Join the Health Unit this fall for a free day of learning and networking!
The Maternal Child Update will focus on breastfeeding, perinatal mental health, and the significance of early relational health. It is intended for health care providers and professionals who provide care to newborns and their caregivers.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024
Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: North Bay Regional Health Centre Auditorium and Virtual Livestream.
CERPs available to both in-person and online attendees (Continuing Education Recognition Points for IBCLCs).
Keynote Speakers:
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Agenda and Resources
Morning
Opening Remarks Dr. Carol Zimbalatti, Medical Officer of Health
Breastfeeding Best Practices Kathy O'Grady, RN, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Resources
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Presentation: Importance of Early Relational Health, Dr. Carol Zimbalatti, Medical Officer of Health
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References: Breastfeeding Best Practices, Kathy O'Grady, RN, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)
Break
Lunch provided for in-person attendees.
Afternoon
Perinatal Depression: Child Impact, Detection and Management Dr. Ryan Van Lieshout and Dr. John Krzeczkowski. Please note these presenters will be joining virtually. The presentation will be shown to both in-person and virtual attendees.
Nutrition Best Practices Alex Lacarte, Registered Dietitian
Community Perinatal Mental Health Services Update Nipissing Parry Sound Perinatal Mood & Anxiety: Clinical Work Group.
Resources
- Presentation: Perinatal Depression - Impact, Detection and Management, Dr. Ryan Van Lieshout and Dr. John Krzeczkowski
- Presentation: Nutrition Best Practices, Alex Lacarte, Registered Dietitian
- Presentation: Community Perinatal Mental Health Services Update, Nipissing Parry Sound Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Clinical Work Group
Registration
The Health Unit is covering the costs for this event, making it free for you to attend. A link to attend virtually will be shared closer to the event date with registrants who confirm their virtual attendance.
Registration has closed.
Questions or concerns? Email us.