Antigonish Kids First
83 Kirk Street B2G 0G2 Antigonish, NS, Canada

There are still a few openings for pregnant moms & moms with babies newborn to age 6 months to attend tomorrow's group. FB message us if you'd like to come.

Happy Monday! Just a reminder that the Antigonish Community Transit Bus is back to their Tuesday and Friday schedule.

It is with great sorrow that we share the news of the passing of Fable, the amazing therapy dog. Before Covid, Fable was a monthly visitor to Kids First for the last number of years. She was adored by all the children & families, and will be greatly missed! RIP Fable (Oct 13/2007-Dec 8/2020)

Free Christmas socks filled with goodies, free cool kids masks and free books!!! Go check out our local library before they’re gone!

Still a few spots left for this Wednesdays, Healthy Moms Healthy Babies group. Pre-registration is required.

Check out this awesomeness from Awesome Antigonish, Myers Tea Room, Nish Eats and Bellwether Investment!!!

Some great ideas for getting outside and having fun this winter!! :-) https://activeforlife.com/winter-bucket-list-just-for-you/

Now taking registrations for this Wednesday's Healthy Moms Healthy Babies group. Preference will be given to those moms who didn't get to attend last week. Please message, email or phone us to sign-up. (Please note: this is the last Healthy Moms Healthy Babies group until January 6th)

Some great alternatives and techniques here

Stop by the Giving Tree at the People’s Place. We have stockings filled with treats and a few necessities plus some puzzle books courtesy of the Antigonish Comm...unity Health Board and in partnership with Antigonish Kids First. We also have children’s books from the Adopt-a-Library Literacy Program and some beautiful face masks made by one of our library friends. See more

Check out this fun Reindeer Scavenger Hunt being put on by Antigonish Town & County!! You may even find one of Santa’s Reindeer visiting us somewhere at Kids First!!

We are looking for homes for these items. If you could use anything here, feel free to stop by & pick it up, it’s outside on our social distancing pick-up table. (Baby bathtub, Breastfeeding Pillow, Diaper Genie, new Crib Mattress, Basinett, Backpacks, Books, Hamper, Baby Girl Skirts.

Need some boxes for those Christmas gifts?? Come & get ‘em!!!

NOTE: There is still space available in tomorrow's Healthy Moms Healthy Babies group! Now taking registrations for this Wednesday's Healthy Moms Healthy Babies group. Preference will be given to those moms who didn't get to attend last week. Please message, email or phone us to sign-up. (Please note: this is the last Healthy Moms Healthy Babies group until January 6th)

Exciting news!! We have a small supply of period packs, supplied by the Girls Taking Action group. These packs are to help with period poverty & to end stigma about menstruation. These packs are free (1 per family). Message us if you’d like to get one.

A Fitbit was found in a coat that was donated to our Coats for Families program. If you think this might be yours, please contact us to verify with a description & time lost.

Looking for a bouncer chair for a family with a new baby. Send us a message if you have one you are no longer using. Thanks!!

Next Wednesday is our last outdoor "Snack & Chat" Healthy Moms Healthy Babies group. Starting in October, we will be moving back indoors (with Covid regulations in place). If you'd like to sign up for these groups, send me a message, email or phone call. -Michelle

Dalhousie Study looking for Participants who are pregnant or less than 16 weeks postpartum. Participants will be compensated for their time.

Town & County Recreation had activity packs left over from the summer, that theyve passed along to us to give out to families! Stop by if youd like some, they are outside on the deck on our social-distancing pick-up table! First come first serve!

Hey there Antigonish! The Town of Antigonish is presenting Family Play Time! This is an opportunity for families to come out and enjoy a bundle of provided equi...pment. On Saturday, September 26th, October 3rd, 10th, and 17th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM come out to the Central Turf Field. The field will be divided with free play on one side and organized activities suitable for youth and adults on the other! (Examples: Spike Ball, Washer Toss, etc.). We hope to see you there! See more

Please note, all our libraries will be closing today (TuesSept22) at 4pm. The #Antigonish, #NewGlasgow & #Pictou libraries will be closing early at 4pm due to storm weather. Take care & stay save! #NSstorm @989XFM @Mix941Variety @CBCNS @REMOPictouCo @globalhalifax @CTVAtlantic

Child Safety Link celebrates Child Passenger Safety Week! Is your child in #TheRightSeat ? Here is a roap map to guide you through the ages and stages. #CPSweekCanada #TogetherApart #CPSweek2020

Child Safety Link celebrates Child Passenger Safety Week! Is your child in #TheRightSeat ? Here is a roap map to guide you through the ages and stages. #CPSweekCanada #TogetherApart #CPSweek2020

