Bellies & Babies and Parent-Tot Drop-In (Pender Harbour)

The Pender Harbour Bellies & Babies and Parent-Tot Drop-In Group is a welcoming and inclusive space for expecting families, new parents, caregivers, and their children from birth to six years. This combined program offers a supportive environment where families can connect, access resources, and find community.

What You Can Expect

At our sessions, you’ll find:

• A friendly, non-judgmental atmosphere with knowledgeable staff trained to support families.
• Peer connections, one-on-one support, and resource sharing tailored to the needs of new parents and caregivers.
• Access to resources on topics such as early secure attachment, nutrition, healthy lifestyle choices, breastfeeding, baby development, and parenting.
• A well-equipped, safe playroom with quality toys and equipment designed for the developmental needs of children from birth to six years.
• Activities such as breastfeeding support, baby’s first foods guidance, clothing swaps, and various enhancement programs like infant massage and prenatal breastfeeding classes.
• Access to pregnancy, birthing, and new parenting resources, perinatal substance use supports, and community outreach.

Special Features

• Hot lunches, tea, coffee, and healthy vegetarian snacks provided at each group session.
• Additional programs such as Mother Goose Story and Rhyme groups, Circle of Security Parenting, cooking groups, and Ukulele sessions.
• Access to maternity clothes, diapers, baby clothes, formula, and equipment for infant care.
• Support for healthy lifestyle choices during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Information on healthy eating during pregnancy, baby’s first foods, and recipes for nutritious meals.

How You Can Take Part

The program is free, confidential, and open to all families and caregivers with children from birth to six years. No referral is required. Our groups meet:

Pender Harbour

• Once a month at the Pender Harbour Community Hall in Madeira Park. Hours and days may vary, so please check our website or Facebook page for the latest updates.

Please note that sessions may be closed on statutory holidays, staff training days, or due to heavy snow or power failures. Follow us on Facebook (Bellies and Babies/Parent-Tot Drop-In, Sunshine Coast, BC) for updates on any closures and other information.

One-on-One Support

If you need more personalized support, we can arrange to meet with you individually to provide additional assistance and resources.

We’re here to support you on your parenting journey!