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Birth Control & Unplanned Pregnancy Program WHC volunteer counsellors provide pro-choice, non-judgmental, compassionate support, information and referrals to clients on birth control and unplanned pregnancy options. Counsellors are also able to discuss issues related to sexuality and relationships, STI/HIV prevention and safer sex practices. For more information read Pregnant? Choice is Abortion, Adoption, Parenthood.
Confidential Walk-in - FREE
For a listing of Winnipeg Teen Clinics, please click here (1887.94KB pdf format) For a listing of Rural and Northern Teen Clinics, please click here (1652.25KB pdf format) Times and dates are subject to change - ALWAYS PHONE AHEAD
All sessions are free but pre-registration is required. Please call (204) 947-1517 to register or for more information about our Fall / Winter sessions.
For further information on the Families Connecting, Sherpa Mothers Mentoring Program, The Blues and Beyond or Coping with Change, please visit The Mothers Program page or contact: Mothers Program 204-947-2422, ext. 113.
Families Connecting A Manitoba Healthy Baby funded program designed to assist soon to be and new parents in connecting with other parents, health professionals and children in their community. Our free drop-in groups meet in Seven Oaks, North Kildonan, Elmwood, Transcona, Osborne Village/River Heights and South Osborne/River Heights.
Sherpa Mothers Program This program offers women experiencing a variety of postpartum adjustment issues, including post partum depression, with an opportunity to have regular telephone and/or in-person support from a trained volunteer peer support worker.
Blues and Beyond
The Blues and
Beyond group provides support to new mothers dealing
with the unexpected feelings associated with motherhood stress including
postpartum depression. The program runs for 8 10 weeks and is a closed
group.
Coping with
Change is a 5-part series that can also be offered as individual sessions for community groups. Topics include but are
not limited to; Birth Stories, Relationship Changes, Networking,
Self-Care, and Emotional Adjustments. Coping with Change Postnatal Education Workshops - for times, dates and location click here
Provincial Eating Disorder Prevention and Recovery Program Be Well Be Free Be Whole TREATMENT GROUPS
For women and men ages 16 &
up who experience disordered eating, weight preoccupation and body image
concerns.
Understanding Your Eating Disorder
In this group, you will explore cultural,
personal and other influences on body image and disordered eating. This four
week group will help you to understand your own food and body issues, assess
your readiness to change and introduce you to group process. Daytime and evening groups are available in August and September. Making Peace with Food & Your Body In this group, you will deepen your understanding of the influences on body image and disordered eating. The goal of this group is to learn to feel positive about your body and your relationship with food as well as learn the role of emotions in your life. You will practice healthy coping strategies and practical tools to improve body image and self-esteem.
Connecting to the Self: Your Next Step to Recovery This group is for those who have already completed the Making Peace with Food and Your Body Group. In this group, you will work more deeply on nurturing your self-esteem, shaping a new vision of how you want your life to be and connecting with your authentic self.
Creating Change This is a dietitian facilitated group for those experiencing compulsive or binge eating. You will explore your relationship with food, learn strategies to decrease binge eating and develop positive coping skills.
Mind, Body & Soul In this womens group you will learn how to experience your body, your emotions, and your soul using movement and creative expression practices as part of your eating disorder recovery. Practice techniques and strategies for continued self-connection, personal growth and healing.
Exploring Your Emotional Self This group is for those who feel overwhelmed by their emotions. You will learn to identify and understand your emotions. Relaxation, visualization, emotional regulation and mindfulness practices will help you feel more comfortable experiencing your emotions.
Full Bodied YOGA Group This introduction to yoga program is ideal for women who feel that their body size or food issues prevent them from being active. Full Bodied Yoga will teach you the fundamentals of yoga postures, breath and meditation. Note: This group is only available as a supplement to clients also engaged in or having completed another treatment group. UPCOMING WORKSHOPS: SPRING WORKSHOPS All workshops are free and open to
women and men ages 16 and older. Please pre register by contacting us at 947-2422 ext. 137 or toll free at 1-866-947-1517 or edprogram@womenshealthclinic.org Download 2010 Spring Program Schedule (pdf 51.21 KB)
Health At Every Size Tuesday, March 23 6:00 8:00 p.m. Yes, it is possible to be healthy at all shapes and sizes! Come challenge the myths around health and weight. Facilitator: Ann McConkey& Lindsey Mazur, Dietitians Nutrition 101 Thursday, April 22 6:00 8:00 p.m. Confused about all the different nutrition messages you read and hear? Want some solid information about nourishing your body? Come learn the facts on helping your body meet its basic needs. Facilitator: Ann McConkey, Dietitian Medical Complications of Eating Disorders Monday, May 31 6:00 8:00 p.m. Discussion of medical complications associated with anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating. This workshop will provide important information for families as well as those struggling with an E.D. Facilitator: Jenn Tomiak, Nurse Practitioner Understanding and Nurturing Self-Esteem Tuesday, June 8 6:00 8:00 p.m. Healthy self-esteem sustains us through difficult times and motivates us to care for ourselves. In this workshop you will learn practical tools for nurturing your own self-esteem and believing in your own worth. Facilitator: Lisa Naylor, Counsellor Understanding Emotional Eating Saturday, June 12 10:00 a.m. 12:00 noon Use guided imagery and mindfulness to discover the needs and feelings behind emotional eating. Learn practical techniques to self-soothe without food more often Facilitator: Lisa Naylor, Counsellor An Evening of Mindfulness Wednesday, July 14 6:00 7:30 p.m. Many of us are overwhelmed and stressed by the pace of day to day life. This workshop will introduce basic concepts of mindfulness and offer opportunities to practice being in the moment. Facilitator: Lori Peters, Counsellor
Taking Care Of Your Sexual Health An interactive presentation for ESL/EAL groups on the basics on birth control/STI prevention, Pap tests, and being empowered to make good choices for yourself. For more information or to book a group contact: Tanya 947-2422, ext 213.
Want to Quit Smoking? Click on link for some resources to help: Quit Smoking resources (178.21 KB pdf format)
The
Midwifery and Consequential Amendments Act was proclaimed June 12,
2000 making midwifery services available to Manitoba women. Midwives
are trained health care professionals who provide care to women
throughout pregnancy and birth, and continue to care for both mother
and baby for six weeks after the baby's birth. Women's Health Clinic is one of four community midwifery
sites in Winnipeg.
Counselling Services & Teen Clinic Counselling We offer free and low-cost ($35/session) to adult women using a feminist, woman-centered therapy model. We strive to empower clients to make their own choices, and to discover their own strengths. Free counselling is also offered to young women ages 13-19.
For adult
counselling, there is a waiting list.
Please phone 947-1517 to put your name on the list.
We offer individual nutrition counselling with our dietitian.
Physician & Nurse Practitioner Consultation Services
While WHC is
currently not accepting new clients
for ongoing care, our medical staff is available for consultation on a
number of women's health concerns. |
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