The Town of Antigonish wishes to advise residents to prepare for the severe storm that is approaching Nova Scotia. Nova Scotia is currently under a Post Tropic...al Storm Warning from Hurricane Teddy. Current weather predictions are showing that Antigonish will be impacted by rain and high winds from Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday. Significant rainfall is expected and will accumulate quickly, and wind gusts are expected reach up to 80-120 km/hr, possibly higher. To prepare, residents should secure outdoor furniture, flowerpots, trampolines and garbage bins, as well as ensure windows are closed and basements and backdoors are properly secured. In the event of an emergency related to a power outage, residents are expected to be prepared to cope on your own for at least the first 72 hours. For more information on how to be properly prepared, please visit: https://www.townofantigonish.ca/protective-services.html. The Town is continuing to monitor weather forecasts will post any updates in relation to storm warnings, to our website at www.townofantiognish.ca and social media pages.

Kids First will be holding our Annual General Meeting next Monday evening via Zoom. Please see the attached poster for details if you'd like to join us! We always love seeing faces from our communities!!

Are any of our families needing help with school supplies? Send us a message or give us a call if so (902-863-3848). We have a small assortment of Grade 4 & 5 supplies, some school bags, pencil cases, construction paper, and crayons that have been donated, that wed like to pass on.

The cooler weather has arrived! We are looking for some thin, fleece, one-piece suits sizes 3-6mths, 6-12mths, 12-18mths, & 18-24mths for our families! Send us a message if you have any to pass along, thanks!

Glenhill Berry Farm has a beautiful Fall display set up for photos!!

Registration is required for all programs, as space is limited. You can reach us by phone, FB message or email to register.

Free parenting sessions for anyone in Nova Scotia delivered via zoom (a couple are specific for Halifax but most are open to entire province). Register online at: https://bit.ly/3em9XCu For questions call 902-460-4560 or toll free 1-844-460-4555

Great news! One support person is allowed to accompany you to appointments at all NSHA hospitals

Primary Health Care is offering a variety of online wellness sessions for adults of all ages on healthy eating, physical activity, mental wellness, parenting, and reducing ones health risks. Nova Scotians can register online at www.HealthyNovaScotia.ca, or call 1-844-460-4555 for more information. As well, this website contains a wealth of information about staying well (e.g. tips on mental wellness, physician activity, healthy eating, and parenting), as well as living a hea...lthy life with chronic conditions (such as diabetes, heart and lung conditions, or chronic pain). There are a variety of sessions being offered online, including: Building Better Sleep Introduction to Take Charge of Your Stress Self-compassion 4-Week Program Time management and well-being Free Time and You NEW Key Assertiveness skills 2-Week Program Nutrition fact or fiction: COVID-19 Making the most of your food dollar: COVID-19 Why am I still hungry? Food and Mood 2-Week program NEW Beyond Weight-Shifting Focus to Health 2-Week Program NEW Sit less, move more Finding an online exercise program Pregnancy and Exercise Mindful Movement NEW Self-compassion for parents My child is anxious should I worry? 2-Week Program An Introduction to Parenting Your Teenager NEW Screen Time and Your Family NEW And Many More! https://library.nshealth.ca/ld.php?content_id=35506048

The IWK is doing a survey directed towards women who have had a baby during the Covid pandemic. By participating, you will be entered into a draw for 1 of 3 $100 gift cards. See link & story below. https://surveys.dal.ca/opinio/s?s=57576

LOOKING for a stroller for a family ASAP. Please message us if you have one that you're done with and would like to pass along. Thanks so much!

Spotted at antigonish Walmart..great deal !

What a great way to destress after the first week back to school!!

Upcoming programs happening at Kids First Family Resource Centre for the month of September!! Registration is required for all programs, as space is limited. You can reach us by phone, FB message or email to register. <3

Trauma can manifest in many forms. This is why we should always seek to understand behaviors and truly listen. #HackingSchoolDiscipline

UPDATE: the following items are still available: 1 portable playpen, 2 highchairs and 1 highchair that attaches to a kitchen chair. A number of baby items were recently donated to Kid First to pass along to any needing Antigonish families.

Parent & Tot will now take place on both Monday & Tuesday mornings!! We still have space available in next weeks groups! Shoot us a message if you'd like to sign-up! :-)

Great way to reframe those after school questions

We hope all the littles had a great 1st day back to school today!! From the staff at Kids First!

COVID-19 has largely impacted the daily lives of Canadians, but little is known about the impact on the health and well-being of youth. Help us learn more about... the impact on youth in Nova Scotia by completing the attached survey: https://surveys.dal.ca/opinio/s?s=57927 #ForHealthierGenerations See more

Just a reminder that we are closed today for the Labour Day holiday, and that we will not be having any programs this week.

Still spaces open for tomorrow's Parent & Tot Outdoor Playtime. Let us know if you would like to come!