Welcome to our post-partum Q&A!
South Shore Family Resource Association

SSFRA info links:
prenatal
post partum
parenting
just for dads
primary, back-to-school &
homeschooling
child safety
car seat safety
family fun & fitness
more family help!
education & employment
employment opportunities

List of Programs & Services:
The South Shore Family Resource Association has developed a comprehensive list of programs and services that take place along the South Shore and Digby counties. Programs vary from site to site. Please refer to each centres Calendar of Events for programs in your area. In addition to these programs each centre also offers faxing, photocopying, access to wi-fi, computer access for participants, access to rebate forms and local resources for families/participants.
List of Programs and Services in Alphabetical order

Mother Care

• What does a new mom need to do to care for herself after the birth of her baby?
  Click Self care
• I have heard 1 out of 5 women may have postpartum blues.
  What is postpartum depression and how do I know if I have it?
  • Click I feel blue
  • Click this link
• What should I know about having sex and using birth control after the birth of my baby?
  Click this link

Infant Feeding

Baby room mural by Heather Drysdale

• Breastfeeding Information and Support. I need more information about breast feeding, what are some good resources? Call your local Family Resource Centre for more information.
• Breastfeeding
  your baby
• More breastfeeding
• Most breast feeding challenges.
• Breastfeeding Basics book (142 page pdf)

• How can I tell? Is my baby is getting enough to eat?
• How long do I have to wait before I can breastfeed after I drink alcohol? Click this link
• What is baby-led bottle feeding?
• When should I start giving my baby solid foods?

Surprises of new parenthood

• Top 10 surprises of new parenthood

Infant Attachment

• I've heard having your baby attach to you is very important. Where can I find information about this?
  • Attachment birth - 6 months
  • Attachment six - 12 months

  Understanding Your Newborn

  • Understanding Your Newborn: An interactive program
  • Understanding Your Newborn: Six - 12 months
  • What is my baby trying to tell me?
  • What about the baby's temperament?
  • Why do babies cry?
  • Crying baby - what about colic?

  Caring for a Baby

  • How do I bath my baby?
  • How do I care for my baby's cord?
  • Information on diapers and diaper rash
  • How do I care for my baby's mouth and teeth?

  Growth & Development

  • How do newborns develop and grow?
  • How can I help with the development?

  Land Acknowledgement:
  "The SSFRA respectfully acknowledges that we work and live in Mi'kma'ki,
  the unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people."

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