Pregnancy
The support you need, to have an amazing pregnancy and birth.
We offer a wide variety of services to support you in your journey through pregnancy.
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Counselling
Mental health affects all aspects of our lives, but it’s also incredibly important during pregnancy and postpartum. When our mental health needs are not met, its impact on our physical health can influence pregnancy, birth and so much more!
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Acupuncture
Acupuncture is very effective treating multiple common concerns during pregnancy; some examples are: low back pain, reflux, digestion issues, sleep, dizziness, bleeding, to help with baby’s position, to help initiate labour, etc.
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Pregnancy Ultrasounds
Have a sneak peak at your baby and what they’re up to. Using advanced technology, we provide clear, lifelike images of your baby before birth, helping you create lasting memories. Our experienced sonographer prioritizes your comfort, offering a friendly and welcoming environment to make this special experience even more memorable.
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Birth Pool Rental
Experience a serene and comfortable birth with our birth pool rentals. Designed to support a calm, water-based labor, our high-quality pools provide a relaxing environment for both mother and baby. Rent a pool today and create a soothing, personalized birth experience in the comfort of your home.
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Fear Release for Birth
Are you stressed and fearful of the birthing process? This session will help you feel lighter and empowered as your birthing time comes closer.
*This session can be eligible for reimbursement through your private benefits if you have coverage for Counselling.
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'Flip the Baby' Session
Is your baby breech, transversal or sunny side up? This deep relaxation exercise can help your baby get into the best position for labour and birth.
*This session can be eligible for reimbursement through your private benefits if you have coverage for Counselling.
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Birth 'Induction' Session
Are you being pressured to have an induction? This guided mediation is very successful in encouraging baby to start labour; most parents that have done this session go into labour within 72 hours.
*This session can be eligible for reimbursement through your private benefits if you have coverage for Counselling.
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Mom’s Who Worry!
Do you feel like all you do since you got pregnant is worry? We have created a space just for you!
In this 10 week therapeutic group we’ll meet at The Perinatal Wellness Centre in Dartmouth and chat about our experiences as pregnant parents. You’ll be able to build your community while being supported by Registered Counselling Therapist Mercedes in a group setting.
You’ll get all the tips/info you need to work with your worries, including techniques that are proven to help decrease anxiety. You can live a life without constant worry!
*This program can be eligible for reimbursement through your private benefits if you have coverage for Counselling.
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Free Breastfeeding Essentials Prenatal Class -Coming Soon!
Excited about your baby’s arrival?
Get ready for your breastfeeding journey with La Leche League Canada’s Breastfeeding Essentials class — designed to support you before your little one arrives.In this free session, you’ll explore:
- How to get ready for breastfeeding
- Key techniques for latching and positioning
- Tips for building and maintaining milk supply
- Ways to tell if your baby is feeding well
- Where to find ongoing support when you need it
Classes & Workshops helpful to take during your pregnancy
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HypnoBirthing Prenatal Classes
HypnoBirthing is a 5 week program where we not only take into consideration all aspects of the pregnancy and birthLearn more… (physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual) but also give your partner/birth companion a very special place during the process and help them get all the tools they need to better support you and feel confident while doing it.
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Birth & Baby Essentials Prenatal Class
It’s always better to not go into something unprepared - and that goes double when you’re expecting a new baby. Especially if you’re new to it all, you might not even know what questions you have - and that’s ok! We’ll take the guesswork out of the “new parent” thing so that you can absorb all you have to learn, and feel confident as you prepare to meet your new baby.
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DBL Baby Language Class
DBL Baby Language allows you to learn what your new baby is communicating by understanding the different sounds they make just before they cry.
It is ideal to take this class while pregnant or before your baby is 3 months old.
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Free Breastfeeding Essentials Prenatal Class -Coming Soon
Excited about your baby’s arrival?
Get ready for your breastfeeding journey with La Leche League Canada’s Breastfeeding Essentials class — designed to support you before your little one arrives.In this free session, you’ll explore:
- How to get ready for breastfeeding
- Key techniques for latching and positioning
- Tips for building and maintaining milk supply
- Ways to tell if your baby is feeding well
- Where to find ongoing support when you need it
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HypnoMothering
HypnoBirthing was an excelent tool for your pregnancy and birth?
Learn about our HypnoMothering classes and all the new hypnosis techniques specific for the postpartum period.