Effective March 16, 2020:
Best Beginning groups are cancelled, please do not come to group locations. We will provide an update when it becomes available.
Our Best Beginning staff are still working to support clients.
Connect with your team members or call 403-228-8221 if you have any questions.
For the latest information on COVID-19, please visit www.ahs.ca/covid
“It’s the best place to get help and support.”
“I like how comfortable I feel.”
“The support is very helpful… and staff are very knowledgeable.
I am always learning!”
Best Beginning is a free supportive health service for pregnant women and pregnant teens who:
Need information and support to make healthy choices during pregnancy
Feel alone and isolated
Face language or cultural barriers
Are living on a low income
We offer:
Support from social workers, nurses, dietitians, and outreach workers
Group health education and peer support
Children's programming (1-6 yrs) - CURRENTLY ON HOLD DUE TO COVID-19
Healthy snacks and time to connect with other pregnant women
Connection to community and health resources
Community and Health Resources
Best Beginning Prenatal Book:
Now available online! Click on the preferred language below to download a PDF copy of our book.
Best Beginning referral form, for agencies and health professionals
If you have any clients you feel would benefit from the Best Beginning program, complete the referral form and fax to us.