Early Years - Public Health, Western Zone, NSH

04/15/2026

Help shape the future of women+ health in the Maritimes!

Researchers are inviting people living in the Maritimes to share what health questions matter most to women+ (women and anyone who experiences health issues traditionally linked to women’s health — including cis women, trans men, non-binary, Two-Spirit, and gender-diverse people).

You can participate if you are:

• 18 years of age or older.
• Living in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick or Prince Edward Island.
• A person with lived experience, caregiver, member of the public, healthcare provider, researcher or policymaker with an interest in women+ health.

Complete the brief online survey in your preferred language:

English: https://bit.ly/maritimewomenshealthsurvey
French: https://bit.ly/santédesfemmesmaritimes

For more information, visit www.maritimewomenshealth.com

03/23/2026

Include Me! Has partnered with Cuts By Katrina for another hair cut day at the Wilmot community hall! Register below :) (Registration will close Wednesday March 25th, a confirmation email will go out that evening, and payment is due Friday March 27th)
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1fhse8h0E7D0oLLIaUkhcGwVdU9eoQ3GsVYxu5l8_cXg/viewform

02/24/2026

⚠️ RECALL ALERT ⚠️
Health Canada has issued a recall alert for 'Kendamil brand Infant Formula with whole milk' due to Cereulide contamination.

According to the Health Canada government website, "Cereulide is a toxin produced by some strains of Bacillus cereus. Cereulide is highly heat stable meaning it is unlikely to be deactivated or destroyed by cooking or when preparing infant formula for consumption."

The following products included in the recall are sold only at Costco Canada:

➡️ Kendamil Infant formula with whole milk - Milk based powder with iron
-sold in 1049g containers
-UPC code: 8 50045 23826 1
-Lot 897274 M 121

➡️ Kendamil Infant formula with whole milk - Milk based powder with iron
-sold in 1049 g containers
-UPC code 8 50045 23826 1
-Lot 888632 M 121

Health Canada is advising consumers to stop using the recalled products immediately; they should be thrown out or returned to the location where they were purchased.

For more information: https://recalls-rappels.canada.ca/en/alert-recall/kendamil-brand-infant-formula-whole-milk-recalled-due-cereulide-toxin?fbclid=IwY2xjawQKgS1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETJqMlNNdjNCSklGSm1kUWEwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkD-85iaxCHh3N8q64X3M0VCiH835WIWtW1AR3FinogTOW7RTMaT8tvo-ZMw_aem_JWBlnK4NFMPMt8QEakLAIA

Source info: Health Canada/CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency)

02/24/2026

Your baby was born knowing when to eat and when to stop. Responsive feeding is about tuning into those natural cues. You’re not spoiling your baby by feeding them when they’re hungry, and you’re not wasting food when they’ve had enough. You’re helping them grow lifelong skills — one feeding at a time.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿:

When your baby starts showing signs of hunger, like becoming more alert, rooting or turning toward you, they’re asking for care and connection. When they slow down, turn away, or lose interest, they’re letting you know they’ve had enough.

𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀:

Honouring these moments teaches your baby that they can trust their body, and their caregiver. Over time, this builds healthy eating patterns, body awareness, selfregulation, and a positive relationship with food.

𝗣𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗰 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽:

Public Health Nurses offer a variety of supports to help with infant feeding, including learning your baby’s cues and developing techniques for long-term success.

Find out more at www.nshealth.ca/infant-feeding-support.

