step support group & resource centre for young moms
Start Date
Tuesday June 10th & Thursday June 12th
Tuesday June 17th & Thursday June 19th
Tuesday June 24th & Thursday June 26th
Tuesdays open for resource use 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Thursdays open for resource use 6:00pm-7:30pm
Young Mothers & Babies Group
Join us at The Step Centre for an in-person support group and resource centre for young moms and babies. We offer a variety of supports including practical infant care skills, promoting healthy attachment and early literacy. We encourage moms under the age of 24 with babies up to 12 months. It is a great place for babies to enjoy toys, and mom’s to receive support twice a week. If you are interested, there are free counselling appointments and this can be booked through The Step Centre.
The Step Centre is a calm and welcoming environment free of judgement and stress. Our group leaders welcome young mom’s with empathy and encouragement. We hope you enjoy this new group with other young moms and babies.
Format
- Drop in and support will be available, based on interest, twice a week to start. We hope for a call at least 24 hours prior if you are unable to make it so we may fill that spot with another young mom.
- Group is full at 6 sets of mother & baby participants to allow for the proper ratio of 1:3 for supervision despite mothers being present.
- To be held at the 219 King Street location, main floor.
- Healthy snacks and coffee/tea to be provided.
An opportunity to utilize the baby resources and equipment free of charge in a non-judgmental, safe environment with built in supports.
Receiving reassurance, and understanding while learning
Specialized areas with guest speakers may include, baby massage, mommy yoga, sleep counselling, public health nurse, doula, and nutrition.
Teaching practical infant care skills to increase self-efficacy, set realistic expectations
Focus on areas such as communication with infant, 1-1 attachment/bonding play, early literacy, routines, scheduling, budgeting, and food/bottle prep/feeding.
Any recommendations for individual counselling at STEP or other community service providers.
REGISTER
Please register for all dates you would like to attend. You will receive an email confirmation from the Step Centre confirming your attendance the day before the session. Please note the sessions are small group format and welcome 6 mom’s and their babies, if you are unable to attend please let us know to allow for others to join.