Jessie's
205 Parliament St M5A 2Z4 Toronto, ON, Canada

A huge thank you once again for everyone who participated and had part of this amazing donation to Jessie’s Centre

March is nutrition month Click the link in our bio for all our great resources for nutrition/feeding for families!

BBB is for pregnant and parenting Jessie's participants with babies up to 1 year of age. If interested in attending please email or call Faith, [email protected] or 416-365-1888 x238

Today’s parenting post is all the benefits of exercise Click the link in our bio to see all the great info and videos !

A big thank you from Jessie's - The June Callwood Centre for Young Women to TELUS and TELUS Friendly Future Foundation for supporting the healthy development of teens and their children and for working together to ensure their optimal growth and success! #thanksforyoursupport

You can apply here: https://www.iaccess.gov.on.ca/FamilyAppW/public/index.xhtml

As things open back up, social distancing becomes more challenging, but it’s proven that frequent hand-washing, physical distancing and wearing masks in public spaces work to slow the spread of COVID-19 as cities that have legislated mandatory mask-wearing have seen decreases in new COVID-19 cases. How can we help children get used to the new reality of wearing masks in public spaces? Here are links to some helpful information for parents that address children wearing masks a...nd how to help children social distance: Helping Kids Get Used to Masks: https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/coronavirus-masks.html Coronavirus (COVID-19): Social Distancing with Children https://kidshealth.org//coronavirus-social-distancing.html COVID-19: Reduce Virus Spread https://www.toronto.ca//cov/covid-19-reduce-virus-spread/

Wishing everyone a great weekend! We’ll be back Tuesday at 10am #virtualservices #jessiescentreto #staysafe

Today’s Parenting post is all about cooking with children! #tipsforcookingwithkids

Some amazing healthcare workers are raising money to start up a scholarship at our Centre for young mothers who are pursuing an education in nursing/front line maternity care! Learn more and donate below:

Today @3pm we have an art workshop for you! Participants, join us in making vision boards CONTACT NATALIE TO JOIN : [email protected]

If you’re co-parenting, or trying to figure out how to co-parent, we have some tips and resources for you! Co-parenting is not an option for everyone who is separated with children and the way you co- parent may look different than the way you see other people co- parent. Remember, if it is possible for you, you can figure out how to co-parent effectively and healthily for both yourself and your child #coparenting Resources mentioned: Co-parenting during COVID-19 Fact Sheet:... https://www.toronto.ca//96e4-Sharing-Child-Custody-Co-Pare Family Services Toronto: https://familyservicetoronto.org///families-in-transition/ Books for kids on Seperation and Divorce: https://www.parentbooks.ca//Divorce_Resources_for_Kids_&_T

"As Black communities continue to face disproportionate discrimination, violence and illness, it’s critical to end the obstetric racism that puts Black women in Canada at risk. Black mothers are birthing the next generation of Black children, our renewed hope for the future. Advocating for their health and lives is more urgent than ever." Read more: shorturl.at/gjuCH

Join us today for our first BBB session of the summer! We're talking keeping our babies healthy

Our health program is still here for you! Get in touch with our health office at 416-365-1888 ext 238 to arrange pickup or mail delivery of no cost pregnancy tests, manual breast pumps, vitamin d drops and other feeding supplies

Join us today for our first session of our Prenatal Food for Two Group! #prenatal #momgroup #momssupportmoms

Anti-Black racism, police brutality, and systemic injustices are a reality in the City of Toronto and impact the lives of many of Jessie’s Centre participants, staff and volunteers. Jessie’s staff and Board is proud to stand in solidarity with the Black community and are committed to systemic change for all Black, Indigenous, people of colour (BIPOC) Read our Position on Anti-Racism in full on our website: https://jessiescentre.org/position-on-anti-racism/

Our virtual summer groups are about to start! If you're interested in registering for BBB or Prenatal Food for Two, email Faith at [email protected] or call 416-365-1888 ext 238 #jessiescentreto #summergroups #prenatal #moms #momtobe

Are you preparing your child or children for a new sibling? While it is an exciting time it can also be a challenging time for your other child/ren. We've put together some tips and resources to help your older children prepare for a new sibling! Participants, if you have questions about parenting, please contact Deirdre at [email protected] or at ext. 225. We're here to support you!... Links mentioned: https://www.cbc.ca//9-books-to-help-prepare-your-child-for https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/ Information on sibling rivalry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gtVLO57hO0 https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/sibling-rivalry.html

Please note that today's Virtual Clinic is cancelled but we will be back next week!

Jessie's virtual experience continues. Check out our July Calendar. #staysafe #jessiescentreto #monthlycalendar

Let's celebrate!!! Although we've had a challenging year so far, there's still so much to be grateful for. Join us today at 2pm to celebrate yet another successful BBB group! We are so grateful for each and everyone one of you. #celebration #virtualparty #bellies #boobs #bitchin #jessiescentreto #virtualexperience #staysafe

Here are some ways to celebrate virtually this year: https://www.ictinc.ca//11-ways-to-virtually-celebrate-nati Here is a link to summer solstice festivals:... https://summersolsticefestivals.ca/ The Toronto Public Library recommends the following Indigenous children’s books to check out: https://torontopubliclibrary.typepad.com//recommended-titl The following is a link to learn more about Indigenous territories, communities and Treaties: https://www.whose.land/en/ Land acknowledgements information: https://locallove.ca//land-acknowledgements-uncovering-a/ Support your local Indigenous businesses such as: The Cedar Basket Gift Shop at the Native Canadian Centre of Toronto: https://ncct.on.ca/gift-shop/ Nish Dish Restaurant https://www.nishdish.com/ Cafe Pow Wow Kensington Market - https://www.facebook.com/CafePowWow/ Talk4 Healing is a culturally grounded, fully confidential helpline for Indigenous Women in Ontario available in 14 different languages https://www.talk4healing.com/

Newborn - 2 months: Communication. Here are some great examples of following children's lead, engaging in conversation, taking turns, being engaged as a parent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DOfEu2zqrkQ... Dad and son have adorable conversation You won't want to miss this adorable moment of a father and his toddler having a full-fledged conversation about what they're watching on TV. (ABC News) www.youtube.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vm37vKnDdh8

#pride2020 #resources #families #children #solidarity #equalityforall #equality #celebratepride #thingstodoinquarantine #staysafe #stayconnected #jessiescentreto #booksforkids

Today at 2pm! You don't want to miss this important discussion. #bellies #boobs #bitchin #discussion #groupchat #supportgroup #group #growingtogether #learnandgrow #chitchat