Who Can Be Eligible
The program is available to pregnant individuals, at any gestational age, who are:
- at nutritional risk based on the screening at registration
- open to receiving nutrition counselling by phone call appointments or when available, in person appointments
- living in Toronto
Program Details
The Healthiest Babies Possible program at Toronto Public Health is a free, confidential prenatal nutrition and support program. The program offers one-to-one nutrition counselling with a Public Health Dietitian.
Topics may include:
- healthy eating for a healthy pregnancy
- healthy weight gain
- managing diet-related discomforts
- foods and drinks to avoid
- breastfeeding
- introduction to complimentary foods
The program also provides:
- food vouchers
- interpreters
- linking and referrals to community resources and food programs
- referral to other services
To find out if you are eligible and to register please call Toronto Public Health at 416-338-7600, eChat with a Public Health Nurse or send an email to PublicHealth@toronto.ca
