“Postpartum” simply means “after birth.” This is mostly a time of joy but can also be a time of stress as families recover from the birth and learn to care for self and newborn baby.
Community-based postpartum services in Calgary and area are here for support.
Free services for parents and newborns include:
Birth parent health and emotional health assessment
Newborn health assessments
Staple removal (after C-section)
Resources and referrals
Breastfeeding support, information and referral to a lactation consultant or physician, as required
Bottle feeding information and support, based on parent choice
Health screenings including newborn jaundice and metabolic screening
Access to breastfeeding pumps (low income) and infant weigh scales as necessary
Social work access may be available for parents with resource and intervention needs
Hospital referrals for urgent health concerns
AHS Public Health Postpartum Services will contact you:
Clients are contacted within 1-2 days after leaving hospital, to set up an appointment.
We will assess the type of appointment you and your newborn will require
The appointment for you and your newborn ensures you will have a healthy start together
Free virtual postpartum zoom class (Thursdays) on Feeding Your Newborn – NOTE: all feeding methods will be discussed.
AFTER your baby is born, please call 403-955-1450 to register or contact birthandbabies@ahs.ca.
