a Lactation Consultant within the PNWB program. ALL PARENTS IN THE BARRIE AREA ARE ELIGIBLE FOR BREAST/CHESTFEEDING SERVICES WITHIN OUR PROGRAM.
Appointment Information
Please call 705 721-0370 x4 to book an appointment with our program.
Your appointment within the PNWB Program may include:
- Routine Prenatal Care (initial and follow-up appointments, up to 28 weeks gestation)
- Newborn care
- Well Baby Check-ups, including Immunizations
- Breast/chestfeeding information and support
- A support person is welcome and encouraged to attend
- Please ensure baby is hungry and ready to feed at time of appointment
- Links to Community Supports, as needed
- Information Sessions (see below)
Our Location
Prenatal and Well Baby Clinic
370 Bayview Drive, 3rd Floor
Barrie, ON L4N 7L3
Ph: 705-721-0370 x4
Fax: 705-725-8781
Information Session
The Barrie and Community Family Health Team hosts a Breastfeeding – ‘Right from the Start’ (Before baby is born) session for parents expecting a child (ideally after the second trimester), including those who have struggled with past feeding experiences. A support person is welcome and encouraged to attend.
370 Bayview Drive, 3rd Floor
Barrie, ON L4N 7L3
Ph: 705-721-0370 x4
Fax: 705-725-8781
Information Session – Frequently Asked Questions
What will I learn in the information session?
Breast/chestfeeding – ‘Right from the Start’
This welcoming and interactive sessions focuses on the benefits of breastfeeding and how to ensure your experience gets off to the right start for you and your baby. The following topics will be taught by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant who possesses extensivel education and knowledge in prenatal education and breast/chestfeeding:
- The benefits of breast/chestfeeding for you and your baby
- How to breast/chestfeed (including positioning & latching)
- How to establish a good milk supply
- How to know if your baby is getting enough milk
- When and where to seek help with breas/chesttfeeding, should you need it
Who can attend the information session?
This informative session is available to all prenatal parents of our community and surrounding areas. A support person is welcome to attend.
How do I register for the information session?
Please call 705 721-0370 x4 or select your preferred date below – ideally during your second trimester (between 24-36 weeks). Classes are available on a monthly basis (Wednesdays).
Information Session – Availability
For further information please contact your Physician or Nurse Practitioner, or a member of the Prenatal Well Baby Clinic at 705 721-0370 ext 4.