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Planning a family? Or perhaps you've made a decision not to have a baby right now?
Either way, it’s important for women and men of reproductive age to be healthy for their unborn children. Whether you are planning it or not, pregnancies do happen. In fact, a Lakehead University study found…
Having a baby can be tiring physically, mentally, and emotionally. It's important to make the time to rest and relax as your health is important to the whole family. Here are a few other things you can keep in mind:
Weight loss. Do not try to lose pregnancy weight immediately. Weight loss…
The environment affects our children more than it does adults for various reasons (read on below). The Thunder Bay District Health Unit’s role is to inform the public about these risks and provide information on how to reduce them. We want to help you ensure your children – and all children living…
The safest place for your baby to sleep is on his or her back, in a crib, cradle or bassinet. We recommend you place your baby to sleep next to the adult’s bed for the first 6 months of life. Below are some more tips to remember when placing your infant to sleep:
Quick Tips to Remember…
Raising children is ultimately rewarding, but at times it can be frustrating and difficult. As the saying goes, children do not come with a handbook. In fact, most (if not all) parents could use a bit of help from time to time. It’s important to realize that there isn’t any one right way to raise…
This webpage has been adapted from five rack cards for accessibility. The page can be printed or you can request a copy of the rack card(s) by making a request through our contact page and we would be happy to provide it.
Baby Teeth are Important
Caregiver wiping baby's gums with a soft cloth…
The map below is updated periodically but is currently out of date.
For more current information, please see and download the 'Where to Get Food in Thunder Bay' resource.
To locate a specific location or service, click on the Community Food Programs title on the top left of the map…
expand_moreFresh and Fun Recipes
Pumpkin recipes:
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Pumpkin Banana Oat Muffins
Pumpkin Lentil Soup
Kale recipes:
Kale Pesto
Kale Chips
Kale Caesar Salad
Carrot recipes:
Maple Glazed Carrots
Carrot Cookies
Moroccan Spiced Carrot Soup
Spaghetti squash recipes:…
Can Breastfeeding/Chestfeeding be used as a Method of Contraception (birth control)?
Yes. Breastfeeding/chestfeeding can be used for birth control, but only if you answer “Yes” to ALL of the four statements below:
My baby is less than 6 months old.
I have not had a period since my baby…
Access to nourishing foods (also known as “food security”) is important for our health. However, there are many things that can make being able to get food difficult, including:
Location (some foods such as fresh fruits and vegetables aren’t always available, especially in rural locations).…
The Northern Fruit and Vegetable Program (NFVP) is serving fresh fruit and vegetables to elementary students in the District of Thunder Bay! Since 2006, the NFVP has been wildly successful with children in the northeastern region of Ontario, and as of May 2018, the program expanded to our region.…
Most people like to go out for dinner from time to time. Below are some tips for when going to a restaurant or other places to eat that are adapted from the Guide to Eating Out from UnlockFood.ca.
Look for whole-grain products, such as whole wheat, rye or multi-grain breads, rolls,…
Body image is a part of your self-esteem. It is how you see your body size, shape, and attractiveness. It also includes your attitudes and feelings about your body and how you think others see you.
Someone with a healthy body image feels good in their skin and feels good about their body. They do…
Lactation Clinic Info and Hours
What We Do
The TBDHU’s role is to:
Provide breastfeeding/chestfeeding support services to individuals in Thunder Bay and the District.
Ensure accurate, accessible information is available to pregnant people by providing one-on-one, online and in-person…
Getting Off to a Good Start
Breastfeeding/chestfeeding is natural but it can take a little time for breastfeeding/chestfeeding individuals and babies to learn. Pregnancy is a great time to get information and talk to health care providers and others who know…