Maternal and Infant Health

Health of the mother and child during pregnancy and the first years of life are crucial to healthy growth and development. This period begins prior to conception, through pregnancy, birth, post-partum period, infancy, and the first few years of early childhood. Pregnancy and childbirth have an important impact on the physical, mental, emotional and socioeconomic health of women and their families. We offer expertise and resources related to maternal and infant health.

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PHO Webinar: The Science of Stress and the Practice of Embodied Boundaries: Practical Somatic Tools in Times of Overwhelm

Grounded in the Polyvagal Theory, neurobiology and trauma-informed care, this session will begin with the fundamentals: a brief exploration of the contemporary science of our nervous system and an experience of tangible, research-informed somatic tools that can help reduce the impacts of stress, anxiety and overwhelm in our everyday work and life.

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Health Promotion, Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention

hpcdip@oahpp.ca

Updated 20 Jan 2021