02/11/2026

🗓📣 Gentle Reminder to come out and join us for these fun events, coming up this Thursday February 12th in the Tri-Counties!! 🗓📣

It's almost time to lace up those skates and join us in recognizing Family Violence Prevention Week (FVPW February 8th - 14th 2026) in Nova Scotia. Look for a FREE COMMUNITY SKATE near you and join in. Hot chocolate and snacks will be available until supplies last. No registration required, everyone welcome. Please help us share widely! ⛸☕️🍪

- Sandy Wickens Memorial Arena, Thursday February 12th, 4PM-5PM
- Yarmouth Mariners Centre, Thursday February 12th, 2PM-3PM
- Université Saint-Anne, Thursday February 12th, 2:30PM-3:30PM
- Digby Arena, Thursday February 12th, 1:15pm-2:15PM

**Each Free Community Skate offers a chance to win one of four Family Activity Baskets. Check out our booth at the skate for more details and how to enter!**

01/23/2026

Screen Time and Your Family
📅 Tuesday. Feb. 3 • Noon – 1:30 p.m.
➡️ Register here: https://cht.cdha.nshealth.ca/selectCourse.aspx?unitId=IWK

01/19/2026

Feeding your baby is one of the most personal and powerful parts of becoming a parent. Public Health can support you! Call 1-833-601-0949 to get support, and find out more details here:

https://www.nshealth.ca/clinics-programs-and-services/public-health-infant-feeding-support

01/16/2026

IWK Health is collaborating with Hospice Halifax to launch Connected Through Loss: PAIL Support Group., a monthly, in-person support group for adults navigating pregnancy and/or infant loss.

This group is open to all adults (both gestational and non-gestational parents) within a chosen family navigating said loss.

It will run on the first Monday of each month, starting Monday, February 2nd.

Interested participants can contact Hospice Halifax to register, and contact both Hospice Halifax and the IWK’s Pediatric Advanced Care Team for more information.
https://iwkhealth.ca/clinics-programs-services/bereavement-support-services

01/02/2026

First Bites: Raising a Happy Eater (4-week program)
📅 Thursdays, Jan. 8 to 29 • 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. (Next offering starts February 10th)
➡️ Register here: https://cht.cdha.nshealth.ca/Select.aspx?eventAbbr=HNSFB

12/16/2025

You may feel pressure to juggle breastfeeding and social events during the holidays. It is common to feel unsure about how to manage invitations, family expectations, and your baby’s feeding needs. Start by asking yourself if attending the event will support your well-being. It is okay to skip a gathering or choose only the ones that matter most.

Family events can bring extra stress, especially when everyone wants to hold the baby. Nursing before you leave or as soon as you arrive can help. You can also wear your baby in a sling to reduce requests to pass the baby around. If you are unsure about where to breastfeed, plan ahead. Some moms prefer a quiet space. Other parents feed in the main room and stay part of the conversation. Clothes that allow easy access help both you and your baby stay calm.

Formal events are possible too. A tiny baby in a carrier works well. For older babies, having a support person nearby can help you balance social needs with your baby’s needs. Talk with the people involved so everyone understands what support looks like for your family.

Whatever you choose, attending or staying home, trust that you are making the right decision for this season. Next year will look different.

12/08/2025

11/27/2025

🌟 SIGN UP FOR THE DECEMBER FOOD BOX! 🌟 Households in Clare needing food assistance are invited to sign up for a food box, which will be available for pick-up on Wednesday, December 3, from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Parish Hall (9636 Highway 1, Saulnierville). One box per household. No unannounced drop-ins, please! Only households on the list will be eligible for a food box.🍎 ALL REQUESTS MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE THE NIGHT OF SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, AT 11:59 P.M. To sign up: www.clareshare.ca/register.
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🌟 INSCRIVEZ-VOUS POUR LA BOÎTE DE NOURRITURE DU MOIS DE DÉCEMBRE! 🌟 Les foyers à Clare ayant besoin d'aide alimentaire sont invités à s'inscrire pour recevoir une boîte de nourriture, qui sera disponible pour la cueillette le 3 décembre de 17 h à 18 h à la salle paroissiale du Sacré-Cœur (9636, route 1, Saulnierville). Pas de visites à impromptu, s'il vous plaît! Une boîte par foyer. Seuls les foyers qui se sont inscrits auront accès à une boîte de nourriture.🍎 TOUTES DEMANDES DOIVENT ÊTRE REÇUES AVANT LA NUIT DU DIMANCHE 30 NOVEMBRE À 23h59. Inscrivez-vous ici: www.clareshare.ca/register.