Steps to Wellness Before and After Baby
Steps to Wellness Before and After Baby is a free virtual group for pregnant and new moms in Durham Region.
If you’ve been feeling sad, worried, angry, irritable, and/or overwhelmed, you're not alone.
This program is based on the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) model, which helps people understand how their thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected—and how to make positive changes.
Babies are welcome!
Who can join?
You may be able to join if:
- You live in Durham Region and are 18 years or older.
- You are pregnant or have a baby under 18 months old.
- You have a computer, tablet, or phone to join online.
How to join?
To see if this group is right for you, call Durham Health Connection Line at 1-800-841-2729 and speak with a public health nurse.
The nurse will ask you a few questions to check if you meet the requirements. If this group isn’t the best fit, they can help you find other programs or services that may work better for you.
What moms are saying
Moms who joined the group shared that:
- They learned tools to manage mood and anxiety.
- They felt less self-doubt and more confident in parenting.
- They started using calming techniques automatically.
- They could talk more openly with their partner.
- They learned how to calm strong emotions before they got too big.
- They found fun and satisfying activities that helped them feel good and stay focused.
Next available group series
- September 17 to November 12, 2026
- October 13 to December 8, 2026
To see if this group is right for you, call Durham Health Connection Line at 1-800-841-2729 and speak with a public health nurse.
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