Public Health - Community Nutrition Program

AKA: Public Health and Family Nutrition Program (former name)
Provided by: Health PEI
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Service Description

Provides nutrition guidance for individuals who are pregnant and offers feeding and nutritional support and advice for new parents. Registered dietitians are available by telephone, online or in-person. Includes:
  • Nutritional assessment and counselling: Promotes a healthy pregnancy
  • Nutritional supplements: In case of a high-risk pregnancy, approved supplements might be available at no cost
  • Milk Ticket Support: Milk tickets are available for eligible clients who are participating in regular nutrition counselling with dietitians
  • Services for infants and toddlers: Offers advice on healthy eating for new parents, guidance on infant feeding, and help with breastfeeding challenges
  • Services for families with children ages five to 10: Lifestyle Triple P Parenting Program is available for parents who have a child who is overweight or obese or who may want to promote a healthier lifestyle

Information

Eligibility:
Individuals who are pregnant and parents/guardians of children * Specific programs may have eligibility requirements based on age of children in the family
Fees:
No fees
How to Access:
Call or email
Documents Required:
Unknown
Program Email:
publichealthnutrition@gov.pe.ca
Program Phone Numbers:
Language:
English
Website:
https://www.princeedwardisland.ca/en/information/health-pei/community-nutri(...)
Coverage Area:
Epekwitk / Prince Edward Island

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