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Telephone support line for families of babies, up to 3 months

Due to the decreased support in community related to COVID-19, Ottawa Public Health has established a telephone support line for families of babies, up to 3 months.

Do you have questions about your baby’s health?

Do you need help with breastfeeding/chestfeeding?

Speak directly with a public health nurse
Seven days a week, from 9:00am to 3:00pm
Call 613-580-2424 ext 23774

Peer Parenting Support Program

Ottawa Public Health is looking for input and ideas from expecting, new and existing parents/caregivers to develop a Peer Parenting Support Program.

Online Support

Browse our website to find information written by local health experts or join the conversation on our Facebook Page.

Phone Support

Do you have questions about parenting? Speak directly with a public health nurse, Monday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Call 613-PARENTS [613-727-3687].

The Parenting in Ottawa Drop-ins are located across the City of Ottawa. Speak with a public health nurse about parenting. The program is available to expectant parents, parents and guardians of children aged birth to 6 years of age.

Home Visits

This program provides home visiting, to expectant mothers and families with children from birth to their transition to school. This program is designed to help parents who need more support to give their children a healthy start.