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Programs & Services

Prenatal Classes

Provides prenatal classes and information about pregnancy, birthing, breastfeeding and parenting.

For more information visit our website at Prenatal – North Zone. Classes may be in the evenings or on Saturdays. Please be advised not all locations offer all services.

Services include:

  • prenatal classes
  • prenatal breast-feeding classes
  • information sessions are available through AHS public health
  • prenatal information sessions are offered via Zoom once a month
  • a chance to meet other people in the community expecting a baby
  • knowledge of what to expect during your labor and delivery
  • breathing and relaxation techniques
  • immunization and infant safety information
  • providing your support person with the skills to help with labor and delivery
  • increased breastfeeding knowledge
  • newborn and postpartum care
  • what resources are available for yourself and your newborn
  • answer questions about your pregnancy, diet, and childbirth plans

Contact Details

Fort McMurray Community Health Services

Address
113 Thickwood Boulevard
Fort McMurray, Alberta
T9H 5E5
Telephone
780-791-6247
Getting There

Public transportation available

Hours of Operation
Days of the Week

Wednesday
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Saturday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Note

Information sessions are available through AHS Public Health. 

 

Once a month via Zoom on a Saturday – 9AM-4PM

Register online at https://redcap.albertahealthservices.ca/surveys/?s=7D9T4LEPEHMEYPJ4

 

 

In person drop in weekly classes on Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30 at The Public Health Office 113 Thickwood Blvd. Fort McMurray, AB

8 week series.

 

Prenatal Information Sessions via Zoom are offered once a month, information sessions are available through AHS Public Health.
Access
Service Providers May Include
public health nurses (PHNs)
Service Access

Must register for prenatal classes. Call your local Community Health Services for more information.


Wait Times

It is important to register early because class sizes are limited. The 2nd trimester is ideal for learning.

Service Languages
Interpreter/Translation services
Service Locations
Also Known As
Other
Family Services, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Prevention (FAS/E), Maternity, New Parent Services, Population Health, Prenatal Classes, Counselling and Education