South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre
Postpartum Resources
Welcome to Postpartum Resources
Congratulations on the arrival of your baby! The postpartum period is a time of adjustment, learning, and growth for your whole family. Whether you’re navigating feeding challenges, seeking connection with other new parents, managing your mental health, or finding healthcare for your baby, we’re here to support you.
What You'll Find Here
This page includes resources to help you with:
- Healthcare for your baby: Finding a family doctor, walk-in clinics for when your baby is unwell, vaccine clinics, and regular health check-ups
- Feeding support: Drop-in weight checks, breastfeeding peer support, and answers to your feeding questions
- Social connection: Free playgroups, parent meet-ups, and community programs where you can connect with other families
- Mental health: Support for postpartum mood changes, anxiety, and adjustment challenges
- Learning about normal newborn behavior: What to expect in the early weeks and months
All Services Are Free or Low-Cost
Most resources listed here are completely free. Some services may require OHIP (Ontario health insurance) or a referral from your healthcare provider, but many are available to everyone regardless of insurance status or income.
You Don't Have to Do This Alone
Adjusting to life with a new baby can feel overwhelming. It’s normal to have questions, feel tired, or need support. The resources on this page are here to help you feel confident, connected, and supported during this important time.
If you have concerns about your baby’s health or your own wellbeing, don’t hesitate to reach out to any of these services or contact the crisis lines at the bottom of this page.
Baby & Child Health Services
CHEO Kids Come First Care Clinic
Walk-in clinic for unwell babies and children over 8 weeks old who don’t have a family doctor. No appointment needed for same-day care when your child is sick.
Ottawa Public Health Drop-Ins
Walk-in support 7 days per week, staffed by public health nurses. Get help with baby weight checks, feeding questions, and general newborn care. No appointment needed.
Neighbourhood Health and Wellness Hubs
Drop-in vaccine clinics and dental screening clinics throughout Ottawa. Get your baby vaccinated and access preventative health services in your community.
Health Care Connect
Register your baby to get connected with a family doctor or nurse practitioner. This free service helps find a primary care provider for your child in your area.
East Ottawa Kids Care Clinic
If your child is experiencing symptoms and you are unable to see your family doctor or do not have one, you can find care for your children with easy online booking and accessible on-site testing.
Parenting Support & Connection
EarlyON Child and Family Centres
Free drop-in play groups where you can connect with other parents and caregivers. Enjoy playtime with your child while building community and accessing parenting resources.
La Leche League Canada
Peer-to-peer breastfeeding support from trained volunteers who have breastfed their own babies. Attend meetings, get phone support, or connect online with other breastfeeding parents.
Canadian Women of Colour Leadership Network
Peer support group for anyone identifying as Black and/or racialized. Connect with other parents who share similar cultural experiences and build community in a supportive environment.
Association of Ontario Midwives (AOM)
Evidence-based information about normal newborn and postpartum expectations. Learn what’s typical in the early weeks after birth, including feeding, sleep, and recovery.
Ottawa Breastfeeds
Ottawa breastfeeds is here to help families access resources and information in regards to breastfeeding.
Mental Health Support
The Royal - Birth, Parenting and Mental Wellness
Specialized mental health support for pregnancy and postpartum. Get help with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, depression, and other mental health challenges during this time.
Ask Masi - Mental Health Resources
Comprehensive mental health resources and support for patients and families.
Walk-In Counselling Clinic & Counselling Connect
Free, immediate, single-session counselling services available without appointment. No waitlist required.
Multiple locations across Ottawa
Crisis Lines - Available 24/7
Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region
24/7 bilingual crisis support
Phone: 613-238-3311
Text: 343-306-5550 (10am-11pm daily)
Chat: www.dcottawa.on.ca (10am-11pm daily)
Mental Health Crisis Line
For ages 16 or older 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Bilingual.
Phone: 613-722-6914
988 Suicide Crisis Helpline
For anyone who is thinking about suicide, or who is worried about someone they know.
Call or Text: 9-8-8 (toll-free, anytime)
South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre (SEOCHC) is a non-profit, community-governed organization that provides a range of multi-disciplinary services to address the social determinants of health.
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Contact
1355 Bank Street
Suite 600
Ottawa, ON
K1H 8K7
Suite 600
Ottawa, ON
K1H 8K7
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 4:30pm
Saturday – CLOSED
Sunday – CLOSED
Closest Bus Stop: Bus Routes 6, 4, 85
3320 Paul Anka Drive
Ottawa, ON
K1V 0J9
Ottawa, ON
K1V 0J9
Hours of Operation:
Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 4:30pm
Closest Bus Stop: Bus Routes 92, 87
Support
With enthusiastic employees and volunteers, we are ready to support you no matter any time.
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